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Huo M, Zhang X, Fan J, Qi H, Chai X, Qu M, Shan Y, Xie H, Wang C. Short-term effects of a new resistance exercise approach on physical function during chemotherapy after radical breast cancer surgery: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Womens Health 2024; 24:160. [PMID: 38443932 PMCID: PMC10913245 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-024-02989-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/07/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Approximately 30% of post-operative breast cancer patients develop shoulder joint movement disorders affecting routine upper limb movement. This study discusses the impact of a neuromuscular joint facilitation (NJF) method on the physical function of breast cancer patients experiencing shoulder dysfunction during chemotherapy after radical surgery. METHODS This study included 162 female patients who have unilateral breast cancer in a cancer hospital in China. They developed shoulder joint mobility disorders during chemotherapy within 1-3 months postoperatively. These patients were divided into three groups: NJF, conventional rehabilitation (conventional group), and control groups. The clinical examination included the maximum passive and active range of motion (ROM) of the shoulder (flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and external and internal rotation). Other evaluations included a pain score using a visual analog scale (VAS), grip strength, and supraspinatus muscle thickness. All tests were evaluated pre-and post-intervention. RESULTS The NJF group showed a significant increase in all shoulder ROM angles post-intervention. In the conventional group, all other ROM values increased significantly, except passive external rotation ROM. In the control group, all other ROM values increased significantly, except passive and active external rotation ROM. All three groups had decreased VAS scores, increased grip strength, and supraspinatus muscle thickness post-intervention during active abduction. In the control group, the supraspinatus contraction rate decreased significantly at 60° and 90° abduction post-intervention compared to that at pre-intervention. CONCLUSION This study revealed that NJF during chemotherapy had positive clinical intervention effects, improving shoulder joint mobility disorders, pain, grip strength, and external rotation following radical breast cancer surgery. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION Chinese Clinical Trial Registry; https://www.chictr.org.cn/ (ChiCTR2300073170), registered (03/07/2023).
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- Ming Huo
- University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China
- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing City, China.
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing City, China.
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Zhang X, Wang C, Fan J, Murakami S, Xie H, Huo M. The Factors Influencing Shoulder Mobility Disorders in Patients after Radical Breast Cancer Surgery: A Cross-Sectional Study. Breast Care (Basel) 2024; 19:43-48. [PMID: 38384491 PMCID: PMC10878701 DOI: 10.1159/000535063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Introduction This study is a cross-sectional study that investigated the factors influencing shoulder mobility in terms of pain, grip strength, and supraspinatus muscle thickness in patients with impaired shoulder mobility during chemotherapy after radical breast cancer surgery. Methods This study included 165 female patients with unilateral breast cancer who had shoulder joint mobility disorders during chemotherapy within 3 months after surgery. The clinical examination included the maximum active range of motion of the shoulder (flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, external rotation, and internal rotation), pain score (visual analog scale [VAS]), grip strength, and supraspinatus muscle thickness. Results During shoulder abduction, supraspinatus muscle thickness was greatest at 90°, lowest at 0°, and higher at 60° than at 30° (p < 0.01). The factors influencing the active movement of shoulder flexion were the VAS score, body weight, grip strength, and supraspinatus contraction rate (R2 = 0.295), while the factors influencing active shoulder abduction were the VAS score, body weight, grip strength, supraspinatus muscle thickness (drooping position), and supraspinatus contraction rate (R2 = 0.295). Moreover, the factors influencing the active movement of shoulder external rotation were age, VAS score, body weight, grip strength, and supraspinatus muscle thickness (drooping position) (R2 = 0.258). There were no significant results from multiple linear regressions for shoulder extension, adduction, or internal rotation. Conclusion Pain, weight, grip strength, supraspinatus muscle thickness, and supraspinatus distensibility are the main factors affecting shoulder flexion, abduction, and external rotation. In addition, supraspinatus muscle thickness and contraction rate may be a new index for assessing shoulder dysfunction.
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- Xin Zhang
- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang District Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing, China
- University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao, China
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Liu F, Yu H, Xu Q, Gong J, Huo M, Huang F. Author Response to Letter to the Editor Regarding "Risk Assessment of Falls Among Older Adults Based on Probe Reaction Time During Water-Carrying Walking" [Response to Letter]. Clin Interv Aging 2024; 19:121-122. [PMID: 38273872 PMCID: PMC10809803 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s460426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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- Fan Liu
- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- Yaitai Hospital, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
- School of Health and Life Sciences, University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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Liu F, Yu H, Xu Q, Gong J, Huo M, Huang F. Risk Assessment of Falls Among Older Adults Based on Probe Reaction Time During Water-Carrying Walking. Clin Interv Aging 2024; 19:21-29. [PMID: 38204962 PMCID: PMC10777860 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s438904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Purpose Falls are a significant factor affecting the health of older adults and are closely related to cognitive function. Adopting an effective method to evaluate the risk of falls in older adults is essential for improving their healthcare. This study combined cognitive and motor functions to determine a reliable probe reaction time during water-carrying walking. Patients and Methods We divided 100 community-dwelling older adults (aged 65 years and over) into two groups according to their fall history: the fall group and no-fall group. All subjects were tested on fall tasks using the timed up-and-go (TUG) test, 10-m walk timing test, trail marking test part-A (TMT-A), and water-carrying walking probe reaction time (P-RT). Results The fall group showed slower walking speeds and longer TUG, TMT-A, and P-RT times than the no-fall group. In the logistic regression analysis with falls as the dependent variable, water-carrying walking P-RT was identified as a useful factor, and the cut-off value of the water-carrying walking P-RT was 454 ms, which was evaluated using the receiver operating characteristic curve. Conclusion The P-RT of the water-carrying walking test was found to be credible and useful for evaluating the fall risk in older adults. Therefore, it is recommended that the P-RT-based dual-task be used as a predictive indicator of future falls in the older population.
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- Fan Liu
- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- Yaitai Hospital, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, Beijing, 100122, People's Republic of China
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, People’s Republic of China
- School of Health and Life Sciences, University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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Zhao N, Huo M, Van Den Noortgate W. Exploring burnout among preschool teachers in rural China: a job demands-resources model perspective. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1253774. [PMID: 37885751 PMCID: PMC10598671 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1253774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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Rural preschool teachers are increasingly experiencing job burnout, which could lead to their intention to leave and negatively impact education quality. This research explored the prevalence of job burnout among preschool teachers in rural China. It further investigated the potential influence of job-related characteristics on their levels of burnout. This study surveyed 10,581 preschool teachers across 34 counties in 18 provinces in China, utilizing multilevel structural equation models to analyze the situation and factors influencing job burnout. The findings indicate that the situation regarding job burnout among preschool teachers is not encouraging, particularly in the western areas and independent public kindergartens. Job resources were found to be associated with a reduction in burnout, while job demands had the opposite effect. The findings also revealed that job demands served as a mediating variable between job resources and job burnout. Moreover, the results also showed that reduced job burnout among preschool teachers was related to teacher cooperation, decision making, kindergarten resources and salary. On the other hand, role commitments, business issues, and classroom management were associated with increased burnout among preschool teachers. Furthermore, the impact of demands and resources on burnout was found to be intensified by kindergarten variables. To address the issue of burnout, it is essential to recognize the diversity and heterogeneity of kindergartens and take specific measures to reduce work demands while providing adequate and specific resources. Attention should be given to diversity and integration to ensure a positive work environment that can effectively prevent job burnout among preschool teachers.
