Level of awareness of dentists about the role of physiotherapy in temporomandibular disorders: a pilot study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Abstract Background Physiotherapy (PT) is a distinguished developing profession. It has a crucial role in treating temporomandibular disorders (TMD) as an effective intervention to reduce pain and improve TMD symptoms. Not all dentists are aware of the importance of collaboration with physiotherapists (PTs).Therefore, this study aimed to assess the level of dentists’ awareness about the role of PT in treating TMD, identify dentists’ willingness to collaborate with PTs, and create collaboration awareness. This cross-sectional study included Saudi dentists in Riyadh. An online survey was used to assess dentist’s awareness and their readiness to collaborate with PTs. Results Out of 1500 dentists, only 162 participated in the survey. About 46.9% of dentists were aware that PT can treat TMD. Generally, there was lack of awareness about the benefits of PT among dentists (61.8%), and 59.9% was not aware that the evidence suggested that PT can improve TMD symptoms. Only 29% referred patients to PT. Upon the completion of the survey, almost all dentists (97.5%) were likely to refer patients with TMD to PT, and 90.7% of them showed interest to learn more about collaborating with PTs. Conclusion The study concluded that, although 46.9% of the dentists are aware about the role of PT in treating TMD, there is a lack of awareness about the benefits of PT among the majority of them. The study helped to extend the awareness of surveyed dentists about the collaboration and multidisciplinary approach.

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Role of flavours in vaping uptake and cessation among New Zealand smokers and non-smokers: a cross-sectional study

Tobacco Control ◽

10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2019-055469 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 30 (1) ◽

pp. 108-110 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Philip Gendall ◽

Janet Hoek

Keyword(s):

New Zealand ◽

Online Survey ◽

Smoking Status ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Cigarette Smokers ◽

Former Smokers ◽

Never Smokers

BackgroundConcerns about the effects of vaping have prompted calls to restrict e-cigarette flavours. Vaping proponents have criticised these proposals, which they argue may discourage smokers from taking up vaping or trigger relapse to smoking. We explored the role flavours play in vaping uptake and cessation among New Zealand cigarette smokers and vaping-susceptible never smokers (VSNS), and examined current vapers’ preferred flavours.MethodsWe conducted an online survey of 1005 New Zealanders aged 18–70 years that included 324 current vapers (vaped in the last 30 days) and 302 ‘past’ vapers (reported past vaping, but not within the last month). We asked respondents their reasons for vaping and explored current vapers’ preferred e-cigarette flavours; we analysed the data using descriptive statistics and logistic regression.ResultsIrrespective of smoking status, flavour was one of the main reasons respondents gave for vaping (smokers 83%; former smokers 77%; VSNS 80%). Flavour was less important to former vapers; 47% of smokers, 57% of former smokers and 64% of VSNS cited flavour as a reason for originally taking up vaping. Fruit flavours were most popular among all three groups; smokers also favoured tobacco flavour, while former smokers also favoured mint or menthol, and never smokers also favoured confectionery/sweets/lolly flavours.ConclusionsFlavours play a major role in vaping initiation for current smokers, former smokers and vaping-susceptible non-smokers, and remain important to those who continue vaping. Our findings highlight the need for regulation that allows some flavour diversity without the extravagant marketing currently used to promote vaping and e-liquids.

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Hope and Self-Compassion to Alleviate Parenting Stress in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Family Journal ◽

10.1177/10664807211040836 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 106648072110408

Author(s):

Aileen S. Garcia ◽

Staci L. Born ◽

Christin L. Carotta ◽

Erin S. Lavender-Stott ◽

Hung-Ling (Stella) Liu

Keyword(s):

Parenting Stress ◽

Online Survey ◽

The United States ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Psychological Resources ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Self Compassion ◽

Serious Disease

As the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic disrupted all aspects of life, parents have been subjected to more household and caregiving responsibilities and stressors. The purpose of this study is to investigate how hope, self-compassion, and perception of COVID-19 health risks influence parenting stress. In this cross-sectional study, a total of 362 parents living in the United States completed an online survey in July 2020. Multiple regression analyses revealed that higher levels of hope are related to lower levels of parenting stress. On the other hand, lower levels of self-compassion as indicated by higher scores on the subscales of isolation, self-judgment, and overidentification are related to higher levels of parenting stress. Further, testing positive for the coronavirus is positively related to parenting stress, whereas the belief that COVID-19 is a serious disease is negatively related to parenting stress. Findings also revealed the significant role of hope in moderating the relation between self-compassion and parenting stress. This study highlights the importance of nurturing and drawing from one’s own psychological resources to mitigate parenting stress, particularly in the context of a chronic source of stress like a pandemic. Implications for the counseling profession are discussed.

