scholarly journals A Randomized Control Trails for the Assessment of Impact of Moderate Intensity Exercise on Blood Serum Creatinine Concentration among the Male Athletes

2021 ◽  
pp. 45-51
Author(s):  
Mohibullah Khan ◽  
Alamgir Khan ◽  
Muhammad Zafar Iqbal Butt ◽  
Badar Mohy ud Din ◽  
Abdul Manan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Serum Creatinine ◽  
Blood Serum ◽  
Serum Creatinine Concentration ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Creatinine Concentration ◽  
Randomized Control ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Purpose: The main purpose of the study was to examine the impact of moderate intensity exercise on blood serum creatinine concentration among the male. Method & Materials: A randomized control trails were conducted for purpose to evaluate the effects of moderate intensity exercise on creatinine level among the subjects (Experimental Group (EG) = 10, Control group (CG). A written informed consent from all the subjects and ethical approval was taken from Gomal University Ethical Review Committee before initiating the study protocols. 5ml blood were taken from all the subjects and each blood sample was marked with separate identification code. Twelve weeks exercise (moderate intensity exercise) protocols was employed on the selected subjects. The collected blood samples were tested and thus the collected results were processed through Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, Version, 24) by applying Mean and Standard deviation etc. Results & Conclusion: On the basis of analysis, the researcher concluded that inferentially there is no significant effect of moderate intensity exercise on BMI and Creatinine of the subjects but descriptively the experimental group shows better results in BMI and Creatinine (after the treatment)

scholarly journals Analysis of Blood Serum Bilirubin Concentration among Moderate Intensity Exercise Performers; A Randomized Control Trails

2021 ◽  
pp. 173-179
Author(s):  
Adnan Khan ◽  
Alamgir Khan ◽  
Muhammad Zafar Iqbal Butt ◽  
Shahzaman Khan ◽  
Samiullah Khan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Serum ◽  
Serum Bilirubin ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Bilirubin Concentration ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Randomized Control ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Serum Bilirubin Concentration

Purpose: A randomized control trails were conducted to evaluate the effects of moderate intensity exercise on blood serum bilirubin level. Methods:  A participants of the study were divided in two groups i.e. experimental group (EG= 10) and control group (CG=10).  5ml blood were taken from all the subjects and each blood sample was marked with separate identification code. Twelve weeks exercise (moderate intensity exercise) protocols was employed on the selected subjects. The collected blood samples were tested and thus the collected results were processed through Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, Version, 24) by applying Mean and Standard deviation etc. Result: Based on analysis the researcher concluded that moderate intensity exercise has significant impact on Serum Bilirubin Concentration of the subjects. In addition significant difference was found in pre and post test result of experimental group  (t4= 1.000, Sig. = .374 > α= 0.05).

scholarly journals Impact of Low Intensity Exercise on Liver Enzymes (ALT & ALP)

2021 ◽  
pp. 370-377
Author(s):  
Alamgir Khan ◽  
Muhammad Zafar Iqbal Butt ◽  
Shahzaman Khan ◽  
Sobia Nazir ◽  
Ejaz Asghar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liver Enzymes ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Low Intensity ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Low Intensity Exercise ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

This particular research study was basically carried out for the purpose to examine the impact of low intensity exercise on two particular liver enzymes i.e. alanine transaminase (ALT) and alkaline phosphate (ALP). 20 Non sportsmen were selected as subjects of the study (n=20, age 20 to 30 years (20.95±3.79), Body Mass Index (BMI) from 18 to 30 (25.90±5.54). Similarly the subjects were divided into two groups (Experimental Group and Control Group) through the application of International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and measurement of Maximum Heart Rate (MHR). 12 weeks self-made low intensity exercise protocol was applied to an experimental group.  5ml blood was collected from all subjects to measure the effect of low intensity exercise on ALT and ALP. The data of pre and post-test were processed through SPSS version 24. Based on analysis and findings, the researcher concluded that in experimental group (EXG) the level of ALT and ALP was found significantly higher (p<0.05) as compared to control group (CG). Based on conclusion, it is hereby recommended by the researcher that for the purpose to promote the functional capacity of liver, low as well as moderate intensity exercise should be performed on daily basis. In addition, in this study due to lack of financial resources, two basic liver enzymes i.e.ALT and ALP were measured, therefore the other enzymes like as AST and bilirubin also need to be examined in such other research studies.

