Interrater Reliability of an Observational Rating Scale and Video Analysis of Yoga Poses

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Diane Richmond ◽  
Kathleen Castro ◽  
Vaibhavi Rathod ◽  
Thais Medeiros da Costa Dias ◽  
Nelson Marinho de Lima Filho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Interrater Reliability ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Interrater Agreement ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Recreational Exercise ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Study Team

Context: Yoga is increasingly popular, not only as a form of recreational exercise but also as a physician-recommended intervention for health conditions. While serious adverse effects accompanying yoga practice are rare, poses that involve upper-extremity weight-bearing have a high risk of discomfort. To better understand factors contributing to adverse effects, there is a critical need for robust instruments that objectively evaluate pose performance. The purpose of this study was to assess the interrater reliability of an observational scale developed to assess the alignment of 3 yoga poses. Design: Cross-sectional experimental study. Methods: Thirty-eight individuals were given standardized instructions and performed 3 poses (Downward Dog, Plank, and Side Plank). Lateral videos were rated by 2 raters. A rating scale evaluating the alignment of 7 regions was developed by the study team with input from yoga teachers. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the percentage of subjects showing ideal alignment and deviations. Interrater reliability was quantified using Cohen kappa coefficient (κ). Results: In Downward Dog, the prevalence of ideal alignment was 20%, 28%, and 37%, at the neck, shoulder, and back, respectively; κ ranged from .44 to .69. In Plank, the prevalence of ideal alignment was 31%, 45%, and 54% at the neck, shoulder, and back, respectively; κ ranged from .47 to .95. In Side Plank, the prevalence of ideal alignment was 16, 41%, and 24%, at the neck, shoulder, and back, respectively; κ ranged from .20 to .84. Conclusion: The observational scale found a high prevalence of deviations, and demonstrated fair to substantial interrater agreement.

Cross-Sectional Study to Assess the Functional Outcome of Neglected Bimalleolar Fracture

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 509-512
Author(s):  
Rajeev Shukla ◽  
Ravi Kant Jain ◽  
Shravan Patidar ◽  
Nikhil Jain ◽  
Pranav Mahajan
Keyword(s):  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Functional Outcome ◽  
Open Reduction ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Functional Results ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Results Of Treatment ◽  
Trimalleolar Fractures

Introduction. Ankle fracture is the most common intra-articular fracture of a weight-bearing joint and accounts for 9% of all fractures. Ankle fractures are classified into 3 subgroups: unimalleolar, bimalleolar, and trimalleolar fractures. Accurate reduction and stable internal fixation is necessary in bimalleolar fractures; otherwise, it may lead to posttraumatic painful restriction of movements or osteoarthritis. The purpose of this study is to assess the functional outcome and results of treatment of neglected bimalleolar fracture. Materials and Methods. Seventeen neglected bimalleolar fracture patients were treated with open reduction and internal fixation. Patients were followed-up at 1, 2, and 5 years and functional ability was assessed by using the modified Weber Rating Scale. Results. The mean age of patients was 41.4 ± 13.28 years. After 2 year of surgery, 13 out of 17 patients showed excellent results and 4 patients had fair results. Conclusion. Good to excellent functional results were observed after long-term follow-up in neglected bimalleolar fracture treated with open reduction and internal fixation, and we advise surgical intervention in all such patients. Levels of Evidence: Therapeutic, Level III: Retrospective Cohort study

scholarly journals Measurement and correlation of fatigue and sleep quality in Parkinson’s disease: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Wildja de Lima Gomes ◽  
Laize Gabriele Castro Silva ◽  
Neildja Maria da Silva ◽  
Robison Carlos Silva Costa ◽  
Roberta de Oliveira Cacho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Motor Symptom ◽  
Disease Stage ◽  
Measuring Instruments ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Prevalence

Background: Fatigue corresponds to a non-motor symptom of high prevalence in Parkinson’s disease (PD) affecting about one thirdof patients with the disease. This symptom negatively affects daily activities, contributing to the deterioration of the quality of life ofthese subjects. Objectives: To estimate fatigue in PD and to correlate with demographic characteristics, sleep, disease stage, motorfunction and daily activities. Methods: The sample consisted of patients with PD. The following measuring instruments were used for thestudy:Hoehn and Yahr scale, Fatigue Rating Scale, Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale, Parkinson’s Disease Sleep Scale. Results: Thisstudy highlights the high prevalence of fatigue in subjects with PD, and the screening and treatment of this symptom is extremelyrelevant in clinical practice. There were no significant correlations between fatigue and other variables analyzed. Conclusions: Mostparticipants reported fatigue as a relevant problem, so it is important the use of instruments for fatigue screening in clinical practiceand the need to develop therapies related to this symptom in the PD.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Risk Factors of Hypertension in Two Communes in the Vietnam Northern Mountainous, 2017

