Consensus-based clustering and data aggregation in decentralized network of multi-agent systems.

Multi-agent systems are promising for applications in various fields. However, they require optimization algorithms that can handle large number of agents and heterogeneously connected networks in clustered environments. Planning algorithms performed in the decentralized communication model and clustered environment require precise knowledge about cluster information by compensating noise from other clusters.

An accurate deep learning model for wheezing in children using real world data.

Auscultation is an important diagnostic method for lung diseases. However, it is a subjective modality and requires a high degree of expertise. To overcome this constraint, artificial intelligence models are being developed.

Outcomes of ultrasound-guided extracorporeal shock wave therapy for painful stump neuroma.

Objective: To investigate the effect of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on painful stump neuroma.

Methods: Thirty patients with stump neuroma at the distal end of an amputation site were assigned randomly to the ESWT group (n=15) and the transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)+desensitization+pharmacological treatment group (n=15). For 3 weeks, the ESWT group received a weekly session involving 1,500 pulses at 0.

Multi-axis shoulder abduction splint in acute burn rehabilitation: a randomized controlled pilot trial.

Objective: The traditional thermoplastic aeroplane splint for axillary burn contracture is heavy, uncomfortable, and time consuming and difficult to put on and off. The present study tested the effectiveness of a newly designed multi-axis shoulder abduction splint with an easy-to-change angle.

Design: Randomized controlled parallel assessor blinded pilot.

The factors associated with contact burns from therapeutic modalities.

Objective: To understand the injury pattern of contact burns from therapeutic physical modalities.

Method: A retrospective study was done in 864 patients with contact burns who discharged from our hospital from January 2005 to December 2008. The following parameters were compared between patients with contact burns from therapeutic modalities and from other causes: general characteristics, burn extent, cause of burn injury, place of occurrence, burn injury site, treatment methods, prevalence of underlying disease, and length of hospital stay were compared between patients with contact burns.

The effect of extracorporeal shock wave therapy on myofascial pain syndrome.

Objective: To investigate the effect of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on myofascial pain syndrome (MPS).

Method: Thirty patients with MPS in trapezius muscle were randomly divided into two groups, ESWT group (n=15), and trigger point injections (TPI)+transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) group (n=15). For a total of 3 weeks, ESWT was undertaken with 1,500 pulse each time at one week interval totaling 4,500 pulse, TPI for once a week totaling three times and TENS for five times a week totaling three weeks.

Effects of modified dynamic metacarpophalangeal joint flexion orthoses after hand burn.

Objective: To assess the effectiveness of modified dynamic metacarpophalangeal joint flexion orthoses for treatment of post-burn hand contractures.

Method: We enrolled 42 hand burn patients with limited range of motion at the metacarpophalangeal joints in this study. The patients were randomly assigned into either a control or an orthotic group.