Relationship between sagittal spinal curves geometry and isokinetic trunk muscle strength in adults.

Purpose: Sagittal spinal deviation has been reported to be a significant musculoskeletal problem affecting both genders and could develop at any age. Factors triggering this issue are still not well defined. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between sagittal spine angles and isokinetic peak, average torque, and power of trunk muscles in asymptomatic adults.

Factors associated with hospitalization for type2 diabetic patients at a teaching hospital in saudi arabia.

Unlabelled: Increasing prevalence of diabetes all over the world intensifies the demand for health care services, and particularly for inpatient care. The present study aims at identifying factors associated with hospitalization for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at a teaching hospital in Saudi Arabia. To achieve the objectives of the study, comparison was made between hospitalized and non-hospitalized type 2 diabetic patients using a retrospective case-control design.