scholarly journals INFLUENCE OF APPLICATION OF BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE WATER COMPLEX "HALPI" ON PROTEIN AND NITROGEN EXCHANGE OF ELDERLY DOGS

2021 ◽  
Vol 248 (4) ◽  
pp. 226-228
Author(s):  
A.O. Taraskin ◽  
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L.Yu. Karpenko ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Total Protein ◽  
Protein Metabolism ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Metabolic Processes ◽  
Water Complex ◽  
Nitrogen Exchange

This article presents a study of the effect of the use of a biologically active water complex "HALPI" on protein metabolism in geriatric dogs. When assessing the effect of the biologically active water complex "HALPI" on the indicators of protein metabolism in dogs, it was found that the use of this biologically active water complex promotes an increase in the amount of total protein. in organism. Thus, the use of a biologically active water complex "HALPI" affects metabolic processes by compensating for possible deficiencies of vitamins and microelements, which contributes to the improvement of the quality of life of elderly dogs

scholarly journals Effectiveness of pharmacopuncture by “alloplant” biomaterial in complex therapy of knee joint osteoarthritis

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-49
Author(s):  
Ruslan K. Urazbakhtin ◽  
Raushaniya N. Kildebekova ◽  
Lira T. Gilmutdinova ◽  
Vadim T. Kaybyshev ◽  
Ravil Sh. Mirkhaydarov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Drug Therapy ◽  
Knee Joint ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Basic Drug ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Group I ◽  
Immunological Mechanisms

Background. Osteoarthritis is characterized by a decrease in the quality of life, which is currently considered as the main measure of well-being of an individual and a criterion for the effectiveness of treatment and rehabilitation measures. Modern research emphasizes the need for an integrated approach to the treatment of osteoarthritis, which should include pharmacological and non-drug methods of treatment. Aim. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of pharmacopuncture administration of Alloplant biomaterial by patients with osteoarthritis of the knee joint from the standpoint of influencing the immunological mechanisms of the disease. Methods. The randomization methodology was divided into 3 groups, comparable in terms of clinical and functional characteristics. Group I patients (n = 39) have standard basic drug therapy according to the federal clinical guidelines Osteoarthritis approved by the Association of Rheumatologists of Russia (2013), with additions from 2016; in patients of group II (n = 39), in addition to drug therapy, dispersed Alloplant biomaterial was used according to the original method; group III patients (n = 39) against the background of basic drug therapy are additionally prescribed a combination of dispersed Alloplant biomaterial at biologically active points and magnetic therapy with a pulsed magnetic field. Results. Against the background of the treatment of patients with osteoarthritis using pharmacopuncture with Alloplant biomaterial and magnetotherapy, there was a positive dynamics in clinical data with a significant decrease in pain intensity when walking and at rest, stiffness, with the restoration of immune status parameters and an improvement in the quality of life in the field of physical and psychological health . A more pronounced and lasting positive dynamics was observed in patients of group III against the background of the combined effects of pharmacopuncture with Alloplant biomaterial and magnetotherapy. Conclusion. The Alloplant biomaterial has a positive effect in the treatment of patients with stage III osteoarthritis according to the KellgrenLawrens classification. The similarity of the mechanism of action with drugs with a structurally modifying effect on cartilage allows us to recommend pharmacopuncture with Alloplant biomaterial for widespread use in the treatment of osteoarthritis.

scholarly journals Quality of life and cardiovascular risk in women during menopausal transition and postmenopause

2020 ◽  
pp. 39-45
Author(s):  
I. V. Kuznetsova ◽  
N. A. Voichenko ◽  
M. Yu. Kirillova
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk ◽  
Dietary Supplement ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Menopausal Transition ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
National Health Care ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Aging Women

The task of active longevity is a priority for world and national health care. One of the resources to ensure the quality of life for aging women is the rationalization of nutrition using biologically active additives (BAA), which include substances that have proven effective in stopping the symptoms that accompany the menopausal transition and early postmenopause. Given the association of vasomotor symptoms with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, it can be assumed that solving the problem of improving the quality of life will positively affect cardiovascular risk. Based on this hypothesis, we set the goal of the study to assess the effect of dietary supplements containing phytoestrogens on the quality of life and markers of cardiovascular risk in women during menopausal transition and postmenopause. An open, controlled study involved women aged 46–58 years who took Estrovel dietary supplement or a vitamin complex without herbal supplements, examined using questionnaires to determine the severity of menopausal complaints, assess mental status, vegetative support, as well as monitor blood pressure, and samples for vegetative providing, analysis of heart rate variability. The results of the study showed that women taking Estrovel dietary supplement to improve the quality of life, in addition to stopping the symptoms of pathological menopause, receive additional benefits in the form of improved psycho-vegetative status and markers of cardiovascular risk with high safety and good tolerance of the method.

