Improvement on upper limb body-powered prostheses (1921–2016): A systematic review

2017 ◽  
Vol 232 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Afiqah Hashim ◽  
Nasrul Anuar Abd Razak ◽  
Noor Azuan Abu Osman ◽  
Hossein Gholizadeh
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Proprioceptive Feedback ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Design And Development ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Rehabilitation Research ◽  
The Web

Body-powered prostheses are known for their advantages of cost, reliability, training period, maintenance, and proprioceptive feedback. This study primarily aims to analyze the work related to the improvement of upper limb body-powered prostheses prior to 2016. A systematic review conducted via the search of the Web of Science electronic database, Google Scholar, and Google Patents identified 155 papers from 1921 to 2016. Sackett’s initial rules of evidence were used to determine the levels of evidence, and only papers categorized in the design and development category and patents were analyzed. A total of 40 papers in the sixth level of “Design and Development” of an upper limb body-powered prosthesis were found. Approximately 81% were categorized under mechanical alteration. Most papers were patent-type documents (48%), with the Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development publishing most of the articles related to the design and development of body-powered prostheses. Papers in the scope of the study were published once every 3 years in almost a century, proving that only a few studies were conducted to improve body-powered arms compared with myoelectric technology. Further research should be carried out mainly in areas that have received less attention.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Invasive Streptococcus pneumoniae Infections among Iranian Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arshid Yousefi Avarvand ◽  
Mehrdad Halaji ◽  
Donya Zare ◽  
Meysam Hasannejad-Bibalan ◽  
Hadi Sedigh Ebrahim-Saraie
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Streptococcus Pneumoniae ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Single Center ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Pooled Prevalence ◽  
Iranian Children ◽  
The Web

Background: Streptococcus pneumoniae is an important pathogen of children, mostly in developing countries. We aimed to investigate the prevalence of invasive S. pneumoniae among Iranian children using a systematic review and meta-analysis. Methods: A systematic search was carried out to identify papers published by Iranian authors in the Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar electronic databases from January of 2010 to December of 2017. Then, seven publications that met our inclusion criteria were selected for data extraction and analysis. Results: Totally, one study was multicenter, and six were single-center based studies. Meanwhile, all of the included studied performed among hospitalized patients. Seven studies reported the prevalence of invasive S. pneumoniae isolated from children, of these the pooled prevalence of S. pneumoniae was 2.5% (95% CI: 0.7%-9.1%). Conclusion: The overall prevalence of invasive S. pneumoniae infections among Iranian children is low (2.5%). However, further clinical studies are required to elucidate the burden of infections among Iranian children, especially in eastern regions.

scholarly journals Big Data Analytics and Firm Performance: A Systematic Review

Information ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 226 ◽  
Author(s):  
Parisa Maroufkhani ◽  
Ralf Wagner ◽  
Wan Khairuzzaman Wan Ismail ◽  
Mas Bambang Baroto ◽  
Mohammad Nourani
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Big Data ◽  
Firm Performance ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Data Analytics ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Big Data Analytics ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Science Index ◽  
The Web

The literature on big data analytics and firm performance is still fragmented and lacking in attempts to integrate the current studies’ results. This study aims to provide a systematic review of contributions related to big data analytics and firm performance. The authors assess papers listed in the Web of Science index. This study identifies the factors that may influence the adoption of big data analytics in various parts of an organization and categorizes the diverse types of performance that big data analytics can address. Directions for future research are developed from the results. This systematic review proposes to create avenues for both conceptual and empirical research streams by emphasizing the importance of big data analytics in improving firm performance. In addition, this review offers both scholars and practitioners an increased understanding of the link between big data analytics and firm performance.

scholarly journals Social Entrepreneurship as a Path for Social Change and Driver of Sustainable Development: A Systematic Review and Research Agenda

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 1091 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanchita Bansal ◽  
Isha Garg ◽  
Gagan Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Social Change ◽  
Social Entrepreneurship ◽  
Research Agenda ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
The Web

Social entrepreneurship has been recognized as a tool to attain sustainable development. This paper highlights the role of social entrepreneurship in triggering social change and attaining sustainable development. The paper contributes significantly to the existing literature by conducting a systematic review of extant works. To this end, we analyzed and reviewed 173 research papers from the Web of Science database. The results are presented in the form of descriptive findings and thematic discussion. The paper concludes by setting up the agenda for future researchers in the field.

