scholarly journals Prevalence of forward head posture and its impact on the activity of daily living among students of Adesh University – A cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 99-102
Author(s):  
Sutantar Singh ◽  
Kavita Kaushal ◽  
Smriti Jasrotia
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Activity Of Daily Living ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle

Objectives: The aims and objectives of the study were to find the prevalence of forward head posture and to find its impact on activities of daily living in students of Adesh University. Materials and Methods: After the approval from Ethical Committee of Adesh University Survey study was done. A total of 200 subjects were taken according to the inclusion criteria, i.e., craniovertebral angle <53° from Adesh University, Bathinda by convenient sampling. CV angle was measured by knee registry application, and those who fit under inclusion criteria were given a Northwick park neck pain questionnaire to fill. Filled questionnaires were collected from the subjects. Results: The data of 200 subjects was analyzed and it is found that out of 200 subjects, 146 were having forward head posture, whereas 54 were having normal head posture. The 73% prevalence of forward head posture was found in students. The most of the students were having mild or no pain and numbness in the day and during sleeping. Out of students who have reported moderate or severe neck pain, 8.21% shows that they were having pain during the whole day. The students who reposted pain 54.79% show mild pain and 26.02% showed moderate pain while reading and watching TV. Conclusion: It is concluded from the results of this study that there is 73% prevalence of FHP that affects only a little or no activity of daily living.

scholarly journals Relationship between activity of daily living and asteatosis in the lower legs among elderly residents in long-term care institutions: a cross-sectional study

2013 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 586-589 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gojiro Nakagami ◽  
Nao Kimura ◽  
Kimie Takehara ◽  
Tetsuro Nakamura ◽  
Makoto Kawashima ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Daily Living ◽  
Long Term Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Activity Of Daily Living ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Term Care

scholarly journals Correlations of apathy with clinical symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and olfactory dysfunctions: a cross-sectional study

BMC Neurology ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shu-yang Yu ◽  
Teng-hong Lian ◽  
Peng Guo ◽  
Li-xia Li ◽  
Du-yu Ding ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Verbal Memory ◽  
Verbal Fluency ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Neuropsychiatric Symptoms ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Activity Of Daily Living ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Apathy is one of the most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), however, correlations of apathy with demographic variables, cognitive functions, neuropsychiatric symptoms, activity of daily living and olfactory functions in AD patients are still lacking comprehensive investigations. Methods This is a cross-sectional study. Total 124 typical AD patients were consecutively recruited from April 2014 to April 2017. In 124 AD patients, 47 cases (37.9%) were male and 77 cases were female; patients’ age were 43–93 years with an average of 68 years. Patients were divided into AD with apathy (AD-A) and AD with no apathy (AD-NA) groups according to the score of Modified Apathy Evaluation Scale, then were evaluated cognitive functions, neuropsychiatric symptoms and activity of daily living, and tested olfactory functions. Above variables were compared between AD-A and AD-NA groups. Further correlation analyses and linear regression analysis were performed between apathy and above variables. Results Compared with AD-NA group, global cognitive level, verbal memory, verbal fluency and activity of daily living were significantly compromised in AD-A group (P < 0.002); depression and agitation were severely displayed in AD-A group (P < 0.002). Apathy was negatively correlated with global cognitive function, verbal memory, verbal fluency and activity of daily living (P < 0.05). There was no significant difference of olfactory functions between the two groups (P > 0.002), and correlations between apathy and olfactory threshold, olfactory identification and global olfactory function were significant (P < 0.05) but quite weak (|r| < 0.3). Further linear regression analysis showed that only verbal fluency and instrumental activities of daily living were independently associated with apathy. Conclusions Independent correlations among apathy, verbal fluency and instrumental activities of daily living in AD patients might be related to the common brain area involved in their pathogeneses.

scholarly journals Obesity Is Less Frequently Associated with Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 367 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amelia Nur Vidyanti ◽  
Muhammad Hardhantyo ◽  
Bayu Satria Wiratama ◽  
Astuti Prodjohardjono ◽  
Chaur-Jong Hu
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Activity Of Daily Living ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Elderly Individuals ◽  
Middle Income Countries

Obesity is one of the factors associated with cognitive impairment. However, obesity may differently affect cognitive function in different age groups, and scarce data are available from low- and middle-income countries. This cross-sectional study aimed to identify the association between obesity and cognitive impairment among 143 elderly individuals in Yogyakarta. We recorded the sociodemographic factors and some comorbidities, also measured the body mass index as a parameter of obesity, cognitive function using Montreal Cognitive Assessment—Indonesia, mood condition and depression status using geriatric depression scale-short form, as well as the daily life function using Activity of Daily Living and Instrumental Activity of Daily Living. After adjustment for the sociodemographic and comorbidities, we found that subjects with older age were more likely to have cognitive impairment (odds ratio [OR] 3.544, 95%CI: 1.36–9.22, p < 0.01) and compared with elderly individuals with normal weight, obese elderly individuals were 40% less likely to have cognitive impairment (OR 0.604, 95%CI: 0.39–0.95, p < 0.05). This study suggests that obesity in elderly individuals is less frequently associated with cognitive impairment. These findings support the reverse causation mechanism related to body mass index (BMI) and cognitive impairment in low/middle-income countries.