scholarly journals The influence of HDBA organic complex with vitamin d and calcium on quality of life in individuals at high risk of fractures undergoing medical rehabilitation

2020 ◽  
Vol 97 (3) ◽  
pp. 153-159
Author(s):  
L.A. Marchenkova ◽  
E.V. Makarova ◽  
V.A. Vasileva
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Food Supplement ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Medical Rehabilitation ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Group 3 ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of the biologically active food supplement «Osteomed Forte» on pain intensity and quality of life in patients with high risk of fractures undergoing medical rehabilitation. Materials and methods: Included men and women 40-80 years old, with high risk of fractures. Patients who had already taken antiresorbents were identified in group №1 - they were assigned the investigated product (IP): biologically active food supplement «Osteomed Forte». Patients who had not received antiresorption therapy were divided into two equal groups by simple randomization. Group №2 was assigned to IP. There were no IPs in group №3. All the subjects were conducted: 1. Pain Assessment Score (PAS); 2. Quality of Life Assessment (QUALEFFO-41). The examination was repeated immediately after the rehabilitation course as well as after 6 and 12 months. Results: The study enrolled 120 people (group №1 n=41, group №2 n=39, group №3 n=39): 10 men, 110 women, average age 65.51±7.92 years. After a course of rehabilitation in all groups, PAS was significantly reduced (2.7, 3.0, 3.5 points, respectively, p<0.01), and the QUALEFFO-41 scores improved on all scales (p<0.05). This trend continued after 6 months. After 12 months, a significantly lower PAS was in group №1 (4.0 as compared to 6.2 and 6.4 points, p<0.05). In group №1, QUALEFFO-41 indices were significantly better than the initial ones (p<0,05) and higher than in groups №2 and 3 «Pain», «Housework», «Mobility», «General Health», «Mental Health», «General Indicator» (p<0,05). Conclusion: In patients with a high risk of fractures, the course of medical rehabilitation improved the physical and mental components of QOL and reduced the pain syndrome. In patients who took IP as a basic therapy, the achieved effect was maintained after 3, 6, 12 months. In 1 year after the rehabilitation course, the groups receiving IP and antiresorption therapy had better QOL parameters, lower PAS and better bone metabolism indices.

scholarly journals Conceptual Relation Between Quality of Life and Environmentally Friendly Food

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
A S Khamitsaeva ◽  
R I Osikina ◽  
E S Dzodzieva ◽  
Z A Kubatieva ◽  
F I Budaev ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sorption Capacity ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Weight Ratio ◽  
Environmentally Friendly ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Toxic Substances ◽  
Aromatic Plants ◽  
Pilot Studies

One of the most important indicators of the quality of life is environmentally friendly nutrition implying the use and rational combination of eco-friendly raw materials contained in recipes of new generation products, thus guaranteeing full supply of food and biologically active agents to all vital systems of an organism. The development of the society fosters the increasing interdependence and interconditionality of processes within the “nature-person-society” system. The current environmental situation brought the problem of environmental culture and its role in the optimization of socionatural interaction to the foreground. The paper presents the materials of theoretical justification of conceptual relations between the quality of life and eco-friendly nutrition; it describes pilot studies of safety indicators, polysaccharide composition of aromatic plants for their use in the production of functional food to enrich the composition with protective components. It is established that the studied aromatic plants (AP) growing in environmentally friendly territories of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania are characterized by low weight ratio of toxic substances (below admissible hygienic standards), high content of dietary fibers (DF). The sorption capacity of AP powders in relation to lead is studied. All studied powders of AP modification products are characterized by high sorption capacity. The technologies of flour food with addition of AP powders are developed. It is revealed that in comparison with control samples certain flour food products almost twice reduce the lead content in the blood of laboratory infant rats.

scholarly journals The role of beta-glucans in combined therapy of patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis

2021 ◽  
pp. 45-54
Author(s):  
Olga A. Naumova ◽  
Inna V. Gogunska ◽  
Tetyana V. Smagina ◽  
Vladislav I. Nesterchuk ◽  
Tetiana Yu. Kholodenko
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Inhaled Corticosteroids ◽  
Combined Therapy ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Beta Glucans

