scholarly journals Post-Activation Potentiation in Strength Training: A Systematic Review of the Scientific Literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 78 (1) ◽  
pp. 141-150
Author(s):  
Arkaitz Garbisu-Hualde ◽  
Jordan Santos-Concejero
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Strength Training ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Strength Performance ◽  
Potentiation Effect ◽  
Minimum Intensity ◽  
The Ideal

Abstract This review aimed to determine the ideal combination of post activation potentiation (PAP) strategies for an improved strength performance. After analysing 202 articles, 15 studies met the inclusion criteria. The findings of this review suggest that a potentiation effect exists as long as a minimum intensity and enough rest are provided. Although intensities of 65% 1RM are sufficient to elicit a potentiation effect, higher effects can be achieved with 85 - 90% 1RM intensities. Similarly, we found that experienced athletes will benefit more from a higher volume bout (1-3 sets), as long as 7-8 minutes of rest are allowed to avoid fatigue.

scholarly journals The Research of Standardized Protocols for Dog Involvement in Animal-Assisted Therapy: A Systematic Review

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 2576
Author(s):  
Antonio Santaniello ◽  
Susanne Garzillo ◽  
Serena Cristiano ◽  
Alessandro Fioretti ◽  
Lucia Francesca Menna
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Animal Assisted Therapy ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Important Species ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
And Training

Dogs are considered the most important species involved in animal-assisted therapy (AAT), and the scientific literature focuses on the benefits linked to the involvement of dogs in various therapeutic areas. In this study, we carried out a systematic review according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, exploring the scientific literature from the last 5 years (2016–2021) on three databases (PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science) to highlight the characteristics of the dogs involved in AATs. Based on the scientific literature relevant to such dogs, we considered different parameters (i.e., number, age, sex, breed, temperament, methods of choice and training, health status, research goals, and activities with dogs) to include studies in our paper. After screening 4331 papers identified on the searched databases, we selected 38 articles that met the inclusion criteria. Analysis of the included articles showed that the characteristics of the dogs were neglected. Our findings indicated a lack of information about the dogs, as well as the absence of standardized and univocal criteria for dog selection, training programs, and health protocols.

scholarly journals Nandrolone Decanoate: Use, Abuse and Side Effects

Medicina ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 56 (11) ◽  
pp. 606
Author(s):  
Federico Giuseppe Patanè ◽  
Aldo Liberto ◽  
Andreana Nicoletta Maria Maglitto ◽  
Pasquale Malandrino ◽  
Massimiliano Esposito ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
English Language ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Reproductive Organs ◽  
Nandrolone Decanoate ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Pubmed Database ◽  
Study Results

Background and Objectives: Androgens play a significant role in the development of male reproductive organs. The clinical use of synthetic testosterone derivatives, such as nandrolone, is focused on maximizing the anabolic effects and minimizing the androgenic ones. Class II anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS), including nandrolone, are rapidly becoming a widespread group of drugs used both clinically and illicitly. The illicit use of AAS is diffused among adolescent and bodybuilders because of their anabolic proprieties and their capacity to increase tolerance to exercise. This systematic review aims to focus on side effects related to illicit AAS abuse, evaluating the scientific literature in order to underline the most frequent side effects on AAS abusers’ bodies. Materials and Methods: A systematic review of the scientific literature was performed using the PubMed database and the keywords “nandrolone decanoate”. The inclusion criteria for articles or abstracts were English language and the presence of the following words: “abuse” or “adverse effects”. After applying the exclusion and inclusion criteria, from a total of 766 articles, only 148 were considered eligible for the study. Results: The most reported adverse effects (found in more than 5% of the studies) were endocrine effects (18 studies, 42%), such as virilization, gynecomastia, hormonal disorders, dyslipidemia, genital alterations, and infertility; cardiovascular dysfunctions (six studies, 14%) such as vascular damage, coagulation disorders, and arteriosus hypertension; skin disorders (five studies, 12%) such as pricking, acne, and skin spots; psychiatric and mood disorders (four studies, 9%) such as aggressiveness, sleep disorders and anxiety; musculoskeletal disorders (two studies, 5%), excretory disorders (two studies, 5%), and gastrointestinal disorders (two studies, 5%). Conclusions: Based on the result of our study, the most common adverse effects secondary to the abuse of nandrolone decanoate (ND) involve the endocrine, cardiovascular, skin, and psychiatric systems. These data could prove useful to healthcare professionals in both sports and clinical settings.

scholarly journals Anthropometric characteristics of rhythmic gymnasts

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-44
Author(s):  
Jelena Lukić ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Scientific Journals ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Rhythmic Gymnastics ◽  
Anthropometric Characteristics ◽  
Rhythmic Gymnasts ◽  
Sports Selection

In esthetic sports, such as rhythmic gymnastics, body size and body composition can directly affect performance and outcome. The aim of this study was to identify anthropometric characteristics and to notice their impact on the prediction of higher performance in rhythmic gymnastics. For the needs of this review, scientific literature was analyzed from prestigious scientific journals. This systematic review included available data from the following databases: Google Scholar, Springer, PubMed, Europe PMC and research databases. Studies with the following criteria were included: anthropometric characteristics, profile or status and somatic constitution, body composition, somatotypes and morphological models, factors influencing performance and the level of the performance (reliability), and being published in English and Serbian language. Out of total 52 studies, reviewed 9 studies met the inclusion criteria. Based on the findings of the present study it could be concluded that anthropometric characteristics are an important item on the basis of which talent identification, sports selection and programming of training and nutrition plan is performed.

