scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 on rehabilitation experiences of physiotherapists

Work ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Pínar Kaya Ciddi ◽  
Gülay Aras Bayram
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Remote Communication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
The Status ◽  
Physical Intimacy ◽  
Treat All ◽  
Almost All

BACKGROUND: As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed, pressures on almost all health sectors in many countries increased, and physiotherapy interventions were canceled for various reasons. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to determine the status of physiotherapists who interrupted their services due to the pandemic and investigate procedures adopted by physiotherapists during face-to-face practice. METHOD: The measuring tool was an online survey administered via Google Forms between January 27 and February 27, 2021. In this descriptive cross-sectional study, the sample consisted of 558 physiotherapists, questions about their clinical experience during the pandemic were answered, and descriptive statistics were examined. RESULTS: Of the physiotherapists, 351 (62.9%) suspended their services due to pandemic, while 207 (37%) of all participants worked without suspending their services since the beginning of the process. Among participants, 303 (54.3%) needed education to use telerehabilitation methods, and 315 (56.5%) monitored their patients with remote communication methods. Hand washing (86.6%), disinfectant (85.3%), gloves (76.5%) and masks (86.6%) were the most common protective measures. CONCLUSIONS: Most physiotherapists had their face-to-face practice interrupted for a short time due to the COVID-19 outbreak, but they continue to treat all disease conditions in spite of inherent physical intimacy and increased risk of infection.

scholarly journals Increase in the Risk of Respiratory Disorders in Adults and Children Related to Crop-Growing in Niger

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Mamane ◽  
Jean-François Tessier ◽  
Ghislaine Bouvier ◽  
Roger Salamon ◽  
Pierre Lebailly ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multivariate Analysis ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Respiratory Symptoms ◽  
Respiratory Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Adults And Children ◽  
Agricultural Areas

Background and Objective. Environmental factors are an increasing concern for respiratory health in developing countries. The objective of this study was to investigate whether Nigerien people living in cultivated areas have more respiratory symptoms than those living in pastoral areas. Method. A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2013 in two populations during the rainy season when land is cultivated. Environmental factors including pesticide use and respiratory symptoms were collected in adults and children during face-to-face interviews. Multivariate analysis between exposures and symptoms was performed in children and in adults separately. Results. The study included 471 adults and 229 children. Overall, none of the households reported the use of pesticides for agricultural purposes. However, 87.2% reported the use of insecticides at home. Multivariate analysis showed that people living in agricultural areas compared to those in pastoral areas had an increased risk of respiratory symptoms in adults (wheezing, dyspnea, sudden shortness of breath, and cough without fever) and in children (cough without fever). The use of insecticides showed no effect on respiratory symptoms after adjustment. Conclusion. This first epidemiological study on the environment and respiratory health conducted in Niger demonstrates a significant relationship between respiratory manifestations and the agricultural characteristics of the living area. However only the effect of insecticides in the home on respiratory health was observed.

Demonstration of the relationship between MSD and online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kochu Therisa Karingada ◽  
Michael Sony
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Right ◽  
Almost All

PurposeThe COVID-19 pandemic lockdown has caught many educational institutions by surprise and warranted an abrupt migration from offline to online learning. This has resulted in an education change, without any time for due consideration, as regards its impact on musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) on students. The purpose of this study is to investigate MSD related to online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.Design/methodology/approachA cross-sectional study was conducted on undergraduate students in India. In total, 261 students participated in this online survey.FindingsThe study finds that around 80% of students have reported some symptom in the head, neck and eyes since they started online learning. In total, 58% have reported MSD symptom in the right shoulder and 56% in the right hand fingers. Besides, more than 40 % of students experienced some MSD symptoms, in almost all the body parts studied, due to online learning. Correlation analysis is conducted between time spent on online learning per day and MSD symptoms.Originality/valueThis is the first study conducted on MSD and online learning during COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals Quantitative examination of the bone health status of older adults with intellectual and developmental disability in Ireland: a cross-sectional nationwide study

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. e026939 ◽  
Author(s):  
Éilish Burke ◽  
Rachael Carroll ◽  
Máire O’Dwyer ◽  
James Bernard Walsh ◽  
Philip McCallion ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bone Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Intellectual And Developmental Disability ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Objective Health ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Quantitative Examination ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Skeletal Integrity