scholarly journals Exercise and Retrieval-Induced Forgetting

Psych ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 405-411
Author(s):  
Justin Cantrelle ◽  
Paul Loprinzi
Keyword(s):  
Acute Exercise ◽  
Retrieval Practice ◽  
Memory Task ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Parallel Group ◽  
Main Effect ◽  
Induced Forgetting ◽  
Experimental Group

Retrieving a subset of items from memory can cause forgetting of other related items in memory, referred to as retrieval-induced forgetting (RIF). This type of forgetting (RIF) is thought to be related to working memory and executive control processes, of which are known to be influenced by acute exercise. The objective of this study was to evaluate whether acute exercise could accentuate RIF. A two-arm, parallel-group randomized controlled intervention was employed. Participants (N = 40) were randomized into one of two groups, including an experimental group (15-min of moderate-intensity exercise) and a control group (time-matched seated task). Retrieval-induced forgetting (RIF) and retrieval practice (RP) were assessed from a category-exemplar memory task. There was no significant main effect for RIF and no group by RIF interaction, suggesting that acute exercise did not alter RIF more than the control group. There was a significant main effect for RP, but there was no group by RP interaction. These RP findings align with the RIF findings, indicating that acute exercise did not alter RP more so than the control group. In conclusion, our experimental results do not provide support for an association of acute exercise on retrieval-induced forgetting or retrieval practice.

Impact of Askling L-PROTOCOL on muscle architecture, flexibility and sprint performance.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diego Alonso-Fernandez ◽  
Juan Martinez-Fernandez ◽  
Pedro Docampo-Blanco ◽  
Rosana Fernandez-Rodriguez
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Architecture ◽  
Sprint Performance ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Maximum Speed ◽  
Eccentric Training ◽  
Fascicle Length ◽  
Hamstring Flexibility ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Eccentric training has been shown to be important for hamstring strain injuries rehabilitation and prevention. The Askling L-PROTOCOL (L-P), comprising three exercises aimed at eccentric training and hamstring lengthening, was shown to improve this injuries recovery and relapse times in comparison with other traditional exercise-based protocols. However, the causes of these results remain unclear. This study looks at the impact of an 8-week L-P followed by 4 weeks of detraining on the architecture of the biceps femoris long head, hamstring flexibility and sprint performance. Twenty-eight healthy individuals were divided into two groups: an experimental group, which carried out the L-P, and a control group with no training. Muscle architecture was measured using 2Dultrasound, hamstring flexibility using goniometry and sprint performance using sports radar equipment before(M1) and after(M2) the training period and after detraining(M3). No significant changes were observed between M1 and M2 in the experimental group with regard to fascicle length(t=-0.79,P>.05), theoretical maximum speed (t=-1.43,P>.05), horizontal force (t=0.09,P>.05), force application during sprint running(t=-0.09,P>.05) and horizontal power (t =-0.97,P>.05), but, however, changes were observed in hamstring flexibility (t=-4.42,d=0.98,P<.001) returning to pre-training values after detraining period(t=-1.11,P>.05). L-P has been shown to be an eccentric protocol of moderate intensity and easy implementation that could be interesting to include throughout a sport season.

scholarly journals Contrast‐Induced Acute Kidney Injury in Patients Undergoing TAVI Compared With Coronary Interventions

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (16) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriele Venturi ◽  
Michele Pighi ◽  
Gabriele Pesarini ◽  
Valeria Ferrero ◽  
Mattia Lunardi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acute Kidney Injury ◽  
Aortic Valve ◽  
Serum Creatinine ◽  
Contrast Medium ◽  
Kidney Function ◽  
Kidney Injury ◽  
Serum Creatinine Concentration ◽  
Creatinine Concentration ◽  
Emergency Procedures ◽  
The Impact

