The Effects of Exergaming on Fear of Falling and the Balance Function in Anxious and Non-Anxious Older Adults: A Pilot Study.

Background: Anxiety can exacerbate fear of falling and balance issues, potentially affecting intervention efficacy. This study examines exergaming's impact on fear of falling and balance in anxious and non-anxious older adults.

Materials And Methods: Twenty older adults (10 anxious, 10 non-anxious) participated in six weeks of balance-oriented gaming.

Efficacy of specific exercises in general population with non-specific low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Objective: Localized exercises are employed to activate, train, or restore the function of particular muscles and they are usually considered as part of treating individuals suffering low back pain. So, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the efficacy of specific exercises in general population with non-specific low back pain (LBP).

Methods: We conducted electronic searches in MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), and Google scholar from January 1990 to June 2021.

Comparison of the effects of core stability and whole-body electromyostimulation exercises on kyphosis angle and core muscle endurance of inactive people with hyper kyphosis: A quasi-experimental pre-post study.

Objective: Restoring the degree of kyphosis to be consistent with good sagittal alignment of the spine is a key concern. This study aimed to compare the effect of core stability exercises (CSE) versus whole-body electromyostimulation (WB-EMS) and a combined program (PLUS) on kyphosis angle and core muscle endurance in sedentary individuals with hyperkyphosis.

Design: A quasi-experimental single group pre-post study.

Comparison of the effects of core stability and whole-body electromyostimulation exercises on lumbar lordosis angle and dynamic balance of sedentary people with hyperlordosis: a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Hyperlordosis is an excessive inward curvature of the lumbar spine that affects spinal function. The aim of this study was to compare the effects of core stability exercises (CSE), Whole-Body Electromyostimulation (WB-EMS), and CSE Plus on the Lumbar lordosis angle and dynamic balance in sedentary people with hyperlordosis.

Methods: In a parallel randomized controlled trial study, seventy five untrained male adults with hyperlordosis, recruited from clinics of sports medicine and corrective exercise centers in Tehran, were randomly assigned to four groups: CSE (n = 19), WB-EMS (n = 18), CSE Plus (n = 18), and control Group (CG) (n = 20).

The Resistance Training Effects on Skeletal Muscle Stem Cells in Older Adult: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

The objective of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to examine the effects of resistance exercise training on muscle stem cells in older adults. A database search was performed (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar) to identify controlled clinical trials in English language. The mean difference (MD) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) and overall effect size were calculated for all comparisons.

Effect of four-week home-based exercise program on immune response, fat and muscle mass in subjects recovered from COVID-19.

Objectives: A rehabilitation program for patients with COVID-19 may be required to improve related side effects. This study aimed to investigate the effect of a four-week home workout on body composition and serum levels of IL-6 and cortisol in men recovering from COVID-19.

Methods: The present study is quasi-experimental.

Oregano () Consumption Reduces Oxidative Stress and Markers of Muscle Damage after Combat Readiness Tests in Soldiers.

Military activities often involve high-intensity exercise that can disrupt antioxidant capacity. We investigated the effects of oregano supplementation on muscle damage, oxidative stress, and plasma antioxidant markers of soldiers performing the army combat readiness test (ACRT). Twenty-four healthy male soldiers (age: 24 ± 3 years, height: 167 ± 14 cm, mass: 66 ± 3 kg) were randomized into a placebo group (n = 12) or an oregano supplementation group (n = 12).

Effects of Four Weeks of Beta-Alanine Supplementation Combined with One Week of Creatine Loading on Physical and Cognitive Performance in Military Personnel.

The purpose was to investigate the effects of a 7-day creatine (Cr) loading protocol at the end of four weeks of β-alanine supplementation (BA) on physical performance, blood lactate, cognitive performance, and resting hormonal concentrations compared to BA alone. Twenty male military personnel (age: 21.5 ± 1.

Biomechanics of running: A special reference to the comparisons of wearing boots and running shoes.

Boots are often used in sports, occupations, and rehabilitation. However, there are few studies on the biomechanical alterations after wearing boots. The current study aimed to compare the effects of running shoes and boots on running biomechanics.

Investigation of expression of myocardial miR-126, miR-29a and miR-222 as a potential marker in STZ- induced diabetic rats following interval and continuous exercise training.

Purpose: Cardiac miRNAs are the recently discovered key modulators of gene expression in the heart which have been shown to contribute to both transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation in diabetic cardiomyopathy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the protective effects of interval and continuous aerobic training on diabetic hearts by examining the expression of myocardial miR-126, miR-222 and miR-29a genes.

Methods: Thirty male wistar rats (200 ± 20 g) were randomly divided into six groups of healthy control (HC), diabetes control (DC), continuous training (CT), interval training (IT), continuous training with diabetes (CTD), and interval training with diabetes (ITD).

A comparison of the biomechanical and clinical effects of a biaxial ankle-foot orthosis and lateral wedge insole in individuals with medial knee osteoarthritis.

Purpose: This study aimed to compare a biaxial ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) with a lateral wedge insole in terms of the biomechanical and clinical outcomes in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

Materials And Methods: A cross-over randomized design was used where 31 individuals (25 females and six males, mean age of 52.19 ± 4.

Design and Development of a 3-Axis Accelerometer Biofeedback System for Real-Time Correction of Neck Posture for Long-Time Computer Users.

Background: Due to long-term use of computers and not maintaining the correct position and angle of the body while working with it, various skeletal and muscular problems and pain in the neck area occurs. This study aims to use a biofeedbck system to alert the computer users of an inappropriate angle of their necks, and as a result help them to establish a correct neck position.

