Immediate Effect of Mental Practice on Performance of a Neurodynamic Skill in Physiotherapy Students: A Randomized Control Trial.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kajal Uday Chheda ◽  
Isha Akulwar-Tajane
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Control Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Mental Practice ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Physical Practice ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Randomized Control ◽  
Physiotherapy Students

Abstract Background Mental Practice (MP), "the cognitive rehearsal of a task in the absence of overt physical movement," has been used successfully in teaching and rehearsing complex psychomotor tasks in several domains, including sports; music; and recently, in surgical skills acquisition. This study investigates the implementation of MP on performance of a neurodynamic skill in third year undergraduate Physiotherapy students. Method: It was a randomized control trial (single-blind) conducted in a Physiotherapy institute. A convenient sample of 40 III year undergraduate students who were novice for the topic were recruited. Some important preliminary steps involved development and validation of the tools used in the study viz. an audio script to guide mental imagery practice and an OSPE checklist to assess the outcome. The OSPE checklist was procedural specific for ULNT-1 and included stations for cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains. A neurodynamic skill (ULNT-1 Median nerve) was taught to all the students (n = 38, 2 drop outs) by a teacher as a didactic lecture followed by physical practice which was supervised and guided by the same teacher. After randomization, the intervention group (n = 19) received MP guided by a structured audio script as a single session for 20 minutes delivered to all the participants together in a group. The control group participants (n = 19) intended to serve as a basis of comparison and received no intervention. Pre- and post-intervention assessment was done by a set of examiners who were blinded to the intervention. Comparative analysis was done within the group using Wilcoxon sign rank test and between the groups using unpaired t test. Results MP group showed significant improvement in cognitive, psychomotor, affective domain and total score of OSPE post intervention whereas the control group did not show significant difference except for the total score. Between group comparison showed significant differences in all the domains and total score in favor of the MP group. Also, the extent of improvement (effect size calculated using Cohen’s d) was more in the mental practice group than in the control group. Conclusion MP as an adjunct to physical practice is a time-and cost-effective strategy to augment traditional training and enhance performance of a neurodynamic skill in Physiotherapy students. This preliminary evidence supported by robust scientific base and ease of integration should facilitate adoption of MP in Physiotherapy education. We recommend future studies to further explore the potential of this promising tool.

scholarly journals The Effect of Aerobic Walking on Sleep Quality, Stress and Life Satisfaction: A Longitudinal Analysis a Randomized Control Trial

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Feifei Wang
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Longitudinal Analysis ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Randomized Control Trial ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Randomized Control

Abstract BackgroundThis study aimed to evaluate the longitudinal effects of a randomized control trial about a goal-setting aerobic walking intervention conducted among sedentary young adults.MethodsA 4-week daily aerobic walking (a. continually walking for at least 10 minutes; b. walk at least 60 steps per minute.) intervention was conducted to examine its effectiveness on sleep quality, stress and life satisfaction. Fifty-four participants aged 19–36 years old were assigned into two groups randomly (i.e. intervention group, control group). Sleep quality, stress and life satisfaction were assessed at baseline, post intervention and four weeks after the intervention by a battery of questionnaires. Omron HJ-112 pedometer and daily diary were used to facilitate the intervention process.ResultsThe comparison between intervention group and control group did not show significant difference in terms of sleep quality, stress and life satisfaction after intervention. Repeated measures ANOVA showed significant longitudinal effect with regard to stress (p = 0.03). Sleep quality was improved close to statistical significance (p = 0.06). Longitudinal analysis reported that the aerobic walking effect pertaining to life satisfaction rather than stress and sleep quality (p = 0.05).ConclusionsAerobic walking is an effective exercise for stress and sleep. Further studies are suggested to explore feasible intervention strategies that could bring long-term effectiveness to health.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04427696. Registered 11June 2020- retrospectively registered, https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04427696?cntry=HU&city=Budapest&draw=2&rank=1

scholarly journals Effect of “Spatially Separated Speech in Noise Training” on speech perception in noise in children with bimodal fitting

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Younes Lotfi ◽  
Mahdieh Hasanalifard ◽  
Abdollah Moossavi ◽  
Enayatollah Bakhshi ◽  
Mohammad Ajalloueyan
Keyword(s):  
Speech Perception ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Auditory Training ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Interventional Study ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Speech Perception In Noise ◽  
Speech In Noise ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Recognition Ability

