Effects of various modes of forward and backward cycling on neuro-biomechanical outcomes in individuals after stroke and healthy controls.

Background: Stationary cycling is recommended for post-stroke rehabilitation. This study assessed neuro-biomechanical outcomes of forward and backward cycling in three different modes: free-pedalling, constant speed (30 RPM) and constant resistance (5 or 10 Nm) in healthy controls and individuals after stroke.

Methods: Ten individuals after stroke and 10 healthy controls performed 60s cycling trials in different directions and modes on a semi-recumbent bike prototype.

Professionals' Perspectives of Smart Stationary Bikes in Rehabilitation: Qualitative Study.

Background: Stationary bikes are used in numerous rehabilitation settings, with most offering limited functionalities and types of training. Smart technologies, such as artificial intelligence and robotics, bring new possibilities to achieve rehabilitation goals. However, it is important that these technologies meet the needs of users in order to improve their adoption in current practice.

The Effects of an Oral Supplementation of a Natural Keratin Hydrolysate on Skin Aging: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study in Healthy Women.

Background: Keratin hydrolysates are active components used in food supplements to alleviate aging signs on skin, hair, and nails.

Aims: This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluates a novel keratin hydrolysate obtained from poultry feathers. This feather keratin hydrolysate (FKH) results in a characteristic mix of free L-amino acids (≥ 83.

Translation and French Linguistic Validation of the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Functional Index and the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Global Score in Patients with Axial Spondyloarthritis.

Background: Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) may lead to functional and physical disturbances. Self-administered questionnaires can measure functional limitations associated to axSpA. If these questionnaires are currently used in clinical practice and research, the French version of these questionnaires has not been validated.

Wearables for Measuring the Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior of Patients With Axial Spondyloarthritis: Systematic Review.

Background: Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is an inflammatory rheumatic disease associated with chronic back pain and restricted mobility and physical function. Increasing physical activity is a viable strategy for improving the health and quality of life of patients with axSpA. Thus, quantifying physical activity and sedentary behavior in this population is relevant to clinical outcomes and disease management.