Method: The user's neck angle is measured using a three dimensional accelerometer and the signal is processed, digitalized, and sent to the computer.

A geodatabase of blood pressure level and the associated factors including lifestyle, nutritional, air pollution, and urban greenspace.

Objectives: Hypertension is a prevalent chronic disease globally. A multifaceted combination of risk factors is associated with hypertension. Scientific literature has shown the association among individual and environmental factors with hypertension, however, a comprehensive database including demographic, environmental, individual attributes and nutritional status has been rarely studied.

Need to Perform Rehabilitation Exercises at Home by Parents of Children with Neurological Diseases to Maintain Performance During COVID-19 Lockdown.

With the outbreak of the novel pandemic coronavirus disease 2019 worldwide, numerous pediatric rehabilitation clinics have closed to support social and physical distancing, and therapists similar to other individuals are staying at their homes. There is a common concern of parents and caregivers that how and with what quality children's rehabilitation exercises should proceed. Most children with neurological diseases have problems, such as muscle spasticity, range of motion (ROM) limitation, muscle shortening, balance loss, and mobility and movement impairments.

Spatio-temporal visualisation of cutaneous leishmaniasis in an endemic, urban area in Iran.

Introduction: Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) is a significant public health concern worldwide. Iran is among the most CL-affected countries, being one of the six most endemic countries in the world. This study aimed to provide a spatio-temporal visualisation of CL cases in an endemic urban area in north-eastern Iran identifying high-risk and low-risk areas during the period 2016-2019.

Neuromuscular exercises on pain intensity, functional disability, proprioception, and balance of military personnel with chronic low back pain.

Background: Due to their occupational status, military personnel are a high-risk group for low back pain (LBP).

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of neuromuscular exercises on the severity of pain, functional disability, proprioception, and balance in military personnel with LBP.

Methods: Military personnel with LBP were randomly assigned into two groups: intervention (n=15) and control (n=15).

Designing a Glass Mounted Warning System to Prevent Drivers to Fall in Sleep Based on Neck Posture and Blinking Duration.

Background: In this study, an electronic system based on driver's neck position and blinking duration is designed to help prevent car crashed due to driver drowsiness. When a driver falls in sleep his/her head is felled down. Hence, driver's neck posture can be a good sign of sleep which is measured utilizing a two?dimensional accelerator.

Micro RNA-126 promoting angiogenesis in diabetic heart by VEGF/Spred-1/Raf-1 pathway: effects of high-intensity interval training.

Purpose: This study aims to investigate the effect of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on gene expression of () and serum concentration of vascular endothelial growth factor/ sprouty related EVH1 domain containing 1/ rapidly accelerated fibrosarcoma 1 (VEGF/Spred-1/Raf-1) proteins effective in cardiac tissue angiogenesis of diabetic rats.

Methods: Forty male Wistar rats were randomly divided into four groups of healthy control (HC), diabetic control (DC), diabetic with HIIT training (DT), and healthy with HIIT training (HT). HIIT was performed 6 days per week for 6 weeks (with the overload).

Effect of Kinesio Taping on Pain, Range of Motion, Hand Strength, and Functional Abilities in Patients with Hand Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial.

Background: Osteoarthritis is one of the most prevalent joint diseases in older adults. Since hands play a key role in daily activities, their impairment causes disability and reduction of independency. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of using Kinesio tape on pain, range of motion (ROM), hand strength, and functional abilities in patient with hand osteoarthritis (HOA).

Investigating the impact of eight weeks of aerobic and resistance training on blood lipid profile in elderly with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized clinical trial.

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of eight weeks aerobic and resistance exercise on blood lipid profile in elderly with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Background: Increased sedentary have a potential role in the development of NAFLD. Exercise training as an effective strategy to reduce NAFLD is presented.

Occupational performance of individuals with Multiple Sclerosis based on disability level in Iran.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a common disease across the world as well as in Iran. Individuals with MS usually experience occupational performance problems that result in limitations in their daily life. This study aimed to determine the occupational performance of individuals with MS based on the disability level in Iran.

The reliability and concurrent validity of a new iPhone® application for measuring active lumbar spine flexion and extension range of motion in patients with low back pain.

: To investigate the reliability and validity of an iPhone® application (iHandy® Level) for measuring active lumbar flexion-extension range of motion (ROM) in chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNLBP) patients. : Fifteen CNLBP patients were recruited. The participants stood in a relaxed position and the T12-L1 and S1-S2 spinal levels were identified through palpation and were marked on the skin.

Psychometric Properties of the iHandy Level Smartphone Application for Measuring Lumbar Spine Range of Motion and Lordosis: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

Context: Advent of smartphones has brought a wide range of clinical measurement applications (apps) within the reach of most clinicians. The vast majority of smartphones have numerous built-in sensors such as magnetometers, accelerometers, and gyroscopes that make the phone capable of measuring joint range of motion (ROM) and detecting joint positions. The iHandy Level app is a free app which has a visual display alike with the digital inclinometer in regard to numeric size.

Effectiveness of Slump Stretching on Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Background: The slump test is a type of neurodynamic test that is believed to evaluate the mechanosensitivity of the neuromeningeal structures within the vertebral canal. The objective of this review was to investigate the effectiveness of slump stretching on back pain and disability in patients with low back pain (LBP).

Methods: We searched eight electronic databases (PubMed/Medline, Scopus, Ovid, CINAHL, Embase, PEDro, Google Scholar, CENTRAL).