Functional capacity assessment through five-repetition sit-to-stand test: Reference values for people living at high-altitude by Sofía Dávila-Oña, Mauricio Morales-Satan, Rodrigo Torres-Castro, Cristhel Hidrovo-Moreno, Matías Otto-Yáñez, Saul Caicedo-Trujillo, Clara Gualotuña-Vasco, Roberto Vera-Uribe, Klever Bonilla-Yacelga, Lilian Solis-Navarro

“…Introduction The five repetitions sit-to-stand test is commonly used to evaluate physical function, mainly to determine the risk of falls, and is also included as a component in other evaluations, such as the Short Physical Performance Battery. …”
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Changes in Temporal and Spatial Patterns of Intrinsic Brain Activity and Functional Connectivity in Upper-Limb Amputees: An fMRI Study by Bingbo Bao, Lei Duan, Haifeng Wei, Pengbo Luo, Hongyi Zhu, Tao Gao, Xiaoer Wei, Jing Li, Yuehua Li, Yimin Chai, Changqing Zhang, Xianyou Zheng

“…Local and wide-spread changes in ALFFs in the sensorimotor cortex and cognitive-related brain regions after upper-limb amputation may imply dysfunction not only in sensory and motor function but also in areas responsible for sensorimotor integration and motor planning. …”
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Functional validation of somatic variability in TP53 and KRAS for prediction of platinum sensitivity and prognosis in epithelial ovarian carcinoma patients by Al Obeed Allah Mohammad, Ali Esraa, Krus Ivona, Holý Petr, Haničinec Vojtěch, Ambrozkiewicz Filip, Rob Lukáš, Hruda Martin, Mrhalová Marcela, Kopečková Kateřina, Bartáková Alena, Bouda Jiří, Spálenková Alžběta, Souček Pavel, Václavíková Radka

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The Phytochemical and Functional Characterization of the Aerial Parts of <i>Artemisa alba Turra</i> (<i>Asteraceae</i>) Grown in Romania by Mădălina Țicolea, Raluca Maria Pop, Marcel Pârvu, Lia-Oxana Usatiuc, Ana Uifălean, Valeria Alvarez Brito, Eva Fischer-Fodor, Floricuța Ranga, Crina Claudia Rusu, Maria Crisan, Bianca Bosca, Florinela Adriana Cătoi, Alina Elena Pârvu

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Alexithymia and self-injury functions as mediators between childhood maltreatment and nonsuicidal self-injury in adolescents with major depressive disorder by Yudong Shi, Qing Zhang, Guodong Xu, Song Wang, Changhao Chen, Zhiwei Liu, Feng Geng, Jiawei Wang, Xiangfen Luo, Xiangwang Wen, Huanzhong Liu

“…However, the mechanisms by which CM influences NSSI through alexithymia and self-injury functions (SF) remain unclear. This study aims to investigate the mediating roles of alexithymia and SF in the relationship between CM and NSSI and to explore the interrelations among these variables in adolescents with MDD. …”
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The Impact of Power Training on Muscle Power, Physical Performance, and Physical Functioning in Older Adults: A Descriptive Case Series by El Hadouchi M, Kiers H, Veenhof C, Van Dieën J

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of Powerful Ageing on muscle power, physical performance, and physical functioning in older adults immediately following the intervention and at 1-year follow-up.Patients and methods: The study design was a prospective longitudinal case series. …”
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Addition of beans flour and Mukene (Rastrineobola argentea) powder improves the nutritional, sensory and functional properties of maize flour for porridge by Gaston Ampek Tumuhimbise, Gerald Tumwine, Agnes Nabubuya, Boniface Mutatina, Atucungwiire Rwebiita, Robert Basaza

“…The plant based foods are high in calories but limited in other essential nutrients such as proteins, vitamins and minerals. This study aimed to develop maize-based composite flour enriched with locally available legumes namely; beans and soybeans and Rastrineobola argentea powder. …”
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Assessment of Proximate, Vitamins, In Vitro Antioxidant, and Functional Properties of Some Polyherbal Formulations as Prospective Botanical Candidates for Pharmaceutical Applicatio... by Abubakar Mannir Rawayau, Aliyu Sani Yandoma, F Lawal Muhammad, Nasir Rufa'i, Ahmed Sani, A Halliru

“…Polyherbal formulations are popular due to their potency, low cost, clinical efficacy, safety, and success in chronic conditions.  The study aims to evaluate the proximate, vitamin, functional, and antioxidant activity of polyherbal formulations of Turmeric, Coriander, and mint (TCM) leaves as potential botanical candidates for pharmaceutical screening.  …”
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Functional Reorganization of White Matter Supporting the Transhemispheric Mechanism of Mirror Therapy After Stroke: A Multimodal MRI Study by Li Ding, Kexu Zhang, Xu Wang, Shanbao Tong, Xiaoli Guo, Jie Jia

“…Mirror therapy (MT) is an effective approach in stroke recovery, but its impact on subcortical neural reorganization remains unclear. Thus, we aimed to investigate the neuroplastic effects on white matter due to MT. …”
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Medium-term Effects of Enhanced External Counterpulsation in the Structural and Functional Parameters of Blood Vessels in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease by K. S. Karaganov, O. A. Slepova, A. S. Lishuta, N. I. Solomakhina, Yu. N. Belenkov