Abstract Background The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of “Spatially separated speech in noise” auditory training on the ability of speech perception in noise among bimodal fitting users. The assumption was that the rehabilitation can enhance spatial hearing and hence speech in noise perception. This study was an interventional study, with a pre/post-design. Speech recognition ability was assessed with the specific tests. After performing the rehabilitation stages in the intervention group, the speech tests were again implemented, and by comparing the pre- and post-intervention data, the effect of auditory training on the speech abilities was assessed. Twenty-four children of 8–12 years who had undergone cochlear implantation and continuously used bimodal fitting were investigated in two groups of control and intervention. Results The results showed a significant difference between the groups in different speech tests after the intervention, which indicated that the intervention group have improved more than the control group. Conclusion It can be concluded that “Spatially separated speech in noise” auditory training can improve the speech perception in noise in bimodal fitting users. In general, this rehabilitation method is useful for enhancing the speech in noise perception ability.

scholarly journals Perceptions of caregivers on immunization in Ntungamo district, Uganda

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 5729
Author(s):  
Byamukama Topher ◽  
Keraka M. Margaret ◽  
Gitonga Eliphas
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Systematic Sampling ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
And Control

Background: Immunization is one of the most cost-effective public health interventions to reduce child mortality and morbidity associated with infectious diseases. The objective of this study was to determine the perceptions of caregivers on immunization in Ntungamo district.Methods: Quasi-experimental study was used with health centres assigned to intervention and control groups. Purposive sampling was used to select the two counties where the study was done. Proportional sampling was done to get study samples from each health facility, while systematic sampling was done to get study participants. A total of 787 children from twelve health facilities provided the study sample. A post intervention evaluation was conducted to determine the effect of these interventions. Association of variables was tested using Mann Whitney U-test and Chi-square.Results: On benefits, most caregivers in the intervention group (85.3%) and in the control group (54.3%) regarded immunization as very highly and moderately beneficial to their children respectively. On risks, most caregivers in the intervention group (85.5%) and control group (43.1%) regarded the risk factor associated with immunization as very low and moderate respectively. From hypothesis testing, there was a significant difference on the perceived benefits and risks of immunization between the intervention and control group.Conclusions: Most caregivers in the intervention and control group regarded immunization as very highly beneficial and moderately to their children respectively. Most of the caregivers in the intervention and control group regarded the risk factor associated with immunization as very low and moderate respectively. 

Effects of thoracic spine manipulation on pressure pain sensitivity of rhomboid muscle active trigger points: a randomized control trial

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Bibi Haleema ◽  
Huma Riaz
Keyword(s):  
Thoracic Spine ◽  
Randomized Control Trial ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Trigger Points ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Pressure Sensitivity ◽  
Myofascial Trigger Points ◽  
Pain Pressure Threshold ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Randomized Control

Abstract Objective: The objective of study was to determine the effects of thoracic spine manipulation on interscapular pain and pain pressure sensitivity, thoracic mobility and disability due to active myofascial trigger points in rhomboid muscle. Methods: A randomized control trial was conducted at Women Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences Abbottabad, from July to December 2019.Ethical permission was taken fromResearch ethical committee of Riphah international university Islamabad. Participants were selected through non-probability purposive sampling technique as per inclusion criteria. It consisted of 60 participants with forward head posture having active trigger points in rhomboid muscle, with age ranging from 18 to 30 years. The participants were randomly allocated through sealed envelope method into two groups that are experimental and control. Experimental group has received thoracic manipulation along with conventional physical therapy (CPT) whereas control group has only received CPT including manual pressure release and therapeutic exercise. Intervention was applied with 2 sessions / week with 3 weeks in total. Pre and Post assessment was done with outcome measurement tools comprised of Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS) for pain severity, Algometry for pain pressure threshold(PPT), Inclinometer for Range of movement(ROM) and Neck disability index (NDI) for associated disability. Data analysis was done using SPSS-20 version. Results: Between group analysis has shown significant improvement of pain & pain pressure sensitivity with p value <0.01 and <0.05 respectively. All outcome measures have shown significant difference in pre post treatment (p<.000) in both groups. Continuous...

Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention to Participation in Physical Activity: A quasi-experimental model-based study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saeideh Shahsavari ◽  
Sakineh dadipoor ◽  
Mohtasham Ghaffari ◽  
Ali Safari-Moradabadi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Stages Of Change ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
T Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental

Abstract Background: The aim of the present study was to assess readiness to become or stay physically active according to the Stages of Change Model.Methods: The present quasi-experimental study was conducted on 100 women working in the healthcare centres of Bandar Abbas, Iran. The sampling method is clustering in type. The subjects were assigned into two groups of intervention and control. The collected data were analysed by SPSS-16 software using descriptive and inferential statistics, including independent-sample t-test, paired-sample t-test and Chi-square test.Results: Before the educational intervention, 19 subjects (0.38%) from the intervention group showed to have regular physical activity (4-5 stages). This number changed to 29 (0.58%) and 25 (0.50%) after three months and six months of intervention. A statistically significant difference was found before the intervention and 3 and 6 months afterwards (P˂.001). In the control group, no statistically significant difference was found between the pre-intervention and post-intervention (three months (P=.351) and six months (P=.687).Conclusion: The educational intervention based on the stages of behaviour change model showed to be effective in promoting the physical activity of employed women. These findings may benefit health education researchers and practitioners who tend to develop innovative theory-based interventions and strategies to increase the level of physical activity in women.

