scholarly journals Weight-Bearing Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion—Can Side-to-Side Symmetry Be Assumed?

2015 ◽  
Vol 50 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alon Rabin ◽  
Zvi Kozol ◽  
Elad Spitzer ◽  
Aharon S. Finestone
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Bilateral Symmetry ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Ankle Dorsiflexion ◽  
Healthy Population ◽  
Strongly Correlated ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Dominant Side

Context: In clinical practice, the range of motion (ROM) of the noninvolved side often serves as the reference for comparison with the injured side. Previous investigations of non–weight-bearing (NWB) ankle dorsiflexion (DF) ROM measurements have indicated bilateral symmetry for the most part. Less is known about ankle DF measured under weight-bearing (WB) conditions. Because WB and NWB ankle DF are not strongly correlated, there is a need to determine whether WB ankle DF is also symmetrical in a healthy population. Objective: To determine whether WB ankle DF is bilaterally symmetrical. A secondary goal was to further explore the correlation between WB and NWB ankle DF ROM. Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: Training facility of the Israeli Defense Forces. Patients or Other Participants: A total of 64 healthy males (age = 19.6 ± 1.0 years, height = 175.0 ± 6.4 cm, and body mass = 71.4 ± 7.7 kg). Main Outcome Measure(s): Dorsiflexion ROM in WB was measured with an inclinometer and DF ROM in NWB was measured with a universal goniometer. All measurements were taken bilaterally by a single examiner. Results: Weight-bearing ankle DF was greater on the nondominant side compared with the dominant side (P < .001). Non–weight-bearing ankle DF was not different between sides (P = .64). The correlation between WB and NWB DF was moderate, with the NWB DF measurement accounting for 30% to 37% of the variance of the WB measurement. Conclusions: Weight-bearing ankle DF ROM should not be assumed to be bilaterally symmetrical. These findings suggest that side-to-side differences in WB DF may need to be interpreted while considering which side is dominant. The difference in bilateral symmetry between the WB and NWB measurements, as well as the only moderate level of correlation between them, suggests that both measurements should be performed routinely.

scholarly journals The Study On Range Of Motion Of Hip And Knee In Prayer By Adult Muslim Males. A Preliminary Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ariff MS ◽  
Arshad AA ◽  
Johari MH ◽  
Rahimin Affandi MAS ◽  
Fadzli AS ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Preliminary Report ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Unit Increase ◽  
The Difference

Introduction: Praying represents a fundamental activity of daily living in Muslim community. Muslims need to adopt several postures that require deep flexion of the knee and hip to perform this daily obligation. This is a preliminary report of the study on hip and knee range of motion conducted to obtain normative passive and functional range of flexion data during Muslim prayers in both weight-bearing joints of normal Muslim adults. Methods: A cohort of Malay men aged between 20 to 30 years was recruited in this cross-sectional study. Passive range of motion and flexion angles of the joints in various postures during prayer were measured using a standard goniometer. The difference against existing normative range of motion database available and the influence of various factors were analysed. Factors analysed include body mass index and other anthropometric measurements. Results: Sixty participants recruited for the preliminary phase of this study. The mean (SD) of passive hip and knee flexions were higher compared to other existing normative range of motion database. A unit increase in body mass index will have 0.782 units lower of knee range of motion. The hip and knee flexion arc were from 74.1° to 119.0° and from 3.3° to 119.7° respectively. Conclusion: The range of motion involved for prayers was more for the knee but less for the hip as compared to the measured passive range of motion. Body mass index has a significant linear negative relationship with the passive range of motion of the knee, but not the hip.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Specificity, Sensitivity and Accuracy of Goniometry Method Compared to Tape Method for Measuring Trunk Mobility in Normal Adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 138-145
Author(s):  
Purvi Patel
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Standard Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Spine Mobility ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Sensitivity Specificity ◽  
Normal Adults

Measurement of lumbar range of motion (LROM) is a routine method in the examination of patients with low back pain. There is no standard technique which may be used to accurately describe the range of motion in the different plane. So in present study, an attempt has been made to compare goniometric measurement with tape measurement for its sensitivity, specificity and accuracy for measuring spine mobility in normal adults. In this cross sectional study, 137 healthy adults between the ages of 18-26 years of age were included consecutively and assessed using Tape method and goniometry for trunk mobility in all planes (sagittal, frontal and transverse). The association of goniometry with tape method was assessed using chi square test. The study showed that the difference between goniometry and tape method was statistically significant (p value <0.05) for all movements except flexion (p value 0.215). Also the sensitivity, specificity and accuracy of goniometry is not as good as tape method except for flexion compared to tape method. So, from this study we can conclude that Goniometry was not as good as tape method for all movements except forward flexion where both can be equally used.

