Background The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a crucial connective tissue that links the femur to the tibia, playing a vital role in stabilizing the knee by resisting forward and rotational movements. ACL tears can occur due to both contact and non-contact sports injuries. Diagnosis and assessment typically involve the Lachman test and magnetic resonance imaging.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The ORTO scale was developed in 2004 as a self-report questionnaire to assess symptoms of orthorexia nervosa (ON). ON is an unhealthy preoccupation with eating healthy food. The scale aims to measure obsessive attitudes and behaviors related to the selection, purchase, preparation, and consumption of pure, healthy food.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDepression occurring during pregnancy, often known as antenatal depression, is a significant mental illness with negative impacts on the mother's health, the health of the unborn baby, and the general welfare of the family. The condition is linked to various negative pregnancy outcomes, such as preterm birth, low birth weight, elevated risks of gestational diabetes, and preeclampsia. The signs and symptoms of depression in pregnancy do not differ from depression at any time.
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