Effect of Pressure Injury Prevention Guides Used In a Pediatric Intensive Care

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 249-255
Author(s):  
Gülzade Uysal ◽  
Duygu Sönmez Düzkaya ◽  
Tülay Yakut ◽  
Gülçin Bozkurt
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care ◽  
Treatment Group ◽  
Injury Prevention ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Pediatric Intensive Care ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Pressure Injury ◽  
Pressure Injury Prevention

The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of a pressure injury prevention guide used in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) on the occurrence of pressure injuries. The design is a pre-post intervention with a control group and a prospective intervention group. Pressure injuries occurred on 9.4% of children in the nontreatment group, and in 3.6% of children in the treatment group. There was a statistically significant difference in the occurrence of pressure injuries between the nontreatment group and the treatment group ( p = .033). The average Braden Q pressure injury score was 12.20 ± 2.280 at the beginning of the intensive care hospitalization, and 13.73 ± 3.312 at discharge in the treatment group ( p < .001). The results show that the risk of pressure injuries was reduced and pressure injuries occurred later when an evidence-based pressure injury prevention guide was used.

scholarly journals The Effect of the Nursing Care Model Based on Culture to Improve the Care of Malnourished Madurese Children in Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 1220-1225
Author(s):  
Abdul Aziz Alimul Hidayat ◽  
Musrifatul Uliyah
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Values ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Parenting Practices ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Care Model ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Quasi Experimental

AIM: The purpose of this study is to analyse the usage of nursing care model based on culture to improve parenting practices related to malnutrition among Madurese children. METHODS: This study uses a quasi-experimental design and a purposive sample of 102 respondents from families with toddlers who suffered from nutritional deficiency. The sample consisted of an intervention group (n = 51) and a control group (n = 51). Data were collected using a questionnaire and weight measurement. RESULTS: A t-test found a difference between all of the variables of care, including health technology utilization, when comparing the following variables between the intervention group and the control group (t = 14.12, p < 0.001), beliefs and philosophy (t = 10.20, p < 0.001), cultural values and lifestyle (t = 13.63, p < 0.001), economic reasons (t = 0.20, p = 0.837), nursing action response based on culture (t = 11.28, p < 0.001), and care behaviors for children (t = 16.43, p < 0.001). The Wilcoxon signed-rank test found a difference between pre-intervention nursing care model based on culture and post-intervention nursing care model based on culture regarding the variable malnutrition status (t = 16.43, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: This study found that the application of nursing care model based on culture affects care practices. Nursing care model based on culture can be applied to families with toddlers who are malnourished because of the lack of a culture of care.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Perceptions and Practices of Malaysian Hajj Pilgrims for Prevention of Influenza-like illness (ILI) in 2013 Hajj Season

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Salmuna ZN ◽  
Hashim S ◽  
Hasan H ◽  
Abdul Aziz A ◽  
Nyi NN ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Randomized Control ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
Hygiene Compliance ◽  
Hajj Season ◽  
Perception Score

Introduction: Influenza-like illnesses (ILI) were defined as a triad of cough, sore throat and fever. The aim of this study is to determine the changes in knowledge, perceptions and practices towards preventive measures of succumbing to ILI before and after hajj among Malaysian hajj pilgrims. Methodology: An openlabeled randomized control trial study performed on five hundred Malaysian hajj pilgrims in the year 2013. After validated pre-hajj questionnaires completed, 250 subjects were given health education, benzalkonium -based handrub and demonstration of the handrub usage together with pamphlets and labelled as an intervention group. Another 250 subjects from another flight batch were given the same questionnaires without health education with unmedicated hand lotion as a control group. The knowledge, perception, practices and compliances to the handrub practice in both groups were compared with the pre-hajj results. Results: No significant difference between pre and post hajj knowledge and practice among hajj pilgrims in intervention group. Pre hajj perception score [ M (IQR) = 30 (5.00), Z= -2.441, p < 0.05 ] is much higher compared to post hajj perception [ M (IQR) = 29 (6.00), Z = -2.441, p < O.O5 ]. No significant difference between pre and post hajj knowledge, perception and practices among hajj pilgrims in control group. Hand hygiene compliance was not improved with provision of health education and free handrub supply. Conclusion: No significant changes in knowledge, perceptions and practices of Malaysian hajj pilgrims pre and post-hajj in both groups. Provision of handrub did not improved hajj pilgrims compliance.