Background Differences in the impact of contrast medium on the development of contrast‐induced acute kidney injury (CI‐AKI) in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) or a coronary angiography/percutaneous coronary intervention (CA/PCI) have not been previously investigated. Methods and Results Patients treated with TAVI or elective CA/PCI were retrospectively analyzed in terms of baseline and procedural characteristics, including preprocedural and postprocedural kidney function. CI‐AKI was defined as a relative increase in serum creatinine concentration of at least 0.3 mg/dL within 72 hours of contrast‐medium administration compared with baseline. The incidence of CI‐AKI in the TAVI versus CA/PCI group was compared. After the exclusion of patients in dialysis and emergency procedures, 977 patients were analyzed; there were 489 patients who had undergone TAVI (50.1%) and 488 patients who had undergone CA/PCI (49.9%). Patients treated by TAVI were older, presenting a higher rate of anemia and chronic kidney disease ( P <0.001 for all comparisons). Consistently, they also had a significantly lower glomerular filtration rate and higher serum creatinine concentration ( P <0.001 for all). However, the occurrence of CI‐AKI was significantly lower in these patients compared with patients treated by a CA/PCI (6.7% versus 14.5%, P <0.001). At multivariate analysis, the TAVI procedure had an independent protective effect on CI‐AKI incidence among total population (odds ratio, 0.334; 95% CI, 0.193–0.579; P <0.001). This observation was confirmed after propensity score matching among 360 patients (180 by TAVI and 180 by CA/PCI; P =0.002). Conclusions CI‐AKI occurred less frequently in patients undergoing TAVI than in patients undergoing a CA/PCI, despite a worse‐risk profile. The impact of contrast administration on kidney function in patients who had undergone TAVI may be better tolerated because of the hemodynamic changes following aortic valve replacement.

scholarly journals Innovative Strategies to Reach Diverse Elders: Using Age-Tastic to Improve Health and Well-Being

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 374-375
Author(s):  
Jacquelin Berman ◽  
Manoj Pardasani ◽  
Madison Gates ◽  
Mebane Powell
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Behavioral Change ◽  
Randomized Control Trial ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Falls Prevention ◽  
Medium Effect ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Randomized Control ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Abstract This session will present the findings of a randomized control trial evaluating the impact Age-Tastic has on behavioral change. Age-Tastic is an eight-week intervention that uses game play, group facilitated discussion, and at home activities to promote positive behavioral change. There are five behavioral change domains: emotional well-being, nutrition, financial exploitation, falls prevention, and health literacy. A randomized control trial was conducted in New York City senior centers and include a diverse group of older adults. There were 98 older adults assigned to an experimental or control group. Participants in both groups completed a baseline survey, which was repeated at the end of the intervention and at week sixteen. The experimental (n = 64) and control (n = 34) groups did not significantly differ at baseline in regard to behaviors; however, upon completion of the intervention, the experimental group had significantly changed health behaviors (p &lt; .05) compared to the control group. The behavior change reported by the experimental group was maintained at week sixteen (p &lt; .001) with a medium effect size (ε2 = .17). In addition the experimental group also reported significant improvements at weeks eight (p &lt; .001) and sixteen (p &lt; .001) with large effect sizes (r2 = .62 and .52, respectively). This study found that Age-Tastic is an effective intervention for engaging older adults holistically about their health and wellness and for promoting positive behavioral change among diverse racial and ethnic populations.

Effect of Standard-Dose Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole on the Serum Potassium Concentration in Elderly Men

1996 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 347-350 ◽  
Author(s):  
James M Witt ◽  
Ji M Koo ◽  
Byron D Danielson
Keyword(s):  
Serum Creatinine ◽  
Serum Potassium ◽  
Potassium Concentration ◽  
Standard Dose ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Serum Creatinine Concentration ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Creatinine Concentration ◽  
Serum Potassium Concentration

