scholarly journals Determination of Ballistic Six Exercises and Theraband Exercises on Physical Performance in Badminton Players: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

2021 ◽  
pp. 281-291
Author(s):  
Simran Narang ◽  
Deepali Patil
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Exercise Group ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Kinetic Chain ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Shoulder Strength ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
And Function ◽  
Medicine Ball

Aims: During regular training, players sustain injuries on a regular basis. Based on the fact that badminton isn't seem at all a contact sport the majority of ailments are caused by overuse. A participant must perform a variety of quick yet repeated shoulder actions and repetitive motions put tension mostly on tissues with time, putting them at risk of damage. Current study was done to compare the effects of Ballistic Six training and Theraband exercises on shoulder strength, agility, speed and function in novice badminton player. Study Design: Randomized Controlled Trial. Place and Duration of Study: Sport clubs were selected according to feasibility in Wardha, from July 2020 to June 2021. Methodology: 40 subjects of both gender aged between 18 to 25 years were selected who have being playing badminton for more than a year. Subjects were randomized into two groups, Group A (Ballistic Six Exercise group) and Group B (Theraband exercise group). Assessments done were sitting medicine ball throw test (SMBT) for shoulder strength, closed kinetic chain upper extremity stability test (CKUCEST) for agility, plate tapping test (PTT) for speed and Kerlan Jobe Orthopaedic Clinical Score (KJOC) for shoulder function. Assessments were done at baseline, post 8 weeks of training and at the end of 6 months. Results: Significant increase in mean sitting medicine ball throw test SMBT, CKUCEST, PTT and KJOC score in both group but Group A showed more improvement than Group B. Conclusion: Study concluded that adding of Ballisitic Six plyometric training for novice badminton players would increase the shoulder strength, agility, speed and function than the theraband exercises.

scholarly journals Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Comparing Transurethral Eneucleation and Resection of Prostate and Trans-urethral Resection of Prostate in the Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 216-220
Author(s):  
Md Mehedi Hasan ◽  
Samira Rahat Afroze ◽  
Muhammad Abdur Rahim ◽  
Muhammad Abdus Salam
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Ethical Review ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Transurethral Resection Of Prostate ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group B

Background: Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) is the predominant surgical procedure for benign prostatic hypertension (BPH) but is not devoid of complications like capsular perforation, drop in Hb%, drop in Na+, residual adenoma; hence endeavors are evolving to combat such complications. A newer technique transurethral enucleation and resection of prostate (TUERP) has been devised to solve these problems. This study was designed to compare the safety and the efficacy of newer technique, TUERP with widely practiced TURP Methods: This randomized controlled trial was done at BSMMU, after getting ethical approval from the ethical review committee of the institute, from January to October, 2009. A total of 60 BPH patients were purposively enrolled in this study, after obtaining informed written consent and they were randomized as control, Group A (30 patients, underwent TURP) and experimental group, Group B (30 patients, underwent TEURP).Results: The mean preoperative Hb% level of Group A was 15.1 gm% (SD ± 0.5) and perioperative Hb% level was 13.04 gm% (SD ± 6.06). There was significant difference (P <0.05). The mean preoperative Hb% of Group B was 15.2 gm% (SD ± 0.5) and perioperative Hb% was 15.2 gm% (SD ± 0.48). There was no difference (P >0.05). The mean preoperative Na + of Group A was 140 mmol/l (SD ± 4.1) and perioperative Na+ was 126 mmol/l (SD ± 6.8). There was significant difference (P<0.01). The mean preoperative Na+ of Group B was 136 mmol/l (SD ± 4) and perioperative Na+ was 136 mmol/l (SD ± 2.70). There was no difference (P >0.05).Conclusion: TUERP eliminates drop in Hb% and Na+which are usual consequences following TURP. Thus TUERP can be advocated in the treatment of BPH as it also allows completeresection down to surgical capsule.Birdem Med J 2017; 7(3): 216-220