“…Aim. To study the mid-term effects of enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) in the structural and functional parameters of blood vessels, exercise tolerance and quality of life indicators in patients with verified coronary artery disease (CAD).Material and methods. …”
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Radiological Healing Patterns and Functional Outcomes After Conservative Treatment of Unilateral Condylar Fractures: A Report of Two Cases by Edoardo Staderini, Irene Cavalcanti, Anna Schiavelli, Patrizia Gallenzi, Gabriele Di Carlo, Massimo Cordaro

“…The radiological healing patterns were associated with slightly different functional outcomes. Both patients also exhibited an improvement in skeletal asymmetry and TMJ function. (4) <b>Conclusions:</b> According to the findings in the present study, the condylar remodeling and bone apposition after conservative treatment of condylar fractures in growing patients can exhibit different radiological and functional outcomes. …”
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Invasive minimal Microvascular Resistance Is a New Index to Assess Microcirculatory Function Independent of Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease by Guus A. de Waard, Sukhjinder S. Nijjer, Martijn A. van Lavieren, Nina W. van der Hoeven, Ricardo Petraco, Tim P. van de Hoef, Mauro Echavarría‐Pinto, Sayan Sen, Peter M. van de Ven, Paul Knaapen, Javier Escaned, Jan J. Piek, Justin E. Davies, Niels van Royen

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Relation of Cognitive Reserve Indicator to Heart Disease and Cardiac Structure and Function: A Large Community‐Based Longitudinal Study by Xuerui Li, Wenzhe Yang, Yuyang Miao, Abigail Dove, Jiao Wang, Tingting Du, Zhongze Fang, Weili Xu, Qiang Zhang

“…Background High cognitive reserve (CR) has been related to lower dementia risk, but its association with heart disease (HD) is unknown. We aimed to explore the relation of CR to HD and cardiac structure and function. …”
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Association of Vegetable and Fruit Consumption Patterns with Cognitive Function in Older People with Different BMI Ranges: Findings from China by Huang L, Hong Z, Guo Y, Song W, Huang J, Cao W, Cao C, Chen R, Bai Z

“…Liang Huang,1,&amp;ast; Zixuan Hong,2,&amp;ast; Ying Guo,2 Wenjin Song,2 Jiawei Huang,2 Wenwen Cao,2 Chenglin Cao,2 Ren Chen,2,3 Zhongliang Bai2 1Department of Medical Affairs Management, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, Anhui, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Health Services Management, School of Health Services Management, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Geriatrics, Chaohu Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Chaohu, Anhui, People’s Republic of China&amp;ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Ren Chen, Department of Health Services Management, School of Health Services Management, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, 230032, People’s Republic of China, Email chenren2006@hotmail.com Zhongliang Bai, Department of Health Services Management, School of Health Services Management, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, 230032, People’s Republic of China, Email baizhongliang@ahmu.edu.cnPurpose: There is a lack of research on how vegetable and fruit consumption patterns affect cognitive function in older adults with varying BMIs. Therefore, this study aims to explore their relationship, with a special focus on gender differences.Patients and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in Anhui Province, China, between July and September 2019, and information was collected from 6211 participants regarding socio-demographics, the frequency of vegetable and fruit consumption per week, and cognitive function. …”
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Upper extremity function and disability recovery with vibration therapy after stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs by Yueh-Hsun Lu, Hung-Ju Chen, Chun-De Liao, Po-Jung Chen, Xin-Miao Wang, Chieh-Hsiang Yu, Po-Yin Chen, Chueh-Ho Lin

“…Abstract Background This study aimed to investigate the therapeutic effects of vibration therapy for improving upper extremity motor impairment, function, and disability recovery in people with stroke. …”
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Stature estimation and sex determination from contemporary Northeastern Thai clavicles using discriminant function and linear regression analyses by Chanasorn Poodendaen, Poonikha Namwongsakool, Sitthichai Iamsaard, Nareelak Tangsrisakda, Rarinthron Samrid, Chadaporn Chaimontri, Worrawit Boonthai, Suthat Duangchit

“…High variability of clavicle has significant forensic application in many populations except the modern Northeastern Thais. This study aimed to develop the discriminant function analysis to estimate stature and sex dimorphism from dry clavicles in exploring a potential method for Thai forensic anthropology. …”
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The smallest worthwhile effect on pain and function for rotator cuff repair surgery: a benefit-harm trade-off study by Harrison J. Hansford, Rachelle Buchbinder, Joshua R. Zadro, James H. McAuley, Manuela L. Ferreira, Adriane Lewin, Richard S. Page, Ian A. Harris

“…Participants completed the benefit-harm trade-off survey to determine the SWE of improvements in pain and function for rotator cuff repair compared to the other treatments and again after one week to assess reliability. …”
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The Relation Between Thyroid Function and Auto-Antibodies in Graves' Disease and Non-Autoimmune Hyperthyroidism Disease in AL-Najaf Province by Mohammed A.K. Al-Saadi, Eman Thabit Nadhaif, Salman A.A. AL-Jibouri

“…Recommendation: For adults, the best recommendation may be to put thyroid function testing (TSH, T4, T3) on your list of health care provider. …”
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Effect of MED-TLIF Combined with Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation on Function and Spinal Pelvic Parameters in Patients with Lumbar Spondylolisthesis by Huiqiang Lv, Hailiang Bi, Jianming Wei, Bin Xia

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Oral health and cognitive function: Insights from longitudinal ageing study in India (LASI) - A cross-sectional analysis by Sakthi Kiruthika K, Akshata Rao, Abhijith Rajaram Rao, Bhawana Painkra, Akash Jaiswal, Pramod Kumar, Nidhi Soni, Naveet Wig, Prasun Chatterjee, Avinash Chakrawarty

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