scholarly journals How manipulating task constraints in small-sided and conditioned games shapes emergence of individual and collective tactical behaviours in football: A systematic review

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 1200-1214 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucas Ometto ◽  
Fabrício VA Vasconcellos ◽  
Felipe A Cunha ◽  
Israel Teoldo ◽  
Carlos Raphael B Souza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Evaluation Method ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Football Players ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Task Constraints ◽  
Playing Field ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Electronic Database Search ◽  
Rules Of The Game

Background: Small-Sided and Conditioned Games are characterised by modifications of field dimensions, number of players, rules of the game, manipulations used to shape the key task constraints that performers need to satisfy in practice. Evidence has already demonstrated the importance of designing practice to enhance understanding of tactical behaviours in football, but there is a lack of information about how coaches can manipulate task constraints to support tactical learning. Objective: To investigate which task constraints have been most often manipulated in studies of SSCGs; and what impact each manipulation had on emerging tactical behaviours, technical–tactical actions, and positional relationships between players. Methods: PubMed, Web of Science, Scielo, and Academic Google databases were searched for relevant reports without time limits. The criteria adopted for inclusion were: a) studies performed with football players; b) studies that included SSCGs as an evaluation method; c) studies that investigated tactical behaviours in SSCGs; and d), articles in English and Portuguese. Results: The electronic database search included 24 articles in the review. Of these, five manipulated field dimensions, six manipulated number of players involved, five manipulated field dimensions and number of players, five used different scoring targets, two altered the number of players and scoring target, and one manipulated the number of players, field dimension, and scoring target. Conclusion: Among the task constraints analyzed in this systematic review, manipulation of number of players and playing field dimensions concomitantly occurred most frequently.

scholarly journals Competências Operacionais e Industria 4.0: Revisão Sistemática da Literatura

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 264-288
Author(s):  
Marina Teixeira de Souza ◽  
Fernando César Almada Santos
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Theoretical Implication ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Planning Problem ◽  
Continuous Learning ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
The Web

Purpose – This study aims to identify studies on the theme of operational skills and Industry 4.0 between the years 2011 to 2019.Theoretical framework – The study is divided as follows: Section 1 introduces the article, Section 2 presents the theoretical framework on Industry 4.0 and Operational Skills. Section 3 presents the methodology used in the study and, subsequently, Section 4 presents and analyzes data. Finally, the final considerations and perspectives are presented in Section 5.Design/methodology/approach – A systematic review of the literature was carried out between the mentioned period and using the Web of Science database.Findings – From the systematic literature review, as the main operational skills identified in Industry 4.0 are: Flexibility and Adaptability, Continuous learning, Innovation / Creativity and Initiative / Willingness, Resilience, Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Negotiation, Thinking systemic, Planning, Problem solving, Decision making and Autonomy.Research, Practical Social implications – The main theoretical implication of the study carried out is the identification of the Operational Competencies identified in the literature on Industry 4.0. Therefore, this study opens space for new perspectives and further research on this topic.Originality/value – Studies in the area of Industry 4.0 and Operational Skills are recent and require attention and research, thus, this work contributes to the opening of new perspectives in order to deepen studies on this theme.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal Disorders in Agriculture: A Review from Web of Science Core Collection

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 2017
Author(s):  
Manuel Barneo-Alcántara ◽  
Manuel Díaz-Pérez ◽  
Marta Gómez-Galán ◽  
Ángel Carreño-Ortega ◽  
Ángel-Jesús Callejón-Ferre
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Core Collection ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Agricultural Workers ◽  
Work Related ◽  
The World ◽  
The Web

Agricultural workers suffer from many work-related illnesses. Some of the most common include musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). These types of disorders are caused by diverse factors. This research study intends to demonstrate the worldwide concern for MSD in agriculture. The objective is to compile and recognize in detail all the available studies on musculoskeletal disorders in agriculture developed in the world and by countries in the last 26 years. The Web of Science database was used for this purpose. Two hundred and fifty-six documents were found, of which 221 were finally selected for inclusion in the study. The studies span a period from 1995 to 2020. Of these, studies that were linked to improving sustainability stood out. Most of the research of this type emanates from developed countries. The conclusions to be drawn are that few countries pay attention to this area and that preventive measures are insufficient. Mechanization and improvement in work methods and organization are methods to reduce risks.

