scholarly journals Will Musculoskeletal Conditions of Shoulder Affect the Hand Function and Hand-Eye Coordination? A Cross-Sectional Analysis

2020 ◽  
pp. 17-20
Author(s):  
Senthil Kumar B ◽  
Subbaiah S ◽  
Arunachalam Ramachandran ◽  
Mohammad Sidiq ◽  
Mahendra Yadav ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Hand Function ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shoulder Pathology ◽  
Hand Eye Coordination ◽  
Spearman Rank Correlation Analysis ◽  
Sectional Analysis

Objective: To analyze the Hand Function (HF) and Hand-Eye Coordination (HEC) among subjects with shoulder conditions resulting in pain and disability. Methodology: In these cross-sectional 47 subjects with selected shoulder pathology between 30 to 60 years participated. Shoulder pathology was measured in terms of pain and disability using the SPADI scale. These values were correlated with Purdue pegboard and Balloon tossing task and Wall Ball Bounce task. Results: Spearman rank correlation analysis of SPADI pain component revealed that there was a negative correlation with HF (R= -0.596, p<0.001), but there was significant correlation with HEC1 (R= -0.260, p= 0.078) and HEC2 (R= -0.217, p= -0.144). Though there was no correlation a negative relationship was observed between the variables. In the correlation of SPADI disability component there was a perfect negative correlation with HF (R= -0.870, p<0.001), with HEC1 (R= -0.588, p<0.001) and HEC2 (R= -0.541, p<0.001). Conclusion: This study concludes that shoulder pain negatively influences the Hand Function, whereas the shoulder disability negatively influences both Hand Function and Hand-Eye Coordination. The therapist should consider assessing and treating HF and HEC in patients with shoulder pain and disability in the future.

scholarly journals Association of Salivary Statherin, Calcium, and Proline-Rich Proteins on Oral Hygiene: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Deepak Gowda Sadashivappa Pateel ◽  
Shilpa Gunjal ◽  
Liew Fong Fong ◽  
Nur Sulwana Mohd Hanapi
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Relationship

Background. Saliva, as a complex biofluid, plays a pivotal role in maintaining oral health and tooth integrity. There has been inconsistent data available on the relationship between salivary parameters and oral health. This study aims to investigate the association between salivary statherin, acidic proline-rich proteins (aPRP), and calcium with oral hygiene status. Methods. One hundred and eighty-eight healthy subjects aged between 18 and 50 years with varying oral hygiene status who gave consent to participate were included in this cross-sectional study. The subjects were recruited from primary oral health care of MAHSA University. Oral hygiene of all the participants was measured using Oral Hygiene Index–Simplified (OHI-S). Stimulated saliva collected using paraffin wax was analyzed for salivary statherin, aPRP, and calcium. The relationship between salivary statherin, aPRP, and calcium levels with OHI-S was assessed using Spearman’s Rank correlation coefficient; the strength of relationship was assessed by multiple linear regression analysis. Results. The study found a weak positive correlation (r = 0.179, p  = 0.014) between salivary statherin and OHI-S; weak negative correlation (r = −0.187, p  = 0.010) between salivary aPRP and OHI-S; and moderate negative correlation between salivary statherin and salivary aPRP levels (r = −0.50, p  < 0.001) which were statistically significant. Conclusion. Poor oral hygiene is associated with increased statherin and reduced aPRP levels in saliva. Thus, these salivary components may have a role in predicting oral hygiene status.

scholarly journals The Effects of Uric Acid, Serum Vitamin D3, and Their Interaction on Parkinson’s Disease Severity

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rokhsareh Meamar ◽  
Pooria Shaabani ◽  
Seyed Reza Tabibian ◽  
Mohammad Reza Aghaye Ghazvini ◽  
Awat Feizi
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D3 ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Serum Vitamin ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Referral Hospitals ◽  
The One

Objectives. In current study, the relationships between serum vitamin D3 levels and serum UA concentrations as well as their interaction with severity of PD were evaluated in a sample of Iranian PD patients.Method. In a cross sectional study at the one of the main referral hospitals in central region of Iran, during September to November 2011, 112 patients were recruited. Severity of PD was evaluated sing H&R stages and UPDRS.Results. The Spearman rank correlation coefficient suggests the negative significant association between serum vitamin D3 and UPDRS in patients aged >62 (r=-0.34,P<0.05). No statistically significant association was observed between the UA levels and severity of PD (represented by H&Y categories) in different levels of serum vitamin D3 not only in total sample but also in separate age and sex groups. The linear regression coefficients suggested positive association between UA and serum vitamin D3 with UPDRSIII scores while negative relationship between UA and serum vitamin D3 interaction with UPDRSIII; however it was only statistically significant in age group ≤62 (P<0.05).Conclusion. Our study revealed a negative correlation between interaction of serum vitamin D3 and UA with severity of PD; other studies are required to confirm our findings.

