Group Of Trainees Research Articles

Effects of aerobic exercise combined with resistance training on health-related physical fitness in adolescents: A randomized controlled trial

Background/ObjectivesThis study aimed to compare the effects of two combined training methods on health-related physical fitness components in adolescents. MethodsSeventy-six adolescents (16.1 ± 1.1 years, n = 44 female) were randomized into groups of moderate-intensity continuous training combined with resistance training (MICT + RT), high-intensity interval training combined with resistance training (HIIT + RT), or Control. The training sessions were performed twice weekly for 12 weeks. The health-related physical fitness components evaluated were: body composition, muscular and cardiorespiratory fitness. ResultsThe intervention groups had a significant reduction in body fat percentage and improvement in abdominal repetitions and VO2peak after 12 weeks of combined exercise program (p < 0.001). Intervention effects were found to significantly reduce body fat percentage for the MICT + RT and HIIT + RT groups compared to the control group (mean difference: −3.8; 95% CI: −6.2; −1 0.3; mean difference: −4.7; 95%CI: −7.1; −2.3, respectively). For muscle fitness, significant effects of the intervention were found in increasing the number of abdominal repetitions favoring the MICT + RT group compared to the control group (mean difference: 9.5; 95% CI: 4.4; 14.7) and HIIT + RT compared to the control group (mean difference: 14.1; 95% CI 9; 19.3). For cardiorespiratory fitness, significant effects of the intervention on improving VO2peak were found in the experimental groups (MICT + RT vs Control group: mean difference: 4.4; 95% CI: 2.2; 6.6; and HIIT + RT vs. Control group: mean difference: 5.5, 95% CI: 3.3; 7.7). ConclusionThe results suggest that 12 weeks of training using MCIT + RT or HIIT + RT showed a similar effect for health-related physical fitness components in adolescents.

The Church of S. Maria Delle Palate in Tusa (Messina, Italy): Digitization and Diagnostics for a New Model of Enjoyment

Cultural places represent the tangible part of the identity and historical heritage of a civilization as well as an extraordinary driving force for the economic development of a country. Within its huge asset, Italy counts a wide number of archaeological sites and monuments which, despite their cultural value, are totally cut off from the most important cultural routes. This paper aims to demonstrate how specific actions of digitization can contribute to valorize (restoring a cultural value) ‘marginal’ landmarks, promoting their knowledge and inclusion. The case study described is represented by the Church of “Santa Maria delle Palate”, located inside the well-known Archaeological Park of Halaesa Arconidea (Tusa, ME). The church, built in 1551 and subject to several renovations throughout the centuries, has been investigated as part of an interdisciplinary training and skill transfer project carried out by a CNR-IPCF research team. During the activities, the group of trainees approached a multi-analytic method for the study of many Sicilian places using different techniques such as laser scanning, photogrammetry, thermography and spectroscopy and collecting a large amount of information and data. In 2019, the building in question was the object of a complete architectural survey in order to obtain an accurate digital replica; moreover, the wall painting representing St. Francis, preserved in the southern nave, was investigated through non-invasive investigations (IR-imaging, XRF and Raman spectrometry) with the intention of collecting information about its state of preservation and nature of pigments used and help the restoration work, which would have been carried out in the following months. The result of the work is a combined “digital archive” useful not only for the purposes of conservation, monitoring and dissemination, but as a container of information enjoyable at different levels of depth. In addition to the scientific outcomes achieved for the study of the painting, relevant from the historical and artistic point of view, we must underline the importance of the work for the implementation of a web-based platform where expert and inexpert users can virtually access the church virtual tour and search for specialized contents (e.g., measures, analyzes results). Media such as this are finally demonstrated to be able to promote the inclusion (e.g., for people unable to reach the place or with reducing mobility) and accessibility to cultural places during ordinary (maintenance, closure) or extraordinary events (pandemic).

