scholarly journals Pseudomonas-Contaminated Pool Triggering an Episode of Idiopathic Palmoplantar Hidradenitis

2021 ◽  
pp. 411-416
Author(s):  
Rasheed K. Barradah
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pseudomonas Infection ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Idiopathic palmoplantar hidradenitis (IPPH) is a disorder that mainly affects the palms and soles of children. Although many cases have been reported to occur after recreational swimming activities, whether IPPH is caused by intense physical activity or by Pseudomonas infection has yet to be proven. We report a case of a 3-year-old girl who presented with IPPH after swimming in a pool with evidence of <i>P. aeruginosa</i> contamination, further solidifying the association between Pseudomonas and IPPH.

scholarly journals Pacemaker-Generated Stress Fracture of The Second Rib: A Case Report

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jus Ksela ◽  
Mark Racman ◽  
Rok Zbacnik ◽  
Anze Djordjevic ◽  
Matevz Jan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Female Patient ◽  
Stress Fracture ◽  
Pulse Generator ◽  
Pacemaker Implantation ◽  
Permanent Pacemaker ◽  
Direct Trauma ◽  
The Right ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Abstract Background: Pocket-related complications following the implantation of cardiovascular implantable electronic devices primarily include pocket hematoma, infection, skin erosion or decubitus, device migration, and Twiddler's syndrome, with other pathologies such as nerve impairment or bone lesions being extremely rarely encountered. We report a case of a 20-year old asthenic, non-athlete female patient presenting with a device-generated fracture of the second rib several months after sub-muscular permanent pacemaker implantation due to repeated bilateral pre-pectoral pocket infections.Case presentation: A 20-year old female patient was readmitted to our institution 9 months following sub-pectoral implantation of a permanent pacemaker, complaining of severe pocket-related pain, which arose spontaneously in the absence of direct trauma, intense physical activity or vigorous coughing, and was associated with normal day-to-day activity. To rule out a pacemaker re-infection, a native computed tomography and a positron emission tomography - computed tomography of the thorax were performed. Both modalities excluded an infection but showed a healing fracture and a focus of enhanced metabolic activity in the anterolateral part of the right second rib, indicating a non-traumatic or stress fracture of the bone. Consequently, a complete extraction of the pulse generator and both leads was performed and the smallest available single-chamber pulse generator with a single atrial electrode was implanted in the sub-fascial, pre-muscular pocket in the now recovered and uninfected left subclavicular region, alleviating patient’s severe pain symptoms and significantly enhancing her quality of life.Conclusions: In the absence of direct trauma, intense physical activity or vigorous coughing, we assume that in this asthenic girl a normal day-to-day motion of the right shoulder has persistently forced the sub-muscularly placed pulse generator toward thoracic wall, putting increased repetitive pressure force on the underlying bones, finally causing a fatigue stress fracture of the second rib. In asthenic phenotype patients with small thorax and short subclavicular distance, a sub-muscular pacemaker implantation can potentially cause unique and unexpected pocket-related adverse events necessitating advanced diagnostics and timely treatment.

scholarly journals Children and nutrition

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 2345
Author(s):  
Evren Ebru Altıncı
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Growth And Development ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Development Stage ◽  
Optimal Performance ◽  
External Factors ◽  
Energy Depletion ◽  
Balanced Diet ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

It is possible to raise healthy generations by improving the awareness levels of the role models (parents, teachers etc.) who will shape the perspectives of future parents towards nutrition and physical activity. That children receive adequate levels of nutrition from proper sources, which is vital for children’s growth and development, is considerably under the control of external factors (e.g. family and friends’ eating habits, third person’s care/knowledge and experiences such as teachers/trainers etc.). Considering nutrition and the intense physical activity of preschoolers, which is an inherent characteristic of that development stage, and especially the children who are guided to do more intense physical activity, the case becomes more complex. Thus, with the aim to address children’s energy depletion from intense physical activity, it is suggested to provide children with attractive alternatives. Including some of these alternatives, this study aims to reveal the significance of an adequate and balanced diet as well as proper planning of physical activity and periodic assessments at the appropriate time and conditions so that the children who start regular physical activity display optimal performance.