scholarly journals The impact of a peer-based education on fruits and vegetables intake among housewives

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Roya Sheybani ◽  
Zahra Hosseini ◽  
Sayed Hossein Davoodi ◽  
Teamur Aghamolaei ◽  
Amin Ghanbarnejad
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Evidence indicates the lower intake of fruits and vegetables than the recommended daily amount. Study aimed at determining the effects of peer education intervention on the consumption of fruits and vegetable in housewives. Methods A quasi-experimental was conducted with 130 housewives referring to health care centers in Bandar Abbas, Iran. Sixty-five subjects were recruited in each of the intervention and the control groups. Intervention group were divided into three subgroups each receiving a seven-sessions educational programs (lecturing and group discussion) through peers about the importance of benefits of fruits and vegetables consumption. Participants were followed for two months. Data were collected using a questionnaire in two stages of pre- and post-intervention. Differences in the outcome before and after the intervention were tested using T-test and paired T-test. Results The daily servings of fruits and vegetables in the intervention group increased from 1.73 to 4.20 and in the control group from 1.96 to 2.16; a statistically significant difference was also observed between the groups (P < 0.001). After the intervention benefits and self-efficacy of fruits and vegetables consumption significantly increased and perceived barriers of fruits and vegetables consumption significantly decreased in the intervention group (P < 0.001). Conclusion Peer education improves benefits and self-efficacy, reduces barriers, and increases the daily servings of fruits and vegetables in housewives.

scholarly journals Pemberian Minuman dan Cookies Galohgor Terhadap Kadar Blood Urea Nitrogen (Bun) dan Kreatinin Plasma Penderita Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Laeli Nur hasanah ◽  
Katrin Roosita ◽  
Rimbawan
Keyword(s):  
Blood Urea Nitrogen ◽  
Randomized Control Trial ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Urea Nitrogen ◽  
Randomized Control ◽  
Single Blind ◽  
Type 2 Diabetic ◽  
Different Levels

The aim of this research was to analyze the effect of drinks and cookies contained Galohgor extract on Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine plasma in type 2 diabetic subjects. This study used single blind Randomized Control Trial (RCT) with cross-over design applied on 11 type 2 diabetic subjects in Cikarawang, Babakan and Balumbang Jaya Village-Dramaga, Bogor District, West Java. Each subject received powdered drinks and cookies contained Galohgor extract 2 grams/day (1 gram of Galohgor extract in the form of drink 8 grams and 1 gram of Galohgor extract in the form of cookies 24 grams) and without Galohgor extract (control) for 38 days treatment with four wash-out period between treatment periods. BUN and creatinine levels were conducted by plasma blood sample at pre and post intervention. The result showed that the different levels of BUN between post and pre intervention for Galohgor group compared to control group were -4,9±11,2 mg/dL and -9,6±12,5 mg/dL (p>0,05). The different levels of creatinine between post and pre intervention for Galohgor group compared to control group were -0,1±0,2 mg/dL and -0,1±0,2 mg/dL (p>0,05). Therefore, drinks and cookies contained Galohgor extract 2 gram/day does not affect the BUN and creatinine level of type 2 diabetic subjects. Abstrak : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh minuman dan cookies Galohgor terhadap kadar Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) dan kadar kreatinin plasma penderita DM tipe 2. Jenis penelitian ini adalah single blind Randomized Control Trial (RCT) dengan desain cross-over pada 11 subjek DM tipe 2 yang dilakukan di desa Cikarawang, Babakan dan Balumbang Jaya, Kecamatan Dramaga, Kabupaten Bogor, Jawa Barat. Masing-masing subjek mendapatkan  minuman dan cookies yang mengandung ekstrak Galohgor  sebesar 2 gram/hari (1 gram ekstrak Galohgor dalam bentuk 8 gram minuman serbuk dan 1 gram ekstrak Galohgor dalam bentuk 24 gram cookies) dan minuman serbuk dan cookies tanpa ekstrak Galohgor (kontrol) selama 38 hari dengan empat bulan periode wash-out antar perlakuan. Kadar BUN dan kreatinin dikumpulkan dari sampel plasma darah pada sebelum dan setelah intervensi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan rata-rata selisih kadar BUN pada kelompok Galohgor dibandingkan dengan kelompok kontrol yaitu -4,9±11,2 mg/dL dan -9,6±12,5 mg/dL (p>0,05). Kadar kreatinin pada kelompok Galohgor dibandingkan dengan kelompok Galohgor yaitu -0,1±0,2 mg/dL dan -0,1±0,2 mg/dL (p>0,05). Oleh karena itu, pemberian minuman dan cookies yang mengandung ekstrak Galohgor 2 gram/hari tidak berpengaruh terhadap kadar ureum dan kreatinin penderita DM tipe 2.

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