Revisión sistemática y propuesta sobre la terminología usada en la estructura de las clases de Educación Física (Systematic review and proposal on the terminology used in the structure of Physical Education classes)

Retos ◽  
2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Ortega Sáez ◽  
Salvador García Martínez ◽  
Alberto Ferriz Valero ◽  
Javier Olaya Cuartero
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
The Other ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Physical Education Lesson ◽  
Revisión Sistemática ◽  
Different Parts ◽  
The Web

El conocimiento de las distintas partes que forman las sesiones de Educación Física, así como su definición, aporta información relevante para facilitar el trabajo y el entendimiento del docente a la hora de organizar las sesiones de manera eficiente. El objetivo de la presente investigación es conocer cuáles son las diferentes partes que estructuran la sesión de Educación Física y sus características. Por otro lado, se pretende unificar estos criterios con el fin de establecer una propuesta terminológica, eficaz y funcional. Siguiendo la estructura del protocolo PRISMA, se realizó una revisión sistemática de las bases de datos de WEB OF SCIENCE y ERIC. Además, se utilizaron otras fuentes de información, Dialnet, Cafyd, Retos, Google Schoolar y los repositorios de Alicante, Elche, Valencia, Madrid y Barcelona. Se obtuvieron 16 publicaciones de 10 autores, donde se dividían las sesiones en distintas partes y se definían cada una de ellas. Tras la revisión y análisis de los datos obtenidos, se considera que todos los autores que aparecen en esta revisión aportan distintas clasificaciones y definiciones de las partes de la sesión de Educación Física, con el fin de optimizar el tiempo en las sesiones de Educación Física gracias al uso de esa terminología. Summary. The knowledge of the different parts that make up the Physical Education lessons, as well as their definition, provides relevant information to facilitate the teacher's work and understanding when organizing the sessions efficiently. The objective of the present investigation is to know what the different parts that structure the Physical Education lesson are and its characteristics. On the other hand, it is intended to unify these criteria in order to establish a terminological, effective and functional proposal. Following the structure of the PRISMA protocol, a systematic review of the WEB OF SCIENCE and ERIC databases was carried out. In addition to this, other sources of information were used, Dialnet, Cafyd, Retos, Google Schoolar and the repositories of Alicante, Elche, Valencia, Madrid and Barcelona. 16 publications were obtained from 10 authors, where the lessons were divided into different parts and each one was defined. After reviewing and analyzing the data obtained, it is considered that all the authors that appear in this review provide different classifications and definitions of the parts of the Physical Education lesson, in order to optimize time in Physical Education sessions thanks to the use of that terminology.

scholarly journals Imbalances in the Study of the Relationship between Leisure and Self-Esteem: A Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (15) ◽  
pp. 5555
Author(s):  
Nuria Codina ◽  
Teresa Freire
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Behavioral Approach ◽  
Experiential Approach ◽  
Comprehensive Examination ◽  
Quantitative Synthesis ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The Web

This systematic review offers a comprehensive examination of the relationship between leisure and self-esteem. The different perspectives were analyzed according to a framework that includes the different approaches for defining and measuring leisure, and a similar one was proposed for self-esteem. Articles indexed in the Web of Science (WoS) up to the end of 2018 were reviewed, specifically those that contained the keywords “leisure”, “self-esteem” or “self esteem” anywhere in the manuscript. Articles that did not present the qualitative or quantitative instruments needed to evaluate leisure or self-esteem were excluded. A total of 49 articles included the final quantitative synthesis. The overall findings showed that the prevailing methodology was objective (external). As regards content, the following combinations predominated: the behavioral approach to leisure with the unidimensional approach to self-esteem and the experiential approach to leisure with the unidimensional approach to self-esteem. Less studies were observed with the combination of mixed approaches and more comprehensive analyses: the behavioral-experiential combined with the multidimensional. To conclude, this study shows there is a demand for further empirical studies that explore the relationships between leisure and self-esteem. It also identified which approaches are most desirable to expand our understanding of the relationships between leisure and self-esteem.

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