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- Na Zhao
- China Institute of Rural Education Development, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, China
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- China Institute of Rural Education Development, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, China
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Xie H, Zhang Q, Feng M, Huo M, Liu S, Liu G, Zhang X, Fan J, Zhu Y, Zhu L. Study on the mechanical parameters of neuromuscular joint facilitation rehabilitation techniques for lumbar intervention. J Phys Ther Sci 2023; 35:628-632. [PMID: 37670764 PMCID: PMC10475648 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.35.628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023] Open
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[Purpose] To measure the reliability of and quantify the force on the spinous process during lumbar neuromuscular joint facilitation using mechanical measuring gloves. [Participants and Methods] We recruited 12 healthy participants. The operator wore a mechanical measuring glove and performed evaluations in the four modes of neuromuscular joint facilitation of the lumbar spine. The mechanical glove was used to measure the force applied by the fingers on the spinous process during the intervention. [Results] The reliability of measuring the supraspinous force during lumbar neuromuscular joint facilitation with mechanical gloves was found to be good; the force was 30.9 ± 6.6 N for front lifting, 37.1 ± 9.1 N for rear descent, 36.8 ± 9.0 N for forward descent, and 24.6 ± 4.7 N for rear lifting. Overall, the average force was 32.3 ± 9.0 N. No statistical difference was observed between passive and resistance motion. [Conclusion] This study confirmed that the measurement of the force on the spinous process in lumbar neuromuscular joint facilitation using mechanical measurement gloves has good reliability. Furthermore, we determined the average force exerted on the spinous process during lumbar neuromuscular joint facilitation and quantified the operation specifications of this manipulation were.
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- Hualong Xie
- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Manipulative Technique, China
- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
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- University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, China
- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
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- University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, China
- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Manipulative Technique, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Futong E St., WangJing, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Manipulative Technique, China
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Bian R, Huo M, Liu W, Mansouri N, Tanglay O, Young I, Osipowicz K, Hu X, Zhang X, Doyen S, Sughrue ME, Liu L. Connectomics underlying motor functional outcomes in the acute period following stroke. Front Aging Neurosci 2023; 15:1131415. [PMID: 36875697 PMCID: PMC9975347 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2023.1131415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
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Objective Stroke remains the number one cause of morbidity in many developing countries, and while effective neurorehabilitation strategies exist, it remains difficult to predict the individual trajectories of patients in the acute period, making personalized therapies difficult. Sophisticated and data-driven methods are necessary to identify markers of functional outcomes. Methods Baseline anatomical T1 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), resting-state functional MRI (rsfMRI), and diffusion weighted scans were obtained from 79 patients following stroke. Sixteen models were constructed to predict performance across six tests of motor impairment, spasticity, and activities of daily living, using either whole-brain structural or functional connectivity. Feature importance analysis was also performed to identify brain regions and networks associated with performance in each test. Results The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve ranged from 0.650 to 0.868. Models utilizing functional connectivity tended to have better performance than those utilizing structural connectivity. The Dorsal and Ventral Attention Networks were among the top three features in several structural and functional models, while the Language and Accessory Language Networks were most commonly implicated in structural models. Conclusions Our study highlights the potential of machine learning methods combined with connectivity analysis in predicting outcomes in neurorehabilitation and disentangling the neural correlates of functional impairments, though further longitudinal studies are necessary.
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- Rong Bian
- Department of Rehabilitation, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, The Affiliated Brain Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Omniscient Neurotechnology, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Xijia Medical Technology Company Limited, Shenzhen, China
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- Xijia Medical Technology Company Limited, Shenzhen, China.,International Joint Research Center on Precision Brain Medicine, Xidian Group Hospital, Xi'an, China
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- Omniscient Neurotechnology, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,International Joint Research Center on Precision Brain Medicine, Xidian Group Hospital, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, The Affiliated Brain Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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Tan PY, Huo M, Zhou XH, Zhao BL. Development and validation of a nomogram for predicting the risk of nursing home-acquired pneumonia. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2022; 26:8276-8288. [PMID: 36459011 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202211_30360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Nursing home-acquired pneumonia (NHAP) is one of the most frequent infections in nursing homes, with a difficult diagnosis, poor prognosis, and high mortality. The present study was performed to develop and validate a nomogram to predict the risk of NHAP in nursing homes. MATERIALS AND METHODS Based on a literature review and clinician's recommendations, we identified and collected the possible factors affecting the occurrence of NHAP. Based on the above factors, a retrospective observational study of 620 nursing home residents' medical records was performed from September 2016 to September 2021. Significant risk factors for NHAP were identified by univariate and multivariate analysis successively. A nomogram was constructed based on the binary logistic regression models to visualize the prediction model. The model's performance was determined by the concordance index (C-index), and the prediction accuracy was evaluated using a calibration curve. Clinical effectiveness was evaluated by decision curve analysis (DCA). RESULTS Finally, 12 independent risk factors were identified and assembled into the nomogram. The nomogram had a C-index of 0.958 (95% confidence interval: 0.943-0.972). The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC-ROC) value of the nomogram was 0.958 (p<0.05), and the calibration plot showed good goodness of fit. The decision curve analysis and clinical impact curve showed good clinical usefulness of the nomogram. CONCLUSIONS A nomogram for the early prediction of NHAP, which is easy for nurses to perform in nursing homes, was successfully constructed and validated, and it had a good predictive performance.
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- P-Y Tan
- School of Nursing Dalian University, Dalian, Liaoning Province, China.
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Li L, Liu L, Kou Z, Huo M, An J, Zhang X. GnRH agonist treatment regulates IL-6 and IL-11 expression in endometrial stromal cells for patients with HRT regiment in frozen embryo transfer cycles. Reprod Biol 2022; 22:100608. [DOI: 10.1016/j.repbio.2022.100608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2021] [Revised: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Shanker M, Foley H, Crowley S, Thomson E, Bradhurst C, Huo M, Atkinson V, Foote M, Pinkham M. PD-0079 Volumetric responses with stereotactic radiosurgery and immunotherapy in melanoma brain metastases. Radiother Oncol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(22)02749-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Liu S, Chen J, Xie H, Huang Q, Ge M, Yin L, Zhang M, Huo M, Onoda K, Maruyama H. The reliability and effectiveness of shoulder joint evaluation by ultrasonography in stroke patients: deltoid muscle thickness, acromion-humeral distance, acromion-lesser tuberosity distance. J Phys Ther Sci 2022; 34:31-35. [PMID: 35035076 PMCID: PMC8752282 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.34.31] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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[Purpose] This study aimed to evaluate the reliability of the intraclass correlation
coefficient (ICC) in measuring deltoid muscle thickness (DMT) at different angles,
acromion-humeral distance (AHD), and acromion nodule tuberosity (ALT) distance in a
resting position in stroke patients using ultrasonography. [Participants and Methods] We
included 40 stroke patients. During the measurement of parameters by ultrasonography, we
measured the deltoid muscle thickness on both sides at three test angles (0°, 30°, and 60°
abduction) and AHD and ALT on both sides at 0° angle. The ICC was used to assess intra-
and interrater reliability. The relationship between the hemiplegic and non-hemiplegic
sides and each angle were analyzed using a two-way repeated-measure analysis of variance
(ANOVA). [Results] When the shoulders were at three testing angles (0°, 30°, and 60°
abduction), the deltoid muscle thickness of the hemiplegic and non-hemiplegic sides showed
good reliability; the AHD and ALT of the shoulder joint at 0° angle equally showed good
reliability. There was a significant difference in each abduction angle of the shoulder
joint between the thickness of the hemiplegic and non-hemiplegic deltoid. [Conclusion]
Measuring deltoid muscle thickness by ultrasonography showed excellent reliability and can
be used in stroke patients.