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nhon Bui Van ◽  
Quyet Pham Van ◽  
Long Vo Hoang ◽  
Tung Bui Van ◽  
Nguyen Nguyen Hoang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Systolic Hypertension ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Isolated Systolic Hypertension ◽  
Multivariate Models ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Prevalence

Background. The aims were to characterize the prevalence of hypertension (HTN) and explore its associations in the northern mountainous. Methods. We carried out a cross-sectional study in two communes in Chiem Hoa district, Tuyen Quang province, between June and November 2017. All subjects at the age of 18 years and over currently living in two communes. The usage of the descriptive statistics was to characterize the HTN prevalence. We used the univariate and multivariate models of logistic regression to determine the prevalence and related factors of HTN. Results. There were 319 people with overall HTN in the total of 675 participants. Among people with HTN, there were 101 ones with isolated systolic hypertension (ISH). The proportion of HTN among the Tay ethnic group was 47.6%. The factors related to HTN included group, body mass index (BMI), low physical fitness, and waist-hip ratio (WHR). These factors as well as the ethnicity were significantly associated with ISH. Conclusions. Two communes of Chiem Hoa district in Tuyen Quang province had a high prevalence of HTN. Age, BMI, WHR, and physical activity were the risk factors of overall HTN and ISH. In particular, ISH was affected by ethnicity.

scholarly journals Evaluation of iron intake in preschool children in a setting with high anemia burden

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria G Dunn ◽  
Ryan M Close ◽  
Steven G McKee ◽  
Ramona Cordero ◽  
Ingrid F Japa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Point Of Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Iron Intake ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Targeted Interventions ◽  
Resource Limited ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Study Team ◽  
Daily Allowance

Abstract Background Iron deficiency anemia affects millions of children worldwide. Iron intake assessments can inform targeted interventions. Methods This cross-sectional study describes diet and hemoglobin levels of children 1–5 y of age in a resource-limited setting in the Dominican Republic. The study team performed meal observations and measurements, dietary questionnaires, and point-of-care hemoglobin testing. Results Iron intake and bioavailability were low, with liberal estimates indicating that not more than 40% of subjects consumed the recommended daily allowance for iron. Forty of 80 children had anemia, with 23% demonstrating moderate or severe anemia. Conclusions Poor observed iron intake likely contributes to the high prevalence of anemia in this population.

scholarly journals Prevalence and trend of malaria with anaemia among under-five children in Jasikan District, Ghana

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
William Domechele ◽  
George Pokoanti Wak ◽  
Francis Bruno Zotor
Keyword(s):  
Malaria Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Public Concern ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Children Under Five ◽  
Under Five ◽  
High Prevalence

AbstractBackgroundMalaria still remains a major killer of children under-five, claiming the life of one child every two minutes globally. More than 78% of deaths among children under-five in Africa are as a result of malaria infection. Despite the several interventions to reduce malaria and anaemia, the disease remains a global public concern as more children continue to die. This study assessed the prevalence and trend of malaria and anaemia in children under-five years from 2012 to 2016.MethodsWe conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study among children under-five with malaria and anaemia who received care at the hospital in Jasikan town, Ghana from 2012 to 2016. Data were extracted from the children’s ward admission and discharge registers. We computed descriptive statistics to describe the data. STATA version 14 was used to carry out the analyses.ResultsOut of 30082 malaria cases, 835 were with anaemia from 2012 to 2016. This study demonstrated an overall proportion of malaria with anaemia as 0.028 (28 per 1000 malaria cases). Year 2014 recorded the highest proportion (38 per 1,000 malaria cases) of malaria with anaemia cases in the district. Overall, prevalence rate of malaria and anaemia cases separately was found as 61.5% and 4.4% respectively from 2012-2016. Children within 24-35 months’ age group contributed the highest (28.3%) and 0-11 months accounted for the lowest (12.9%) malaria with anaemia cases. Majority of malaria with anaemia cases 531 (63.6%) occurred in the rainy season from June to July.ConclusionThere is a high prevalence of malaria with anaemia cases among children under-five from 2012-2016. Age and seasonal variation were found to be predictors of an increase in the prevalence of malaria with anaemia.

