Better Quality of Life in Physically Active Adults Regardless of Age.

Quality of life (QOL) has become an important public health issue. Adults presenting better QOL have shown reduced mortality and risk of chronic diseases and better mental health. Regular physical activity (PA) is consistently associated with a number of health benefits in older adults, including betted QOL, which is a key component of healthy aging.

Association of Gene Polymorphic Variants with the Clinical Phenotype of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

: The gene encodes chromodomain helicase DNA-binding protein 8 (CHD8), which is a transcriptional regulator involved in neuron development, myelination, and synaptogenesis. Some gene mutations lead to neurodevelopmental syndromes with core symptoms of autism. The aim of this study was to perform an analysis of the family-based association of gene polymorphisms with the occurrence and clinical phenotype of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Health Resort Treatment Improves Functioning and Physical Performance in Long COVID Patients: A Retrospective Study.

Background/objectives: The physical performance and functional status of individuals with long COVID may be altered. Health resort treatment comprises balneology, exercises, physical medicine modalities, and climate therapy. Complex treatment in a sanatorium may have a positive effect on long COVID patients.

Who likes meat, fish, and seafood? Influence of sex, age, body mass index, smoking, and olfactory efficiency on meat product preferences.

Meat, fish, and seafood are animal products that can be found in various forms in the human diet. In Western culture, there are trends to reduce meat consumption. This work was created to assess how various factors influence the fact that we like to eat meat, fish, and seafood.

Increased Cardiometabolic Risk in Men with Hypoprolactinemia: A Pilot Study.

Low prolactin levels in men predispose them to mood disturbances, sexual dysfunction, and diabetes. The purpose of the current study was to assess cardiometabolic risk in males with hypoprolactinemia. This prospective study included three age-matched groups of young and middle-aged men: individuals with cabergoline-induced hypoprolactinemia ( = 15), cabergoline-treated subjects with prolactin levels within the reference range ( = 20), and untreated men with normal prolactin levels ( = 31).

Subclinical Hyperthyroidism Enhances Gonadotropin-Lowering Effects of Metformin in Postmenopausal Women.

Metformin treatment decreases elevated concentrations of anterior pituitary hormones. The aim of this prospective, cohort study was to investigate whether hyperthyroidism modulates the impact of metformin on gonadotroph secretory function. The study population included 48 postmenopausal women with untreated type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, 24 of whom had coexisting grade 1 subclinical hyperthyroidism.

Long COVID Cardiopulmonary Symptoms and Health Resort Treatment: A Retrospective Study.

: Long COVID covers many cardio-pulmonary symptoms, worsening individuals' health status. Health resort treatment applies balneological factors, physical medicine modalities, climate actions, and exercises that may be beneficial for COVID-19 survivors. This study aimed to assess the severity of the cardiopulmonary symptoms in people qualified for health resort treatment and its efficacy in this group of patients.

Bone Mineral Density and the Risk of Type-2 Diabetes in Postmenopausal Women: rs4988235 Polymorphism Associated with Lactose Intolerance Effects.

Unlabelled: Dairy products, a major source of calcium, demonstrate a number of beneficial effects, not only protecting against the development of osteoporosis (OP) but also suppressing the onset of type-2 diabetes (T2DM) and improving bone mineral density (BMD). Dairy consumption is closely linked to lactose tolerance. One of the genetic factors predisposing individuals to lactose intolerance is rs4988235 polymorphism of the MCM6 gene.

Translation and psychometric properties of a Polish version of the Body Acceptance by Others Scale-2 (BAOS-2).

The 13-item Body Acceptance by Others Scale-2 (BAOS-2) measures generalised perceptions of body acceptance by others. Here, we examined the psychometric properties of a novel Polish translation of the BAOS-2. A sample of 1183 adults (898 women, 285 men; age M = 28.

Efficacy of shock wave therapy and ultrasound therapy in non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy: a randomised clinical trial.

Objective: Physiotherapists and physicians continue to seek effective conservative treatments for Achilles tendinopathy. This study aimed to subjectively and objectively determine the therapeutic efficacy of radial shock wave therapy (RSWT) and ultrasound therapy in non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy.

