Post-test Values Research Articles

EFFECTIVENESS OF PLYOMETRIC EXERCISE ON LOWER EXTREMITY FUNCTION AMONG CLASSICAL BHARATANATYAM DANCERS.

Background: Aramandi is the most basic position in Bharatanatyam which is like Demiplie position of ballet dancers in which both the legs were internally rotated. Gaining proficiency in Bharatanatyam requires rigorous training for prolonged periods of time while maintaining specific postures which begin at a very young age during the adolescent growth spurt. Objective. To find out the effectiveness of plyometric exercise on lower extremity function among classical Bharatanatyam dancers Methods. Totally 20 classical dancers were recruited in accordance with inclusion criteria. Classical dancers were given plyometric exercise. Post-test taken for 20 participants with regular follow up. The LEFS questionnaire is an outcome measure that is used before and after the treatment. Result. The obtained data were analyzed by using paired ‘t’ test comparison of pre and post-test value for LEFS questionnaire the p value is 0.001. Hence, it is concluded that the LEFS questionnaire has highly significant. Conclusion. This study concluded that plyometric exercise had beneficial effect to shows that there is an improvement on lower extremity function among classical Bharatanatyam dancers.

The Effect of TGT (Teams Games Tournament) Learning Model on Statistics Material of Grade VII on Mathematical Problem Solving Ability

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the TGT (Teams Games Tournament) learning model on statistics material for class VII junior high school on mathematical problem solving abilities. This research was a quantitative research using Quasi Experimental Design. The sampling technique in this study used purposive sampling. Class VII D, consisted of 24 students as the experimental class and class VII C consisted 24 students as the control class. The instruments used in this research were Pretest-Posttest with 3 questions. The data analysis techniques used in processing the data were analysis prerequisite tests (normality test and homogeneity test), hypothesis testing, and the N-Gain test. Based on the results of calculations that have been carried out, the posttest average value for the experimental class was 92, while the posttest average value for the control class was 85. In addition, based on the data obtained from the results of the hypothesis testing, it results that the value is 0.000 then Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. This is in line with the average N-Gain value in the experimental class resulting in 0.82 high criteria, while the average N-Gain value in the control class produces 0.66 medium criteria. So it can be concluded that there is an influence of the TGT (Teams Games Tournament) learning model on students' mathematical problem solving abilities.

The Influence of Problem Based e-Modules on Students' Motivation and Learning Outcomes in Acid-Base Material

The purpose of this study is to ascertain how problem-based online modules affect students' learning results in acid-base chemistry and to determine the correlation of e-modules with motivation and student learning in acid-base materials at SMA Negeri 11 Medan. This research took a sample consisting of 1 group, namely the experimental group in class XI MIPA 6. Tests for normality, homogeneity, hypothesis, and correlation are used in data gathering procedures. After testing, the prerequisite is that the experimental data is normally distributed, for the homogeneous test the experimental class is homogeneous. To test the hypothesis, test is used One Sample T Test, and to test the correlation test is used Product Moment then the data results are obtained for the value hypothesis tcount > ttable, then Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected with the pret-test value in the experimental class, namely X and the post-test value in the experimental class, namely X, correlation test rcount > rtable, then Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. The findings indicated that learning results were different before and after receiving media therapy in the form of problem-based e-modules. Additionally, the relationship between students' motivation and the chemistry learning results in problem-based e-modules.

Effectiveness of joint mobilization on heel fat pad syndrome among obese patient in geriatric population

Objective. To determine the effect of joint mobilization on Heel Fat Pad Syndrome among obese geriatrics. Methods. The randomized controlled study was performed at the Saveetha Physiotherapy OPD, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India. 202 samples aged above 60 years were collected based on the criterion for inclusion and exclusion. Interventions. The experimental Group (101Subjects) was treated with Ultrasound and Joint Mobilization. The Control Group (101 Subjects) was treated with Ultrasound and conventional Exercises. The lifestyle and Balance Assessment used the Foot Function Index and Berg balance scale. A numeric Pain Rating Scale was used to measure Pain. Results. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test revealed a significant difference (p < 0.001) in the experimental Group between the pre-test and post-test values of NPRS, FFI, and BBS. Similarly, the Control Group showed a significant difference (p < 0.001) in the pre-test and post-test values of NPRS, FFI, and BBS. The comparison of post-test scores between the Experimental Group and the Control Group also showed a significant difference (p < 0.001), indicating significant improvements in the experimental group. As a result, the effects of Joint Mobilization on Heel Pad Syndrome minimize the symptoms of heel fat pad syndrome, Improve Foot Function and balance and reduce pain. Conclusion. The study provided evidence that ultrasound and joint mobilization used in this study show a significant reduction in pain and balance with non-specific heel pain.