scholarly journals Pelvic symptoms after radiotherapy in prostate cancer: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 197-208
Author(s):  
Aline Moreira Ribeiro ◽  
Fernanda Maris Peria ◽  
Elaine Cristine Lemes Mateus-Vasconcelos ◽  
Cristine Homsi Jorge Ferreira ◽  
Valdair Francisco Muglia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Scientific Progress ◽  
Acute Effect ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Urinary Tract Symptoms ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Pelvic Symptoms ◽  
One Year

Abstract Introduction: Despite the technical and scientific progress that improved therapeutic resources available in Oncology, adverse effects of treatment can be prominent, impacting the quality of life (QoL). Objective: This research aims to determine the prevalence of post-radiotherapy pelvic symptoms in prostate cancer (PC) and its impact on QoL. Methods: We assessed three groups of patients at different stages during radiotherapy (RT): Pre-RT, evaluated before of RT; Post-RT#1, evaluated between six months and one year post-RT; Post-RT#2, evaluated between two and a half and four years post-RT. The presence of urinary incontinence (UI), its characteristics and impact on daily living activities (DLA) were evaluated by ICIQ-SF questionnaire. WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire was used to assess QoL. Student t test was used, considering significant p < 0.05. Results: Thirty-three men were assessed (pre-RT, n = 12; Post-RT#1, n = 10; Post-RT#2, n = 11). The prevalence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) was highest in Post-RT#1 group. Post-RT#2 group had the highest prevalence of post-RT UI. In QoL, Pre-RT and Post-RT#2 groups experiencing the greatest impact on physical, environmental and overall QoL. Conclusion: Acute effect of RT is characterized by a high prevalence of LUTS. Post-RT#2 group experienced the most adverse effects on DLA due to a higher prevalence of post-RT UI.

scholarly journals Sexual dysfunction in females with depression: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 106-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krishnankutty Sreelakshmy ◽  
Rajmohan Velayudhan ◽  
Deepak Kuriakose ◽  
Rema Nair
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Comorbidities ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Drug Naïve ◽  
Axis I ◽  
Death Wishes

Abstract Introduction Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) in depression albeit common is strikingly understudied. The condition, if addressed properly, can be readily cured, improving the quality of life of the patient. Methods A consecutive sample of drug-naïve married female patients with depression was assessed. Depression was diagnosed using the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis I Disorders (SCID-I). Depression severity was assessed using the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D), and sexual dysfunction, the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Results Sexual dysfunction was found in 90% of the patients in our study. Patients with medical comorbidities showed a significant decrease in the desire subset of the FSFI (Mann-Whitney U=11.0, p=0.009), however there was no significant association with other subsets. Patients who expressed passive death wishes had higher scores on all indicators of sexual function and a significantly higher score in the orgasm subset of the FSFI (Mann-Whitney U=11.0, p=0.009). Conclusion The study showed a high prevalence of FSD in depressed females regardless of type and severity of depression. Depression with medical comorbidities was associated with a significant decrease in desire. Patients who expressed passive death wishes showed improved sexual function and significantly better orgasm.

scholarly journals Omission of nursing care in hospitalization units

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Carvalho de Lima ◽  
Ana Elisa Bauer de Camargo Silva ◽  
Maria Helena Larcher Caliri
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Material Resources ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Nursing Professionals ◽  
Administrative Tasks

Objective: to describe the prevalence and reasons for omission of nursing care, according to the perception of nursing professionals working in a teaching hospital. Method: a cross-sectional study was carried out with 267 professionals from ten hospitalization units. Data were collected by the MISSCARE-Brasil instrument. Descriptive statistics and Pearson’s Chi-square or Fisher’s exact tests were used to compare differences in the prevalence of omission among professional categories. Results: among the elements of nursing care, the highest prevalence of omission consisted in: to sit up the patient out of bed (70.3%), ambulation three times a day (69.1%), and participation in the discussion of the interdisciplinary team on patient’s health care (67.2%). The most frequent reasons were: inadequate number of staff (85.4%), inadequate number of staff for providing care or in administrative tasks (81.6%), and unexpected increase in the number and/or greater severity of patients (79.8%). Nurses reported major omission than nursing technicians/auxiliaries in four elements of care (p<0.05). Conclusion: according to our study, there is high prevalence of omission of nursing care elements from the professionals’ perspective. Factors related to human and material resources were more reported as causes for such omission.