Does low-frequency vibration have an effect on aligner treatment? A single-centre, randomized controlled trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 434-443
Author(s):  
Luca Lombardo ◽  
Angela Arreghini ◽  
Luis T Huanca Ghislanzoni ◽  
Giuseppe Siciliani
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Tooth Movement ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Single Centre ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Low Frequency Vibration ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Summary Background Low-frequency vibrations have been proposed as a means of accelerating tooth movement and reducing orthodontic treatment times. Objective To determine any differences in the accuracy of dental movement in patients treated with a low-frequency vibration aligner protocol and/or by reducing the aligner replacement interval with respect to a conventional protocol. Design This trial was designed as a single-centre, randomized controlled clinical trial. Methods Participants: Patients (aged 27.1 ± 9.0 years) who required orthodontic treatment with aligners. Randomization: Patients were randomly allocated to three arms as determined by a computer-randomization scheme. Group A were assigned a conventional protocol (aligners replaced every 14 days); group B also used a low-frequency vibration device for 20 minutes per day; group C followed the same vibration protocol but replaced their aligners every 7 days. Blinding: The operator who performed the set-up and the one who analysed the data were blinded to the group of the patients. Outcome: Pre- and post-treatment digital models were analysed using VAM software to identify the accuracy/imprecision of dental movements. One-way analysis of variance (P < 0.05) and the Bonferroni post hoc test were used to identify any statistically significant differences between the three arms in terms of the accuracy of tooth movement versus the prescription. Results Numbers analysed: A total of 45 patients (15 for group) were analysed (i.e. 2286 dental movements). Outcome: No statistically significant differences emerged between groups A and C in the upper arch, or among groups A, B, and C in the lower. Group B displayed significantly greater accuracy with respect to group A in upper incisor rotation (P = 0.016), and to group C in vestibulolingual (P = 0.007) and mesiodistal tipping (P = 0.029) of the upper canines, and vestibulolingual tipping of the upper molars (P = 0.0001). Harms: No adverse events or side-effects were registered. Conclusions Considering all tooth and movement types of the 45 participants, the mean total imprecision was 2.1 ± 0.9 degrees, with respect to a mean prescription of 5.7 ± 2.2 degrees. There was no difference in accuracy between replacing the aligners accompanied by low-frequency vibration every 7 days and replacing them every 14 days without vibration. Moreover, low-frequency vibration seemed to improve the accuracy of a conventional protocol in terms of upper incisor rotation. Trial registration The German Clinical Trials Register (DRK00015613).

scholarly journals Surgical versus optical treatment for anisometropia in adults: a randomized controlled trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 57-66
Author(s):  
Mohammed Iqbal ◽  
Ali Mahmoud ◽  
Marcos Zarif ◽  
Ahmad Gad
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Adult Patients ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Distance Visual Acuity ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Minimal Improvement ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Spectacle Correction

Background: We evaluated and compared outcomes of laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) versus optical spectacle correction for the treatment of anisometropia in adult patients. Methods: This prospective, randomized controlled clinical trial included 50 eyes of 50 patients. We randomly allocated participants to Group A (25 eyes with anisometropia assigned to LASIK treatment) and Group B (25 eyes with anisometropia assigned to optical spectacle correction). All patients underwent preoperative and postoperative visual acuity, subjective and cycloplegic refraction, fundus, slit-lamp, and corneal topography examinations. Results: In Group A, at 1-month postoperatively, there were statistically significant differences in uncorrected distance visual acuity, corrected distance visual acuity, refractive sphere, cylinder, and spherical equivalent (SE) as compared to baseline. At 3-months postoperatively in Group A, SE showed good stability within ± 0.50 diopter (D) in 22 eyes (88%) and within ± 0.75 D in 23 eyes (92%), while two eyes had an SE beyond 1.00 D emmetropia. Five eyes had amblyopia with minimal improvement in two eyes in Group A after LASIK, and no improvement in three eyes treated with spectacles in Group B. Two amblyopic eyes had developed ocular deviations by the end of the study that referred to the strabismus unit. Conclusions: Our outcomes revealed that LASIK was more effective and advantageous than spectacles in the treatment of different types of anisometropia in adults. However, future randomized trials should focus on optical versus surgical treatment of anisometropia and anisometropic amblyopia in both pediatric and adult patients, to verify these conclusions before generalizing this treatment modality.