OBJECTIVE: To determine the effect of standard-dose trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX) (TMP 160 mg and SMX 800 mg q12h) on the serum potassium concentration. DESIGN: Retrospective and concurrent study. SETTING: A Veterans Affairs Medical Center. PATIENTS: Fifty-three men hospitalized at the Fargo Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Thirty-three patients who received standard-dose TMP/SMX for 3 or more days comprised the study group. Twenty patients who received oral cephradine or amoxicillin for 3 or more days comprised the control group. Patients who received potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs, beta-blockers, heparin, known nephrotoxic agents, patients with a serum creatinine concentration of more than 177 μmol/L, and patients with baseline hyperkalemia (serum potassium concentration>5.1 mmol/L) were excluded. RESULTS: The serum potassium concentration in the study group was 4.22 ± 0.40 mmol/L and increased by 0.31 ± 0.38 mmol/L at the end of therapy (p < 0.001). Twenty-six patients in the study group (78.8%) had an increase in the serum potassium concentration during TMP/SMX therapy. Fourteen of these patients had follow-up serum potassium concentrations obtained after completion of therapy. The serum potassium concentration returned to baseline in 10 of these patients. The serum creatinine concentration also increased during therapy. However, the correlation between the increase in the serum potassium concentration and the increase in the serum creatinine concentration was weak (Pearson r = 0.29). The serum potassium in the control group was 4.34 mmol/L and remained essentially unchanged during therapy. CONCLUSIONS: Therapy with standard-dose TMP/SMX is associated with a slight increase in the serum potassium concentration. Routine monitoring of the serum potassium concentration in patients who are treated with standard-dose TMP/SMX therapy is unnecessary. However, TMP/SMX should be considered as a possible cause of unexplained hyperkalemia in elderly patients receiving TMP/SMX therapy.

scholarly journals Exercise as an Emerging Factor Effecting Cardiovascular Health (An Experimental Approach)

2021 ◽  
pp. 193-205
Author(s):  
Alamgir Khan ◽  
Muhammad Zafar Iqbal Butt ◽  
Shahzaman Khan ◽  
Abdul Jabbar Tanweer ◽  
Abdul Manan Tanweer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Test Data ◽  
Cardiovascular Health ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Exercise Protocol ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Written Informed Consent

This resaerch study was basically carried out for the purpose to assess the effect of moderate intensity exercise on cardiovascular health. Ten (10) participants were voluntarily selected and thus they were randomly divided into two (02) groups i.e. (Experimental Group (EG)=05+ Control Group (CG)=05.A self-made eight weeks’ self-made moderate intensity exercise protocol was applied on all the subjects. Pre and post test data were collected through Harvard Step Test. A written informed consent was taken from each subject before participation in the study. All participants were informed about the benefits and risk factors of the study. After fulfilling all the ethical protocols, eight weeks self-made moderate intensity exercise protocol was applied on all the subjects. Pre and post test data were collected through Harvard Step Test. The collected data were tabulated and analyzed by using various statistical tools. On the basis of analysis the researcher arrived at conclusion that exercise has a significant effect on cardiovascular health.

Impact of an educative program on dialysis patients’ knowledge and mental health: controlled before and after program

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 20204
Author(s):  
Laetitia Idier ◽  
Aurélie Untas ◽  
Nicole Rascle ◽  
Michèle Koleck ◽  
Maider Aguirrezabal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Vascular Access ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Psychological State ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Dialysis Patients ◽  
Emotional Change ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Introduction:Psychological impact of Therapeutic Patient Education (TPE) for dialysis patients is rarely evaluated since the focus of many studies is on medical variables (i.e., adherence).Objectives:The aims of this study were: 1) to estimate the impact of a TPE program on knowledge, depression and anxiety, 2) to examine change in knowledge as a mediator of the effects of a TPE program on mental health.Method:This study was conducted in three hemodialysis units and comprised two groups: an experimental group with education and a control group with routine care. The program was based of 5 educative sessions. Knowledge, depressive and anxious symptoms were assessed with self-reported outcomes measured before and 3 months after the program.Results:The sample comprised 125 patients. Knowledge about vascular access and nutrition (p < 0.01) and depressive symptoms increased in the experimental group (p < 0.01). Analysis of mediation showed that changes in knowledge about vascular access were a significant mediator of the effects of the program on depressive symptoms (F = 4.90;p = 0.01).Discussion:Knowledge acquired during an educational program could lead to an emotional change. Improving knowledge often leads to an awareness of the risks that can modify the psychological state of patients by reminding them of their vulnerability. This study shows that it is required to be attentive to the way of transmitting knowledge. It’s necessary adapting this transmission to the needs of patients and promoting the acquisition of psychosocial competence too.Conclusion:This study shows that knowledge acquired during an educational program can lead to an emotional change in the short term. A long-term follow-up of the population should be interesting to observe these emotional effects.

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