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Self-perceived competence of dental students regarding the management of orofacial pain: a cross-sectional study

BMC Oral Health ◽

10.1186/s12903-021-01852-1 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Muhammad Taqi ◽

Asaad Javed Mirza ◽

Maaz Asaad Javed ◽

Shama Asghar ◽

Maria Khadija ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Online Survey ◽

Orofacial Pain ◽

Perceived Competence ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Dental Students ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Almost All ◽

Dental Schools

Abstract Background There is limited data on Pakistani dental students perceived competence in managing orofacial pain (OFP). This study aims to evaluate dental students self-perceived competence regarding the management of orofacial pain. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in Karachi at randomly selected two public and four private dental schools. This survey was conducted online from November 2020 to December 2020 in six dental schools. A questionnaire link was sent to the 475 students. A chi-square test and independent-sample t-test were conducted to assess the frequency distribution and compare mean scores of knowledge, diagnosis, and management parameters. Results Of the 475 students, 280 students filled the online survey leaving a response rate of 59%. A significant number of fourth-year students, 65 (51%, p = 0.005), feels knowledgeable regarding neuropathic pain compared to third-year students. The majority of the fourth-year students, 100 (78%, p = 0.010), feel comfortable managing intraoral pain. Almost all the students reported thinking that they need more knowledge related to five types of OFP. The fourth-year students had high mean scores related to knowledge, comfort in diagnosing and managing OFP categories. Conclusion This study found that dental students perceived competence regarding orofacial pain management varies in relation to specific categories, being lowest for psychogenic pain.

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Usefulness of smartphone use among surgeons in clinical practice during the pandemic of COVID-19: a cross-sectional study

BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making ◽

10.1186/s12911-021-01563-1 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Ali Jasem Buabbas ◽

Saad Aldousari ◽

Adel K. Ayed ◽

Maryam Safar ◽

Omar Alkandari

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Google Docs ◽

Surgical Practice ◽

Face To Face ◽

Smartphone Use ◽

Almost All ◽

Doctor Communication

Abstract Background With the magnitude and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, the usual face-to-face consultation within a clinical setting is no longer feasible. Thus, this led to the need for alternate means to provide adequate patient care for surgical patients. This is where the role of smartphones comes into play, in which it is thus of paramount importance. This research study aimed to assess the usefulness of smartphones in surgical practice during COVID-19 pandemic. Methods This cross-sectional study is based on a questionnaire distributed among surgeons in different levels of practice working at Kuwait governmental hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic. The questionnaire was developed via Google Docs to collect data for the current study. Results Out of 600 surgeons, 180 have responded to the questionnaire, giving a response rate of 30%. Of these, 42.8%, 85.5%, and 58.9% were aged between 35 and 44 years, were male, and Kuwaiti nationals, respectively. Almost all of the respondents (99.5%) were using smartphones for hospital-related work. The most common uses of the smartphones involved texting (70%), and viewing or taking images and videos using built-in cameras (60%) either in the emergency department, outpatient clinics, wards, or operating rooms. The majority of the respondents (88%) rated the use of smartphones in practice as important. Conclusion This study revealed that using smartphones in surgical practice was prevalent among the respondent surgeons in Kuwait during the pandemic. The majority of them considered using smartphones in practice to be important, due to its benefits in facilitating doctor–doctor and patient–doctor communication, reviewing the literature, and making clinical decisions. Guidelines are required for proper and legal use of smartphone devices in medical practice. Accordingly, recommendations are suggested.