ON THE CRISIS OF PAYMENT FOR TRAINERS OF SPORTS SCHOOLS: INVITATION TO DISCUSSION

The article is devoted to the study of the procedure for the formation of standard costs for the remuneration of the coaching staff in relation to the applied systems of remuneration of their labor. The authors, having studied the issue of the systems of remuneration used, come to the conclusion about the enormous popularity of the “group” system, but the partial use of the “hourly”, “capitation”, “rating” system of remuneration. The study of the procedure for the formation of standard costs for the wages fund indicates a devaluation of the standard costs for wages of trainers to 72.5%, which is explained by insufficient consideration of the conditions of the external and (or) internal environment of the organization. In the context of the harmonization of legislation carried out in the country, the authors proposed to restructure the procedure for determining the normative costs, taking into account the identified contradictions, taking into account: 1) revision of the allocation of independent work as a mandatory form of organizing the training process, 2) unification of the duration of the lesson regardless of the type of economic activity of the program being implemented, 3) special the nature of the work of coaches, 4) the peculiarities of recruiting groups of sports training, 5) the need to revise the classification of sports training services.

Observation on the Improvement of Cardiopulmonary Function in Children by Increasing Load Exercise

Objective: To investigate the effect of increasing load exercise on the improvement of children’s cardiopulmonary &#x0D; function.Methods: 80 students from a primary school were selected as experimental subjects and randomly divided into two &#x0D; groups, namely control group (40) for routine exercise training, and experimental group (40) for increasing load exercise training. &#x0D; After training for 6 months, the scores of heart function and lung function of the two groups of students were compared.Results: &#x0D; Before training, there was no significant difference in each index of heart function between the two groups (P&gt;0.05).After 6 &#x0D; months of follow-up training and observation, the results showed that the heart function index of the experimental group students &#x0D; was significantly better than the control group, the difference of data comparison was statistically significant (P0.05);The difference of lung function &#x0D; in the experimental group was statistically significant (P

Evaluation of the cognitive-motor training effectiveness in combination with drug therapy among patients with moderate cognitive disorders: the own research results

Introduction. Non-drug methods of therapy for cognitive impairment is one of the topical areas of neurology. Studies have shown that cognitive training may be beneficial for maintaining mental alertness in healthy older adults, while patients with dementia and mild cognitive impairment are more likely to benefit from cognitive-motor training or rehabilitation. It is possible that the severity and type of cognitive disorders, as well as patients’ adherence to training, the correct construction of tasks, may affect the effectiveness of non-drug therapy for cognitive disorders.Аim. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive-motor training developed at Sechenov University in patients with moderate cognitive impairment (MCI).Materials and methods. 41 patients were included in the study, including 8 women and 33 men, the average age of patients was 60.3 ± 8.5 years, the average level of education was 14.2 ± 8.7 years, of which 15 patients met the criteria AD, 26 – VCI criteria. Patients underwent quantitative neuropsychological testing, assessment of emotional disorders, and also assessed such indicators as satisfaction with the quality of life, adherence to therapy. Subsequently, the patients were divided into groups of individual and group cognitive training. Classes with patients were held according to the standard scheme, 30–50 minutes a day, for 40 days. After 3 months, 10 patients were randomly selected from the individual training group and received an additional course of group cognitive-motor training.Results. Тhe study showed that after 1.5 months, patients showed a significant decrease in the severity of cognitive disorders (p &lt; 0.05). The greatest positive dynamics was noted in relation to the level of attention (p &lt; 0.05), memory (including primary modal-nonspecific mnestic impairment, p &lt; 0.05), logical operations (p &lt; 0.05). The patients included in the study also showed a significant decrease in the severity of depression (p &lt; 0.05). The analysis showed that significant positive dynamics was recorded both in patients of the individual CT group and in patients who received group CT (p &lt; 0.05). The positive effect on cognitive functions was maintained during the three months of follow-up. Comparative analysis of study patients after 6 months showed that patients who received additional sessions with a trainer reported an additional improvement in well-being. These differences were statistically significant, despite the small number of patients included in the repeat CT group (p &lt; 0.05).Conclusions. The effectiveness of cognitive-motor training in patients with MCI was noted. The results obtained allow us to recommend this type of cognitive-motor training for use in clinical practice by neurologists, therapists and psychiatrists as an additional effective method for the treatment of cognitive impairment.