scholarly journals Ankle Taping Effectiveness for the Decreasing Dorsiflexion Range of Motion in Elite Soccer and Basketball Players U18 in a Single Training Session: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 3759
Author(s):  
Carlos Romero-Morales ◽  
Carlos López-Nuevo ◽  
Carlos Fort-Novoa ◽  
Patricia Palomo-López ◽  
David Rodríguez-Sanz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Elite Athletes ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Training Session ◽  
Ankle Dorsiflexion ◽  
Ankle Sprains ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Right

Ankle sprains have been defined as the most common injury in sports. The aim of the present study was to investigate the ankle taping for the reduction of ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) and inter-limb in elite soccer and basketball players U18 in a single training session. Methods: A cross-sectional pilot study was performed on 38 male healthy elite athletes divided into two groups: a soccer group and a basketball group. Ankle dorsiflexion ROM and inter-limb asymmetries in a weight-bearing lunge position were assessed in three points: with no-tape, before the practice and immediately after the practice. Results: For the soccer group, significant differences (p < 0.05) were observed for the right ankle, but no differences for the asymmetry variable. The basketball group reported significant differences (p < 0.05) for the right ankle and symmetry. Conclusions: Ankle taping decreased the ankle dorsiflexion ROM in youth elite soccer and basketball players U18. These results could be useful as a prophylactic approach for ankle sprain injury prevention. However, the ankle ROM restriction between individuals without taping and individuals immediately assessed when the tape was removed after the training was very low.

Acute Effects of 2 Consecutive Simulated Badminton Matches on the Shoulder Range of Motion and Isometric Strength of Elite Youth Players

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Jaime Fernandez-Fernandez ◽  
Alejandro Lopez-Valenciano ◽  
Jose Vicente Garcia-Tormo ◽  
David Cabello-Manrique ◽  
Juan García-López
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shoulder Range Of Motion ◽  
Recovery Strategies ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Shoulder Strength ◽  
Shoulder Range ◽  
Dominant Side

Purpose: To analyze the influence of playing 2 consecutive prolonged badminton matches on the shoulder strength and range of motion (ROM) of young players. Methods: Sixteen elite junior badminton players (12 males and 4 females; mean (SD): age 16.2 [0.8] years, body mass 63.5 [6.6] kg, height 173.2 [6.3] cm) participated in a cross-sectional study. Shoulder internal (IR)/external rotation (ER) ROM and IR/ER strength measures were conducted before and after 2 consecutive prolonged (ie, 35 min) matches and 12 hours after the second match. Results: After consecutive matches, IR strength of the dominant side and ER strength of the dominant and nondominant sides (effect size [ES] = 0.20–0.57) were reduced. Shoulder total ROM of the dominant side was decreased (ES = 0.80), while on the nondominant side, IR (ES = 0.66) was also decreased. After 12 hours, results showed decreased values in the IR/ER strength of the dominant side (ES = 0.36–1.00), as well as ER of both dominant and nondominant sides (ES = 0.30–0.59). IR ROM of the nondominant side (ES = 0.69) was also decreased. Conclusion: Present results showed that 2 consecutive matches on the same day with brief rest periods led to significant impairments in shoulder strength and ROM levels. These data can potentially elucidate the need for shoulder-specific training and recovery strategies prior to or during competitions.

scholarly journals Applicability of Different Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Equations in Chinese Healthy Population: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lu Wei ◽  
Xue Shen ◽  
Juan Zhang ◽  
Zhenzhu Yong ◽  
Qun Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Glomerular Filtration Rate ◽  
Glomerular Filtration ◽  
Filtration Rate ◽  
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Rate Equations ◽  
Healthy Population ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Difference

Abstract Objective: To estimate kidney function with aging by equations based on serum creatinine (Scr) and investigate the applicability of these equations in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) in healthy Chinese population. Patients and methods: A total of 34,416 healthy individuals were enrolled in this study, eGFR was calculated by CKD-EPI, FAS and Xiangya equations. Plotted scatter diagrams were adopted to show the difference between eGFR by above three equations. Agreement analysis between these equations was quantified by the linear weighted κ statistic.Results: eGFRs by CKD-EPI and Xiangya equation had a constant decline with aging. eGFR by FAS equation was approximately 116.5 mL/min/1.73m2 under 40 years, then decreased with a rate of 1.27 mL/min/1.73 m2/year. The difference was relatively small, and substantial agreement was observed between CKD-EPI and FAS equations with Scr levels above 0.9 mg/dL in males (κ =0.798) or 0.7 mg/dL in females (κ =0.745). The agreement between CKD-EPI and FAS equations was moderate to near-perfect in non-elderly (κ 0.617-0.901 for males and 0.536-0.861 for females), whereas was fair to moderate in older adults (κ 0.494-0.513 for males and 0.373-0.526 for females). eGFR by CKD-EPI was slightly higher than which by FAS equation in older population. The agreement between Xiangya and CKD-EPI or FAS equation was all slight (κ＜0.2).Conclusion: FAS equation could be used to evaluate declining rate of eGFR in healthy population. We recommend FAS or CKD-EPI equation in non-elderly adults, and FAS equation in older adults to calculate eGFR. More verification is needed, especially in older adults and population with low Scr level.