scholarly journals Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum from Running Sprints

2010 ◽  
Vol 2010 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph W. Turban
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Lung Cancer ◽  
Asthma Exacerbation ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Intrathoracic Pressure ◽  
Benign Condition ◽  
Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum ◽  
Free Air ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Spontaneous pneumomediastinum (SPM) is a fairly rare condition, caused by increased intrathoracic pressure, leading to free air in the mediastinal structures. Underlying lung conditions are associated with increased incidence of SPM, including asthma, interstitial lung disease, pneumonia, bullous lung, and radiation therapy for lung cancer. It is often preceded by Valsalva maneuvers, vomiting, coughing, asthma exacerbation, sneezing, childbirth, or intense physical activity. A case of SPM is presented in a 15-year-old male, who complained of throat pain and dyspnea while running sprints at football practice. Workup revealed SPM, and he was subsequently admitted and treated conservatively. His symptoms resolved in 2 days and he was discharged and suffered no further recurrences. In contrast to secondary pneumomediastinum, SPM is usually a benign condition although life-threatening conditions can rarely arise. Differentiating between these two conditions has important prognostic indications. There is a paucity of prospectively collected data regarding SPM, and considerable variation in recommendations concerning the extent of workup.

scholarly journals Intermittent Hypoxic Exposure Reduces Endothelial Dysfunction

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Zembron-Lacny ◽  
Anna Tylutka ◽  
Eryk Wacka ◽  
Edyta Wawrzyniak-Gramacka ◽  
Dariusz Hiczkiewicz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Endothelial Dysfunction ◽  
Inflammatory Mediators ◽  
Elite Athletes ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
High Sensitivity ◽  
Hypoxic Exposure ◽  
Cvd Risk ◽  
Sports Activity ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Intermittent exposure to hypoxia (IHE) increases the production of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species as well as erythropoietin (EPO), which stimulates the adaptation to intense physical activity. However, several studies suggest a protective effect of moderate hypoxia in cardiovascular disease (CVD) events. The effects of intense physical activity with IHE on oxi-inflammatory mediators and their interaction with conventional CVD risk factors were investigated. Blood samples were collected from elite athletes (control n=6, IHE n=6) during a 6-day IHE cycle using hypoxicator GO2 altitude. IHE was held once a day, at least 2 hours after training. In serum, hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), nitric oxide (NO), 3-nitrotyrosine (3-Nitro), proinflammatory cytokines (IL-1β and TNFα), high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), and heat shock protein 27 (HSP27) were determined by the commercial immunoenzyme (ELISA kits) or colorimetric methods. Serum erythropoietin (EPO) level was measured by ELISA kit every day of hypoxia. IHE was found to significantly increase H2O2, NO, and HSP27 but to decrease 3NT concentrations. The changes in 3NT and HSP27 following hypoxia proved to enhance NO bioavailability and endothelial function. In the present study, the oxi-inflammatory mediators IL-1β and hsCRP increased in IHE group but they did not exceed the reference values. The serum EPO level increased on the 3rd day of IHE, then decreased on 5th day of IHE, and correlated with NO/H2O2 ratio (rs=0.640, P<0.05). There were no changes in haematological markers contrary to lipoproteins such as low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and non-high-density lipoprotein (non-HDL) which showed a decreasing trend in response to hypoxic exposure. The study demonstrated that IHE combined with sports activity reduced a risk of endothelial dysfunction and atherogenesis in athletes even though the oxi-inflammatory processes were enhanced. Therefore, 6-day IHE seems to be a potential therapeutic and nonpharmacological method to reduce CVD risk, especially in elite athletes participating in strenuous training.

scholarly journals Intense physical activity is associated with cognitive performance in the elderly

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (11) ◽  
pp. e191-e191 ◽  
Author(s):  
B M Brown ◽  
◽  
J J Peiffer ◽  
H R Sohrabi ◽  
A Mondal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Intermittent exercise-heat exposures and intense physical activity sustain heat acclimation adaptations