Objectives(1) To investigate the prevalence of osteopenia and osteoporosis among adults with intellectual disabilities (IDs) and (2) to examine alternative optimal bone screening techniques.DesignObservational cross-sectional study.SettingWave 2 (2013–2106) of the Intellectual Disability Supplement to the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing.ParticipantsA national representative sample of 604 male and female persons with ID aged 43 years and over. In total, 575 participants completed quantitative ultrasound (QUS) measurements for one or both feet.Outcome measuresParticipants underwent health assessments consisting of eight objective health measures including the standardised QUS of the calcaneus bone using a GE Lunar Achilles. A preinterview questionnaire and face-to-face interview were also completed.ResultsObjectively QUS identified poorer rates of bone health in people with ID overall with 74% indicating evidence of osteopenia (33.2%) or osteoporosis (41%). Females scored lower than males in the QUS t-scores −2.208 (±1.77) versus −1.78(±1.734). Bone status was stratified by gender (p=0.114), age (p=0.003), level of ID (p<0.0001) and living circumstance (p<0.0001).ConclusionsThis study has shown the prevalence of poor bone health in people with ID is substantial implying an increased risk of fracture due to reduced skeletal integrity. QUS screening has been shown to be useful when combined with clinical risk factors.

scholarly journals Assessment of Preparedness of Government of Nepal in COVID Designated Hospitals and Clinics for Pandemic Response

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-54
Author(s):  
Pradip Gyanwali ◽  
Navindra Raj Bista ◽  
Mira Khadka ◽  
Anju Vaidya ◽  
Namra Kumar Mahato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Response Status ◽  
The Status ◽  
Service Training ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Control

Background: Preparedness, readiness, and response status of any country is integral in identifying, managing, and preventing COVID-19 pandemic. The objective of this study is to assess the status of the Government of Nepal designated COVID hospitals and COVID clinics to respond against COVID-19. Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted with the focal persons of COVID hospitals and COVID clinics using a semi-structured questionnaire from April 26, 2020 to May 27, 2020 via face to face interview with onsite observation and telephonic interview in few unreachable health facilities. Results: Government of Nepal designated COVID hospitals and COVID clinics demonstrated efforts in establishing preparedness plans and committees such as COVID management core team (96.7% and 86%), provision of coordination with the government authority (both 100% ), preparedness response plan (93.3% and 84%), and infection prevention and control committee (63.3% and 65.6%) to respond to COVID-19 respectively. The participants reported differences in training provided to their health care workers with maximum COVID hospitals (80%) providing training on use of personal protective equipment and least (43.3%) on handling dead bodies. Only half of the COVID clinics (49.5%) had provision of triage systems.Conclusions: COVID hospitals and COVID clinics in Nepal demonstrated different status of COVID pandemic preparedness and readiness. In case of surge, Nepalese hospitals would struggle due to lack of trained workforce and infrastructure.  Interdisciplinary, multi-sectoral collaboration with various focused strategies, including in-service training to staff, is paramount to increase preparedness and readiness. Keywords: COVID-19; Nepal; preparedness; readiness

scholarly journals Level of awareness of dentists about the role of physiotherapy in temporomandibular disorders: a pilot study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Afaf A. M. Shaheen ◽  
Hajar Alhajri ◽  
Noura Alrajeeb ◽  
Ruba Almoammar ◽  
Arwa Alyousef ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Temporomandibular Disorders ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Multidisciplinary Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Collaboration Awareness

Abstract Background Physiotherapy (PT) is a distinguished developing profession. It has a crucial role in treating temporomandibular disorders (TMD) as an effective intervention to reduce pain and improve TMD symptoms. Not all dentists are aware of the importance of collaboration with physiotherapists (PTs).Therefore, this study aimed to assess the level of dentists’ awareness about the role of PT in treating TMD, identify dentists’ willingness to collaborate with PTs, and create collaboration awareness. This cross-sectional study included Saudi dentists in Riyadh. An online survey was used to assess dentist’s awareness and their readiness to collaborate with PTs. Results Out of 1500 dentists, only 162 participated in the survey. About 46.9% of dentists were aware that PT can treat TMD. Generally, there was lack of awareness about the benefits of PT among dentists (61.8%), and 59.9% was not aware that the evidence suggested that PT can improve TMD symptoms. Only 29% referred patients to PT. Upon the completion of the survey, almost all dentists (97.5%) were likely to refer patients with TMD to PT, and 90.7% of them showed interest to learn more about collaborating with PTs. Conclusion The study concluded that, although 46.9% of the dentists are aware about the role of PT in treating TMD, there is a lack of awareness about the benefits of PT among the majority of them. The study helped to extend the awareness of surveyed dentists about the collaboration and multidisciplinary approach.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Awareness about Obesity Complications in Pregnancy among Reproductive Women