Topicality: Beta-glucans are a group of biologically active polysaccharides of natural origin with a proven pleiotropic immunomodulatory effect. In vitro experiments as well as animal and human clinical studies proved the importance of beta-glucans in the treatment and prevention of allergic diseases. This opens up new prospects for the use of this widespread and popular group of natural substances. Aim: to investigate whether the addition of "Bewell®" can alleviate the symptoms of seasonal AR in children sensitized to ragweed during flowering and improve their quality of life. Materials and methods: The study involved 30 patients (12 girls, 18 boys) aged from 6 to 12 years with a verified diagnosis of seasonal allergic rhinitis. Clinical manifestations of rhinoconjunctivitis were evaluated according to T5SS scale, quality of life (QOL) – according to Paediatric Rhinoconjunctivitis Quality of Life Questionnaire (PRQLQ). Results: The study found that administration of "Bewell®" in the complex therapy of seasonal allergic rhinitis significantly reduced rhinoconjunctival manifestations (p<0.001). The surveyed patients reduced consumption of antihistamines. After a treatment course, a decrease in the PRQLQ score was detected for such parameters as: irritability, need to wake up at night due to nasal congestion, need to take medications to relieve AR symptoms such as antihistamines or inhaled corticosteroids, which indicated an increase in the quality of life of patients after the therapy. The use of a complex of parameters to evaluate the therapy effectiveness showed that the use of beta-1,3/1,6-glucan ("Bewell®") is promising for reducing AR symptoms in children, leading to their rapid regression, improving the quality of life and effective relief of AR symptoms. Administration of "Bewell®" reduces the need for concomitant therapy and helps to reduce the drug load.

Self-Compassion and Quality of Life in Adults Who Stutter

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 2097-2108
Author(s):  
Robyn L. Croft ◽  
Courtney T. Byrd
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Connectedness ◽  
The Self ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Adults Who Stutter ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this study was to identify levels of self-compassion in adults who do and do not stutter and to determine whether self-compassion predicts the impact of stuttering on quality of life in adults who stutter. Method Participants included 140 adults who do and do not stutter matched for age and gender. All participants completed the Self-Compassion Scale. Adults who stutter also completed the Overall Assessment of the Speaker's Experience of Stuttering. Data were analyzed for self-compassion differences between and within adults who do and do not stutter and to predict self-compassion on quality of life in adults who stutter. Results Adults who do and do not stutter exhibited no significant differences in total self-compassion, regardless of participant gender. A simple linear regression of the total self-compassion score and total Overall Assessment of the Speaker's Experience of Stuttering score showed a significant, negative linear relationship of self-compassion predicting the impact of stuttering on quality of life. Conclusions Data suggest that higher levels of self-kindness, mindfulness, and social connectedness (i.e., self-compassion) are related to reduced negative reactions to stuttering, an increased participation in daily communication situations, and an improved overall quality of life. Future research should replicate current findings and identify moderators of the self-compassion–quality of life relationship.

Misophonia: An Evidence-Based Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 685-690
Author(s):  
C. S. Vanaja ◽  
Miriam Soni Abigail
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Case History ◽  
Pure Tone ◽  
Physiological Responses ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Management Option ◽  
Pure Tone Audiogram

Purpose Misophonia is a sound tolerance disorder condition in certain sounds that trigger intense emotional or physiological responses. While some persons may experience misophonia, a few patients suffer from misophonia. However, there is a dearth of literature on audiological assessment and management of persons with misophonia. The purpose of this report is to discuss the assessment of misophonia and highlight the management option that helped a patient with misophonia. Method A case study of a 26-year-old woman with the complaint of decreased tolerance to specific sounds affecting quality of life is reported. Audiological assessment differentiated misophonia from hyperacusis. Management included retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy based on the principles described by P. J. Jastreboff and Jastreboff (2014). A misophonia questionnaire was administered at regular intervals to monitor the effectiveness of therapy. Results A detailed case history and audiological evaluations including pure-tone audiogram and Johnson Hyperacusis Index revealed the presence of misophonia. The patient benefitted from intervention, and the scores of the misophonia questionnaire indicated a decrease in the severity of the problem. Conclusions It is important to differentially diagnose misophonia and hyperacusis in persons with sound tolerance disorders. Retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy can help patients who suffer from misophonia.

Quality of Life of Youth With Hearing Loss

ASHA Leader ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 15 (15) ◽  
pp. 5-6
Author(s):  
Anne Skalicky ◽  
Brenda Schick ◽  
Donald Patrick
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Hearing Loss

Thinking Beyond Language: Intervention for Severe Aphasia

2009 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nina Simmons-Mackie
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Communication Training ◽  
Language Intervention ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
Environmental Support ◽  
Total Communication ◽  
Communication Partners

Abstract Purpose: This article addresses several intervention approaches that aim to improve life for individuals with severe aphasia. Because severe aphasia significantly compromises language, often for the long term, recommended approaches focus on additional domains that affect quality of life. Treatments are discussed that involve increasing participation in personally relevant life situations, enhancing environmental support for communication and participation, and improving communicative confidence. Methods: Interventions that have been suggested in the aphasia literature as particularly appropriate for people with severe aphasia include training in total communication, training of communication partners, and activity specific training. Conclusion: Several intervention approaches can be implemented to enhance life with severe aphasia.

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