Breast-feeding

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Mark Beattie ◽  
Anil Dhawan ◽  
John W.L. Puntis
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Gastrointestinal Disease ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
World Health ◽  
Exclusive Breast Feeding ◽  
The World ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Ideal

Benefits of breast-feeding 25Breast-feeding basics 26Contraindications to breast-feeding 27Promotion of breast-feeding 28Breast milk is the ideal food for infants. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breast-feeding for at least the first 6 months of life. Until March 2001, the WHO recommended exclusive breast-feeding only for the first 4–6 months of life. This change in policy was based on a systematic review of the published scientific literature which highlighted a protective effect of prolonged breast-feeding against gastrointestinal disease, and confirmed health benefits to mothers. The applicability of these findings to developed countries has been questioned....

scholarly journals A Systematic Review of the Literature Regarding Physical, Cognitive and Emotional Outcomes in Older Adults Practitioners of Physical Exercise

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miguel Ángel Araque-Martínez ◽  
Eva María Artés-Rodríguez ◽  
Antonio Jesús Casimiro-Andújar ◽  
Pedro Jesús Ruiz-Montero
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Strength Performance ◽  
Healthy Older Adults ◽  
Emotional Outcomes ◽  
Type Of Exercise

Abstract Background: This systematic review provides an overview about those papers with a specific physical exercise intervention aimed to improve physical, cognitive and/or emotional outcomes in healthy older people aged 60 or over. Studies with no intervention whose sample were active healthy older adults were also included.Methods: An exhaustive literature search was done through two databases, including studies from January 2000 to July 2020. Results: Of the 2006 identified records, 66 met the inclusion criteria and were selected. Results from the review showed a wide variety of older adults and lengths of the interventions, from five weeks (the shortest one) to five years. Aerobic exercise, either isolated or combined with strength performance, was also the most common type of exercise recognized in this systematic review.Conclusions: Findings also suggest that the number of studies with all, physical, cognitive and emotional outcomes have been increasing during recent years in healthy older adults.

scholarly journals Ocular involvment of coronavirus disease (COVID-19): A systematic review of conjunctival swab results

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 118
Author(s):  
Indra Tri Mahayana ◽  
Natalia Christina Angsana ◽  
Muhammad Zhafran Ayyasy ◽  
Anastasya Sondang Hutajulu ◽  
Suhardjo Suhardjo
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Ocular Surface ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Chain Reaction ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Ocular Manifestations ◽  
Pubmed Database ◽  
Conjunctival Swab ◽  
Polymerase Chain

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a pandemic disease which is caused by the latest discovered coronavirus. Conjunctivitis is allegedly the first presentation of COVID-19 since it can spread by aerosol contact with the conjunctiva. The present study aimed to systematically review the employment of conjunctival swab with Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction in detecting SARS-Cov-2. The research is a systematic review of the published scientific literature on findings of conjunctival swab of COVID-19 from PUBMED database and other additional sources (i.e: Google Scholar). The search method was done using “COVID-19 OR coronavirus OR SARS-COV2, AND conjunctivitis, AND ocular manifestations, AND conjunctival swab” as keywords. Inclusion criteria were any papers that related to the entered keywords and have conjunctival swab as a reported outcome. Letters, reviews, and editorials describing other studies reporting COVID-19 and conjunctival swab were excluded. Only four research papers were found and included in the literature review. From the four current research papers, positive SARS-CoV-2 results were yielded from 0-5.26% of conjunctival swab specimens. In conclusion, although the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus on the ocular surface remains unclear, the prevention of infection transmission through an ocular surface is mandatory by wearing goggles (or shield), mask (N-95 recommended) and gown.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Internship Training in Nursing: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Kaplan ◽  
Handan Alan
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Nurse Managers ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Classical Education ◽  
Practice Models ◽  
Education School ◽  
First Time ◽  
Internship Training