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- Shan Liu
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-0021, Japan
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-0021, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-0021, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-0021, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-0021, Japan
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Liu S, Cao C, Xie H, Huang Q, Ge M, Yin L, Chen L, Qu M, Huo M, Onoda K, Maruyama H. Evaluation of supraspinatus muscle changes in the shoulder joint of stroke patients with hemiplegic and shoulder subluxation using ultrasonography: comparison between affected and unaffected sides. J Phys Ther Sci 2022; 34:44-48. [PMID: 35035079 PMCID: PMC8752278 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.34.44] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The shoulder joint has a very unstable structure yet a significantly wide range of motion. Weakness of the muscles around the shoulder joint may cause shoulder joint subluxation. This study aimed to determine changes in supraspinatus muscle thickness between different shoulder abduction angles using ultrasonography and to compare differences in supraspinatus muscle thickness changes between the affected and unaffected sides depending on shoulder joint subluxation. [Participants and Methods] Forty hemiplegic patients with stroke were recruited (20 patients with and 20 without shoulder subluxation). Using ultrasonography, we measured supraspinatus muscle thickness at three shoulder joint abduction angles and calculated the differences in supraspinatus muscle thickness. Depending on subluxation, we separately analyzed the thickness and variations in the supraspinatus muscle on both the affected and unaffected sides. [Results] In stroke patients with shoulder subluxation, the difference in supraspinatus muscle thickness was significantly less in the affected side than in the unaffected side. [Conclusion] The thickness and rate of supraspinatus muscle thickness change was significantly less in the affected side than in the unaffected side in stroke patients with shoulder subluxation.
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- Shan Liu
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Changchun Boda Xibao Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences: Beijing 100102, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Jilin Province Power Hospital, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Chen L, Sun J, Liu S, Zhou D, Zhang M, Gao Y, Bu Y, Xie H, Huo M, Onoda K, Maruyama H. Immediate effects of neuromuscular joint-facilitation bridging exercises on walking ability and balance function in stroke patients. J Phys Ther Sci 2022; 34:172-176. [PMID: 35291474 PMCID: PMC8918109 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.34.172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Accepted: 06/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] This study aimed to examine the immediate effects of a pelvic neuromuscular
joint-facilitation intervention on the walking and balance ability of patients with
hemiplegia caused by cerebrovascular accidents. [Participants and Methods] A total of 15
patients with hemiplegia caused by cerebrovascular accidents underwent a neuromuscular
joint-facilitation lumbar-pattern intervention (intervention group), a bridge exercise
(bridge intervention group), or a neuromuscular joint-facilitation bridge intervention
(neuromuscular joint-facilitation bridge group). Each intervention was randomly
administered at 7-day intervals. Measurement items included the timed up-and-go test,
functional reach test, 10-m maximum walking speed test, and load in the standing position.
Measurements were taken before and after the intervention in each group. [Results] The
timed up-and-go test result was significantly shorter in the neuromuscular
joint-facilitation intervention group. Timed up-and-go test results, functional reach,
10-m walking time, and standing load (non-paralyzed side) significantly improved in the
neuromuscular joint-facilitation bridge group. [Conclusion] The neuromuscular
joint-facilitation bridge intervention was immediately effective in patients with
hemiplegia caused by cerebrovascular accidents and improved their walking and balance
ability.
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- Lei Chen
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Jilin Province Power Hospital, China
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- Ningan People’s Hospital of Heilongjiang Province, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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Liu CH, Huo M, Qin HH, Zhao BL. Critical prognostic factors for poststroke dysphagia: a meta-analysis. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2022; 26:610-622. [PMID: 35113437 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202201_27888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Poststroke dysphagia (PSD) is one of the most significant problems after stroke. The prognosis of dysphagia is closely related to the outcomes of stroke. This meta-analysis aimed at identifying and evaluating critical predictors of prognosis for PSD. MATERIALS AND METHODS Electronic databases were searched for relevant case-control and cohort studies in which the prognostic factors of PSD were reported. The methodological quality of the studies was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. Review Manager 5.3 was used to calculate odds ratios (OR) and their 95% confidence intervals (CI) of the included factors and to perform heterogeneity and sensitivity analyses. Stata 15.1 was used to evaluate publication bias. RESULTS Eighteen of 3132 total studies were finally included in this meta-analysis. Ten predictors of PSD were identified, including 2 protective factors and 8 risk factors. Early intervention (OR=0.75, 95% CI=0.61-0.93) and an MRS (modified Rankin scale) score of 0 before onset (OR=0.58, 95% CI=0.47-0.71) were related to a better prognosis of PSD. The risk factors ranked by pooled OR values were aspiration (OR=7.64, 95% CI=5.94-9.82), brainstem injury (OR=4.82, 95% CI=3.01-7.72), severity of stroke (OR= 3.06, 95% CI=1.69-5.53), bihemispheric injury (OR=3.0, 95% CI=1.67-5.40), older age (OR=1.75, 95% CI=1.50-2.04), malnutrition (OR=1.36, 95% CI=1.22-1.53), severe dysphagia on admission (OR=1.16, 95% CI=1.03-1.29), and reduced level of consciousness (OR=1.03, 95% CI=1.00-1.07). CONCLUSIONS Prognostic factors for a good outcome of PSD included early intervention and an MRS score of 0 before onset. Aspiration, brainstem injury, severe stroke and bihemispheric injury are the four most significant predictors of poor prognosis in PSD. Identifying these prognostic factors should help clinicians to better detect patients at risk and provide effective interventions for PSD.
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- C H Liu
- Department of Clinical Nursing, Jiamusi College, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Jiamusi, Heilongjiang, P.R. China.
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Huo M, Yin L, Li D, Murakami S, Zhou D, Maruyama H. Immediate effects of neuromuscular joint facilitation treatment on vertebral artery blood flow. J Phys Ther Sci 2021; 33:928-930. [PMID: 34873376 PMCID: PMC8636919 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.33.928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate the changes in blood flow
velocity and the vascular diameter of vertebral arteries before and after neuromuscular
joint facilitation interventions via the cervical spine approach in healthy adults.
[Participants and Methods] We included 16 healthy adults (9 males and 7 females). The
interventions were performed successively, separated by a one-week interval. The order of
interventions was randomized. The blood-flow velocity and diameter of the vertebral artery
were measured before and after the intervention. The neuromuscular joint facilitation
group underwent neuromuscular joint facilitation neck flexion pattern and extension
pattern training on the right side of the cervical spine, while the control group was
asked to rest for 5 min. [Results] The neuromuscular joint facilitation group showed a
significant increase in systolic blood flow velocity and mean blood flow velocity of the
right vertebral artery after the intervention. In contrast, the control group showed no
significant differences for any of the measured parameters after the intervention.
[Conclusion] Neuromuscular joint facilitation intervention via the cervical spine approach
may be recommended to improve vertebral artery function.
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- Ming Huo
- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China.,China-Japan Friendship Hospital Affiliated Jilin University, China.,Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city 670-8524, Japan
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- China-Japan Friendship Hospital Affiliated Jilin University, China
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- China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city 670-8524, Japan
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Huo M, Li D, Yin L, Murakami S, Huang Q, Maruyama H. The immediate effects of neuromuscular joint facilitation on chronic low back pain in young and elderly people. J Phys Ther Sci 2021; 33:924-927. [PMID: 34873375 PMCID: PMC8636909 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.33.924] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] This study aimed to investigate the changes in the pain severity and muscle
hardness of the multifidus and longissimus muscles of young and elderly patients with low
back pain after neuromuscular joint facilitation treatment. [Participants and Methods] The
participants were 13 young patients and 11 elderly patients with chronic low back pain.