The effect of PBL integrated RMS on biological literacy and critical thinking ability of high school students

This study aimed to determine the effect of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) integrated Reading, Mind Mapping, and Sharing (RMS) on biological literacy and critical thinking skills in biotechnology material. This type of research is Quasi-Experimental with pre-test-post-test experiments and a control group design. The researcher conducted the research because most of the students who became respondents considered biotechnology material less attractive, so students' understanding and activeness could have been more optimal in the learning process. The research samples were 72 students of class X MIPA at SMA Negeri 2 Kota Serang, Banten. The research sample was divided into two groups: the experimental group that applied the PBL integrated RMS model and the control group that applied the PBL model. The research instruments used were biological literacy ability tests and critical thinking ability tests. Biological literacy skills were measured using biological literacy-based multiple-choice test instruments, while critical thinking skills were measured using essay test instruments. The hypothesis test used was MANOVA statistical analysis. The results of statistical tests showed a significant effect of PBL integrated with RMS on biological literacy and critical thinking skills on biotechnology material with a significance value of 0.000 < α. Students with an integrated RMS learning model are more effective than those with a PBL learning model, which is indicated by the post-test value being higher than the pre-test value. This research contributes to the field of biology education by showing that the PBL learning model integrated with RMS can be an effective alternative learning model to improve students' biological literacy and critical thinking skills. The findings of this study are expected to be useful for biology teachers

Maintenance of Dental and Oral Health of High Class Students Using Virtual Reality Box Media (Study at SDN Rejosopinggir Tembelang Jombang)

Dental caries is one of the problems related to oral health that can affect overall health. The state of oral and dental health can be ascertained using the initial dental and oral examination data from the Jatiwates Tembelang Jombang Health Center. Specifically, the number of dental caries among high school students at SDN Rejosopinggir Tembelang Jombang, which shows an average DMF-T index of 5.9, can be used to inform this determination. A high DMF-T index falls between 4.5 and 6.5, according to the WHO. The problem in this study is the high school students in SDN Rejosopinggir Tembelang, Jombang Regency, had a high rate of dental cavities in 2023. The purpose of this study is to find out the difference in oral and dental health maintenance between high school students at SDN Rejosopinggir before and after using Virtual Reality Box material. The type of research is called a quasi-experiment, and it aims to enroll 43 students. The data collection method used is a questionnaire. Data findings are summarized and presented in tabular form as part of the data analysis technique. The results of the study is analysis of the Wilcoxon test showed that the ρ value was 0.000<0.05 with a pretest value of Mean±SD 57.67±12.216, and a posttest value of Mean±SD 77.91±11.032, then H1 was accepted and H0 was rejected, meaning that Students' understanding of maintaining their oral and dental health can be improved by the Virtual Reality Box media.

Effectiveness of Intercostal Stretch on Chest Expansion and Peak Expiratory Flow Rate

Introduction: The intercostal muscles play a role in moving the ribs upward and outward. This action leads to an increase in the antero-posterior diameter of the thoracic cavity. In respiratory physiotherapy, manual stretching techniques are widely used to improve lung function Objective: To determine the effect of Intercostal stretch on chest expansion and peak expiratory flow rate. Methods: A total of 100 subjects were recruited according to inclusion criteria i.e.age group 60-70 years, both genders and written informed consent was taken. Assessment and evaluation of participants was done. Chest expansion was measured and then after 2 minutes rest peak expiratory flow rate was taken using peak flow meter before the intervention. The stretch was applied in sync with the patient’s exhalation and held while they continued breathing normally. As the stretch was sustained, there was a gradual increase in inspiratory movements in the area being stretched. Each subject received intercostal stretching for 20 days, with 5 repetitions per session and a 20-second hold on both the right and left sides. After the 20-day period, chest expansion and peak expiratory flow measurements were recorded. Results: By applying Paired t-test for Pre-test and Post-test values of chest expansion and peal expiratory flow rate p-value obtained was < 0.01, which was statistically significant. This suggests that Intercostal stretch is effective in improving chest expansion and peak expiratory flow rate. Conclusion: The study concludes that there was significant improvement in chest expansion and peak expiratory flow rate among the healthy older adults who underwent intercostal stretch.