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Role of Sildenafil in the Treatment of Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of Newborn (PPHN) - Should it Be Withdrawn from Market of Bangladesh due to Threat of being Misuses

Dhaka Shishu (Children) Hospital Journal ◽

10.3329/dshj.v35i2.49688 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 35 (2) ◽

pp. 100-104

Author(s):

Maksudur Rahman ◽

Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun ◽

MAK Azad Chowdhury ◽

Abu Sayeed Munsi

Keyword(s):

Intensive Care Unit ◽

Intensive Care ◽

Neonatal Intensive Care ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cardiac Intensive Care Unit ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Cardiac Intensive Care ◽

Hospital Protocol

Background: Recently it has been apprehended that sildenafil, a drug which has been successfully using in the treatment of PPHN and erectile dysfunction in adult, is going to be withdrawn from the market of Bangladesh due to threat of its misuses. Objective: The aim of this study was to see the extent of uses of sildenafil in the treatment of PPHN and importance of availability of this drugs in the market inspite of its probable misuses. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), special baby care unit (SCABU) and cardiac intensive care unit (CICU) of Dhaka Shishu (Children) Hospital from June, 2017 to May 2018. Neonates with PPHN were enrolled in the study. All cases were treated with oral sildenefil for PPHN along with others management according to hospital protocol. Data along with other parameters were collected and analyzed. Results: Total 320 patients with suspected PPHN were admitted during the study period. Among them 92 (29%) cases had PPHN. Male were 49(53 %) cases and female were 43(47%) cases. Mean age at hospital admission was 29.7±13.4 hours. Based on echocardiography,13(14%) cases had mild, 38 (41%) cases moderate and 41(45%) cases severe PPHN. Mean duration of sildenafil therapy was 11.9±7.1 days. Improved from PPHN were 83 (90%) cases. Mortality was 10% (9). Conclusion: In this study it was found that the incidence of PPHN is 29% among the suspected newborns. Sildenafil is successfull in improving the oxygenation of PPHN and to decrease the mortality of neonates. DS (Child) H J 2019; 35(2) : 100-104

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Role of Fibrinolytic Therapy in Empyema Thoracis – A Hospital Based one year Cross Sectional Study

International Journal of Scientific Research ◽

10.15373/22778179/feb2013/116 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 2 (2) ◽

pp. 345-350

Author(s):

Dr. Girish.L Dandagi ◽

◽

Venkat kalyana kumar. P ◽

Dr. Dr.Isaac Mathew ◽

Dr. Dr.G S Gaude Dr. Dr.G S Gaude

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Fibrinolytic Therapy ◽

Empyema Thoracis ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

One Year

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Role of lifestyle in obesity prevention — A cross-sectional study in metropolitan schools

Clinical and Experimental Medical Journal ◽

10.1556/cemed.3.2009.28523 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 195-201

Author(s):

Szabolcs Péter

Keyword(s):

Obesity Prevention ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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Measurement of Spee curve in individuals with temporomandibular disorders: a cross-sectional study

RSBO ◽

10.21726/rsbo.v13i1.267 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 13 (1) ◽

pp. 25

Author(s):

Glaucia Marques Dias ◽

Letícia Ladeira Bonato ◽

Patrícia Rocha Coelho ◽

Josemar Parreira Guimarães ◽

Rafaela Ladeira Bonato

Keyword(s):

Temporomandibular Disorders ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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Self-Perceived Life Satisfaction during the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Sweden: A Cross-Sectional Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18126234 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (12) ◽

pp. 6234

Author(s):

Christina Brogårdh ◽

Catharina Sjödahl Hammarlund ◽

Frida Eek ◽

Kjerstin Stigmar ◽

Ingrid Lindgren ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Life Satisfaction ◽

Online Survey ◽

Satisfaction With Life ◽

Sociodemographic Factors ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sexual Life ◽

Life Domains ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Perceived Life Satisfaction

Currently, there is limited knowledge on how the Swedish strategy with more lenient public health restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced people’s life satisfaction. Here, we investigated self-reported life satisfaction during the first wave of the pandemic in Sweden, and perceived changes in life satisfaction in relation to various sociodemographic factors. A total of 1082 people (mean age 48 (SD 12.2); 82% women) responded to an online survey during autumn 2020 including the “Life Satisfaction Questionnaire-11”. A majority (69%) were satisfied with life as a whole, and with other important life domains, with the exception of contact with friends and sexual life. An equal share reported that life as a whole had either deteriorated (28%) or improved (29%). Of those that perceived a deterioration, 95% considered it to be due to the pandemic. Regarding deteriorated satisfaction with life as a whole, higher odds were found in the following groups: having no children living at home; being middle aged; having other sources of income than being employed; and having a chronic disease. The Swedish strategy might have contributed to the high proportion of satisfied people. Those who perceived a deterioration in life satisfaction may, however, need attention from Swedish Welfare Authorities.

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