Minerals Intake Distributions in a Large Sample of Iranian at-Risk Population Using the National Cancer Institute Method: Do They Meet Their Requirements?

2015 ◽  
Vol 85 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 129-144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zahra Heidari ◽  
Awat Feizi ◽  
Leila Azadbakht ◽  
Nizal Sarrafzadegan
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
National Cancer Institute ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Normal Function ◽  
Dietary Intakes ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nutritional Interventions ◽  
High Prevalence

Abstract. Background: Minerals are required for the body’s normal function. Aim: The current study assessed the intake distribution of minerals and estimated the prevalence of inadequacy and excess among a representative sample of healthy middle aged and elderly Iranian people. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, the second follow up to the Isfahan Cohort Study (ICS), 1922 generally healthy people aged 40 and older were investigated. Dietary intakes were collected using 24 hour recalls and two or more consecutive food records. Distribution of minerals intake was estimated using traditional (averaging dietary intake days) and National Cancer Institute (NCI) methods, and the results obtained from the two methods, were compared. The prevalence of minerals intake inadequacy or excess was estimated using the estimated average requirement (EAR) cut-point method, the probability approach and the tolerable upper intake levels (UL). Results: There were remarkable differences between values obtained using traditional and NCI methods, particularly in the lower and upper percentiles of the estimated intake distributions. A high prevalence of inadequacy of magnesium (50 - 100 %), calcium (21 - 93 %) and zinc (30 - 55 % for males > 50 years) was observed. Significant gender differences were found regarding inadequate intakes of calcium (21 - 76 % for males vs. 45 - 93 % for females), magnesium (92 % vs. 100 %), iron (0 vs. 15 % for age group 40 - 50 years) and zinc (29 - 55 % vs. 0 %) (all; p < 0.05). Conclusion: Severely imbalanced intakes of magnesium, calcium and zinc were observed among the middle-aged and elderly Iranian population. Nutritional interventions and population-based education to improve healthy diets among the studied population at risk are needed.

INTERARM SYSTOLIC BLOOD PRESSURE DIFFERENCE IS ASSOCIATED WITH A HIGH PREVALENCE OF CARDIO VASCULAR DISEASES- A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY IN POLICE WORKER

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Somesh Raju ◽  
Rina Kumari ◽  
Sunita Tiwari ◽  
NS Verma
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Systolic Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Sugar ◽  
Pressure Difference ◽  
Systolic Pressure ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Vascular Events ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Blood Pressure Difference ◽  
High Prevalence

Background: Interarm systolic blood pressure difference more than 10 mm of Hg is predictor of cardiovascular and metabolic risk. Despite of sufficient physical activity there is high prevalence of obesity in police personal because of stressful working environment. No studies have addressed the significance of interarm pressure difference among them. Therefore, the present study conducted to access the relation of interarm blood pressure difference with obesity in police personnel. Aims and Objective: To estimate the interarm pressure difference in police personal to see its association with their obesity. Material and Method: This cross-sectional observational study done on 245 police workers in PAC, Sitapur, India. Subjects having more than ten years of working experience were included in study. Anthropometric measurements of subject recorded by following standard protocol. Measurement of systolic pressure in both arm recorded simultaneously by mercury sphygmomanometer. Available data analyze and expressed in percentage, mean with SD and chi square test to see the significance of association. Results: According to anthropometric results of subjects 77.14 prcent subjects were having generalised obesity and 82.04 percent of subjects having abdominal obesity. 34.29 percent of subjects showed abnormally high (?10 mmHg) inter-arm systolic blood pressure difference. Both type of obesity showed positive association with blood sugar level but no association with interarm pressure difference. Conclusion: Interarm blood pressure difference is greater in individual having obesity or prolong duration of service. Such subjects are more susceptible to develop coronary artery disease or peripheral arterial disease in future. Early screening can help to detect the vascular events likely to occur in the future Keywords: Body mass index, Waist circumference, Interarm pressure difference, Random blood sugar

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