scholarly journals The Role of Training, Democratization, and Self-Actualization in Addressing Employee Burnout

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Randa El Bedawy ◽  
Omar Ramzy ◽  
Aya Maher ◽  
Omar H. Eldahan
Keyword(s):  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Employee Development ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Development Programs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Employee Burnout ◽  
Significant Negative Relationship ◽  
Self Actualization ◽  
Sectional Analysis

The objective of this study is to investigate in depth the factors that can reduce the effect of employee burnout in Egypt. From the literature review, the variables of perception of employee development programs (IV1), time spent on employee development programs (IV2), self-actualization (IV3), and workplace democratization (IV4) were identified. To study these variables on employee burnout, SEKEM, a company in Egypt known for its innovative application of human development initiatives, was selected as a case study from Egypt. A single cross-sectional analysis of the employees of the company was used and data was collected with a questionnaire using a 7-level scale.The results were then analyzed with a principal component analysis, Cronbach’s alpha, and Spearman’s rank correlation.The results confirmed the validity and inter-reliability of the model as well as showed the significant negative relationship between both IV1 & IV3 and between employee burnout. IV2 and IV4 were not found to be significantly related to employee burnout.The significance of the research is that few studies in Egypt are made on the issue of employee burnout, and the study of SEKEM provides a rare insight into the application of such concepts.

scholarly journals Association Between Reduced Handgrip Strength and Commonly Prescribed Medications

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bryan L. Love ◽  
Erin M. Mitchell ◽  
LeAnn B. Norris
Keyword(s):  
Handgrip Strength ◽  
Medication Use ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Channel Blockers ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Drug Classes ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Sectional Analysis

Decreased handgrip-strength has become an increasingly important measure of overall health status and fitness. This was a cross-sectional analysis among adult participants in the 2011-2012 NHANES survey. Handgrip-strength was assessed using a digital dynamometer and a standard protocol, and medication use was assessed by self-report and verification by the interviewer. Mean handgrip-strength among participants with no medication use was 87.2kg in males and 57.2kg in females. Handgrip strength decreased significantly in both men and women (ptrend<0.001 for both) with increasing medication use after adjustment for age, sex, height, arm circumference, and BMI. Statins, ACE-inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics, calcium channel blockers, and sulfonylureas showed a consistent and significant decrease in grip strength in linear regression models. In this nationally representative survey of adults in the US, we observed a negative relationship between handgrip strength and polypharmacy. Further, several specific medications, mostly cardiovascular drug classes, were associated with reduced handgrip-strength.

scholarly journals Faktor Predisposisi Pengetahuan, Sikap, Nilai dan Budaya Eks Wanita Pekerja Seksual dengan Kejadian HIV/AIDS di Wilayah Kediri

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
Indah Jayani ◽  
Fatma Sayekti Ruffaida
Keyword(s):  
Social Services ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Deficiency Syndrome ◽  
Strong Negative Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Hiv Aids

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/ Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a global health problem as a cause of a high mortality rate. The phenomenon of an increase in HIV/AIDS infection in the Kediri region was mostly obtained from the former Sexual Workers Woman (WPS). The purpose of the study was to determine the correlation between knowledge, attitudes, values and culture with the prevalence of HIV/AIDS among former sexual worker women in Kediri, East Java Province. This study was a correlation analytic study with a cross sectional. The population in this study was 448 with a proportional stratifed sampling technique which obtained a sample of 58 people. The instrument used in data collection is questionnaire. The results of the analysis with the Spearman rank correlation test showed there was a strong negative correlation between knowledge with HIV/AIDS events (ρ=0,00; r=-0,571), a strong negative correlation between attitudes and HIV/AIDS events (ρ=0,00; r=-0,538), a strong negative correlation between value and HIV/AIDS events (ρ=0,00; r=-0,784) and a strong negative correlation between cultures and HIV/AIDS events was indicated by (ρ=0,00; r=-0,456) among former WPS in Kediri, East Java Province 2017. Based on the results, the suggestions for health workers and related social services should continue to improve services by providing continuous education to former WPS related to how HIV/AIDS prevention and transmission are carried out, providing assistance, monitoring bio, psycho, socio-spiritual to change attitudes maladaptive becomes adaptive, and to disseminate culture to reduce the risk of HIV/ AIDS.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN KONTROL DIRI DENGAN PERILAKU MEROKOK KALANGAN REMAJA DI SMKN 1 BITUNG

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gretty C. Runtukahu ◽  
Jehosua Sinolungan ◽  
Henry Opod
Keyword(s):  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Smoking Behavior ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Spearman Rank ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Low Self Control