The neuromuscular joint facilitation lumbar approach was used in all participants. The
muscle hardness of the multifidus and longissimus muscles was assessed at the L4 and L5
levels of the lumbar spine. The changes in pain severity of low back pain were assessed
using a visual analogue scale before and after treatment. [Results] Visual analogue scale
scores significantly decreased in both groups after treatment. The young group showed
significant differences in muscle hardness pre- and post-intervention. In addition, except
for the muscle hardness of the multifidus muscle before intervention, on the side with
pain at the L5 level, longissimus muscle hardness was higher in the elderly, as compared
to the young patient group. [Conclusion] Interventions with neuromuscular joint
facilitation have an immediate effect on pain relief in young and elderly people with
chronic low back pain and on muscle spasms in young people with chronic low back pain.
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- Ming Huo
- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China.,China-Japan Friendship Hospital Affiliated Jilin University, China.,Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city 670-8524, Japan
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- China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- China-Japan Friendship Hospital Affiliated Jilin University, China
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- Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city 670-8524, Japan
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Ge M, Onoda K, Maruyama H, Huo M, Li D, Huang Q, Xie H, Zhu H. Curative effect of long-term intervention using a new device in patients with chronic low back pain. J Phys Ther Sci 2021; 33:850-853. [PMID: 34776621 PMCID: PMC8575476 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.33.850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 08/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] This study aimed to observe the changes in the thickness of the transverse
abdominis muscle after long-term training with a new device using ultrasound imaging and
to determine the impact of these changes on chronic low back pain (CLBP). [Participants
and Methods] This study included 60 participants with CLBP, who were divided into groups
that adopted different positions during the training regimen: new device intervention
group (NDG), sitting training group (STG), and supine training group (SPTG). Patients in
the NDG used the new device during training. We measured the thickness of the transverse
abdominis muscle and determined the pain level using the visual analog scale (VAS).
[Results] After 8 weeks of training, the thickness of the transverse abdominis muscle
changed in all the three groups, with the change being significantly greater in the NDG
than in the other groups. Additionally, the VAS results indicated that the pain relief was
highest when the new device was used. [Conclusion] The thickness of the transverse
abdominis muscle increased the most in patients who were trained with the new
interventional device, and the CLBP was significantly relieved in them.
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- Meng Ge
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, China
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- Guangdong People's Hospital Nanhai Hospital, China
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Ge M, Onoda K, Maruyama H, Huo M, Li D, Huang Q, Xie H, Zhu H. Analysis of the relationship between the transversus abdominis and lower back pain using an ultrasound. J Phys Ther Sci 2021; 33:845-849. [PMID: 34776620 PMCID: PMC8575479 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.33.845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2021] [Accepted: 08/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] This study aimed to observe the thickness of the transverse abdominis muscle in different contraction states using ultrasound, and to investigate the diagnostic capability of transverse abdominal muscle thickness for nonspecific lower back pain. [Participants and Methods] This study included 108 healthy adults (30-50 years old), consisting of 33 participants with low back pain (13 males, 20 females; defined as those who had experienced low back pain for more than six months) and 75 participants without low back pain (22 males, 53 females). The body mass index, body trunk muscle mass, and transverse abdominal muscle thickness, measured at a static state, during the end of inspiration, end of expiration, transverse abdominis contraction, and simultaneous pelvic floor and transverse abdominis muscle contraction, were measured. [Results] Chronic low back pain was correlated with the transverse abdominis muscle thickness during simultaneous transverse abdominis and pelvic floor muscle contraction. [Conclusion] The thickness of the transverse abdominis muscle during simultaneous transverse abdominis and pelvic floor muscle contraction was a viable diagnostic index for evaluating the degree of chronic lower back pain.
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- Meng Ge
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Guangdong People's Hospital Nanhai Hospital, China
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Lyu L, Hu C, Ye M, Chen C, Huo M, Murakami S, Onoda K, Maruyama H. Effects of inner muscle resistance exercise on stress urinary incontinence: a randomized clinical controlled trial. J Phys Ther Sci 2021; 33:748-752. [PMID: 34658518 PMCID: PMC8516608 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.33.748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2021] [Accepted: 07/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] This study investigated the effects of co-contraction resistance exercises of the transverse abdominal and pelvic floor muscles in middle-aged females with stress urinary incontinence. [Participants and Methods] We included 32 females with stress urinary incontinence and divided them into two groups: the inner muscle training group and the pelvic floor muscle group. The thickness of the transverse abdominal muscle was measured during four tasks: (1) rest, (2) maximum contraction of the transverse abdominal muscle, (3) maximum contraction of the pelvic floor muscle, and (4) maximum co-contraction of the transverse abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. In the latter three tasks, measurements were obtained while the participants performed resistance movements using a Thera-band®. A home program was conducted in both groups, and the intervention lasted for 8 weeks. [Results] The cure rates for SUI were 87.5% and 68.8% in the inner muscle training and pelvic floor muscle groups, respectively. After the intervention, the thickness of the transverse abdominal muscle significantly increased in the inner muscle training groups performing maximum co-contraction of the transverse abdominal and pelvic floor muscles and maximum contraction of the transverse abdominal muscle. [Conclusion] Inner muscle training exercises are more effective than pelvic floor muscle exercises in improving inner muscle function and urinary incontinence in middle-aged females.
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- Lin Lyu
- Jilin Engineering Normal University, China.,Graduate School, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city, 670-8524, Japan
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- Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city, 670-8524, Japan
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- Faculty of Health Science, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Lyu L, Fan J, Chai X, Qi H, Zhang X, Huo M, Murakami S, Onoda K, Maruyama H. Measurement reliability and cooperative movement of the pelvic floor and transverse abdominal muscles. J Phys Ther Sci 2021; 33:767-771. [PMID: 34658522 PMCID: PMC8516607 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.33.767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Accepted: 07/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] This study examined the measurement reliability and cooperative
movement of the pelvic floor and transverse abdominal muscles. [Participants and Methods]
The participants were seven healthy adult females. Transverse abdominal muscle thickness
and bladder floor elevation were measured under the following conditions during active
exercise and during resistance exercise: the resting state, maximum contraction of the
transverse abdominal muscle, maximum contraction of the pelvic floor muscle, and maximum
co-contraction of the transverse abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. Measurements were
taken at rest and under each exercise condition. [Results] The intraclass correlation
coefficients of transverse abdominal muscle thickness and bladder floor elevation showed
high reproducibility under all conditions. The maximum contraction of the pelvic floor
muscle showed a high correlation with the maximum co-contraction of the transverse
abdominal muscle and pelvic floor muscle during resistance exercise. A significant
regression line was found between transverse abdominal muscle thickness and bladder floor
elevation under all conditions. The regression equation was as follows: transverse
abdominal muscle thickness=0.113 bladder floor elevation+0.377 (r2=0.21).
[Conclusion] This study demonstrated that the measurement reliability of the transverse
abdominal and pelvic floor muscles is high, and that both muscles exhibit cooperative
movement.