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 117-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Luke Pryor ◽  
Riana R. Pryor ◽  
Lesley W. Vandermark ◽  
Elizabeth L. Adams ◽  
Rachel M. VanScoy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Intermittent Exercise ◽  
Heat Acclimation ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

scholarly journals Brain Changing Advantages of Exercise

2021 ◽  
pp. 149-153
Author(s):  
Akshat Sahu ◽  
Dhruba Chandi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Neuropsychological Testing ◽  
Standardized Assessments ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Aerobic Activity ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Ability Tests ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Exercise is defined as any activity that causes your muscles to work and your body to burn calories. Physical activity includes swimming, running, jogging, strolling, and dancing, to name a few. Physically and mentally active people have been shown to have various health benefits. It could even help you live a longer life. In this article, we attempt to explain the beneficial effects of exercising regularly on our brain and how this helps with cognitive tasks. We also describe the various neurotrophic neurochemicals that aid in this phenomenon. We then describe the process of neuroplasticity and how exercise can help accelerate this process. Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. If you're worried about being harmed if you start walking or increase your level of physical activity, it is safe for most people to engage in moderate-intensity aerobic activity, such as brisk walking. Reduced emotions of state anxiety (short-term anxiety), increased sleep, and enhanced elements of cognitive performance are some of the benefits of moderate or intense physical exercise on cerebral health that happen immediately after moderate or intense physical activity (acute impact). People who engage in more moderate or intense physical activity generally have better mental processes to gain knowledge and comprehension than those who do not. Improvements in cognition, as well as performance, might be expected. For example, standardized assessments of academic achievement and performance on mental ability tests are examples of neuropsychological testing. Processing speed, memory, and executive function are all factors to consider.

scholarly journals Features of transcutaneous penetration of lead into the human body

2021 ◽  
Vol 100 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-59
Author(s):  
Nikolay A. Kashuba
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Human Body ◽  
Inorganic Compounds ◽  
The Body ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Sweat Glands ◽  
Mechanical Methods ◽  
Intense Physical Activity

Introduction. One of the features of lead is its high ability to disintegrate and significantly contaminate the environment. The contamination of hands or the whole body with lead creates a high probability of penetrating micro- and nanoparticles through the skin into the body. Nowadays, this process is not sufficiently studied. There is evidence that inorganic compounds or metallic particles of lead can penetrate through the skin into a human body. Material and methods. centrifuge 10000 rpm, laser emitter (wavelength 625-740 nm), optical microscope, voltampermetric analyzer ABA-2, Analysette 12 Dyna Sizer, magnetic stirrer, distiller, Na2S solution. The studies were conducted in 2017-2018 among the workers of battery sections of technical service stations in Ternopol - 17 people. The research results were processed by the statistical package SPSS 19. Results. The process of mechanical contamination by the skin with lead, rejection of micro particles from the surface of lead, and, to a lesser extent, ultrafine nanoparticles, which can penetrate the sweat glands, was established to occur. The studies have shown in the washings from the palms particles’ skin are detected mainly in the size of 1 μm - 100 nm. In the process of finding the particles of lead in the sweat glands, their length decreases to Nanoscale, allowing them freely entering the body. The decrease in particle size in the sweat glands occurs due to the formation of soluble lead compounds. Presumably, the main chemical contributing to this process is lactic acid. With increasing exposure, the size of lead particles in the sweat glands decreases. Intensive cleaning of the skin surface by mechanical methods, and detergents, followed by contamination with lead, promotes the penetration of lead particles into the sweat glands and its further spread in the body. The intense physical activity was established to contribute to a decrease in particle size, which suggests chemical interaction of lead with lactic acid and the formation of soluble lead lactate. The assumption is confirmed by studies of the composition of sweat, which is detected lead lactate. Conclusion. The lead ability to penetrating a human body transcutaneously in the form of nanoparticles and soluble compounds has been proven. Intense physical activity facilitates the penetration of lead into the body.

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