The Immediate Effect of Hanging Exercise and Muscle Cylinder Exercise on the Angle of Trunk Rotation in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.

(1) Background: Semi-hanging and muscle cylinder exercises have been defined as scoliosis-specific corrective exercises. The aim of this study was to evaluate the immediate effect of muscle cylinder and semi-hanging exercises on the angle of trunk rotation in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). (2) Methods: Twenty-seven patients with AIS with a mean age of 18.

Effects of rigid and kinesio taping on plantar pressure distribution in patients with Lisfranc fracture sequelae.

Background: Patients with Lisfranc fractures may regain functional status after anatomical fixation, but they may experience sequelae such as flatfoot deformity and pain associated with foot pressure distribution during weight-bearing.

Research Question: What is the impact of Lisfranc fracture sequelae on both the injured and uninjured sides, and how does the antipronation taping affect plantar pressure distribution parameters?

Methods: Twenty-six patients who underwent anatomical fixation for Lisfranc fracture, displaying pronation on the injured side based on the Foot Posture Index-6 test, as well as 15 healthy subjects, participated in this study. Plantar pressure distribution measurements were conducted during barefoot walking for the healthy subjects.

Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters and Gait Asymmetry in Patients With Lumbar Disc Herniation, Treated With Microdiscectomy: A Prospective, Observational Study.

Objective: The aim of this study was to emphasize on the interaction of spatial and temporal gait parameters and analyse the gait asymmetry in the patients with lumbar disc herniation (LDH) before and after microdiscectomy.

Methods: This was a prospective, observational study conducted on 59 cases of LDH planned for lumbar microdiscectomy, and healthy control group with 54 participants for analysis was performed prior to surgery and 15 days after surgery. The spatiotemporal gait parameters were measured using a "Win-Track" gait analysis platform system.

The effect of mirror therapy in patients with frozen shoulder.

Introduction: This study was designed to compare mirror therapy and visual feedback with the control group in adhesive capsulitis patients.

Methods: Thirty-six patients, divided into three groups as mirror therapy, visual feedback and control for 15 sessions of treatment. Evaluations were made before treatment, at 6th and 10th weeks.

Comparison of the effectiveness of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation exercises and shoulder mobilization patients with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A randomized clinical trial.

Introduction: The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) exercises and shoulder mobilization (SM) in addition to conventional physiotherapy on pain, range of motion (ROM), functionality, and muscle strength in patients with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS).

Methods: Forty-four patients were randomly allocated into three groups as conventional physiotherapy (control group; n = 14), conventional physiotherapy + PNF exercises (PNF group; n = 15), and conventional physiotherapy + SM techniques (SM group; n = 15). Pain, ROM, muscle strength, and functionality were evaluated by using VAS (Visual Analog Scale), goniometer, push-pull dynamometer, Constant-Murley score and DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) score.

Effect of Chêneau style braces on vertebral wedging amongst individuals with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

Background: It is generally accepted that braces can stop curve progression but little evidence exists regarding structural improvement in the spine using spinal bracing. Our study aimed to investigate the possible structural improvements of vertebral wedging with high correction bracing.

Objectives: The aim of our study was to assess whether spinal brace treatment may influence vertebral wedging in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS).

Guidelines for the conservative treatment of spinal deformities - Questionnaire for a Delphi consensus.

Background: Spinal deformity is the oldest disease known to humankind. Many types of treatment methods, including both conservative and surgical, are in use.

Objective: We aimed to validate a published guideline protocol based on the conservative treatment of spinal deformities.

Brace treatment for patients with scoliosis: State of the art.

Background: Physiotherapy, brace applications or surgery are the treatment options utilised to manage patients with scoliosis. Many different brace applications are used, and the success rates of orthoses vary.

Objectives: Brace applications can have detrimental impacts on the patient leading to physical discomfort, psychological discomfort, and in some instance the use of braces may even be painful.

The reliability of the augmented Lehnert-Schroth and Rigo classification in scoliosis management.

Background: In pattern-specific scoliosis exercises and bracing, the corrective treatment plan differs according to different curve patterns. There are a limited number of studies investigating the reliability of the commonly used classifications systems.

Objective: To test the reliability of the augmented Lehnert-Schroth (ALS) classification and the Rigo classification.

Assessment of Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters in Patients with Lumbar Disc Herniation and Patients with Chronic Mechanical Low Back Pain.

Aim: To assess spatiotemporal gait parameters in patients with lumbar disc herniation (LDH) and chronic mechanical low back pain (CMLBP), and compare with healthy control group.

Material And Methods: A total of 70 patients was enrolled in this prospective, controlled cross-sectional study, of which 25 with LDH, 25 with CMLBP and 20 healthy individuals as the control group. Participants completed 10 passes on the "WIN-TRACK" Gait Analysis Platform at their self-selected walking speed.

The effect of Kinesio® taping on pain, functionality, mobility and endurance in the treatment of chronic low back pain: A randomized controlled study.

Background: Low back pain is one of the most important causes of morbidity.