Effectiveness Of Positional Release Therapy And Muscle Energy Technique On Glenohumeral Impingement Among The Elite Swimmers

Background: Glenohumeral impingement is one of the common clinical conditions among the overhead athletes. Elite swimmers develop impingement at the glenohumeral joint due to overuse injuries. This type of impingement is due to lack of muscle strength, demanding training session and altered flexibility. Muscle energy technique and positional release therapy are two different manual therapy interventions that may improve joint range and glenohumeral function. Aim: The aim of the study is to compare the effectiveness of positional release therapy and muscle energy technique on glenohumeral impingement among the elite swimmers. Methods: The study included about 40 elite swimmers in which group A (n=20) received positional release therapy with strengthening exercise and group B (n=20) received muscle energy technique with strengthening exercise. The intervention was given for the duration of 4 weeks and the outcome measures used were numerical pain rating scale, range of motion of the glenohumeral joint and the shoulder pain and disability index. Results: The results of the present study were analyzed using Mann Whitney U test and Wilcoxon signed rank test. The pre and post-test values were taken. The results from analysis shows both groups shows statistically significant improvement but group A show highly significant improvement in reducing pain, improving range of motion and shoulder functional ability comparing to group B,‘p’ value < 0.05 Conclusion: The study concluded that positional release therapy was effective clinically and statistically shows significant improvement in reducing pain, improving Glenohumeral range of motion and shoulder function.

The Effect Propioceptive Training on Ladder Drill Training Variation on Dynamic Balance of Futsal Players

Futsal is a multidirectional sport requiring players to move dynamically, it needs dynamic balance to create good performance. The combination of proprioceptive training interventions to ladder drill variations can affect dynamic balance for futsal players. This research method uses a pretest- posttest two group design. The research sample consisted of 30 people with 15 people in each group. Group 1 was given proprioceptive training and ladder run training, while group 2 was given proprioceptive training and ladder jump training. Dynamic balance measurement with Y balance test. The results of average test on dynamic balance variable, the results of paired sample t test showed differences in pretest and posttest values, group 1 (95.8 ± 4.4) with ( p = 0.00) while group 2 ( 98.2 ± 3.8) with ( p = 0.000). The results of the independent t test with a value of ( p = 0.127). The conclusion of this study is the combination of proprioceptive training and ladder run training interventions is as well as proprioceptive training and ladder jump training for dynamic balance of futsal players.

Conscious Techniques Affected the Adolescent’s Ability In Early Breast Cancer Detection

Breast cancer is a malignant tumor and grows in the breast tissue resulting in death. Breast cancer prevention by means of breast self-examination. This study aimed to determine the effect of video media on conscious techniques with a combination of demonstrations on the practical ability of adolescents in early detection of breast cancer. The method used a quasi-experimental design, non-equivalent control group design with a population of 279 and a sample of 40 respondents with inclusion criteria of young women, aged 16 years as students of SMA Negeri 1 Tarik Sidoarjo. The data collection measured skills in 2 groups of respondents. The experimental intervention group used videos and demonstrations, while the intervention control group used lectures and leaflets. The intervention was done in 1 day, the posttest was conducted 7 days after the intervention. The results showed that the average value of the pretest posttest of the two groups increased. The results of the statistical test paired T-Test obtained a significant value of p-value = (0.000 < 0.05) meant that there was an effect of providing video media with conscious techniques with a combination of demonstrations on the practical ability of adolescents in early detection of breast cancer. Educators should develop programs to improve skills for early detection of breast cancer, in collaboration with health workers through health promotion so that all students are aware of health.

Effects of biopsychosocial approach on cognition among Parkinson's population.