Exploring human factors in the operating room: scoping review of training offerings for healthcare professionals

BackgroundHuman factors (HF) integration can improve patient safety in the operating room (OR), but the depth of current knowledge remains unknown. This study aimed to explore the content of HF training for the operative environment.MethodsWe searched six bibliographic databases for studies describing HF interventions for the OR. Skills taught were classified using the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF) framework, consisting of 67 knowledge areas belonging to five categories: psychology; people and systems; methods and tools; anatomy and physiology; and work environment.ResultsOf 1851 results, 28 studies were included, representing 27 unique interventions. HF training was mostly delivered to interdisciplinary groups (n = 19; 70 per cent) of surgeons (n = 16; 59 per cent), nurses (n = 15; 56 per cent), and postgraduate surgical trainees (n = 11; 41 per cent). Interactive methods (multimedia, simulation) were used for teaching in all studies. Of the CIEHF knowledge areas, all 27 interventions taught ‘behaviours and attitudes’ (psychology) and ‘team work’ (people and systems). Other skills included ‘communication’ (n = 25; 93 per cent), ‘situation awareness’ (n = 23; 85 per cent), and ‘leadership’ (n = 20; 74 per cent). Anatomy and physiology were taught by one intervention, while none taught knowledge areas under work environment.ConclusionExpanding HF education requires a broader inclusion of the entirety of sociotechnical factors such as contributions of the work environment, technology, and broader organizational culture on OR safety to a wider range of stakeholders.

Effectiveness of Flourishing Training on Depression and Anxiety of Female Gifted Students

Background: This study aims to examine the effectiveness of flourishing training based on positive psychology on the anxiety and depression of female gifted students. Methods: This is a quasi-experimental study using a pre-test/post-test design a control group. Participants were 50 female gifted students in Torbat-e Heydariyeh, Iran. They were randomly divided into two groups of training (n=25) and control (n=25). For the training group, flourishing training was presented at 14 sessions of 60 minutes, while the control group did not receive any education. The 21-item Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale was used for collecting data. Data were analyzed in SPSS v 26 software using ANCOVA. Results: The results showed that the effect of flourishing training on anxiety (F=206.1, P&lt;0.001) and depression (F=42.96, P&lt;0.001) was significant. Flourishing training reduced anxiety and depression in the training group compared to the control group. Conclusion: Flourishing training based on positive psychology can be effective in reducing anxiety and depression in female gifted students.

The Effect of Functional Exercise Along With Online Nutritional Education on Inflammatory Biomarkers in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Background and Objectives Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder which is mostly caused by deficits in social interactions. Lack of physical activity and poor nutritional habits are common problems in these patients which may be exaggerated by the Covid-19 pandemic. The study aims to assess the effect of functional training along with online nutrition education on inflammatory biomarkers in children with ASD. Subjects and Methods In this randomized controlled clinical trial, 80 children with ASD (age=9.73±1.29 years, weight=49.94±2.08 kg, height=146.08±40 cm, body mass index=24.71 ±1.48 kg/m2) were randomly divided into four groups of training, education, training+ education, and control. The interventions lasted for 8 weeks. The inflammatory biomarkers including white blood cell (WBC) count, C-reactive protein (CRP) level, neutrophil count, eosinophil count, and basophil count were assessed (using blood samples collected from antecubital vein) before and after the interventions. Results There was no significant difference between the groups before the interventions (P˃0.05). After the intervention, the results showed a significant decrease in WBC (P˂0.001), CRP (P=0.001), neutrophils (sig.=0.009), and eosinophil (P=0.003) in all groups. Basophil count decreased in all groups (P=0.01) except in the education group. Conclusion Functional training and online nutrition education are beneficial interventions for management of inflammatory biomarkers in children with ASD which can be used during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The combination of intermittent caloric restriction and moderate-intensity interval training in decreasing blood glucose and CRP levels with a high glycemic index diet

