Are Changes in Corticomotor Excitability Associated with Improved Arm Functional Performance Following a Tailored Strength Training Intervention in Chronic Stroke Survivors? by Stephania Palimeris, Yekta Ansari, Anthony Remaud, François Tremblay, Hélène Corriveau, Marie-Hélène Boudrias, Marie-Hélène Milot

“…Background/Objectives: We showed that a tailored strengthening intervention based on the size of motor evoked potentials (MEPs) elicited by transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in the affected hemisphere resulted in an improved affected arm function, regardless of stroke severity. …”
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Effects of a Self-Management Telehealth Program on Improving Strength and Hand Function in Systemic Sclerosis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Orathai Wantha, Ajanee Mahakkanukrauh, Siraphop Suwannaroj, Kwankaew Tuydaung, Nonglak Methakanjanasak, Kannika Srichomphu, Jinnaphat Kraipoj, Chingching Foocharoen

“…Objective: A self-management telehealth program to improve hand strength and function in systemic sclerosis (SSc) patients may improve their quality of life, so we investigated its efficacy. …”
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Lateral epicondyle osteotomy results in improved radiologic and functional outcomes in severe lateral tibial plateau fractures: a retrospective cohort study by Hendrik Fahlbusch, P. Behrendt, A. Becker, C. Arras, H. Gablac, J. Frings, M. Hoffmann, M. Krause, K. H. Frosch

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APPLICATION OF α-GLYCERYLPHOSPHORYLCHOLINE IN THE COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENT SCHEME FOR FUNCTIONAL RECOVERY AFTER CEREBRAL HEMISPHERIC ISCHEMIC STROKE by O.O. Pushko, N.V. Lytvynenko

“…Given that cholinergic insufficiency and structural and functional damage of neurons play an important role in the pathogenesis of post-stroke disorders, the use of medicines for their correction, in particular α-glycerylphosphorylcholine, is justified. …”
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Therapeutic Effects of Slow Deep Breathing on Cardiopulmonary Function, Physical Performance, Biochemical Parameters, and Stress in Older Adult Patients with Long COVID in Phayao,... by Tichanon Promsrisuk, Arunrat Srithawong, Ratchaniporn Kongsui, Napatr Sriraksa, Sitthisak Thongrong, Chiraphat Kloypan, Nattha Muangritdech, Kit Khunkitti, Thanakorn Thanawat, Petcharaporn Chachvarat

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Enhanced Lightweight Quantum Key Distribution Protocol for Improved Efficiency and Security by Ashutosh Bhatia, Sainath Bitragunta, Kamlesh Tiwari

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Quality of life improvements and clinical assessments in kidney transplant recipients undergoing pegloticase treatment for uncontrolled gout: findings of the phase 4 PROTECT clinic... by Abdul Abdellatif, Lin Zhao, Katie Obermeyer, Zana Vranic, Brad A. Marder, John D. Scandling

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Liver function effects of SGLT2 inhibitor and GLP‐1 receptor agonist combination treatment in patients with type 2 diabetes (post hoc analysis of RECAP study) by Daisuke Tsuriya, Kazuo Kobayashi, Kei Takeshita, Takuya Hashimoto, Moritsugu Kimura, Yoshimi Muta, Hisashi Yokomizo, Yuichi Takashi, Shunichiro Tsukamoto, Kouichi Tamura, Keizo Kanasaki, Daiji Kawanami, Masao Toyoda

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Restoring Biomechanical Gait Function with Ultrasound-Guided Acupotomy for Post-Stroke Equinovarus Foot: Two Case Reports and a Protocol (A CARE- and SPIRIT-Compliant Study) by Jiwoo Kim, Taeseok Ahn, Jihyun Moon, Youngjo So, Hyeon-gyu Cho, Sangho Ji, Myungjin Oh, Sangkwan Lee, Cheol-Hyun Kim

“…Lessons and implications: Ultrasound-guided acupotomy may offer a minimally invasive, targeted approach to releasing spastic muscles while preserving neurovascular structures, thereby improving gait function in patients with post-stroke EVF.…”
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Effectiveness of pulmonary rehabilitation in post-COVID-19 patients: A pre- and post-interventional study by Medha Deepak Bargaje, Priyasha Sharma, Jyoti Deepak Londhe, Sanjeevani Vishwanath Patil, Anita Tulsiramji Anokar, Purwa Prakash Doke, Jitendra Shankarlal Oswal, Prakash Prabhakarrao Doke, Kranti Laxman Rayamane, Nachiket Sandeep Sule, Aruna Bhimsen Deshpande

