Publications by authors named "C Ruosi"
Article Synopsis
- Spine disorders are a major global disability issue, highlighting the need for improved access to high-quality spine care to foster social inclusion and dignity for affected individuals.
- SPINE20 outlines six recommendations for G20 countries, including providing evidence-based education for health workers, affordable spine care interventions, and investing in health policy research to support rehabilitation integration.
- Emphasizing the importance of social equity, SPINE20 urges collaborations among healthcare providers and policymakers to ensure comprehensive access to spine care, ultimately aiming to enhance population well-being and productivity.
Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a progressive and multifactorial disease that leads to joint pain, muscle weakness, physical disability, and decreased quality of life. In KOA, the quantity of hyaluronic acid (HA) and the molecular weight (MW) are decreased, leading to joint pain due to increased wear of the knee articular cartilage. Arthrogenic muscle inhibition, which is usually found in patients with KOA, is associated with joint inflammation, pain, and swelling, also causing muscle atrophy, primarily of the anterior thigh muscles, and hindering the rehabilitation process.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMembranous nephropathy is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome (NS) in non-diabetic adults; in 80% of patients it is idiopathic (PMN). PMN has an autoimmune pathogenesis, 70%-85% of patients have increased titer of antibodies to the podocyte membrane antigen PLA2R. The etiological, prognostic and predictive role of the Ab anti-PLA2R is demonstrated.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFExploring the impact of vitamin D on tendon health: a comprehensive review.
J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol
May 2024
Tendons are vital components of the musculoskeletal system, facilitating movement and supporting mechanical loads. Emerging evidence suggests that vitamin D, beyond its well-established role in bone health, exerts significant effects on tendon physiology. The aim of this manuscript is to review the impact of vitamin D on tendons, focusing on its mechanisms of action, clinical implications, and therapeutic applications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The purpose is to report on the fourth set of recommendations developed by SPINE20 to advocate for evidence-based spine care globally under the theme of "One Earth, One Family, One Future WITHOUT Spine DISABILITY".
Research Question: Not applicable.
Material And Methods: Recommendations were developed and refined through two modified Delphi processes with international, multi-professional panels.