Publications by authors named "Laura Caforio"
Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the mechanism of falls in male elite wheelchair basketball (WB) players and to analyse the falls characteristics considering their classification score which ranges from 1.0 to 4.5 and it is related to their functional capacity and particularly to their volume of action.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHyaluronic acid (HA) naturally occurs as a biopolymer in the human body, primarily in connective tissues like joints and skin. Functioning as a vital element of synovial fluid, it lubricates joints, facilitating fluid movement and diminishing bone friction to protect articular well-being. Its distinctive attributes encompass notable viscosity and water retention capacities, ensuring flexibility and absorbing shock during motion.
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- Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) can cause significant mobility issues, such as paraplegia and spastic conditions, leading to interest in adapted sports like go-karting for affected individuals.
- A 50-year-old male with spastic paraplegia participated in go-kart sessions and reported reduced muscle spasticity, assessed using the Modified Ashworth Scale and MyotonPro at various intervals.
- The study concluded that go-karting may provide benefits akin to whole-body vibration therapy, potentially aiding in spasticity reduction through neuroendocrine responses.
Background: Surf practice contributes to overuse injuries and musculoskeletal pain. Relationship between the type of surfing practiced and the onset of pain is not fully understood as well as the potential role of rehabilitation in preventing it.
Objective: To investigate musculoskeletal pain and to deepen whether the age and the anatomical region involved influenced the pain appearance in relation to four surfing disciplines.