Cognitive decline is a debilitating symptom in Parkinson's disease (PD). Cognitive impairment in PD has a significant impact on many aspects of an individual's life, social interactions, and overall quality of life (QOL). It is also associated with a faster disease progression and an increased risk of developing dementia. A biopsychosocial approach is likely to address not only the underlying biological mechanisms of cognitive impairment in PD but also the psychological and social factors that can contribute to cognitive decline and influence treatment outcomes. This experimental study was conducted on 60 older adults with PD at Saveetha medical college and hospital. Participants who met the inclusion criteria were randomly allocated into two groups of Biopsychosocial (n=30) and conventional (n=30). Participants in the intervention group received the multiple interventions based on the biopsychosocial approach with a duration of 60min per session. Pre and post-test evaluation conducted using Scales for Outcomes in PD-cognition (SCOPA-cog) and Parkinson disease QOL Questionnaire (PDQ-8). The results of the study showed that there is a statistically significant difference in the median scores within the Groups for the outcome measures SCOPA-cog and PDQ-8 (p<0.001). For SCOPA-cog, the BPS group median score increased from 30 to 36, while the Conventional group median score increased from 31 to 33. For PDQ-8, the BPS group median reduced from 27 to 14, compared to the Conventional group's reduced from 30 to 24. On comparison between the post-test values, the biopsychosocial approach group showed more improvement in cognition and QOL with (p<0.001). The findings of this study concluded that the biopsychosocial approach is effective in improving cognition and QOL among the Parkinson population.

Student Worksheets Literacy-Based to Improve High-Level Thinking Skill

This research is motivated by the lack of availability of LKPD that supports literacy activities to improve high-level thinking skills. This type of research is Research and Development (R&amp;D) with the ADDIE model development method. The discussion of the research is adjusted to the ADDIE research and development procedures, namely: analyze, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The subjects of this study were 24 students of grade V SDN 101867 Payagambar. Determination of the level of feasibility of LKPD or Student worksheets is based on expert validation tests and trials on students through student response questionnaires. The effectiveness of LKPD was obtained from the results of the pretest and posttest of grade V students. The results of this study indicate that the validation of material experts was 80% with a feasible category, validation of language experts was 85.41% with a very feasible category, validation of layout design experts was 90.47% with a very feasible category. The percentage results of the student response questionnaire were 86.70 which were categorized as very feasible, so it can be said that LKPD is feasible for use by grade V elementary school students. The results of the student pretest reached an average score of 69.3 with classical completeness reaching 42% with an incomplete category. While the results of the posttest after using LKPD reached an average of 84.50 with classical completeness reaching 100% and declared complete. Based on the pretest and posttest values, the gainscore value can be seen as 0.51 with a moderate effectiveness category. This shows that the use of literacy-based LKPD to improve high-level thinking skills has been effectively used by grade V students of SDN 101867 Payagambar, Batang Kuis District.

Multivariate VAR system of regional economic growth under big data

Traditional research has problems such as limited data samples, limited variable selection, and insufficient real-time analysis capabilities. With the advent of the big data era, researchers are increasingly using big data analysis to discover the laws of development. This paper combines the VAR system with big data analysis technology to study regional economic growth variables, simulate economic changes in region A, and use the Markov chain Monte Carlo algorithm and historical simulation method to analyze the process of industrial change. The model accuracy of the two algorithms is evaluated by the historical data observation loss value of the VAR post-test. The results show that at a confidence level of 0.95, the risk prediction of the historical simulation method is more accurate. The study also found that adding additional variables to the VAR system will lead to model information loss and an increase in parameters.

The importance of physical therapy and occupational therapy on the quality of life and bone health in patients with osteoporosis

This study aims to evaluate. in the course of one year. the role of physical therapy and occupational therapy intervention. in association of specific drug therapy versus only drug therapy. in patients with osteoporosis. The study was carried out between April 2022 and June 2024, on 94 patients with osteoporosis. selected from the Clinical Rehabilitation Hospital in Băile Felix. All subjects signed an informed consent form 46 subjects followed drug therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy (study group) and 46 subjects had only drug therapy (control group). The following parameters were assessed: the decrease in height. bone mineral density (BMD) - the T score and the Qualeffo test for the quality of life. Between groups analysis showed that in the study group. The post-test values of the total Qualeffo score decrease significantly and showed a smaller decrease in height compared to control group. Regarding BMD there is no significant difference between the study group compared to control group. The results of the study suggest that a specific physiotherapy can cause significant improvements both of quality of life and vertebral static disorders. As far as BMD is concerned rehabilitation has only a limiting effect of braking its decrease.

