This study investigated the impact of hamstring strain injuries (HSI) and vision on muscle recruitment and postural control in athletes with HSI.

To evaluate the trends in physical fitness in children and adolescents.

To record Maximal Inspiratory Pressure (MIP) and Maximal Expiratory Pressure (MEP) in neuro-rehabilitation patients and establish correlation with functional status, quality of life, demographics and co-morbidities.

Anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome, an infrequent entrapment neuropathy involving the deep peroneal nerve beneath the inferior extensor retinaculum in the anterior ankle, is often overlooked on medical images, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment. We present the case of a 52-year-old male, an avid runner, who exhibited a sensation of burning and tingling in the dorsal region of both feet. Electrophysiologic studies suggested bilateral deep peroneal neuropathy. Subsequent magnetic resonance imaging revealed bilateral focal regions of signal alteration, consistent with scarring, encasing the deep peroneal nerves at the anterior tarsal tunnel. These regions were indented by the deep laminae of the inferior extensor retinacula, suggesting compression. The constellation of findings was consistent with anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome. This is a unique case of bilateral deep peroneal nerve entrapment exacerbated by repetitive microtrauma, culminating in anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome. Notably, this case represents the first instance in literature where MRI played a pivotal role in diagnosis.

To assess the performance of five osteoporosis clinical risk assessment tools (SCORE, ORAI, ABONE, OST and OSIRIS), in a subgroup of young postmenopausal women aged 50-64, who underwent DXA screening.

The synergy between arm and shoulder muscles, along with isometric finger flexor strength, are crucial for climbing proficiency. However, tests often assess these factors separately rather than in a unified action. This study aimed to determine the intra- and inter-session reliability of the mean propulsive velocity (MPV) during pull-ups on a large hold and on small climbing edges.

To analyze the incidence and influencing factors of perioperative occult blood loss in elderly hip fracture patients.

Obesity and diabetes mellitus (DM) are major risk factors for osteoarthritis (OA), but it remains unclear how comorbidity affects apoptosis signaling in OA. This study investigated the effect of metabolic diseases on apoptosis and apoptosis-related intracellular and extracellular signaling in OA.

To explore the therapeutic effects of Maohuoside A (MHA) on rats with osteoarthritis (OA) induced by anterior cruciate ligament transection, and to analyze its impact on the activation of adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK).

To elucidate how indomethacin may slow the progression of osteoarthritis (OA).

Non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP) with movement control impairment (MCI) subgroup often experiences postural pain and functional lumbar spine instability. This scoping review had two aims: 1) to map the evidence related to dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) efficacy as a spinal stabilization strategy and to identify gaps in the literature that may exist regarding the effectiveness of DNS in low back pain management and 2) to align the DNS approach as a potential intervention for MCI patients. The clinical trial studies related to DNS exercises were searched from inception until February 2024 through electronic databases, such as PubMed, Google Scholar, PEDro, and Science Direct. The Arksey and O'Malley methodology and PRISMA-ScR checklist were followed to report the findings. A total of 18 studies offering a total sample of 483, were included based on the inclusion criteria. The results of 14 studies summarized the DNS-related influence on neural substrates and core stability. The availability of only 4 studies on DNS efficacy in chronic low back pain indicates a dearth of evidence. This review highlighted the DNS efficacy in improving core muscle activation and pain-related symptoms in NSCLBP patients while emphasising the need for prospective research in the MCI subgroup.

To investigate the effect of ischemic preconditioning (IC) on bilateral hip abductor strength, fatigue, and power in patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA).

To investigate the therapeutic effect and mechanism of Danggui Buxue Tang in the treatment of biceps longus tendon lesions, and to preliminarily explore the relevant factors affecting this injury.

It is known that neuropathic pain frequently accompanies rheumatological diseases. In this study, neuropathic pain in Ankylosing Spondylitis(AS) and its relationship with disease activity were investigated.

This study aims to assess how enhancing upper limb function on the affected side of stroke influences the gait of the lower limb.

To compare early outcomes of proximal femoral bionic nail (PFBN), Inter-TAN, proximal femoral nail antirotation (PFNA) for intertrochanteric fractures in elderly patients.

Neuromuscular inhibitors have been quickly advanced from being used only for aesthetic purposes to being used as a treatment for musculoskeletal pain and muscle spasticity. This phenomenon stems from the diminished force exerted by muscles, which are essential for bone remodeling. In this context, it is hypothesized that botulinum toxin (BTX) might exert a direct influence on bone resorption. Although such treatments have the potential to provide patients with significant relief, bone loss occurring due to elective muscle paralysis has yet to be examined in clinical trials. The disuse model resulting from spinal cord injury, characterized by the absence of ground reaction and muscle forces, provides an ideal context for exploring the skeletal ramifications of intramuscular BTX injection. This approach enables an investigation into the intricate interplay between muscle and bone, encompassing the impact of spasticity on bone preservation, the potential positive and negative outcomes of BTX on bone metabolism, and the involvement of the autonomic nervous system in bone remodeling regulation. This paper presents a narrative review of research findings on the disturbance of the typical balance between muscles and bones caused by acute muscle paralysis from BTX, resulting in osteopenia and bone resorption.

Leiomyomas and schwannomas are both types of rare benign soft tissue tumours. Leiomyomas are more commonly found in the lower limbs than in the upper extremities, while schwannomas are rare peripheral nerve sheath tumours that can occur in different anatomical regions. However, they rarely occur in the saphenous nerve. This case study presents a 41-year-old female patient with a solitary mass lesion located deep in the soft tissue of the anteromedial lower extremity. The physical examination revealed a palpable, elastic-hard, mobile and non-tender mass. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed an oval-shaped subcutaneous mass on contrast-enhanced T1-weighted sections. The initial MRI images suggested a schwannoma, but the tumour was later confirmed to be a leiomyoma after total enucleation. An immunohistochemical study was performed for differential diagnosis. Solitary mass lesions in the lower extremities can be mistaken for various types of tumours and misdiagnosed and require histopathological examination and good radiological imaging for differential diagnosis. Complete surgical excision is usually a safe and effective treatment for leiomyomas.