This study aims to analyze the effect of the combination of intermittent calorie restriction and moderate intensity interval training (MIIT) on serum c-reactive protein (CRP) levels as one of the inflammatory mediators and blood glucose levels in female mice exposed to a-high glycemic index diet. The sample of this study was female mice Balb/c strain, divided into four groups:, the control group (con), the intermittent calorie restriction group (restrict), the MIIT group (interv), and the combine group of intermittent calorie restriction and moderate-intensity interval training (restrict+interv). A high glycemic index diet was a high calorie and was provided by standard feed and oral gavage of 0.013 g/gBW glucosesolution. Intermittent calorie restriction was 50% reduction of the standard feed 3x/week. The MIIT was five-minute intervals of swimming and 30 seconds of passive rest consecutively for 30 minutes and 3x/week. Meanwhile, the treatment duration was four weeks. The oral glucose tolerance test consisting of fasting blood glucose (FBG) and a two-hour post -prandial (2HPP) blood glucose was measured before and after the treatment. CRP was examined only after the treatment. The restrict + interv group had a significant reduction in CRP levels compared to the restricted group (p = 0.005) and the interv group (p = 0.044). The FBG levels the restrict + interv group and restricted group had a significant decrease (p = 0.026). Moreover, 2HPP of the restrict + interv group and restricted group had a significant decline (p = 0.000). This study concludes that the combination of intermittent calorie restriction and moderate -intensity interval training can attenuate elevated serum CRP and blood glucose levels.

Construction of a lung adenocarcinoma prognostic model based on N6-methyl-adenosine-related long noncoding RNA and screening of potential drugs based on this model.

Lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) has a high mortality rate. N6-methyl-adenosine (m6A)-related long noncoding RNA (lncRNA) is associated with tumor prognosis. Our objective was to construct an m6A-related lncRNA prognostic model and screen potential drugs for the treatment of LUAD. The LUAD sequencing data were randomly divided into Train and Test cohorts. In the Train group, the LASSO Cox regression was used to construct the m6A-related lncRNA prognostic model. The LUAD tumor immune dysfunction and exclusion model was used to evaluate immunotherapy efficacy in LUAD. The 'pRRophetic' package was utilized to screen potential drugs for the treatment of LUAD. Eleven m6A-related lncRNAs were identified by LASSO Cox regression and were used to construct the risk model to calculate sample risk scores. Patients were divided into high- and low-risk groups based on their median risk scores. The LUAD data of The Cancer Genome Atlas database showed that the overall survival (OS) of the high-risk group was significantly lower than that of the low-risk group in both cohorts. Multivariate Cox regression analysis showed that this risk model could serve as an independent prognostic factor of LUAD, and receiver operating characteristic curves suggested that m6A-related lncRNA prognostic signature has a good ability in predicting OS. Finally, nine potential drugs for LUAD treatment were screened based on this prognostic model. The prognostic model constructed based on the m6A-related lncRNAs facilitated prognosis prediction in LUAD patients. The screened therapeutic agents have potential application values and provide a reference for the clinical treatment of LUAD.

Connecting in New Ways: Art Therapy Trainees’ Experiences of Telehealth During COVID-19

In March 2020, The Helen B. Landgarten Art Therapy Clinic [HBL ATC] transitioned to art therapy telehealth due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This article presents a qualitative case study focused on emergent themes related to the efficacy and clinical themes as experienced and observed by a group of art therapy graduate student trainees. Findings show that art therapy trainees experienced art therapy telehealth to create opportunities for more diverse populations to access mental health services, provided safe spaces to promote self-expression, created a sense of hope and purpose, and increased connectedness during a crisis.

Protein Supplement Perceptions, Use, and Associated Performance in Young Lebanese Resistance-Training Athletes.