Optimization of Quillbot Utilization in The Preparation of Scientific Papers by Teachers at SMA Negeri 2 Parepare, South Sulawesi

Writing scientific work is an important indicator of the development of knowledge and critical thinking. But still, many teachers have difficulty writing scientific papers, including avoiding plagiarism. The dedication to the society conducted by the Bacharuddin Institute of Technology team Jusuf Habibie aims to improve the skills of teachers at 2 Parepare State High School in reducing the risk of plagiarism in the writing of scientific works through optimization of the use of QuillBot and implementation of paraphrase techniques in writing. The method used is ABCD (asset-based community development). The activities include identification of needs, planning based on problem analysis, preparation of training material books, training on paraphrase techniques and QuillBot, and evaluation of writing quality as well as the effectiveness of training by participants. The training was held on June 6, 2024, followed by 26 participants. The average pretest for the Similarity Index (SI) writing percentage of participants was 54.62%, while the average posttest value for the participant's SI writing percent was 37.85%, with an average SI decrease of 16.77%, showing this training has proven to be effective in reducing the rate of plagiarism among participants. A total of 21 of the 26 participants, or 80.8% of the participants, succeeded in reducing the level of plagiarism in their writings. Thus, this dedication program succeeds in helping teachers improve their skills in writing scientific papers to avoid plagiarism.

EFEKTIVITAS SENAM NIFAS TERHADAP INVOLUSI UTERUS PADA IBU NIFAS DI PUSKESMAS MUARA TELANG KABUPATEN BANYUASIN

One of the non-conventional therapies usually given to postpartum mothers to accelerate the reduction in uterine involution is postpartum exercise. Movements in postpartum exercises can train and tighten the abdominal muscles so that they can indirectly stimulate the uterine muscles to function optimally and prevent post-partum bleeding. The aim of this research is to determine the effectiveness of postpartum exercise on uterine involution in postpartum women at the Muara Telang Community Health Center, Banyuasin Regency. The research method used was a control group design approach. The population was all postpartum mothers totaling 40 people and a sample of 20 people, of which 10 cases and 10 controls used purposive sampling technique. The data analysis used was the Chi Square test. Research results: There was a difference in uterine involution before and after postpartum exercise, the pretest average value was 10.90 and the posttest average value was 3.50, whereas in the control cases on the first day and on the seventh day the average value was 11. 20 and an average value of 5.70, so there is a difference before and after giving postpartum exercises on uterine involution in postpartum mothers at the Muara Telang Community Health Center, Banyuasin Regency. It is hoped that postpartum mothers will increase their knowledge about the benefits of postpartum exercise.

Efektivitas Buku Digital terhadap Empati Siswa Kelas IV SDN Bugangan 01 Semarang

Education plays an important role in producing a superior and characterful young generation, so it is necessary to instill empathy in students. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of digital books on empathy in grade IV students of SDN Bugangan 01. This study uses quantitative research with a pre-experimental design, with a one group pretest-posttest design. The population in this study was grade IV, totaling 22 students. Research data were collected through a questionnaire in the form of a checklist of 25 questions to measure the level of student empathy. Data processing in this study used a normality test, homogeneity test, paired sample t-test and N-Gain test. The results of the pretest normality test have a significance value of 0.251 &gt; 0.05, while the posttest value is 0.175 &gt; 0.05. Then in the homogeneity test the significance is 0.224 &gt; 0.05. This shows that the data is normally distributed and homogeneous. The results of the paired sample t-test show that digital books are effective in empathy in grade IV students. Furthermore, the N-Gain test shows a value of 0.51. So, digital books are effective for the empathy of grade IV students at SDN Bugangan 01 which is classified as moderate