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- Lin Lyu
- Jilin Engineering Normal University, China.,Graduate School, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Sanhuan Cancer Hospital, China
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- Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city, 670-8524, Japan
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- Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University: 721 Kamiono, Himeji city, 670-8524, Japan
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- Faculty of Health Science, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Gallo J, Garimall S, Shanker M, Castelli J, Watkins T, Olson S, Huo M, Foote MC, Pinkham MB. Outcomes Following Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiotherapy to the Cavity After Surgery for Melanoma Brain Metastases. Clin Oncol (R Coll Radiol) 2021; 34:179-186. [PMID: 34642065 DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2021.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2021] [Revised: 09/05/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
AIMS Hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy (HSRT) to the cavity after surgical resection of brain metastases improves local control. Most reported cohorts include few patients with melanoma, a population known to have high rates of recurrence and neurological death. We aimed to assess outcomes in patients with melanoma brain metastases who received HSRT after surgery at two Australian institutions. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective analysis was carried out including patients treated between January 2012 and May 2020. HSRT was recommended for patients with melanoma brain metastases at high risk of local recurrence after surgery. Treatment was delivered using appropriately commissioned linear accelerators. Routine follow-up included surveillance magnetic resonance imaging brain every 3 months for at least 2 years. Primary outcomes were overall survival, local control, incidence of radiological radionecrosis and symptomatic radionecrosis. RESULTS There were 63 cavities identified in 57 patients. The most common HSRT dose prescriptions were 24 Gy in three fractions and 27.5 Gy in five fractions. The median follow-up was 32 months in survivors. Local control was 90% at 1 year, 83% at 2 years and 76% at 3 years. Subtotal brain metastases resection (hazard ratio 12.5; 95% confidence interval 1.4-111; P = 0.0238) was associated with more local recurrence. Overall survival was 64% at 1 year, 45% at 2 years and 40% at 3 years. There were 10 radiological radionecrosis events (16% of cavities) during the study period, with 5% at 1 year and 8% at 2 years after HSRT. The median time to onset of radiological radionecrosis was 21 months (range 6-56). Of these events, three became symptomatic (5%) during the study period at a median time to onset of 26 months (range 21-32). CONCLUSION Cavity HSRT is associated with high rates of local control in patients with melanoma brain metastases. Subtotal resection strongly predicts for local recurrence after HSRT. Symptomatic radionecrosis occurred in 5% of cavities but increased to 8% of longer-term survivors.
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- J Gallo
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Princess Alexandra Hospital Research Foundation, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia
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- Icon Cancer Centre, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Greenslopes, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Icon Cancer Centre, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Greenslopes, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Icon Cancer Centre, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Greenslopes, Queensland, Australia
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Huo M, Zhao N, Zhao Y, Van Den Noortgate W. Who is teaching in Chinese primary schools? A profile of the primary education workforce in Chinese county areas. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0245549. [PMID: 33465167 PMCID: PMC7815154 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0245549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2020] [Accepted: 01/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
A teaching workforce with good quality is a key factor in the process of China’s rapid development. Although 76% of Chinese pupils are studying at schools within county areas, a general portray of the corresponding teaching workforce is still not clear. This study presents data from a nationally representative survey of primary education teachers in 35 counties of 18 provinces in China. Findings presented include demographic and professional characteristics, living conditions as well as attitudes towards work. Besides, variations among school locations and geographical regions are also examined. The key findings are the followings: 1) Quality of primary school teachers in county areas has been improved regarding education background; 2) Teaching force in village primary schools has an unbalanced age and gender composition; 3) Out-of-field teaching practice is widespread, especially for minor subjects. 4) Primary school teachers perceived relative low salary and low social status.
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- Ming Huo
- Faculty of Education, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, China
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- Faculty of Education, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, China
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- Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences & imec-ITEC, KU Leuven, Kortrijk, Belgium
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- Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences & imec-ITEC, KU Leuven, Kortrijk, Belgium
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Zheng D, Huo M, Li B, Wang W, Piao H, Wang Y, Zhu Z, Li D, Wang T, Liu K. The Role of Exosomes and Exosomal MicroRNA in Cardiovascular Disease. Front Cell Dev Biol 2021; 8:616161. [PMID: 33511124 PMCID: PMC7835482 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2020.616161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2020] [Accepted: 12/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Exosomes are small vesicles (30–150 nm in diameter) enclosed by a lipid membrane bilayer, secreted by most cells in the body. They carry various molecules, including proteins, lipids, mRNA, and other RNA species, such as long non-coding RNA, circular RNA, and microRNA (miRNA). miRNAs are the most numerous cargo molecules in the exosome. They are endogenous non-coding RNA molecules, approximately 19–22-nt-long, and important regulators of protein biosynthesis. Exosomes can be taken up by neighboring or distant cells, where they play a role in post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression by targeting mRNA. Exosomal miRNAs have diverse functions, such as participation in inflammatory reactions, cell migration, proliferation, apoptosis, autophagy, and epithelial–mesenchymal transition. There is increasing evidence that exosomal miRNAs play an important role in cardiovascular health. Exosomal miRNAs are widely involved in the occurrence and development of cardiovascular diseases, such as atherosclerosis, acute coronary syndrome, heart failure (HF), myocardial ischemia reperfusion injury, and pulmonary hypertension. In this review, we present a systematic overview of the research progress into the role of exosomal miRNAs in cardiovascular diseases, and present new ideas for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
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- Dongdong Zheng
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Day Operating Room, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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Shanker M, Foley H, Crowley S, Thompson E, Bradhurst C, Huo M, Atkinson V, Foote M, Pinkham M. Quantitative Volumetric Tumor Response And Toxicity Outcomes In Patients Treated With Combination Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) And Immunotherapy For Melanoma Brain Metastases. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2020.07.062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Huo M, Shultz D, Laperriere N, Hodaie M, Cusimano M, Gentili F, Payne D, Berlin A, Schwartz M, Millar B, Zadeh G, Coolens C, Tsang D. PO-0855: Radiation-induced meningiomas: outcomes following stereotactic radiosurgery. Radiother Oncol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(21)00872-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Huo M, Morley L, Dawson L, Bissonnette J, Helou J, Giuliani M, Berlin A, Shultz D, Hosni A, Shessel A, Barry A. PO-1757: Peer Review in Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy: The Impact of Case Volume. Radiother Oncol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(21)01775-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Zhang M, An C, Zhang H, Li H, Huo M, Onoda K, Maruyama H. Reliability of measurement reliability and optimal number of measurements for mental arithmetic reaction time test. J Phys Ther Sci 2020; 32:463-466. [PMID: 32753788 PMCID: PMC7344278 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.32.463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The main objective of this study was to assess the reliability of the method for testing the attention distribution ability of the elderly using mental arithmetic response time. [Participants and Methods] The participants included in the study were 30 healthy elderly people (over 65 years old), 11 males and 19 females, eight of whom had experienced falls in the past year.In the quiet standing position and the free walking state, we recorded the mental calculation response time of the participants by calculating the two-digit plus or minus one-digit values within 100. The test of the two states were tested in 24 hour intervals. [Results] In the quiet standing and free walking state, the correlation coefficient of the mental arithmetic response time group of the elderly was excellent. The intra-group correlation coefficient of mental arithmetic response time of more than three tests under free walking was greater than 0.9. [Conclusion] We found that the mental arithmetic response time can be used to objectively evaluate the ability of attention distribution in the elderly.