2021 ◽  
pp. 310-317
Author(s):  
S. MiSudharshan ◽  
. Annejohncy
Keyword(s):  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Noncommunicable Diseases ◽  
Premature Delivery ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Long Run ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Almost All ◽  
In Pregnancy ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: obesity in general predisposes expected to various noncommunicable diseases but its awareness in regards to the complications posed by it in reproductive women is underseen. Methods: cross sectional study using an structured questionnaire. Goal: To access the knowledge and awareness about complications of obesity in pregnancy among reproductive women Statistical Analysis Used: Data was entered in excel spreadsheet and analysed using SPSS version 16. Results: Majority of the participants [129 (86%)] knew that obesity affects reproductive health causing problem problems like just gestational diabetes mellitus GDM [ 136 (90.6%)], difficulties during labour, higher Chance of Caesarean [91(60.6)] section, Increased risk for hypertension [120 (80%)] infertility [ 53 (35.3%)], during pregnancy. Almost all of them know That obesity can increase problems in pregnancy for both mother and for the baby. Majority of them we are not sure if obesity causes increased chance of Foetal malformations [75 (50.2%)] Increased bleeding after delivery [103 (68.8%)] Most of them don’t know that obesity can cause increased bleeding after delivery, stillbirth [125 (83.3%)], miscarriage [111(74%)], difficulties in Ultrasound examination of the abdomen [81 (54%) ]Most of them thought that obesity does not cause difficulties in measuring BP [79 (52.6)], delivery of big baby [98 (65.3%) ], premature delivery [56 (37.3%)]. Conclusion: Generating Awareness about obesity and its complications in pregnancy is required to prevent those complications in future and bring behavioural and lifestyle modification for sustainability in the long run.

scholarly journals Tobacco dependence affects determinants related to quitting intention and behaviour

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Haoxiang Lin ◽  
Meijun Chen ◽  
Qingping Yun ◽  
Lanchao Zhang ◽  
Chun Chang
Keyword(s):  
Nicotine Dependence ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Other ◽  
Cigarette Use ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Almost All

AbstractThis study uses protection motivation theory (PMT) to examine the quitting intentions and behaviours of smokers who have varying levels of nicotine dependence. Our goals are to identify the psychological factors that influence smoking cessation and to provide valuable evidence to promote theory-guided interventions. This is a cross-sectional study that was conducted from July to August 2020. Participants were randomly selected on the streets of 26 provinces on mainland China. Data were collected via face-to-face interviews. Our analysis was conducted in three steps. First, we employed descriptive statistics to present the overall characteristics of our sample. Second, we analysed the association between PMT constructs and quitting intentions stratified by nicotine dependence. Third, we tested how quitting intentions were associated with quitting behaviours in each subgroup using logistic regression models. For intention, almost all the PMT constructs were significantly associated with quitting intention in the low-dependence group. For the moderate- and high-dependence groups, only perceived vulnerability (coefficient = 0.35, P = 0.04) was positively associated with quitting intention. For behaviour, we found a stronger association between quitting intention and behaviour in the low-dependence group (Coef. = 1.67, P = 0.00) than for the other groups. We found a significant association between e-cigarette use and quitting behaviour only in the low-dependence group (Coef. = 1.34, P = 0.00). Coefficients for the moderate- and high-dependence groups were not statistically significant. Smokers at various levels of nicotine dependence have different psychological factors that influence their intentions to stop smoking. Quitting intention was more significantly associated with quitting behaviour for the low nicotine-dependence group than for the other groups. More convincing research is necessary to determine how e-cigarette use affects quitting behaviour in the long term.

scholarly journals Marketing Management DIII Students' Distance Education Effectiveness For Citizens With Special Needs

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rahma Nur Praptiwi ◽  
Maria Nino Istia ◽  
Kristin Lukitaningrum
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Online Lectures ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Face To Face Learning ◽  
High Level ◽  
Almost All