Materials And Methods: Thirty-nine patients with non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy were randomly assigned to three experimental groups, i.

Is occlusion training effective in increasing strength and hypertrophy of lower limb muscles in MMA fighters?

Background: The aim of this study is to evaluate the influence of implementation of the BFR training on the hypertrophy and strength of the lower limb muscles in combat sports fighters, using common and easy to perform both training and control methods.

Methods: Design as a randomized control trial (RCT). The study included 30 men, MMA fighters since at least a year.

Association between Gene Polymorphisms and Platelet-Rich Plasma's Efficiency in Treating Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy-A Prospective Cohort Study.

Individual differences in the response to platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy can be observed among patients. The genetic background may be the cause of this variability. The current study focused on the impact of genetic variants on the effectiveness of PRP.

Assessment of the Tolerance of Dobenox Forte in Patients with Chronic Venous Disease.

This prospective, observational, multicenter study assessed the tolerance of Dobenox Forte, the first approved over-the-counter product containing calcium dobesilate, in 1795 outpatients with chronic venous disease (CVD) in daily clinical practice. In addition, the effectiveness (decrease in circumferences of a more affected limb at the ankle and middle part of the calf, and changes in the severity of CVD signs) was assessed. No adverse events related to use of the preparation were reported in a period of 64 ± 20 days.

Does a nature walk improve state body appreciation in children?

The available evidence suggests that exposure to natural environments promotes more positive body image, but to date this research has not considered impacts on children. To answer this question, we invited two groups of children in Poland - matched in terms of age (range = 6 to 12 years), gender identities, and racialised status - to go for a group walk in either a natural environment (n = 80) or a built environment (n = 81). Before and after the walks, participants were asked to complete an adapted, state version of the Body Appreciation Scale-2 for Children.

Fluorescence spectral analysis and logistic regression modeling for diagnosing basal cell carcinoma on head and neck.

The optical fluorescence method is distinguished by key features such as non-invasiveness, high sensitivity, and resolution, which are superior to traditional diagnostic approaches. Unlike histopathological examinations and biochemical analyses, optical diagnostic methods obviate the need for tissue sampling, enabling the analysis of virtually unlimited material. The research aims to examine the effectiveness of emission spectra analysis in the diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) of the scalp and neck.

Laparoscopic Uterine Preservation and Vaginal Reconstruction in a 13-Year-Old Girl with Uterus Didelphys, Bilateral Vesicovaginal Fistulas, and Transverse Vaginal Septum.

Background: Complex female genital tract malformations account for 1.2% of all female genitourinary malformations. Although exceedingly rare, they can cause severe gynecologic symptoms in young women and lead to fertility problems.

The Association of Gene Polymorphisms with the Risk of Coronary Artery Disease Occurrence and Cardiovascular Survival in the Polish Population: A Case-Control and a Prospective Cohort Study.

The aim of this study was to investigate whether the polymorphisms of the gene affect the risk of occurrence and mortality due to CAD. The study group included 231 patients diagnosed with CAD and 240 control blood donors. The genotyping of specified polymorphisms, i.

The Impact of Blood Morphological Parameters on Treatment Outcomes in Tennis Elbow Patients Receiving Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: A Prospective Study.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy holds substantial promise for the treatment of tennis elbow, a complex and challenging musculoskeletal condition. The aim of the study was to assess whether there are correlations between the levels of individual morphotic elements determined in whole blood and the outcomes of tennis elbow treatment with PRP injection, as measured using patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) such as the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (QDASH), and Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE). A prospective analysis was conducted on 107 patients (132 elbows) undergoing lateral epicondylitis treatment with (PRP) injections.

SMART System in the Assessment of Exercise Tolerance in Adults.

Health-oriented physical activity should meet two key criteria: safety and an optimal level of exercise. The system of monitoring and rationalization of training (SMART) was designed to meet them. SMART integrates a custom-configured inertial measurement unit (IMU) and a sensor with real-time heart rate measurement (HR) using a proprietary computer application.