Strengthening Community Healthy Behavior to Support Tourism Area

Kenjeran Beach Amusement Park is one of the beaches with a strategic area bordering the Madura Strait. In addition, Kenjeran Beach Amusement Park also provides several facilities that can be enjoyed by tourists. The results of observations, still found low personal hygiene of food vendors, not all food vendors provide trash bins, and tourists are still seen littering. Based on the results of the problem situation analysis, it is necessary to strengthen healthy behavior in the community around the tourist area. The targets of the activity were elementary school students around the Kenjeran beach tourism area in Surabaya City 113 students and food and beverage vendors in the Kenjeran beach tourism area 20 in number, using total sampling. The purpose of community service activities carried out to strengthen community healthy living behavior to support tourism areas in the Kenjeran Beach area, Surabaya. The implementation that has been carried out in this community service are education to elementary school children, education to food vendors, observation of the cleanliness of the tourist area observation of how to serve snacks and laboratory tests of microbial contamination in food/beverage snacks. Then to evaluate understanding after education by analyzing the mean value of pre-test and post-test. The results of this activity have provided education for elementary school students regarding clean and healthy living behavior in the area even though the average pre-test score of 6.15 decreased to 6.07 during the post-test. The socialization of safe and healthy snacks for food vendors in THP Kenjeran Lama has also been carried out with the pre-test score having an average of 5.2 then increased to 8.7 at the time of the post-test. Laboratory test results showed a very alarming condition, namely 88.89% of food-beverage samples were contaminated with microbes with various types of bacteria. Suggestions from the results of this activity are still the need for more intensive education to school children about the selection of snacks and diseases transmitted through food and beverages. There is still a need for assistance from food vendors in processing and serving food and drinks by sanitary hygiene standards.

EFFECTIVENESS OF PASSIVE STRETCHING IN TREATING JUVENILE IDIOPATHIC RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS- A CASE STUDY

Background:Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by inflammatory arthritis and extra-articular involvement. It is a chronic inflammatory disease that mostly affects the synovial joints.A diverse subset of idiopathic inflammatory arthritis that affects children under 16 and lasts for six weeks or more is known as juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Methodology:A 15-year-old female had juvenile idiopathic arthritis with medical treatment, there was no reduction of pain and led to difficulties in her ADL with restricted joint mobility and reduced ROM. Whereas she was evaluated and treated with specific physiotherapeutic measures for eight months period seven days in a week with specific stretching exercises. Result:The significant difference were reported from the pre and post test values of pain and also functional improvement with regards to kartz index Conclusion: Passive stretching, when implemented as part of a comprehensive physiotherapeutic approach, can effectively alleviate the symptoms and improve the quality of life.

Evaluation of upper extremity functional capacity and activities of daily living in patients with heart failure: A cross-sectional study

BackgroundConsidering the limitations in activities of daily living (ADL) and the impact of improvements in patients with heart failure (HF), appropriate assessment of upper extremity functional capacity and ADL is important. ObjectivesTo evaluate upper extremity functional capacity and ADL in patients with HF and compare them with healthy controls. MethodsThis study included 30 HF patients and healthy controls. Upper extremity functional capacity was assessed with the 6-Minute Pegboard Ring Test (6PBRT), ADL by the Londrina protocol, exercise capacity by 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT), peripheral muscle strength by hand dynamometer, and dyspnea by Modified Medical Research Council Scale (MMRC). For performance tests, pre-test (resting) and post-test (after performance) values ​​were also measured. ResultsPatients with HF with ejection fraction ≤50 % and controls were similar in terms of age (52.63±6.2 and 50.03±6.5 years, respectively) and gender (25 females for each group) (p > 0.05). Patients showed a statistically significant increase in total test time in the Londrina protocol and fewer rings moved in 6PBRT (p < 0.0001). The post-test dyspnea (p = 0.03) and pre-test arm fatigue (p < 0.0001) were observed to be higher in patients in the Londrina protocol. There was a statistically significant group by time interaction in the patients’ pre- and post-test lower heart rate (F= 4.80, p = 0.03), post-test dyspnea (p < 0.0001), and post-test arm fatigue (p = 0.005) were observed to be higher in patients in 6PBRT. ConclusionsThe evidence showed a decrease in upper extremity functional capacity in patients with HF. Patients required more time to perform their ADLs compared with healthy controls.