Abstract: Low self-control makes teenagers are not able to organize and direct the behavior that appears uncontrolled actions such as smoking. Changes in the state of teenages who should learn to be more interested in smoking, associated with high–low self-control. This study aimed to determine the relationship between self-control and smoking behavior among adolescents. The research method using cross sectional design and quantitative analytic. The study involved 176 active students of the school as a sample, smoking and non smoking, male or female, and is willing to participate. Collecting data through questionnaires. Data analysis technique using the Spearman rank correlation test. The results show the value of r = -0,756 with p = 0,000 ( p < 0,05 ), meaning that the higher self-control teenagers applied, the lower the level of smoking behavior. Analysis of the 44 smokers from the total sample of 176 respondents, the value of r =-0,766 with p = 0,000 ( p < 0.05 ), meaning that the lower self-control teenagers applied, the higher the level of smoking behavior. Thus the hypothesis H1 is accepted, that there is a significant negative relationship between self-control and smoking behavior .Keywords : self-control, smoking behavior, adolescentAbstrak: Kontrol diri yang rendah membuat remaja tidak mampu mengatur dan mengarahkan perilakunya sehingga muncul tindakan tidak terkontrol seperti perilaku merokok. Perubahan keadaan dari remaja yang seharusnya belajar menjadi remaja yang lebih tertarik merokok berkaitan dengan tinggi-rendah kontrol diri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kontrol diri dengan perilaku merokok kalangan remaja. Metode penelitian menggunakan desain Cross Sectional dan bersifat analitik kuantitatif. Penelitian ini melibatkan 176 siswa aktif sekolah sebagai sampel, merokok dan tidak merokok, berjenis kelamin laki-laki atau perempuan, dan bersedia berpartisipasi. Pengambilan data melalui kuesioner. Teknik analisa data menggunakan uji korelasi Spearman Rank. Hasil penelitian menunjukan nilai r =-0,756 dengan p=0,000 (p<0,05), artinya semakin tinggi kontrol diri remaja, semakin rendah perilaku merokoknya. Analisis terhadap 44 responden perokok dari total sampel 176, diperoleh nilai r =-0,766 dengan nilai p=0,000 (p<0,05), artinya semakin rendah kontrol diri remaja, semakin tinggi perilaku merokoknya. Dengan demikian hipotesis H1 diterima yaitu terdapat hubungan negatif yang signifikan antara kontrol diri dengan perilaku merokok.Kata kunci: kontrol diri, perilaku merokok, remaja

Cash flow volatility and investor sentiment

2017 ◽  
Vol 43 (2) ◽  
pp. 178-192 ◽  
Author(s):  
Subramanian Rama Iyer ◽  
Joel T. Harper
Keyword(s):  
Cash Flow ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Investor Sentiment ◽  
Firm Characteristics ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Cash Flow Volatility ◽  
Sectional Analysis ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Better Than

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to test whether investors take flight to safety when sentiment is low. In other words, do safe firms perform better than risky firms following periods of low sentiment. Design/methodology/approach Using cash flow volatility and the percent of bullish investors as proxies for risk and investor sentiment the paper tests the relationship between sentiment and returns conditional on risk this performance. Second, a cross-sectional analysis is conducted based on individual firm characteristics and sentiment to explain annual returns. Findings The paper finds that there is a negative relationship between investor sentiment and the return of risky companies, which is contrary to prior studies. All told, risky companies perform worse following periods of high investor sentiment. Originality/value This paper presents evidence contrary to extant literature and that there is no concerted flight to safety. Investor sentiment has little influence on safe stocks.

scholarly journals The relationship of fear of movement with pain, range of motion and function in patients with shoulder pathologies

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatih Özden ◽  
Nazan Tuğay ◽  
Özgür Nadiye Karaman ◽  
Cem Yalın Kilinç ◽  
Baki Umut Tuğay
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Symptom Duration ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Fear Of Movement ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Shoulder Pathologies

Abstract Background The pain, fear of movement, and disability are interrelated parameters that may adversely affect the individual in terms of medical and social aspects. This relationship has not been well studied in shoulder pathologies. We carried out a single-center cross-sectional study in the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic. The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between pain, function range of motion (ROM), and fear of movement in patients with shoulder pain. Results The mean age of the participants was 53.7 ± 11.2 years. Symptom duration was 11.65 ± 23.39 months. Most of the subjects (66.7%) had impingement syndrome. There was a weak to moderate negative correlation between both visual analog scale (VAS) and Oxford Shoulder Score (OSS) with flexion, abduction, external rotation ROM values (r1 = − 0.293, r2 = − 0.348, r3 = − 0.330, p < 0.001). In addition, there was a weak negative correlation between Tampa Kinesiophobia Score (TKS) and ROM values of abduction, internal rotation, and external rotation (r1 = − 0.273, r2 = − 0.207, r3 = − 0.250, p < 0.05). Pain was weakly and positively correlated with OSS (r = 0.209, p < 0.05). Conclusions According to our results, shoulder pain was associated with functionality, but fear of movement was not associated with shoulder pain or functionality. ROM was associated with both pain, functionality, and fear of movement.

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