Neck Posture Clusters and Their Association With Biopsychosocial Factors and Neck Pain in Australian Adolescents

2016 ◽  
Vol 96 (10) ◽  
pp. 1576-1587 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen V. Richards ◽  
Darren J. Beales ◽  
Anne J. Smith ◽  
Peter B. O'Sullivan ◽  
Leon M. Straker
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Severe Depression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Cluster Membership ◽  
Bony Landmarks ◽  
Conflicting Evidence ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Angular Measurements

Abstract Background There is conflicting evidence on the association between sagittal neck posture and neck pain. Objective The purposes of this study were: (1) to determine the existence of clusters of neck posture in a cohort of 17-year-olds and (2) to establish whether identified subgroups were associated with biopsychosocial factors and neck pain. Design This was a cross-sectional study. Methods The adolescents (N=1,108) underwent 2-dimensional photographic postural assessment in a sitting position. One distance and 4 angular measurements of the head, neck, and thorax were calculated from photo-reflective markers placed on bony landmarks. Subgroups of sagittal sitting neck posture were determined by cluster analysis. Height and weight were measured, and lifestyle and psychological factors, neck pain, and headache were assessed by questionnaire. The associations among posture subgroups, neck pain, and other factors were evaluated using logistic regression. Results Four distinct clusters of sitting neck posture were identified: upright, intermediate, slumped thorax/forward head, and erect thorax/forward head. Significant associations between cluster and sex, weight, and height were found. Participants classified as having slumped thorax/forward head posture were at higher odds of mild, moderate, or severe depression. Participants classified as having upright posture exercised more frequently. There was no significant difference in the odds of neck pain or headache across the clusters. Limitations The results are specific to 17-year-olds and may not be applicable to adults. Conclusion Meaningful sagittal sitting neck posture clusters were identified in 17-year-olds who demonstrated some differences with biopsychosocial profiling. The finding of no association between cluster membership and neck pain and headaches challenges widely held beliefs about the role of posture in adolescent neck pain.

scholarly journals Investigation of work–life integration on burnout symptoms in women physician runners: a cross-sectional survey study

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. e001028
Author(s):  
Hannah Uhlig-Reche ◽  
Allison R Larson ◽  
Julie K Silver ◽  
Adam Tenforde ◽  
Alisa McQueen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Women Physicians ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Attending Physicians

ObjectiveTo investigate which factors, from demographics to work–life integration, are associated with burnout symptoms among self-declared active women physicians practising in the USA.MethodsCross-sectional study of those actively engaged in a social media group for women physician runners. Electronically surveyed using 60 questions covering demographics, compensation, debt and domestic responsibilities with burnout assessed by the Mini-Z Burnout Survey.ResultsOf the 369 women meeting inclusion criteria as attending physicians practising in the USA, the majority reported being White (74.5%) and at least 6 years out from training (85.9%). There was a significant association of increased burnout level with working more hours per week and being responsible for a greater percentage of domestic duties (p<0.0001 and p=0.003, respectively). Both factors remained significant in a multivariable model (p<0.0001).ConclusionBy exploring burnout in the physically active, we are better able to investigate contributors to burnout despite healthy exercise habits. Increased burnout was significantly associated with greater domestic responsibility and hours working. These findings in women physician runners suggest that exercise alone may not control burnout. Poor work–life integration deserves attention as a burnout contributor in women physicians, potentially serving as a target for burnout prevention strategies.

scholarly journals Added Value of Diaphragm Myofascial Release on Forward Head Posture and Chest Expansion in Patients With Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farzaneh Haghighat ◽  
Razieh Moradi ◽  
Mohammadreza Rezaie ◽  
Nastaran Yarahmadi ◽  
Farahnaz Ghaffarnejad
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Myofascial Release ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Chest Expansion ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle

Abstract Background: Despite the increasing use of diaphragm myofascial release technique in clinical practice, there is no study on the effect of this technique on musculoskeletal outcomes of patients with neck pain. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the added value of diaphragm myofascial release on forward head posture, chest expansion, and functional disability in patients with neck pain.Methods: In this randomized controlled trial, 46 women with neck pain between the age of 18 and 45 years old were randomly allocated to two groups; the intervention group received 4 diaphragm myofascial release techniques once a week, for 4 weeks. Both intervention and control groups received the same neck exercise program 3 times a week for 4 weeks. Forward head posture, chest expansion, and neck functional disability were measured using craniovertebral angle, circometry, and Copenhagen neck functional disability index, respectively, before and one day after treatment.Results: The results of the paired t-test showed significant increases in craniovertebral angle (control and intervention: P<0.001) and chest expansion (control: P=0.001, intervention<0.001) and a significant decrease in the functional disability score (control and intervention: P<0.001) of patients with neck pain in both groups. A significant greater craniovertebral angle (P=0.01) and chest expansion (P=0.03) were also seen in the intervention group compared with the controls.Conclusion: Adding diaphragm myofascial release to neck exercises was associated with significantly greater improvements in forward head posture and chest expansion than neck exercises alone. Therefore, the diaphragm myofascial release could be useful in the management of neck pain patients with FHP. Trial registration: IRCT20191116045461N1 (Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials). Registered 23 December 2019, https://en.irct.ir/trial/43741.

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