scholarly journals Limb length discrepancy and gait parameters of amateur football players in Lagos State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
ASHIYAT KEHINDE AKODU ◽  
Oluwatomisin Adeoye Oluwatomisin Adeoye Akindele
Keyword(s):  
Limb Length Discrepancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Limb Length ◽  
Football Players ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Length Discrepancy ◽  
Abnormal Gait ◽  
Gait Parameters ◽  
Lagos State ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Football is a widely played sport globally. Limb length discrepancies have been found to be common among football players and these may lead to abnormal gait. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between limb length discrepancy (LLD) and gait parameters of amateur football players in Lagos State, Nigeria. Methods: Eighty-nine amateur football players participated in the cross-sectional study. They were recruited from different stadia in Lagos State. Limb length and gait parameters were measured using tape and footprint measurements. Results: The prevalence of real limb length discrepancy among the participants was 75% (n = 67). The results of this study showed that the right leg was the shorter leg in 60% (n = 53) of the participants. There was no significant correlation between gait parameters and limb length measurement. Conclusion: Although limb length discrepancy is common among amateur football players in Lagos State, the relationship between limb length and gait parameters is weak.

scholarly journals Gait parameters in a sample of healthy Colombian adults aged between 18 and 25 years: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 68 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
José Ricardo Duque-Ramírez ◽  
Jose David Velez-Uribe ◽  
Nicolas Eugenio Gómez-Suárez ◽  
Ruben Dario Manrique-Hernández
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Reference Values ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Abnormal Gait ◽  
Gait Parameters ◽  
Spatial Parameters ◽  
Temporal And Spatial ◽  
Infrared Cameras

Introduction: Gait analysis is fundamental for assessing the functional capacity and motor skills of any individual, therefore a reliable and specific analysis method is required to study gait in different populations. However, the reference values of gait parameters currently used in Colombia used gait parameters come from studies conducted on population groups from other countries or regions. Objective: To identify the reference values of gait kinematic parameters in healthy Colombian young adults. Materials and methods: A quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted. The sample consisted of 155 Colombian young adults (aged 18 to 25). Temporal and spatial parameters and kinematics data of each participant were measured through 3D motion capture, which was performed using 8 infrared cameras (Bonita 10) and the VICON NEXUS 1.8.5. software. POLYGON 4.1. software was used for data analysis, and statistical analysis was performed using the STATA 12.1. software package. Results: Average age, height and BMI were 20.3 years, 1.66m and 21.91T kg/m2, respectively. 41.29% of participants were male. The average values obtained for the step rate, stride time, speed and initial swing temporal and spatial parameters were as follows: 103 steps/min, 1.16 seconds, 1.01 m/s, and 59.62% of the gait cycle (both sides), respectively. Conclusion: Normal gait kinematic and temporal and spatial parameters of a group of healthy Colombian young adults were obtained, which will allow establishing the characteristics of abnormal gait in this population, improving intervention strategies, and designing and implementing technical aids aimed at improving locomotion in Colombian individuals.

scholarly journals Treatment outcomes of congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia at Beit Cure International Hospital in Blantyre, Malawi

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 109-118
Author(s):  
Inyas L. Akaro ◽  
Kyle James ◽  
Linda Chokotho ◽  
David Burgess ◽  
Nyengo Mkandawire ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Outcomes ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Limb Length Discrepancy ◽  
Limb Length ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Foot And Ankle ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Length Discrepancy ◽  
Congenital Pseudarthrosis ◽  
Intramedullary Rodding

Background: Congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia (CPT) is a rare condition. The natural history of CPT includes persistent instability and progressive deformity. Several CPT treatment methods have been practiced, however, in Africa where there is scarce information on the modalities of treatment available and their outcomes. Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study which was conducted among patients with CPT at Beit Cure International Hospital (BCIH), Malawi. Forty-four patients were recruited in this study and their treatment modalities and outcomes were analyzed. Results: Out of 44 patients recruited in this study, majority (63.6%) were male. The majority of cases were stage 4 congenital tibia pseudarthrosis by Crawford classification. Most patients were treated by more than one surgical modality; however, surgical excision and intramedullary rodding was commonly used (54.7%). The outcomes of treatment were good in 5%, fair in 30%, with amputation in 45% and poor outcomes in 20% of the patients. Complications developed in 60% of patients, predominated by limb length discrepancy. The foot and ankle status were rated by Oxford Foot and Ankle scoring system (OxFAQ). Conclusions: Congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia is a complex congenital disorder with multiple modalities of treatment. Majority of the patients were treated by more than one operation. Some patients ended up with amputation or poor outcome. Limb length discrepancy, deep infection and pin tract infection are among the common complications. Keywords: congenital pseudarthrosis; tibia; treatment outcomes; Malawi

Coping Style as a Mediator of the Relationship Between Depressive Symptoms and Deliberate Self-Harm

Crisis ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 32 (5) ◽  
pp. 272-279 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allison S. Christian ◽  
Kristen M. McCabe
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Deliberate Self Harm ◽  
Self Blame ◽  
Self Harm ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Deliberate self-harm (DSH) occurs with high frequency among clinical and nonclinical youth populations. Although depression has been consistently linked with the behavior, not all depressed individuals engage in DSH. Aims: The current study examined maladaptive coping strategies (i.e., self-blame, distancing, and self-isolation) as mediators between depression and DSH among undergraduate students. Methods: 202 students from undergraduate psychology courses at a private university in Southern California (77.7% women) completed anonymous self-report measures. Results: A hierarchical regression model found no differences in DSH history across demographic variables. Among coping variables, self-isolation alone was significantly related to DSH. A full meditational model was supported: Depressive symptoms were significantly related to DSH, but adding self-isolation to the model rendered the relationship nonsignificant. Limitations: The cross-sectional study design prevents determination of whether a casual relation exists between self-isolation and DSH, and obscures the direction of that relationship. Conclusions: Results suggest targeting self-isolation as a means of DSH prevention and intervention among nonclinical, youth populations.

IDENTIFIKASI SERTA HUBUNGAN KONSTRUKSI SUMUR GALI TERHADAP KANDUNGAN COLIFORM PADA AIR SUMUR GALI DI DUSUN JIKEN KABUPATEN LOMBOK TIMUR

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 115
Author(s):  
Dini Yuliansari
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Coliform Bacteria ◽  
Well Water ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Variable ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Dug Wells ◽  
Dug Well ◽  
The Relationship

The well is one of the source water used for bathing, washing, and drinking by the citizens in Jiken Hamlet, Rarang Village, Terara Sub-District. Poor dug well construction conditions can affect the amount of coliform bacteria contained in the dug well water. The purpose of this study is to identify the construction of dug wells and the content of coliform bacteria in dug well water and determine the relationship between dug well construction and the content of coliform bacteria. This research is analytic with a cross sectional study design. The results were obtained from 11 samples of dug wells which were observed in construction and the coliform content was known that all samples did not requirements as good dug well construction. Coliform content test results showed that as many as 5 dug well water samples did not pass the clean water quality standards. The results of data analysis with the chi-square test variable construction of dug wells with coliform content variable  showed 0,172 > 0,05, then the concluded is the dug well not suitable to use by people in that area as a source of water for daily needs.

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