“…Conclusion Pulmonary rehabilitation is beneficial for post-COVID patients in improving their quality of life and six-minute walk test parameters, resulting in improved functional capacity and overall quality of life.…”
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EA Improves the Motor Function in Rats with Spinal Cord Injury by Inhibiting Signal Transduction of Semaphorin3A and Upregulating of the Peripheral Nerve Networks by Rong Hu, Haipeng Xu, Yaheng Jiang, Yi Chen, Kelin He, Lei Wu, XiaoMei Shao, Ruijie Ma

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Acupuncture Improved the Function of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter and Esophageal Motility in Chinese Patients with Refractory Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Symptoms: A Randomiz... by Tang Yuming, Zhao Yuping, Lin Yihan, Zhu Ying, Huang Jia, Shen Hanbing, Zou Duowu, Yao Weiyan

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Edaravone Dexborneol Treatment Attenuates Neuronal Apoptosis and Improves Neurological Function by Suppressing 4-HNE-Associated Oxidative Stress After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage by Qian Chen, Yichen Cai, Xiaoyu Zhu, Jing Wang, Feng Gao, Mingfeng Yang, Leilei Mao, Zongyong Zhang, Baoliang Sun

“…Our results showed that a post-SAH therapeutic regimen with edaravone dexborneol helped improve neurological function up to 21 days after SAH surgery and demonstrated a greater beneficial effect than edaravone alone, accompanied by an obvious inhibition of neuronal apoptosis in the CA1 hippocampus and basal cortex regions. …”
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Dual function of heterotrophic ammonia-oxidizing bacteria in facilitating maize compensatory growth under limited rewatering after drought by Qiang Lv, Ruo-Yu Hao, Xiao-Ling Wang, Li-Ju Zhou, Lin Qi, Peng Song

“…However, HAOB overcame these constraints through its twofold function, enhancing cytokinin translocation and improving water use efficiency by more than fourfold, successfully promoting compensatory growth even under limited rewatering. …”
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MANAGEMENT OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES IN UKRAINE DURING WARTIME: THE ROLE OF STATE POLICY AND BEST PRACTICES FROM EUROPE by O. I. Karyy, Yu. H. Bondarenko, I. Ya. Kulyniak, S. V. Ohinok

“…A comparative analysis of the implementation of recreational functions in Ukraine and the EU is conducted. Recommendations are proposed to ensure comprehensive rehabilitation of individuals affected by the war, including the creation of conditions for health improvement, rest, and recovery; the implementation of effective psychological support programs; and the development and execution of state programs to support war-affected populations. …”
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Inhaled Triple Therapy with Extrafine Single Inhaler Versus Multiple Devices in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (TRIPOLI): A Post-Authorization Retrospective Study by Cabrera César E, López García J, Vega Lizarazo DE, Benítez-Cano Gamonoso M, Segura Romero M, Sanchez Martín S, León Nieto MI, González-Segura Alsina D, Velasco Garrido JL

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β3-Adrenergic receptor antagonism improves cardiac and vascular functions but did not modulate survival in a murine resuscitated septic shock model by Eugénie Hagimont, Marc-Damien Lourenco-Rodrigues, Benjamin-Glenn Chousterman, Frances Yen-Potin, Manon Durand, Antoine Kimmoun

“…Conclusions In an experimental murine model of resuscitated septic shock, β3-AR is resistant to desensitization and its inhibition improves cardiac and vascular function without affecting the short-term survival.…”
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An improved finite set model predictive control of SRM drive based on a voltage vectors strategy for low torque ripple by Deepak Mohanraj, Devakirubakaran S, Praveen Kumar Balachandran

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Efficacy of brief cognitive behavior therapy in improving symptoms, functioning, and adherence to treatment in patients with bipolar disorder in remission: A randomized control stu... by Seema Nambiar, Manjula Munivenkatappa, Shyam Sundar Arumugham

“…Background: Residual symptoms in individuals with bipolar disorder (BD) in remission are common, and they contribute to significant functional impairment and distress. The incomplete efficacy of pharmacological treatments and improvements in psychotherapeutic approaches has led to renewed interest in psychotherapy for this disorder. …”
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A Preliminary Investigation into the Use of Cannabis Suppositories and Online Mindful Compassion for Improving Sexual Function Among Women Following Gynaecological Cancer Treatment by Samantha Banbury, Hannah Tharmalingam, Joanne Lusher, Simon Erridge, Chris Chandler

“…<i>Results:</i> Sexual function, including arousal, lubrication and orgasms, improved for both the MC <i>p</i> = 0.002 and COCM <i>p</i> ≤ 0.001 groups; in addition, sexual pain was reduced in the COCM <i>p</i> = 0.008 and CO <i>p</i> ≤ 0.001 groups compared to the CAU and MC groups, where <i>p</i> ≥ 0.05. …”
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