Radiofrequency ablation for markedly incompetent perforators versus compression therapy in the management of post-phelebtic venous ulcers: A randomized controlled trial

Vascular ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 170853812110100
Author(s):  
Mohamed Shukri Abdelgawad ◽  
Amr M El-Shafei ◽  
Hesham A Sharaf El-Din ◽  
Ehab M Saad ◽  
Tamer A Khafagy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Compression Therapy ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Venous Ulcers ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
To Receive

Background Venus ulcers developed mainly due to reflux of incompetent venous valves in perforating veins. Patients and methods In this randomized controlled trial, 119 patients recruited over two years, with post-phelebtic venous leg ulcers, were randomly assigned into one of two groups: either to receive radiofrequency ablation of markedly incompetent perforators (Group A, n = 62 patients) or to receive conventional compression therapy (Group B, n = 57 patients). Follow-up duration required for ulcer healing continued for 24 months post randomization. Results Statistically significant shorter time to healing (ulcer complete healing or satisfactory clinical improvement) between both groups (56 patients, 90.3% of cases in Group A versus 44 patients 77.2% of cases in Group B) over the follow-up period of 24 months was attained ( p  = 0.001). Also, significantly different ulcer recurrence was recorded between both groups, 8 patients (12.9%) in Group A versus 19 patients (33.3%) in Group B ( p = 0.004). Conclusion In absence of deep venous obstruction, the monopolar radiofrequency ablation for incompetent perforators is a feasible and effective method that surpasses the traditional compression protocol for incompetent perforator-induced venous ulcers in terms of time required for healing even in the presence of unresolved deep venous valvular reflux.

scholarly journals Impact of the 25-Hydroxycholecalciferol Concentration and Vitamin D Deficiency Treatment on Changes in the Bone Level at the Implant Site during the Process of Osseointegration: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 526
Author(s):  
Jakub Kwiatek ◽  
Aleksandra Jaroń ◽  
Grzegorz Trybek
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Group A ◽  
Bone Level ◽  
Group B ◽  
Implant Treatment ◽  
Correct Level ◽  
25 Hydroxycholecalciferol

Introduction: The most important factor which is responsible for the positive course of implant treatment is the process of osseointegration between the implant structure and the host’s bone tissue. The aim of this study was to assess what effect the 25-hydroxycholecalciferol concentration and vitamin D deficiency treatment have on changes in the bone level at the implant site during the process of osseointegration in the mandible. Materials and Methods: The study was with 122 people qualified for implant surgery, who were assigned to three research groups (A, B, and C). Laboratory, clinical, and radiological tests were performed on the day of surgery, and after 6 and 12 weeks. The bone level in the immediate proximity of the implant was determined by radiovisiography (RVG). Results: The bone level after 12 weeks in Groups B and C was significantly higher than after 6 weeks. The bone level in the study Group B was significantly higher than in Group A. The study showed that the higher the levels of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol were observed on the day of surgery, the higher was the level of bone surrounding the implant after 6 and 12 after surgery. Conclusion: The correct level of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol on the day of surgery and vitamin D deficiency treatment significantly increase the bone level at the implant site in the process of radiologically assessed osseointegration.

Effects of Calisthenics and Pilates Exercises on Coordination and Proprioception in Adult Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2012 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 235-243 ◽  
Author(s):  
Derya Ozer Kaya ◽  
Irem Duzgun ◽  
Gul Baltaci ◽  
Selma Karacan ◽  
Filiz Colakoglu
Keyword(s):  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Exercise Group ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Kinetic Chain ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Closed Kinetic Chain

Objective:To assess and compare the effects of 6 mo of Pilates and calisthenics on multijoint coordination and proprioception of the lower limbs at the 3rd and 6th mo of training.Design:Randomized, controlled, assessor-blinded, repeated-measures.Setting:University research laboratory.Participants and Intervention:Healthy, sedentary, female participants age 25–50 y were recruited and randomly divided into 3 groups: a calisthenic exercise group (n = 34, mean age ± SD 40 ± 8 y, body-mass index [BMI] 31.04 ± 4.83 kg/m2), a Pilates exercise group (n = 32, mean age ± SD 37 ± 8 y, BMI 31.04 ± 4.83 kg/m2), and a control group (n = 41, mean age ± SD 41 ± 7 y, BMI 27.09 ± 4.77 kg/m2). The calisthenics and Pilates groups underwent related training programs for 6 mo, while the controls had no specific training.Main Outcome Measures:Coordination and proprioception of the lower extremities with concentric and eccentric performances in the closed kinetic chain assessed with the monitored rehab functional squat system at baseline and at the 3rd and 6th mo of training.Results:For the within-group comparison, coordinative concentric and eccentric deviation values were significantly decreased for both dominant and nondominant lower limbs at pretraining and at the 3rd and 6th mo posttraining in the calisthenics group (P < .05). In contrast, there was no improvement in the Pilates group throughout the training. However, for comparisons between groups, the baseline values of coordinative concentric and eccentric deviations were different in the calisthenics group than in Pilates and the controls (P < .05). There were no differences in the proprioception values of either visible or nonvisible movement in any group throughout the training (P > .05).Conclusions:It seems that calisthenic exercises are more likely to improve coordination of the lower extremity after 3 and 6 mo of training than Pilates exercises. Calisthenic exercises may be useful for individuals who require improved coordination.