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- Mingdong Zhang
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Ohtawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan.,Jilin Puren Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, China.,School of Rehabilitation, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, China
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- Jilin Puren Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, China
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- Jilin Puren Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, China
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- Jilin Puren Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Ohtawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Ohtawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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Xie H, Lu K, Lyu G, Kang G, Huang Q, Liu S, Huo M, Onoda K, Maruyama H, Nobori H. Reliability of ultrasonographic measurement of the supraspinatus thickness at different angles of shoulder abduction in patients with stroke. J Phys Ther Sci 2020; 32:257-259. [PMID: 32184543 PMCID: PMC7064348 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.32.257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2019] [Accepted: 12/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] The primary purpose of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of the
intraclass correlation coefficient for evaluating the reliability of the measurement of
the supraspinatus thickness on shoulder ultrasonography at different angles in a resting
position in patients with stroke. [Participants and Methods] The study included 20
patients with stroke. The supraspinatus thickness was measured on both sides on
ultrasonography, with the participants’ shoulders in abduction at 3 testing angles (0°,
30°, and 60° abduction). Each measurement was performed three times, and the average of
the three measurements was recorded. The intraclass correlation coefficient was
calculated, with the supraspinatus thickness measured twice at an interval of 24 hours as
the factor. [Results] All intraclass correlation coefficients for the hemiplegic and
normal sides were greater than 0.93 when the shoulders were at the three testing angles.
[Conclusion] In this investigation, the reliability of measuring the supraspinatus
thickness on shoulder ultrasonography at each angle for 3 times was evaluated and was
found to be excellent.
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- Hualong Xie
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Beijing Chaoyang Integrative Medicine Emergency Medical Center, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Integrative Medicine Emergency Medical Center, China
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- Beijing Chaoyang Integrative Medicine Emergency Medical Center, China
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- Capital Medical University, School of Rehabilitation Medicine, China.,China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Judo Therapy, Teikyo University of Science, Japan
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Xie H, Huo M, Huang Q, Zhou D, Liu S, Yu S, Chen L, Onoda K, Maruyama H. Immediate effects of lumbar spine patterns after neuromuscular joint facilitation on balance in stroke patients. J Phys Ther Sci 2020; 31:979-982. [PMID: 32038068 PMCID: PMC6893158 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.31.979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2019] [Accepted: 09/19/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The present study investigated changes in the balance function of stroke
patients after neuromuscular joint facilitation treatment. [Participants and Methods]
Fourteen stroke patients were randomly subjected to neuromuscular joint facilitation
intervention (neuromuscular joint facilitation intervention group) and no intervention
(control group), with a 1-day interval between treatments. The interventions were
performed consecutively. The order of interventions was completely randomized. Before and
after one neuromuscular joint facilitation and control intervention, the functional reach
test, and body sway were measured. [Results] Functional reach test values were
significantly increased and peripheral area was significantly reduced in the neuromuscular
joint facilitation intervention group than in the control group. [Conclusion] These
results suggest that neuromuscular joint facilitation of the trunk has an immediate effect
on balance and function in stroke patients.
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- Hualong Xie
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Capital Medical University, China.,China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Jilin Province Power Hospital, China
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- Jilin Province Power Hospital, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare: 2600-1 Kitakanemaru Otawara city, Tochigi 324-8501, Japan
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Xie Y, Song T, Huo M, Zhang Y, Zhang YY, Ma ZH, Wang N, Zhang JP, Chu L. Fasudil alleviates hepatic fibrosis in type 1 diabetic rats: involvement of the inflammation and RhoA/ROCK pathway. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2019; 22:5665-5677. [PMID: 30229844 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_201809_15834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Rho-associated kinases (ROCKs) are recognized to be involved in many pathophysiological processes caused by hyperglycemia. We performed experiments to evaluate the effects of fasudil, the Rho/ROCK inhibitor, on preventing hepatic fibrosis in type 1 diabetic rats and to elucidate the underlying mechanisms. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomly divided into five groups: normal control (NC), untreated diabetic (DM), low-dose fasudil-treated (L-Fas), high-dose fasudil-treated (H-Fas) and captopril-treated (Cap) groups. Streptozotocin was injected to establish the diabetes model. Alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and inflammatory factors such as tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6), were analyzed. Hematoxylin and eosin (HE) and Masson's trichrome staining were used for histological observations. The expression of transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β1), metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9)/tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 (TIMP-1), collagen type Iα (Coll α1), nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) and ROCK-1 were measured to investigate the mechanisms involved in fibrosis. RESULTS The DM group exhibited hepatic fibrosis with remarkable liver damage and inflammation reaction by the activation of the NF-κB pathway. Treatment with fasudil or captopril suppressed not only the inflammation reaction but also the accumulation of the extracellular matrix due to the downregulation of TGF-β1 and MMP-9/TIMP-1, which induces the amelioration of the liver fibrosis with diabetes. Furthermore, fasudil significantly attenuated the activation of ROCK-1 and NF-κB in the livers of diabetic rats. CONCLUSIONS These results suggest that fasudil exert anti-inflammation actions and markedly decrease the accumulation of extracellular matrix. Fasudil is a good candidate agent for treating hepatic fibrosis in diabetes.
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- Y Xie
- Department of Pharmacology, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.
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Dong Z, Wang Q, Huo M, Zhang N, Li B, Li H, Xu Y, Chen M, Hong H, Wang Y. Mannose-Modified Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes as a Delivery Nanovector Optimizing the Antigen Presentation of Dendritic Cells. ChemistryOpen 2019; 8:915-921. [PMID: 31338275 PMCID: PMC6625155 DOI: 10.1002/open.201900126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2019] [Revised: 06/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Dendritic cells (DCs) based cancer immunotherapy is largely dependent on adequate antigen delivery and efficient induction of DCs maturation to produce sufficient antigen presentation and ultimately lead to substantial activation of tumor-specific CD8+ T cells. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have attracted great attention in biomedicine because of their unique physicochemical properties. In order to effectively deliver tumor antigens to DCs and trigger a strong anti-tumor immune response, herein, a specific DCs target delivery system was assembled by using multi-walled carbon nanotubes modified with mannose which can specifically bind to the mannose receptor on DCs membrane. Ovalbumin (OVA) as a model antigen, could be adsorbed on the surface of mannose modified multi-walled carbon nanotubes (Man-MWCNTs) with a large drug loading content. This nanotube-antigen complex showed low cytotoxicity to DCs and was efficiently engulfed by DCs to induce DCs maturation and cytokine release in vitro, indicating that it could be a potent antigen-adjuvant nanovector of efficient antigen delivery for therapeutic purpose.
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- Zhipeng Dong
- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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- Nanjing Foreign Language SchoolNO.30 East Beijing RoadNanjing210029China
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- Center for Molecular Imaging, Department of RadiologyUniversity of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan48109-2200United States
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials, School of SciencesChina Pharmaceutical UniversityNanjing211198, Jiangsu ProvinceChina
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Wang QY, Li HM, Dong ZP, Li BX, Huo M, Lu T, Wang Y. Peptide-mediated cationic micelles drug-delivery system applied on a VEGFR3-overexpressed tumor. J Mater Chem B 2019; 7:1076-1086. [DOI: 10.1039/c8tb02255k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
Abstract
Copolymers as a kind of drug delivery carrier always lack targeting efficiency.