Aim: Purpose of this current study is to evaluate the results of studies involving shareholder evaluations about the internship training program, one of the clinical practice models in nursing. Method: The study was carried out as a systematic review using the keywords “intörn”, “intern”, “hemşire” from the host databases of Google Scholar, Dergi Park Academic, Ulakbim and EBSCO between September 2019-August 2020. Results: In the screenings performed, 1112 studies were reached, and a total of 10 articles that fully met the inclusion criteria were included in the review. All of the articles reviewed were in descriptive type, and the researchers created data collection forms themselves in line with the scientific literature. In most of the studies (60%), evaluation of the internship model applied for the first time was aimed, one study focused on problems of the model and in another, classical education was compared with internship practices. Conclusion: In all the studies examined, it was determined that internship training had beneficial contributions, together with positive assessments about the practice and suggestions for its continuity. In terms of strengthening student education, school-hospital cooperation is needed and therefore all shareholders, especially the nurse managers have an important role in the organization.

scholarly journals Hydroxicloroquine, What is the Role of the Drug in the Treatment of COVID-19? A Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 7-22
Author(s):  
Eliza Miranda Ramos ◽  
Francisco José Mendes dos Reis ◽  
Gilberto Gonçalves Facco ◽  
Emerson Luiz Lima Araújo ◽  
Igor Domingos de Souza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Emerging Virus ◽  
Severe Respiratory Infection ◽  
The Ideal

Introduction: Coronaviruses (COVID-19) is an emerging virus with severe respiratory infection. Despite several efforts, so far there is no medicine to fight it and use it as the ideal treatment. OBJECTIVES: This study aims to describe the role of hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of patients with COVID-19 and thus present its benefits in the respective doses. Methodology: The methodology used was the systematic review with meta-analysis. Results: From the reading of the 75 papers found, only three articles were excluded for not presenting a complete abstract, 65 were excluded for not presenting eligibility according to the inclusion criteria, 01 was excluded for reaching a methodological score below 20 points in Down and Black (1998) and ending the process of inclusion of the articles, only 06 articles were included and included 894 patients. Conclusion: Despite the small number of published articles, this meta-analysis found that the use of hydroxychloroquine as an adjunct therapy in the follow-up of COVID-19 in patients with mild to severe clinical signs brings benefits and avoids hospitalization in intensive care.

Adverse Effects of Natural Products: A Brief Pre-Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 01 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carla Pires ◽  
Ana Fernandes
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Adverse Event ◽  
Natural Products ◽  
Adverse Events ◽  
In Vitro Study ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Meta Analyses

Background: Natural products are commonly used for treating health problems. These products may be associated with adverse events, which are defined as "noxious and unintended response to a medicinal product" by the European Medicine Agency. Objectives: To identify studies describing at least one adverse event (or with potential to promote an adverse event) related to the use of natural products, as well as to describe the involved product(s) and adverse event(s). Methods: A pre-systematic review following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses criteria. Keywords: "natural product(s)" and ["adverse drug reaction(s)" or "adverse effect(s)"]. Screened databases: PubMed, SciELO, DOAJ and Google Scholar. Inclusion criteria: papers describing at least one adverse event associated with the use of natural products and published between 2017 and 2019. Exclusion criteria: Repeated studies, reviews and papers written in other languages than English, Portuguese, French or Spanish. Results: 104 studies were identified (20 PubMed; 0 SciELO; 2 DOAJ; 82 Google Scholar), but only 10 were selected (4 PubMed and 6 Google Scholar): 1 in-vitro study; 2 non-clinical studies, 1 study reporting in-vitro and clinical data and 5 studies were cases reports. Globally, 997 reports of adverse drug reactions with natural products were identified, mainly non-severe cases. Conclusion: Since a limited number of studies was found, we conclude that adverse events due to natural products may be underreported, or natural products may have a good safety profile. This review contributes for assuring the safety of natural products consumers, by evaluating the knowledge/information on the potential adverse events and interactions of these products.

scholarly journals Impact of Vibration on the Levels of Biomarkers: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 030157422110195
Author(s):  
Ashish Agrawal ◽  
TM Chou
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Tooth Movement ◽  
Orthodontic Tooth Movement ◽  
Cochrane Collaboration ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Electronic Search ◽  
Proquest Dissertation

Introduction: The objective of this systematic review is to assess the effect of vibrational force on biomarkers for orthodontic tooth movement. Methods: An electronic search was conducted for relevant studies (up to December 31, 2020) on the following databases: Pubmed, Google scholar, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Wiley Library, and ProQuest Dissertation Abstracts and Thesis database. Hand searching of selected orthodontic journals was also undertaken. The selected studies were assessed for the risk of bias in Cochrane collaboration risk of bias tool. The “traffic plot” and “weighted plot” risk of bias distribution are designed in the RoB 2 tool. The 2 authors extracted the data and analyzed it. Results: Six studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. The risks of biases were high for 4, low and some concern for other 2 studies. The biomarkers, medium, device, frequency and duration of device, as well as other data were extracted. The outcomes of the studies were found to be heterogenous. Conclusion: One study showed highly statistically significant levels of IL-1 beta with <.001. Rate of tooth movement was correlated with levels of released biomarkers under the influence of vibrational force in 3 studies, but it was found to be significant only in 1 study. It was further observed that vibration does not have any significant reduction in pain and discomfort.

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