Comparison of Post-Operative Quality of Life between Vaginal Hysterectomy and Abdominal Hysterectomy

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (7) ◽  
pp. 1801-1803
Author(s):  
Nazia Sajjad ◽  
Sara Qadir ◽  
Rukhsana Kasi ◽  
Tayyaba Rasheed ◽  
Fozia Unar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Vaginal Hysterectomy ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Abdominal Hysterectomy ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Satisfactory Quality

Objectives: To compare the frequency of satisfactory quality of life between vaginal hysterectomy and abdominal hysterectomy. Study Design: Randomized controlled trial. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niazi Medical & Dental College, Sargodha from 1st April 2020 to 31st December 2020. Methodology: Ninety patients were comprised and they were divided in two groups; group A (vaginal hysterectomy) and Group B (abdominal hysterectomy) were performed. Hysterectomies (vaginal or abdominal) were performed by consultant gynecologist having experience at having least 5 years). Results: Mean age of the patients was 49.82±3.207 years, mean age of the patients of group A was 49.82±3.193 years and mean age of the patients of group B was 49.82±3.256 years. Satisfactory quality of life was noted in 38 (84.44%) patients of study group A and 29 (64.44%) patients of study group B. Statistically significant (P = 0.051) difference between the frequency of satisfactory quality of life between the both groups was noted. Conclusion: Results of this study reveals that post hysterectomy quality of life found more satisfactory in vaginal hysterectomy group as compared to abdominal hysterectomy group. Insignificant association of post hysterectomy quality of life with age group, marital status, parity and socio-economical status was found. Findings of this study also revealed that post hysterectomy satisfactory quality of life is not associated with education of the patients. Key words: Hysterectomy, Quality of life, abdomen, vagina, WHO, Uterus

scholarly journals Efficacy of High-Power Laser in Alleviating Pain and Improving Function of Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-43
Author(s):  
Farshad Nouri ◽  
Seyed Ahmad Raeissadat ◽  
Dariush Eliaspour ◽  
Seyed Mansoor Rayegani ◽  
Maryam Sadat Rahimi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
The Other ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Group A ◽  
Laser Group ◽  
Group B ◽  
Single Blind ◽  
Post Therapy

Introduction: In this study, a single-blind and randomized controlled trial (RCT) for assessing the effectiveness of high-power (up to 12 W) laser therapy (HPLT) on patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) was carried out. Methods: Forty-four patients were randomly assigned to two treatment groups by generating random numbers with MATLAB 2014b software, where odd and even numbers were attributed to sham laser group (group A) and actual laser group (group B), respectively. Group B patients underwent HPLT with total dose of 300 J/session for 5 consecutive sessions separated by a 2-day interval. On the other hand, sham laser was applied to group A patients. Both groups had the same exercise therapy programs during the study period (3 months). The exercise therapy program included isometric knee exercise for 3 sets per day and 10 times in each set, with duration of 10 seconds per time and straight leg raise for 15 seconds 10 times a day. The group codes of patients were not revealed to subjects and data analyzer until completion of the study. Kujala, the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) and visual analog scale (VAS) questionnaires were chosen as outcome measures. These questionnaires were completed at three points during the study; at the beginning of the study to obtain the pre-therapy conditions and one month and three months after the start of the study to evaluate post-therapy conditions. Results: Two main analyses were conducted: within-group and between-group analyses. Withingroup analyses indicated significant improvements in respect to all measurements where pretherapy and post-therapy comparisons were conducted in both groups (P < 0.05). On the other hand, between-group comparisons did not reveal any statistically significant functional difference between group A and group B regarding the evaluative criteria (P > 0.05) except for pain VAS (P < 0.05). Conclusion: This study indicated that short-term HPLT accompanied by appropriate exercise regimen significantly decreased pain in patients with PFPS. But it was not recommended as an efficient modality in functional improvement. Also, it was observed that, in the short-term period of study, HPLT was a safe modality.