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- Qi Y. Wang
- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Functional Materials
- School of Sciences
- China
- Pharmaceutical University
- Nanjing 211198
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Graham J, Huo M, Birditt K, Charles S, Fingerman K. INTERPERSONAL TENSIONS AND PAIN AMONG OLDER ADULTS: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF NEGATIVE MOOD. Innov Aging 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igy031.3568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- J Graham
- The University of Texas at Austin
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- The University of Texas at Austin
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- The University of California, Irvine
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Huo M, Fingerman K. EMOTIONS AND SOCIAL TIES IN LATE LIFE: NEW FINDINGS FROM THE DAILY EXPERIENCES AND WELL-BEING STUDY. Innov Aging 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igy023.3186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- M Huo
- The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas
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- The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas
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Beaulieu C, Kim K, Huo M, Zarit S, Fingerman K. ADULT GRANDCHILD SUPPORT PROVIDED TO GRANDPARENTS. Innov Aging 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igy023.1062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
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- University of Massachusetts Boston
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- The University of Texas at Austin
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- Pennsylvania State University
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Fingerman K, Huo M. SOCIAL INTEGRATION IN DAILY LIFE: A PROXY FOR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. Innov Aging 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igy023.3187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- K Fingerman
- The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, United States
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- The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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Huo M, Graham JL, Fingerman K. DOES GENDER MATTER? EMPATHY AND OLDER ADULTS’ HELPING BEHAVIORS IN A DAILY CONTEXT. Innov Aging 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igy023.1264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- M Huo
- Human Development and Family Science, University of Texas-Austin, Austin, Texas, United States
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- Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Texas-Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Texas-Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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Murakami S, Sakita M, Huo M, Kondo H, Hayashi S, Kameyama K, Fujino H. Capillary density and succinate dehydrogenase in skeletal muscle on chronic kidney disease rats. FASEB J 2018. [DOI: 10.1096/fasebj.2018.32.1_supplement.lb537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Kobe University Graduate School of Health SciencesKobeJapan
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Summary
Objectives:
In this paper, we present a unified electrodynamic heart model that permits simulations of the body surface potentials generated by the heart in motion. The inclusion of motion in the heart model significantly improves the accuracy of the simulated body surface potentials and therefore also the 12-lead ECG.
Methods:
The key step is to construct an electromechanical heart model. The cardiac excitation propagation is simulated by an electrical heart model, and the resulting cardiac active forces are used to calculate the ventricular wall motion based on a mechanical model. The source-field point relative position changes during heart systole and diastole. These can be obtained, and then used to calculate body surface ECG based on the electrical heart-torso model.
Results:
An electromechanical biventricular heart model is constructed and a standard 12-lead ECG is simulated. Compared with a simulated ECG based on the static electrical heart model, the simulated ECG based on the dynamic heart model is more accordant with a clinically recorded ECG, especially for the ST segment and T wave of a V1-V6 lead ECG. For slight-degree myocardial ischemia ECG simulation, the ST segment and T wave changes can be observed from the simulated ECG based on a dynamic heart model, while the ST segment and T wave of simulated ECG based on a static heart model is almost unchanged when compared with a normal ECG.
Conclusions:
This study confirms the importance of the mechanical factor in the ECG simulation. The dynamic heart model could provide more accurate ECG simulation, especially for myocardial ischemia or infarction simulation, since the main ECG changes occur at the ST segment and T wave, which correspond with cardiac systole and diastole phases.
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Huo M, Gorayski P, Poulsen M, Thompson K, Pinkham M. Evidence-based Peer Review for Radiation Therapy – Updated Review of the Literature with a Focus on Tumour Subsite and Treatment Modality. Clin Oncol (R Coll Radiol) 2017; 29:680-688. [DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2017.04.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2016] [Revised: 03/30/2017] [Accepted: 04/06/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Huo M, Kim K, Zarit S, Fingerman K. DOES CLOSENESS MATTER?: PARENTS’ EXPERIENCES WITH CHILDREN SUFFERING PROBLEMS AND DAILY WELL-BEING. Innov Aging 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igx004.1863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- M. Huo
- University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas,
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- University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, Massachusetts,
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- The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania
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Fingerman K, Huo M, Kim K, Birditt K. GENERATIONAL DIFFERENCES IN PERCEPTIONS OF SUPPORT EXCHANGES. Innov Aging 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igx004.2200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- K.L. Fingerman
- Human Development, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas,
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- Human Development, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas,
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- University of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts
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- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan,
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Graham J, Huo M, Kim K, Birditt K, Zarit S, Fingerman K. MIDLIFE ADULTS’ SUPPORT TO PARENTS AND CHILDREN: IMPLICATIONS FOR DIURNAL CORTISOL RHYTHMS. Innov Aging 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igx004.5145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- J. Graham
- University of Texas-Austin, Austin, Texas,
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- University of Texas-Austin, Austin, Texas,
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- University of Massachusetts-Boston, Boston, Massachusetts,
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- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan,
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- Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania
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Pang L, Yin L, Tajiri K, Huo M, Maruyama H. Measurement the thickness of the transverse abdominal muscle in different tasks. J Phys Ther Sci 2017; 29:209-211. [PMID: 28265140 PMCID: PMC5332971 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.29.209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2016] [Accepted: 10/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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[Purpose] This study examined the measurement of the thickness of the transverse
abdominal muscle in different tasks. [Subjects and Methods] The subjects were eleven
healthy adult females. Thicknesses of transverse abdominal muscle were measured in seven
tasks in the supine position. The tasks were: 1) Resting state, 2) Maximal contraction of
transverse abdominal muscle, 3) Maximal contraction of levator ani muscle, 4) Maximal
simultaneous contraction of both transverse abdominal muscle and levator ani muscle, 5)
Maximal simultaneous contraction of both transverse abdominal muscle and levator ani
muscle with front side resistance added to both knee, 6) Maximal simultaneous contraction
of both transverse abdominal muscle and levator ani muscle with diagonal resistance added
to both knees, and 7) Maximal simultaneous contraction of both transverse abdominal muscle
and levator ani muscle with lateral resistance added to both knees. [Results] The
thicknesses of transverse abdominal muscle during maximal simultaneous contraction and
maximal simultaneous contraction with resistance were greater than during the resting
state. [Conclusion] The muscle output during simultaneous contraction and resistance
movement were larger than that of each individual muscle.
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- Ling Pang
- China-Japan Friendship Hospital Affiliated Jilin University, China
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- China-Japan Friendship Hospital Affiliated Jilin University, China
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Li D, Huang Q, Huo M, Hiiragi Y, Maruyama H. The immediate effect of neuromuscular joint facilitation on the rotation of the tibia during walking. J Phys Ther Sci 2017; 29:95-97. [PMID: 28210049 PMCID: PMC5300815 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.29.95] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2016] [Accepted: 10/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] The aim of this study was to investigate the change in tibial rotation during
walking among young adults after neuromuscular joint facilitation therapy. [Subjects and
Methods] The subjects were twelve healthy young people (6 males, 6 females). A
neuromuscular joint facilitation intervention and nonintervention were performed. The
interventions were performed one after the other, separated by a 1-week interval. The
order of the interventions was completely randomized. The rotation of the tibia during
walking was evaluated before and after treatment. [Results] The neuromuscular joint
facilitation group demonstrated increased lateral rotation of the tibia in the overall
gait cycle and stance phase, and decreased medial rotation of the tibia in the overall
gait cycle, stance phase, and swing phase after the neuromuscular joint facilitation
intervention. In the control group, there were no significant differences. [Conclusion]
These results suggest neuromuscular joint facilitation intervention has an immediate
effect on the rotational function of the knee.