The aims of this study were first to evaluate the nutritional knowledge, perception, and source of nutrition information among resistance-trained individuals consuming protein supplements (PS), to determine whether a correlation exists between nutrition-related knowledge and the use of PS, and finally to compare the impact of PS use among participants classified as nonprotein supplement users (NPSUs) and protein supplement users (PSUs). A cross-sectional study was conducted among a highly selected group of resistance-specialized trainees (RSTs). Among the 100 RST participants recruited, the Internet and coaches were the most common source of nutritional information. About one-third of participants believed that there were no health risks after consuming PS. Both NPSU and PSU exhibit performance improvement that was significantly lessened in PSU compared to NPSU. This study demonstrated that RST may have misconceptions regarding the benefits of PS usage to increase strength. Our data also suggest a shortage of knowledge about PS and confirm that PSUs lack proper professional guidance. These findings highlight the need for proper monitoring to ensure adequate perception, awareness, and safety in the Lebanese sports sector.

Characteristics of Aerobics and Nutrition Strategy Based on Depth Image Human Body Recognition.

Bodybuilding operation is a favorite sports item, which is beneficial to enhance physical fitness, improve coordination and flexibility of movement, and enhance cardiopulmonary function. Standard aerobics movements and nutrition matching strategies can more effectively enhance the exercise effect. In this paper, the characteristics of aerobics, sports, and nutrition strategies are researched through the human body recognition technology of the depth image; the subjects were divided into four groups by statistical method and control variable experiment method. They were the control group, the experimental group for aerobics training, the experimental group for improving the nutritional balance under diet, and the experimental group for aerobics training. After two and a half months of experimental training and observation, the students in the four groups were tested for physical fitness and physical function; analyze the obtained experimental test data using the human body recognition technology of depth image, then obtain the experimental test data, and then use the data fusion method to combine the data and information for more accurate evaluation. The results showed that after 10 weeks of aerobics learning and nutrition, the average height of students increased by 1.19 cm, the average weight decreased by 1.17 kg, the number of sit-ups increased from 23.9 before the experiment to 31.2, and the results of 50-meter race and 800-meter run were 0.2 seconds and 2.9 seconds, respectively. It can be concluded that aerobics and nutrition can speed up metabolism, promote the growth and development of bones, and supplement the nutrition needed by the human body, to improve students' physical quality. This study contributes to the research of sports and nutrition matching in improving physical conditions.

The impact of three-dimensional reconstruction and standardised CT interpretation (AMIGO) on the anatomical understanding of mesenteric vascular anatomy for planning complete mesocolic excision surgery: A randomised crossover study.

Preoperative planning is a crucial aspect of safe complete mesocolic excision (CME) surgery. 3D models derived from imaging may help improve anatomical understanding of the complex vascular anatomy. Here, we assessed the effect of 3D models on surgeons' anatomical understanding in comparison to a systematic approach for CT scan interpretation (AMIGO). Fifteen cases were included in the study. Two GI radiology consultants reviewed each scan to ascertain the vascular anatomy. Virtual 3D models were produced and displayed on a web-based platform (https://skfb.ly/6OZUZ). A total of 13 surgical trainees were recruited. Candidates were assessed after baseline anatomical training and subsequently using the AMIGO method and 3D models. Five cases were randomly allocated in each round of testing for each participant. The primary outcome measure was an objective vascular anatomy knowledge score. The secondary outcome measure was subjective feedback from participants. Both 3D and AMIGO significantly improved anatomical understanding in comparison to baseline testing. However, 3D was superior to AMIGO (3D [n=65; median score 8/14] vs. AMIGO [n=65; median score 6/14; p<0.0001]. For 13/15 patient cases examined, 3D was superior to the AMIGO method. Eleven participants demonstrated better anatomical understanding using 3D models versus AMIGO. Ten participants preferred 3D models in comparison to standard CT imaging. 3D models improve anatomical understanding of mesenteric vascular anatomy in a group of colorectal surgical trainees in comparison to a formal CT interpretation method. 3D models may be a useful planning adjunct to 2D imaging for CME surgery.