The existence of individuals with developmental and sensory disabilities (DIII MP-WNBK students) at the Jakarta State Polytechnic is a concern, especially when it is observed how they interact, the way they receive and attend lectures in class. So the situation that is completely online like this, becomes a challenge for them. The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of distance education for MP-WNBK DIII students, and to explain efforts to improve their skills in accessing online lectures through the elearning.pnj.ac.id platform. This study uses an intervention method with a quantitative approach. The design of this research is a cross sectional study. The sample in this study was PS DIII MP-WNBK PNJ students. The number of samples taken as many as 76 students from a population of 92 students. The results of this study conclude that both lecturers and students enjoy using e-learning as a learning medium during distance learning. Learning with a high level of interaction is fun for both lecturers and students because it approaches face-to-face learning. Almost all students are able to use e-learning. E-learning is quite effective for distance learning.

scholarly journals Self-perceived competence of dental students regarding the management of orofacial pain: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Taqi ◽  
Asaad Javed Mirza ◽  
Maaz Asaad Javed ◽  
Shama Asghar ◽  
Maria Khadija ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Orofacial Pain ◽  
Perceived Competence ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Dental Schools

Abstract Background There is limited data on Pakistani dental students perceived competence in managing orofacial pain (OFP). This study aims to evaluate dental students self-perceived competence regarding the management of orofacial pain. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in Karachi at randomly selected two public and four private dental schools. This survey was conducted online from November 2020 to December 2020 in six dental schools. A questionnaire link was sent to the 475 students. A chi-square test and independent-sample t-test were conducted to assess the frequency distribution and compare mean scores of knowledge, diagnosis, and management parameters. Results Of the 475 students, 280 students filled the online survey leaving a response rate of 59%. A significant number of fourth-year students, 65 (51%, p = 0.005), feels knowledgeable regarding neuropathic pain compared to third-year students. The majority of the fourth-year students, 100 (78%, p = 0.010), feel comfortable managing intraoral pain. Almost all the students reported thinking that they need more knowledge related to five types of OFP. The fourth-year students had high mean scores related to knowledge, comfort in diagnosing and managing OFP categories. Conclusion This study found that dental students perceived competence regarding orofacial pain management varies in relation to specific categories, being lowest for psychogenic pain.

scholarly journals How Does Tobacco Dependence Affect Determinants Related to Quitting Intention and Behaviour? Application of Protection Motivation Theory

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hao-xiang LIN ◽  
Meijun CHEN ◽  
Yunting ZHENG ◽  
Qingping YUN ◽  
Lanchao ZHANG ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Smoking Cessation ◽  
Nicotine Dependence ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Cigarette Use ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Almost All

Abstract Objective: This study used the PMT to examine the psychological-level predictors of quitting intention and behaviour with varying levels of nicotine dependence, with the goal of providing valuable evidence to promote theory-guided cessation interventions.Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted from July to August 2020. Participants were randomly selected on the street in 26 provinces in mainland China. Data were collected via face-to-face interviews. Our data analysis was conducted in three steps. First, we employed descriptive statistics to present the overall characteristics of our sample. Second, we analysed the association between PMT constructs and quitting intention stratified by nicotine dependence. Third, we tested how quitting intention predicted quitting behaviour in each subgroup used logistic regression models.Results: For intention, almost all the PMT constructs were significant predictors of quitting intention in the low-dependence group. There is no variable had a positive influence on quitting intention for the high-dependence group. For behaviour, quitting intention (OR=4.90, 95%CI:2.99-8.05) and nicotine dependence (OR=4.58, 95%CI:1.01-20.82) and e-cigarette use (OR=2.95, 95%CI:1.84-4.73) were significantly associated with quitting behaviour in full sample regression. However, in subsample regression, we only found a significant association between quitting intention and behaviour in the low-dependence and moderate-dependence group. In addition, We only found a significant association between e-cigarette use and quitting behaviour in the low-dependence group (Coef.=1.41, P<0.01).Conclusions: Smokers with different nicotine dependence levels have different psychological predictors of quitting intention. Quitting intention was significantly associated with quitting behaviour only for the low and moderate nicotine dependence group. Our findings highlight the importance of providing accessible and affordable intensive smoking cessation interventions or smoking cessation medications for high-dependence smokers, and thus, more convincing research is necessary to determine how e-cigarette use affects quitting behaviour in long term.

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