Objective: This study was designed to evaluate the effect of Kinesio® taping on pain, functionality, mobility and endurance in chronic low back pain treatment.

Methods: Patients with chronic low back pain were randomly divided into three groups.

Low back pain during pregnancy and Kinesio tape application.

Background And Objective: Low back pain is a common problem during pregnancy. Although the pain usually occurs in the third trimester, it might be seen in the first trimester, too. There are various types of applications for the treatment of low back pain during pregnancy.

Health related quality of life and perception of deformity in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

Background: Quality of life and cosmethic appearance have gained importance as outcomes in AIS treatment. Improving aesthetic appearance and quality of life are defined as the primary aims of scoliosis treatment by health professionals. Studies that assess and compare the different treatment results in the field of quality of life and cosmethics are some what limited.

Pedobarographic and Radiological Analysis After Treating a Talus Neck Fracture.

Misalignment of the talar neck after surgical repair can redistribute the load among the posterior, middle, and anterior facets of the subtalar joints, which can change the joint biomechanics, cause arthritis, and impair function. However, we found no studies analyzing the plantar pressures after treatment of talus neck fracture. We determined the dynamic plantar pedobarographic and radiographic characteristics and ankle range of motion, function, and pain among patients after surgical repair of talar neck fractures.

Association between the physical activity level and the quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

[Purpose] Physical activity and regular exercise play an important role in glycemic control, which is considered an important part of the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. This study evaluated physical activity level and its relationship with quality of life in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. [Subjects and Methods] We evaluated 129 subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus through a face-to-face interview using the short version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire and Diabetes-39.

Scoliosis screening results of primary school students (11-15 years old group) in the west side of Istanbul.

[Purpose] The present study aimed to find out the scoliosis prevalence 11-15 years old children and to create awareness about scoliosis. [Subjects and Methods] All of the children were assessed using the Adams Forward Bendings Test and a scoliometer. Sagittal plane changes such as kyphosis, lordosis, hypokyphosis, hypolordosis and anterior head tilt were screened.

Talon cusps occurring concurrently with dens invaginatus on a permanent maxillary lateral incisor: a case report and literature review.

A talon cusp is a prominent accessory horn-like structure that projects from the cingulum or cementoenamel junction of the maxillary or mandibular teeth. It can occur in primary and permanent dentition and can lead to occlusal interference, irritation of the tongue, pulpal necrosis, caries, and periodontal problems. Talon cusp has been reported to affect both sexes, and may be unilateral or bilateral.

Taurodontism in a central anatolian population.

The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the frequency of the occurrence of taurodontism in a Turkish population with using panoromic radiographs. A retrospective study was performed using full-mouth periapical and panoramic radiographs of 6912 patients (3860 females and 3052 males) ranging in age from 15 to 50. A total of 97362 posterior (including third molars) were evaluated.

Comparison of soft tissue cephalometric norms between Turkish and European-American adults.

One of the most important components of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning is the evaluation of the patient's soft tissue profile. The main purpose of this study was to develop soft-tissue cephalometric standards for Turkish men and women and compare them with the cephalometric standards of normal European-American white people. The sample included 96 Turkish adults (48 women, 48 men), aged 20 to 27 years.

Transforming growth factor beta induces sensory neuronal hyperexcitability, and contributes to pancreatic pain and hyperalgesia in rats with chronic pancreatitis.

Background: Transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) is upregulated in chronic inflammation, where it plays a key role in wound healing and promoting fibrosis. However, little is known about the peripheral effects of TGFβ on nociception.

Methods: We tested the in vitro effects of TGFβ1 on the excitability of dorsal root ganglia (DRG) neurons and the function of potassium (K) channels.

Assessment of the prevalence of pulp stones in a sample of Turkish Central Anatolian population.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of pulp stones (PS) in a Turkish dental patient population with respect to sexes and dental localization in relation between sex and this anomaly.

Materials Methods: A retrospective study was performed using bitewing radiographs of 814 patients ranging in age from 15 to 65. All data (age, sex, and location) was obtained from the files.

Systemic administration of anti-NGF increases A-type potassium currents and decreases pancreatic nociceptor excitability in a rat model of chronic pancreatitis.

We have previously shown that pancreatic sensory neurons in rats with chronic pancreatitis (CP) display increased excitability associated with a decrease in transient inactivating potassium currents (I(A)), thus accounting in part for the hyperalgesia associated with this condition. Because of its well known role in somatic hyperalgesia, we hypothesized a role for the nerve growth factor (NGF) in driving these changes. CP was induced by intraductal injection of trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS) in rats.

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor is upregulated in rats with chronic pancreatitis and mediates pain behavior.

Objectives: We examined the role of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in the pathogenesis of pain in an experimental model of chronic pancreatitis (CP).

Methods: Pancreatitis was induced by retrograde infusion of trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid into the pancreatic duct of adult rats. Twenty-one days after injection, BDNF expression was examined in pancreas-specific dorsal root ganglia (DRGs) by immunohistochemistry, and protein levels were quantified from DRGs and spinal cord extracts.