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- Desheng Li
- Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Wang H, Huo M, An X, Li Y, Onoda K, Li D, Huang Q, Maruyama H. Reliability of lower leg proximal end and forefoot kinematics during different paces of barefoot racewalking on a treadmill using a motion recorder (MVP-RF8-BC). J Phys Ther Sci 2016; 28:1155-7. [PMID: 27190445 PMCID: PMC4868205 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.28.1155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2015] [Accepted: 12/23/2015] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] This study was performed to investigate the changes in lower leg proximal end
and forefoot kinematics, and reliability of measurement during different paces of barefoot
racewalking on treadmill. [Subjects] Eleven junior racewalking men participated in this
study. [Methods] To identify changes in lower leg proximal end and forefoot kinematics,
during different paces of barefoot racewalking on a treadmill, a wireless motion recorder
(MVP-RF8-BC) was used. Interclass correlation coefficients (ICC 1, 2) were used to
estimate reliability. [Results] There were significant differences in the lower leg
proximal end and forefoot maximum medial/lateral rotations at a pace of 9 km/h compared
with those at a pace of 5 km/h pace. The intra-examiner reliability estimates ranged from
0.82 and 0.89 to 0.87 and 0.93 for lower leg proximal end inversion/eversion rotation and
medial/lateral rotation, and from 0.92 and 0.84 to 0.93 and 0.91 for forefoot
inversion/eversion rotation and medial/lateral rotation. [Conclusion] We conclude that the
lower leg proximal end and forefoot kinematics of barefoot racewalking on a treadmill are
influenced by different paces and that assessment of lower leg proximal end and forefoot
kinematics by means of the wireless motion recorder (MVP-RF8-BC) is adequately reliable.
This information may be useful for determining exercise prescriptions.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hongzhao Wang
- International University of Health and Welfare, Japan; Jiangsu Huaian Sports School, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Jiangsu Huaian Sports School, China
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- International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Wang H, Huo M, An X, Li Y, Onoda K, Li D, Huang Q, Chen D, Yin L, Maruyama H. Kinematics of the forefoot in the horizontal plane during progressive pace barefoot racewalking on a treadmill after aerobic exercise load. J Phys Ther Sci 2016; 28:515-8. [PMID: 27065538 PMCID: PMC4793002 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.28.515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2015] [Accepted: 11/06/2015] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose] The aim of this study was to measure the changes in forefoot maximum
medial/lateral rotation in the horizontal plane during progressive pace barefoot
racewalking on a treadmill after a physically demanding aerobic exercise load (a fatigue
protocol). [Subjects] Eleven junior racewalking men participated in this study. [Methods]
To identify changes in forefoot maximum medial/lateral rotation in the horizontal plane
after physically demanding aerobic exercise load, an 8 ch wireless Motion Recorder
(MVP-RF8-BC) was utilized. [Results] Forefoot maximum medial/lateral rotation in the
horizontal plane was significantly associated with increased paces during progressive pace
treadmill racewalking. Significant increases in forefoot maximum medial/lateral rotation
were observed during progressive pace barefoot racewalking on the instrumented treadmill
at 8 km/h and 10 km/h after a physically demanding aerobic exercise load. [Conclusion] The
findings of this study indicated that forefoot maximum medial/lateral rotation increased
during progressive pace barefoot racewalking in the fatigue state after a physically
demanding aerobic exercise load, which implies that the kinematic features of the forefoot
are changed in the fatigue state.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hongzhao Wang
- International University of Health and Welfare, Japan; Jiangsu Huaian Sports School, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeiji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Jiangsu Huaian Sports School, China
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- International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- China Rehabilitation Research Center, China
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- International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Wang H, Huo M, Guan P, Onoda K, Chen D, Huang Q, Maruyama H. Effect of progressive resistance exercise with neuromuscular joint facilitation on the dynamic balance performance of junior soccer players. J Phys Ther Sci 2015; 27:3433-5. [PMID: 26696714 PMCID: PMC4681921 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.27.3433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2015] [Accepted: 08/19/2015] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The aim of this study was to investigate the change in dynamic balance performance of junior soccer players after progressive resistance treatment with neuromuscular joint facilitation (NJF). [Subjects] The subjects were 14 healthy males who were divided into two groups, namely the NJF and control groups. The NJF group consisted of 8 subjects, and the control group consisted of 6 subjects. [Methods] The participants in the NJF group received NJF progressive resistance treatment. Dynamic balance performance was measured before and after 3 weeks of exercise. [Results] Significant improvement in dynamic balance performance was observed both in the NJF and control groups. In the NJF group, dynamic balance performance was significantly increased compared with that in the control group. [Conclusion] The NJF intervention shortened movement time, which implies that NJF is effective for dynamic balance performance.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hongzhao Wang
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan ; Jiangsu Huaian Sports School, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Health, Himeiji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- China Rehabilitation Research, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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Ubukata H, Maruyama H, Huo M. Reliability of measuring pelvic floor elevation with a diagnostic ultrasonic imaging device. J Phys Ther Sci 2015; 27:2495-7. [PMID: 26355420 PMCID: PMC4563298 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.27.2495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2015] [Accepted: 05/05/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate the reliability of measuring the
amount of pelvic floor elevation during pelvic and abdominal muscle contraction with a
diagnostic ultrasonic imaging device. [Subjects] The study group comprised 11 healthy
women without urinary incontinence or previous birth experience. [Methods] We measured the
displacement elevation of the bladder base during contraction of the abdominal and pelvic
floor muscles was measured using a diagnostic ultrasonic imaging device. The exercise was
a four-part operation undertaken with the subjects in the lateral position. The
reliability analysis included use of the interclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was used
to assess the reliability. [Results] ICC (1.1) values for the pelvic floor elevation
measurement with a diagnostic ultrasonic imaging device were 0.98 [contraction of the
transversus abdominis (TrA) muscle], 0.99 [contraction of pelvic floor muscles (PFMs)],
0.98 (co-contraction of the TrA and PFMs), and 0.98 (resistance of the TrA and PFMs). This
study proved the reliability of the method because the coefficient of reliability was 0.97
or more for all of the measurements, even for those during exercise. [Conclusion] The
diagnostic ultrasonic imaging device measures pelvic floor elevation with high
reliability.
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- Hitomi Ubukata
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Science, Takasaki University of Health and Welfare, Japan ; Department of Physical Therapy, Health and Welfare Science Course, Graduate School of International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Health and Welfare Science Course, Graduate School of International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Care Sciences, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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Zhou B, Huang Q, Zheng T, Huo M, Maruyama H. Effects of neuromuscular joint facilitation on bridging exercises with respect to deep muscle changes. J Phys Ther Sci 2015; 27:1417-9. [PMID: 26157232 PMCID: PMC4483410 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.27.1417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2014] [Accepted: 01/17/2015] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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[Purpose] This study examined the effects of neuromuscular joint facilitation on bridging
exercises by assessing the cross-sectional area of the multifidus muscle and thickness of
the musculus transversus abdominis. [Subjects] Twelve healthy men. [Methods] Four
exercises were evaluated: (a) supine resting, (b) bridging resistance exercise involving
posterior pelvic tilting, (c) bridging resistance exercise involving anterior pelvic
tilting, and (d) bridging resistance exercise involving neuromuscular joint facilitation.
The cross-sectional area of the multifidus muscle and thickness of the musculus
transversus abdominis were measured during each exercise. [Results] The cross-sectional
area of the multifidus muscle and thickness of the musculus transversus abdominis were
significantly greater in the neuromuscular joint facilitation group than the others.
[Conclusion] Neuromuscular joint facilitation intervention improves the function of deep
muscles such as the multifidus muscle and musculus transversus abdominis. Therefore, it
can be recommended for application in clinical treatments such as that for back pain.
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Affiliation(s)
- Bin Zhou
- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan ; Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China ; School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Capital Medical University, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan ; Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China ; School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Capital Medical University, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan ; Department of Physical Therapy, China Rehabilitation Research Center, China ; School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Capital Medical University, China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Himeji Dokkyo University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, International University of Health and Welfare, Japan
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