Effectiveness of balance training on pain and functional outcomes in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a musculoskeletal disorder that causes pain and increasing loss of function, resulting in reduced proprioceptive accuracy and balance. Therefore, the goal of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to evaluate the effectiveness of balance training on pain and functional outcomes in knee OA. "PubMed", "Scopus", "Web of Science", "Cochrane", and "Physiotherapy Evidence Database" were searched for studies conducted between January 2000 and December 2021.

Comparison of Single and Combined Treatment with Exercise Therapy and Collagen Supplementation on Early Knee Arthritis among Athletes-A Quasi-Randomized Trial.

Athletic injuries are commonly implicated in the development of early osteoarthritic (EOA) changes in the knee. These changes have a significant impact on athletic performance, and therefore the early detection of EOA is paramount. The objective of the study is to assess the impact of different interventions on individuals with EOA, particularly focusing on recreational athletes.

Hip abductor strengthening in patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis - a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Globally osteoarthritis of the knee is a leading cause of disability. Hip abductor strength and activation are essential for maintaining postural balance during transfers and are related to joint loading and progression during weight-bearing activities. Strength deficits in the hip abductors might cause a reduction in the lower extremity force generation, thereby causing stress on the medial tibiofemoral joint.

Investigation on the performance evaluation of vertical subsurface flow constructed wetland for the treatment of rural wastewater.

In a rural country like India, low cost and decentralized treatment units like the vertical subsurface flow constructed wetland (VSSF CW) can be reflected as a novel wastewater system. In this concern, a pilot-scale VSSF CW unit of size 0.92 m × 0.

Pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and molecular studies of an important medicinal herb L.

Background: L. is traditionally important medicinal herb used for the treatment of various ailments from the centuries. Recent studies showed its biological activities on hay fever, hepato-biliary disorders, and as appetite enhancing drug.

Effect of heterotopic ossification after bryan-cervical disc arthroplasty on adjacent level range of motion: A finite element study.

Background: Quantitative bone re-modelling theories suggest that bones adapt to mechanical loading conditions. Follow-up studies have shown that total disc replacement (TDR) modifies stress patterns in the bones, leading to heterotopic ossification (HO). Although there are a few studies on HO using finite element models (FEM), its effect on the adjacent levels and change in range of motion (ROM) have not been adequately investigated.

Studies on theileriosis in goats from Karnataka, South India.

A study was conducted to determine the prevalence of theileriosis in goats from southern districts of Karnataka. Out of 47 goat blood samples examined by microscopy, 68.08% (32/47) were positive for spp.

Structural and functional characterization of a novel immunomodulatory glycoprotein isolated from ajowan (Trachyspermum ammi L.).

Ajowan (Trachyspermum ammi L.) spice has been used in food preparations and also as a traditional medicine in Ayurveda. Although a number of pharmacological activities have been attributed to ajowan, its role in immunomodulation is not known.

Evaluation of Dehydroepiandrosterone Supplementation on Diminished Ovarian Reserve: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Study.

Introduction: We conducted a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled study, to evaluate the effect of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), on diminished ovarian reserve (DOR).

Materials And Methods: Twenty patients with DOR received DHEA (oral 25 mg three times a day). Post-supplementation 12 weeks, D2/3 age-specific follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) levels, and antral follicle count (AFC), were repeated to evaluate response.

A Study of Medication Compliance in Geriatric Patients with Chronic Illnesses at a Tertiary Care Hospital.

Introduction: Geriatric population is more prone for various chronic and recurrent illnesses like diabetes mellitus, hypertension, IHD, arthritic, neurodegenerative, gastrointestinal, ocular, genitourinary, respiratory disorders etc., which may require chronic medication with multiple drugs. Poor compliance in this age group accounts for medication wastage with increased cost of healthcare and substantial worsening of the disease with disability or death.

TMJ ANKYLOSIS: MANAGEMENT WITH RECONSTRUCTION AND INTERPOSITIONAL ARTHROPLASTY.

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis is a very desolating structural condition that involves fusion of the mandibular condyle to the base of the skull. It causes difficulty in mastication and breathing. Trauma and Infections are usually responsible.

A randomized, open-label, standard controlled, parallel group study of efficacy and safety of baclofen, and chlordiazepoxide in uncomplicated alcohol withdrawal syndrome.

Background: Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) is a distressing condition, generally controlled by benzodiazepines (BZD's). Baclofen, a gamma-aminobutyric acid-B (GABAB) agonist, has also shown promising results in controlling AWS. As there are few studies comparing the efficacy and tolerability of chlordiazepoxide with baclofen, the present study was taken up.

Maxillofacial Surgeon as Fact Witness for Medico-Legal Cases: Indian Scenario.

An Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon at any time during the practice will encounter medicolegal cases (MLC). There are lacunae in the knowledge and understanding of the correct method of dealing with such cases. Many of the practitioners are apprehensive and anxious as they have to interact with individuals and systems outside the normal realm of practice.

Immunomodulatory activity of purified arabinoxylans from finger millet (Eleusine coracana, v. Indaf 15) bran.

Biological activities of alkali extracted (Barium hydroxide: BE-480 kDa, Potassium hydroxide: KE1-1080 and KE2-40 kDa), purified arabinoxylans (AX) from the finger millet bran varying in their molecular weight, phenolic acid content, arabinose to xylose ratios were evaluated for their immune-stimulatory activities using murine lymphocytes and peritoneal exudate macrophages. All three purified AX displayed significant (p < 0.001) mitogenic activity and activation of macrophages including phagocytosis.

MRI as an essential diagnostic approach for trigeminal neuralgia.

Trigeminal neuralgia is a well recognised disorder frequently reported to the dentist. The diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia is primarily based on history and clinical criteria. The clinical findings do not differentiate idiopathic trigeminal neuralgia from symptomatic trigeminal neuralgia.

Articaine for surgical removal of impacted third molar; a comparison with lignocaine.

Aim: Articaine is an amide local anesthetic that differs from other agents of its group due to the presence of thiophene ring instead of a benzene ring. Some researchers claim that articaine is superior to lidocaine in its biologic profile. The aim of the study is to compare the efficacy of articaine with that of lidocaine which has proven efficacy.

C Spine Fracture on OPG.

Maxillofacial injuries are common and they occur in a variety of situations. All patients who undergo maxillofacial or head trauma, are presumed to sustain cervical spine injuries. Identification of cervical spine injuries is essential in management of trauma, because a missed injury can result in a catastrophic spinal cord injury.