Smart Hospitality and Secure Tourism Management using Blockchain Technology: BESHosTM Approach

Throughout the age of 5G technology, the majority of contactless banking is made via software that is enabled by a wide range of financial platforms. Several alternative financing channels provide access to a variety of services. The opportunity for hackers to engage in nefarious behaviour such as payment account hacking, identity theft, and payment system assaults stages of clearances with e-tourism, monetary information is kept in a database. Payment issues can be caused by a centralised cloud server. Throughout the periods of heavy congestion, the abovementioned problems are solvable by utilising a decentralised system like blockchain, it allows for the maintenance of trustworthiness between distinct groups of financial institutions, tour companies, airways, and trains are examples of consumers. Cruise ships, accommodations, cafes, as well as regional cabs are all available. Inspired mostly by following the foregoing debate, we suggest the blockchain Enables Secure Smart Hospitality and Tourism Management (BESHosTM) model.

Lightweight target shooting image analysis device based on Raspberry Pi

This paper shows a lightweight target image analysis device using Raspberry Pi as the master control, which contains the processing and data analysis of the whole target image, making it easier for the public to perform shooting analysis. System uses Raspberry Pi 4b as the main control, python as the core language, the whole target surface processing is divided into five parts: target ring analysis, bullet point analysis, data processing, data visualization and user interface. The whole system is low-priced, convenient and lightweight, and can be connected to any screen to display the whole shooting process and human-computer interaction. In the test, the system shows excellent recognition accuracy and speed, flexible and simple, and multiple interfaces make the program expansion very accessible. In the subsequent development, it can be combined with deep learning to pool multi-dimensional shooting data as a way to filter out the best shooting groups for subsequent training.

In Response to the Editorial “Meet the Founding Resident Ambassador: John M. Le, DDS, MD”

It is an honor and privilege to accept the invitation to be the founding resident ambassador for the Journal of Diagnostics and Treatment of Maxillofacial Pathology (JDTOMP), also known as DT Journal. I am excited to join an outstanding and diverse editorial board. In this new role, I aim to engage and recruit a diverse group of oral and maxillofacial surgery trainees from the United States and abroad to launch regular evidence-based discussions regarding the current therapies for maxillofacial pathology and advancements in oral and maxillofacial surgery. I hope to eventually create a board of resident advisors that will not only serve to promote DT Journal’s presence on social media, but also as peer reviewers. The requirements for the future of the program and its incoming resident members will include the following: 1. Promotion of and sharing of issues published by the journal on social media outlets (i.e.., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) using #dtjournalorg and #jdtomp. 2. Creating and sharing posts on one’s social media page as it relates to DT Journal using #dtjournalorg and #jdtomp. 3. Contributing to the journal by submitting an article of choice for peer review within two years of becoming a member. 4. Serve as a peer reviewer. All in all, as an inaugural program for the DT journal, the resident member requirements will remain dynamic and subject to change in accordance with the Editorial Board’s missions and goals.

EFFECT OF COGNITIVE RESTRUCTURING TECHNIQUE ON BULLYING BEHAVIOUR OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA

Bullying behaviour among students has become a serious social problem in secondary schools. It is an ugly development that has given much concern to parents, teachers, counsellors, and stakeholders in the education industry. This study examined the effect of the cognitive restructuring technique on bullying behaviour of secondary school students in Anambra State. Two research questions guided the study, while two null hypotheses were tested at a .05 level of significance. The study adopted a quasi-experimental, non-equivalent pre-test and post-test, control group design. The study population was 586 which comprised 354 males and 232 females SSII student bullies in the 47 co-educational public secondary schools in Awka Education Zone. A sample of 94 student bullies made up 54 males and 40 females were purposively drawn from three schools with the highest number of bullies and used for the study. Two schools were as experimental groups for cognitive restructuring and assertiveness training while the remaining one was for the control group. Students Bullying Behaviour Identification Scale (SBBIS) and Students Bullying Behaviour Questionnaire (SBBQ) were adapted as instruments for data collection. The instruments were subjected to face and content validation. The reliability of the instruments was established using Cronbach Alpha and with coefficients of 0.88 for SBBQ and 0.96 for SBBIS. SBBIS was administered two weeks before the commencement of the treatment aimed at identifying and screening bullies while SBBQ was used for the pretesting and post-testing for the three groups. Mean was used to answer research questions, while the null hypotheses were tested using Analysis of Co-Variance (ANCOVA). The findings of the study revealed that the Cognitive Restructuring technique was effective in reducing bullying behaviours of secondary school students. The findings equally indicated that the difference in the effectiveness of the Cognitive Restructuring technique on bullying behaviours of male and female secondary school students was not significant. Based on the findings of the study it was recommended among others that guidance counsellors through school authorities should plan programme of intervention based on principles of cognitive restructuring technique for more enlightenment for students on bullying behaviour.&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Article visualizations:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0918/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

