SUMMARY Introduction. The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of fetal programming due to maternal obesity and/or periodontitis (PD) on the morphology and morphometry of the extensor digitorum longus (EDL) muscle in adult offspring of Wistar rats. Methods. Twenty pregnant Wistar rats were used for formation of the parental gener- ation: one … Continued
SUMMARY Normative muscle fiber morphometrics serve as a reference to assess injuries and the response to different treatments and as well as physiological adjustments that occur in sports or during the aging process. Animal models using rats are common, but data on muscle morphometrics are scarce. The purpose of this study was to determine the … Continued
SUMMARY Introduction. Blood flow restriction (BFR) training has been shown to be an effective strategy for improving morphology and increasing muscle strength in humans. However, there are still doubts about the mechanisms that lead BFR to promote these benefits in the musculoskeletal system. Objective. To analyze the effects of strength training with and without blood … Continued
SUMMARY Introduction. Para table tennis is a popular sport among individuals with disabilities, and each Paralympic sport has its own classification system. This classification aims to minimize the impact of impairments caused by disability on athletic performance. In the present study, the electromyographic variables of the muscles involved in perform- ing the forehand loop and … Continued
SUMMARY Introduction. Scarf-Akin and Lapidus-Akin osteotomies are both well-known tech- niques used in managing hallux valgus deformities. The aim of this study is to deter- mine the difference between Scarf-Akin and Lapidus-Akin osteotomies, examining both radiological and patient reported outcomes. Methods. Articles were obtained using the PubMed and ScienceDirect database. A total of 31 articles … Continued
SUMMARY This study provides an accessible guide to fundamental statistical principles for orthope- dic surgeons, essential for interpreting research and applying evidence-based practices. Using a hypothetical study comparing robotic-assisted total knee replacement (RTKR) to conventional knee replacement (CKR), we demonstrate key statistical concepts like variability, hypothesis testing, and confidence intervals. We explain common errors, such … Continued
SUMMARY Background. Quercetin has therapeutic potential in the recovery of musculoskeletal injuries, but orally, this polyphenol presents poor absorption because of its poor water solubility and structural instability. However, its penetration through the skin can be enhanced by quercetin-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers (NLC-Q), even more, when associated with pulsed therapeutic ultrasound (PUT). Objective. To evaluate … Continued
SUMMARY Background. The study aimed to assess the combined exercise effects of the Circulating Levels of microRNA-122 and weight Change in men with metabolic syndrome (MeS). Methods. Forty men with MetS according to International Diabetes Federation criteria were randomized interventional and control groups. We investigated the effect of 12 weeks combined exercise on Levels of … Continued
SUMMARY Background. Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) poses significant challenges in clinical management due to its multifactorial etiology and limited treatment options. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) has emerged as a promising intervention in the recent past. This review aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of ESWT in managing GTPS symptoms. Methods. Systematic searches were conducted … Continued
SUMMARY Aim and background. Lateral epicondylitis (LE), commonly known as tennis elbow, is characterized by pain and reduced elbow function due to overuse of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) muscle. This study evaluates the effectiveness of exercise therapy in improving grip strength and electromyography (EMG) patterns of the ECRBmuscle in LE patients. Materials and … Continued