scholarly journals Systolic and Diastolic Inter-Arm Blood Pressure Difference: A Cross-Sectional Study Of 3030 Young Healthy Adults

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rawand Essa ◽  
Sirwan Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Stable Condition ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Healthy Population ◽  
Dominant Hand ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Left Hand ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The Right

Abstract More than 100 years ago, the difference in blood pressure (BP) between arms was first reported. Recent studies have shown that different blood pressure between the right and left arm leads to cardiovascular events. Three thousand and thirty volunteers participated in our study. The sIABP was equal in 163 of 3030 persons (5.37%), dIABP was equal in 222 out of 3030 persons (7.32%), from a total of 792/3030 persons (26.1%) sIAD > 10 mmHg, and dIAD > or =10 mmHg was found in 927 out of 3030 persons (33.5%) in the right arm, and 32.4% in the left arm. In 2692 of 3030 volunteers BP, initially recorded in the dominant hand (right arm), showing sIAD> or = 10 mmHg was found in 943 (37.1%) volunteers, and when the first measurement was done in 338 left-handed volunteers it showed sIAD> or = 10 mmHg in 112 of 338 (34.1%), P < 0.001; 95% confidence interval for systolic right hand were (115.73: 116.73), and for systolic left hand 95% confidence interval were (113.17:114.15). Furthermore, height, residential area, and heart rate above 90 bpm had a significant effect on IAD (P =. 041, .002, <001, respectively). In conclusions significant inter-arm systolic and diastolic BP differences above (10 mm Hg) is common in the young, healthy population. Hand dominance is a significant consideration while measuring blood pressure. It is mandatory to measure blood pressure in both arms in a sitting position with a stable condition.

POSITION SENSE ACUITY ACROSS SHOULDER ROTATIONAL RANGE OF MOTION IN HEALTHY YOUNG SUBJECTS

2012 ◽  
Vol 15 (03) ◽  
pp. 1250014
Author(s):  
Shashi Kumar C G ◽  
Nafeez Syed ◽  
Mohamed Sherif Sirajudeen ◽  
S Karthikbabu
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Sports Medicine ◽  
Healthy Subjects ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Position Sense ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Test Range ◽  
Shoulder Joints ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Young Subjects

Objective: To determine the position sense acuity across shoulder rotational range of motion in healthy subjects. Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: Sports Medicine Department, Manipal hospital, Bangalore. Participants: Thirty healthy subjects with right hand dominance. Method: The ability of the subjects to replicate two criterion positions (mid-range and outer range) was examined in subjects' shoulder joints by using a standard goniometer. 50% and 90% range of total passive shoulder rotational range of motion were the two criterion positions. The difference between the test range of motion and repositioning range of motion indicates the position sense acuity. Results: There was a better position sense acuity in 90% range compared to that at 50% and was more in dominant shoulder than nondominant shoulder. Conclusion: Outer range shoulder rotational range of motion has minimum error in position sense acuity due to the tension in the peri articular structures of shoulder joint.

Perceived social support and burden of care of male and female caregivers of patient with schizophrenia

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Narendra Kumar Singh ◽  
Nishant Goyal
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Burden Of Care ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Difference

Background: Schizophrenia is associated with a high familial, social and economic burden. Schizophrenia is also associated with a high level of disability which may create impediments on the social and economic areas of the patients as well as on their respective family networks. Families with schizophrenia may encounter problems such as impairment of health and well being of other family members, restriction of social activities of the family members and shrinking of support from the social network. Aims: The present study examined the difference in perceived social support and burden of care between the male and female caregivers of patients with schizophrenia. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study examining the difference in perceived social support and burden of care between the male and female caregivers of patients with schizophrenia. The sample consisted of 60 (30 male and 30 female) caregivers of the patients with the diagnosis of schizophrenia as per ICD-10-DCR. Results and Conclusion: This study revealed that male caregivers perceived more social support and less burden of care as compared to female caregivers. Key words: Gender, social support, burden

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