scholarly journals Clinical Efficacy Of Ceftriaxone Versus Ciprofloxacin In Paediatric Enteric Fever

2018 ◽  
Vol 08 (02) ◽  
pp. 67-71
Author(s):  
Anila Farhat ◽  
Asma Shaukat ◽  
Tariq Mahmood Khan
Keyword(s):  
Enteric Fever ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Clinical Effectiveness ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group B ◽  
Objective Determination

Objective: Determination of the clinical effectiveness of ciprofloxacin versus ceftriaxone in children with enteric fever on the basis of defervescence within 72 hours of commencement of treatment. Duration and Place of Study: This randomized controlled trial was carried out from 15th May to 15th November 2017 in pediatrics units of Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Teaching Hospital Abbottabad and Jinnah International Hospital Abbottabad. Methodology: 90 children with uncomplicated enteric fever were admitted and divided randomly into two groups, Group A was administered I/V Ceftriaxone 75mg/kg OD and Group B was given I/V Ciprofloxacin 10mg/kg BD for seven days. Response to drug was taken as defervescence within 72 hours while continued fever after 72 hours was taken as no response. The data was analyzed by using SPSS Version 21.00. Results: In our research study 53(58.9%) children were male and 37(41.1%) patients were female. The mean age was 8.43±3.17 years encompassing 4 to 14 years, mean weight of the patients in kg was 29.54±10.8 kg. Efficacy of ceftriaxone group was 93.3% while in ciprofloxacin group 62.2% patients became afebrile in 72 hours. The proportion of achieving defervescence within 72 hours was higher with ceftriaxone than with ciprofloxacin Conclusion: Ceftriaxone is more efficacious in terms of achieving defervescence than ciprofloxacin in children having enteric fever.

scholarly journals A Randomized Controlled Trial of Attentional Control Training for Treating Alcohol Use Disorder

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angelina Isabella Mellentin ◽  
W. Miles Cox ◽  
Javad S. Fadardi ◽  
Laila Martinussen ◽  
Nicolaj Mistarz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Attentional Control ◽  
Alcohol Use Disorder ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Smartphone Application ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Alcohol Cues ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Background: There is consistent evidence that community and clinical samples of individuals with an alcohol use disorder (AUD) have attentional biases toward alcohol cues. The alcohol attentional control training program (AACTP) has shown promise for retraining these biases and decreasing alcohol consumption in community samples of excessive drinkers. However, there is a lack of evidence regarding the effectiveness of ACTP in clinical AUD samples. The main aim of the present study is to investigate whether primary pharmacological and psychological, evidence-based alcohol treatment can be enhanced by the addition of a gamified AACTP smartphone application for patients with an AUD.Design and Methods: The study will be implemented as a randomized controlled trial. A total of 317 consecutively enrolled patients with AUD will be recruited from alcohol outpatient clinics in Denmark. Patients will be randomized to one of three groups upon initiation of primary alcohol treatment: Group A: a gamified AACTP smartphone application + treatment as usual (TAU); Group B: a gamified AACTP sham-control application + TAU; or Group C: only TAU. Treatment outcomes will be assessed at baseline, post-treatment, and at 3- and 6-month follow-ups. Repeated measures MANOVA will be used to compare the trajectories of the groups over time on alcohol attentional bias, alcohol craving, and drinking reductions. It is hypothesized that Group A will achieve better treatment outcomes than either Group B or Group C.Perspectives: Because attentional bias for alcohol cues is proportional to the amount of alcohol consumed, and these biases are not addressed within current evidence-based treatment programs, this study is expected to provide new evidence regarding the effectiveness of the gamified AACTP in a clinical population. Furthermore, due to promising results found using AACTP in community samples of excessive drinkers, there is a high probability that the AACTP treatment in this study will also be effective, thereby allowing AACTP to be readily implemented in clinical settings. Finally, we expect that this study will increase the effectiveness of evidence-based AUD treatment and introduce a new, low-cost gamified treatment targeting patients with an AUD. Overall, this study is likely to have an impact at the scientific, clinical, and societal levels.Clinical Trial Registration:https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05102942?term=NCT05102942&amp;draw=2&amp;rank=1, identifier: NCT05102942.

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