The Effect of Preoperative Rehabilitation Training on the Early Recovery of Joint Function after Artificial Total Knee Arthroplasty and Its Effect Evaluation.

Objective To study the effect of preoperative rehabilitation training on the rehabilitation of patients after total knee arthroplasty. Methods A total of 120 patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis and undergoing total knee arthroplasty were selected and divided into experimental group and control group according to a random number table, with 60 cases in each group. The control group only carried out routine clinical nursing before the operation, and the experimental group used the formulated preoperative rehabilitation training method based on the control group for training. By comparing the visual analogue score (VAS), keen society score (KSS), postoperative time to get out of bed for the first time, patient satisfaction, and other related indicators between the two groups of patients, the recovery of keen joint function of patients after surgery was evaluated. Results The visual analogue scale (VAS) of the experimental group was significantly lower than that of the experimental group at three days after operation. The keen society score (KSS) of the experimental group was significantly better than that of the control group at three days after surgery and one month after surgery. The time to get out of bed for the first time after operation in the experimental group (44.93 ± 13.63) was significantly less than that in the control group (78.33 ± 13.52). The patient satisfaction of the experimental group was significantly higher than that of the control group (88.30 ± 3.61). The above statistical results were all p < 0.05 of the two groups, and the differences were statistically significant. Conclusion Preoperative rehabilitation training can significantly reduce the pain of patients after knee replacement, improve the functional state of knee joints, shorten the time to get out of bed for the first time after surgery, and win the best recovery opportunity, which can better improve patient satisfaction in hospitalization and improve medical care services level.

The effect of 8weeks of combined interval (resistance-interval training) and combined endurance (endurance-resistance training) on plasma levels of adropin and nitric oxide in males with high blood pressure.

Nitric oxide (NO) is a vasodilator that plays an important role in blood pressure control. The purpose of the present study was to compare the effect of 8weeks of resistance-interval and endurance-resistance trainings on plasma levels of adropin and NO in males with hypertension. Forty-five patients with hypertension were recruited and divided into 3 groups of control (age = 51.1 ± 6.4years, body mass = 80.4 ± 9.2kg), resistance-interval training (age = 50.7 ± 5.5years, body mass = 78.1 ± 11kg), and endurance-resistance training (age = 52.8 ± 6.1years, body mass = 79.6 ± 9.2kg). The resistance training program was performed in 2 sets, 10 to 15 repetitions, with 50% intensity of one repetition maximum. Increasing endurance training was performed for 30-40min at 60-70% of maximum heart rate (HRmax) on the bike. The high-intensity interval training program consisted of 4 intervals of 80 to 90% of HRmax and 3-min recovery periods of 60 to 70% of HRmax. Blood samples were collected 1week before the start of the training program and 48h after the last training session. Plasma levels of adropin and nitrite/nitrate were measured by ELISA before and after the exercise interventions. Eight weeks of resistance-interval and endurance-resistance trainings increased plasma levels of adropin and NO and decreased blood pressure (P ≤ 0.05). Furthermore, plasma levels of adropin increased in both exercise groups, whereas NO levels increased only in the endurance-resistance training. Systolic blood pressure decreased in the resistance-interval training (P ≤ 0.05) while it remained unchanged in the endurance-resistance group. Resistance-interval and endurance-resistance trainings are effective in decreasing blood pressure by increasing cardiorespiratory capacity and plasma levels of adropin and NO.