Correlation of fatigue on walking ability in myasthenia gravis patients: a cross-sectional study.

Introduction: Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular junction autoimmune disease characterised of intermittent muscle weakness that increases with activity and recovers with rest.

Objective: Analysing the correlation of fatigue on walking ability in MG patients.

Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design with consecutive sampling.

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy as Regenerative Medicine in Knee Osteoarthritis: Pre-Experiment for Matrix Metalloproteinase-3 Evaluation.

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is currently treated by regenerative therapies that aim to inhibit arthritic degeneration. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is one of the physical regenerative approaches used for KOA management. However, little is known regarding the impact of shock wave treatment on matrix metalloproteinase-3 (MMP-3), which is one of the enzymes mediating cartilage degradation.

Effects of Otago Exercise Program on serum Interleukin-6 level in older women.

Background: Otago Exercise Program (OEP) has been demonstrated to minimize the risk of falling in older adults by improving muscular strength and balance. Meanwhile, reduced IL-6 level serves as a biomarker of regular physical activity.

Objective: Analyzing OEP effect on decreased IL-6 level in elderly women.

The Effect of Green Tea with EGCG Active Compound in Enhancing the Expression of M2 Microglia Marker (CD206).

Background: Stroke is a neurological deficit due to vascular disorders. Microglia are the first line of defense against brain injury. Anti-inflammatory cytokines activate M2 microglia, which upregulate CD206.

Pain Relief with Wet Cupping Therapy in Rats is Mediated by Heat Shock Protein 70 and ß-Endorphin.

Background: Wet cupping therapy is a complementary therapy in pain management. The mechanism of this therapy, however, needs further elucidation. Cells injured by wet cupping therapy seem to stimulate the expression of heat shock protein 70 (HSP70).