Publications by authors named "A Rowlands"
Acute studies have consistently demonstrated small-to-medium glycaemic responses to breaking prolonged sitting, yet it is not known whether acute effects are maintained following a period of intervention or whether behavioural interventions lead to sustained benefits. A single arm, 4-week intervention with pre and post "two-arm" randomised cross-over conditions, study was conducted to investigate whether reducing prolonged sitting in free-living affects acute and chronic glucose and insulin responses. Adults aged 40-75 years living with overweight or obesity with an elevated HbA1c (5.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Following shoulder surgery, controlled and protected mobilisation for an appropriate duration is crucial for appropriate recovery. However, methods for objective assessment of sling wear and use in everyday living are currently lacking. In this pilot study, we aim to determine if a sling-embedded triaxial accelerometer and/or wrist-worn sensor can be used to quantify arm posture during sling wear and adherence to sling wear.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Aircraft noise is a growing concern for communities living near airports.
Objectives: This study aimed to explore the impact of aircraft noise on heart structure and function.
Methods: Nighttime aircraft noise levels (L) and weighted 24-hour day-evening-night aircraft noise levels (L) were provided by the UK Civil Aviation Authority for 2011.
Introduction: The treatment options available for Superior Oblique Myokymia (SOM) previously included surgery and systemic drugs, with the addition of beta blockers from the early 1990's. This case review aims to examine the efficacy of topical timolol (0.5%) as a treatment for SOM in the short and long term.
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- Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2i), particularly dapagliflozin, are believed to improve weight loss, cardiovascular health, and glycaemic control, though their effects on physical function are unclear.
- The Dapagliflozin, Exercise Training and PhysicAl Function trial will compare the effects of dapagliflozin alone, dapagliflozin with exercise, and diet control on physical function in adults with type 2 diabetes and low physical fitness.
- The study will analyze various outcomes over 24 weeks, including physical performance, cardiac function, and metabolic health, and has received ethical approval for its research methods.