Enhancing Malva sylvestris extract properties through lactic acid bacteria fermentation: impact on phytochemical profile and bioactivity by Sofia Massaro, Jacopo Sica, Gloria Ghion, Chiara Nadai, Simone Vincenzi, Davide Porcellato, Viviana Corich, Alessio Giacomini, Armin Tarrah

“…Furthermore, the optimized fermentation conditions could facilitate the incorporation of fermented malva as a functional ingredient in plant-based foods, aligning with the growing consumer demand for health-oriented products. …”
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Shifting from postauricular to transcanal microscopic tympanoplasty may have similar frequency-specific improvements with better air-bone-gap closure at low frequencies and a minim... by Ethan I Huang, Yu-Chieh Wu, Hsiu-Mei Chuang, Tzu-Chi Huang

“…The further analyses on gap change as a function of frequency (0.5, 1, 2, and 4k Hz) show that both of postauricular and transcanal tympanoplasties improved postoperative air-bone gap among the levels of frequency. …”
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Effects of Internet Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia and Internet Sleep Hygiene Education on Sleep Quality and Executive Function Among Medical Students in Malaysia: Proto... by Vijandran Mariappan, Firdaus Mukhtar

“…Since poor sleep quality has negative physiological and psychological consequences such as on executive function, there is an opportunity to improve sleep quality and executive functions using non-pharmacological intervention such as cognitive behavioural therapy. …”
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Train-your-brain pilot community-based intervention after stroke: cognitive trajectory over 10-month follow-up by Nicole Yun Ching Chen, Xiang Cong Tham, Yanhong Dong, Yanhong Dong

“…Free recall and category-cued recall deteriorated over 10 months, while multiple-choice format recall remained stable. A slight improvement was observed in SDMT scores from pre-TYB to post-TYB, which was relatively maintained after 10 months. …”
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Effects of intermittent oral-esophageal tube feeding for patients with post-stroke dysphagia: A Meta-analysis (间歇性经口至食管管饲用于脑卒中后吞咽障碍患者疗效的Meta分析)... by QU Jianni (屈简妮), JIAO Meng (焦萌), GUO Hong (郭红), CHEN Shanshan (陈闪闪)

“…Conclusion Intermittent oral-esophageal tube feeding can effectively improve swallowing function and nutritional status in patients with dysphagia after stroke, and reduce the incidence of aspiration and aspiration pneumonia. …”
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A pilot randomized controlled double-blind trial of intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to improve memory in mild cognit... by Maria I. Lapid, Sandeep R. Pagali, Michael R. Basso, Paul E. Croarkin, Jennifer R. Geske, John Huston, Karimul Islam, Boney Joseph, Walter W. Kennebeck, Daehun Kang, Simon Kung, Allison M. LeMahieu, Brian N. Lundstrom, Ronald C. Petersen, Mikaela M. Sarran, Yunhong Shu, Ilya M. Swanson, Erik K. St. Louis, Melissa K. Wang, Yogatheesan Varatharajah, Neeraj Wagh, Kirk M. Welker, Gregory A. Worrell, Bradley F. Boeve

“…Specifically, noninvasive brain stimulation using repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) has demonstrated promise in improving cognition in MCI and AD. Objectives Our study will test the feasibility of using intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) technique of rTMS in MCI, pilot test the study design, and collect pilot data on the effect of iTBS over three different brain regions on working memory, new learning, and executive function in MCI. …”
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The Impact of Dance-Specific Neuromuscular Conditioning and Injury Prevention Training on Motor Control, Stability, Balance, Function and Injury in Professional Ballet Dancers: A M... by Katherine L Long, Mary K Milidonis, Veronica L Wildermuth, Adam N Kruse, Uniqua T Parham

“… # Results Significant post-test improvements included: The Dance Functional Outcome Survey (Z= -2.2, *p*= 0.04), composite Modified Star Excursion Balance Test (Z= -2.2, *p*= 0.03 bilaterally), Single Leg Hop for Distance (Z= -2.02, *p*= 0.04), and Upper Extremity Closed Kinetic Chain Test (Z=-2.03, *p*= 0.04). …”
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Genome-Wide In Silico Analysis of 1-Aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate oxidase (ACO) Gene Family in Rice (<i>Oryza sativa</i> L.) by Jing Xia, Yingsheng Qiu, Wanli Li, Yingcheng Zhang, Linxin Liu, Yi Wang, Wangshu Mou, Dawei Xue

“…These findings pave the way for the further investigation of OsACO functions and their potential applications in improving rice growth and stress resilience by modulating ethylene biosynthesis.…”
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Treating Complex Trauma in Adolescence: A Case Study of Brief Focal Psychotherapy After Vicarious Gender Violence and Child Abuse by Georgina Rosell-Bellot, Eva Izquierdo-Sotorrío, Ana Huertes-del Arco, María Rueda-Extremera, María Elena Brenlla

“…The patient exhibited symptoms consistent with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma. …”
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Using lactoferrin and N-acetylcysteine to augment the growth rate and hemato-biochemical parameters of Egyptian Baladi goats kids by Mohamed E. El-Sharawy, Yasser S. Hussein, Abdelhamid Saeed Abo El-Enin, Ahmed S. H. Shams, Rashed A. Alhotan, Elsayed Osman Hussein, Branislav Galik, M. A. Kamal, Ahmed A. Saleh, Soliman M. Soliman, Sara Mahmoud Omar, Tarek A. Ebeid, Ahmed M. I. Mustafa, Ibrahim Atta Abu El-Naser

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Angiotensin-(1-7) Provides Potent Long-Term Neurorepair/Neuroregeneration in a Rodent White Matter Stroke Model: Nonarteritic Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (rNAION) by Kwang Min Woo, Yan Guo, Zara Mehrabian, Thomas Walther, Neil R. Miller, Steven L. Bernstein

“…ONs were histologically examined for inflammation. Ang-(1-7) improved post-rNAION visual function. Ang-(1-7)-treated animals showed improved visual acuity (ANCOVA: <i>p</i> = 0.0084) and improved fVEP amplitudes (ANCOVA: <i>p</i> = 0.0378) vs vehicle controls. …”
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Association of self-efficacy, risk attitudes, and time preferences with health-related quality of life and functioning after total hip or knee replacement – Results of the MobilE-T... by Sebastian Fuchs, Lars Schwettmann, Benedict Katzenberger, Alexander Paulus, Boris Michael Holzapfel, Johanna Theresia Biebl, Martin Weigl

“…Results In THR patients a one-point-increase in self-efficacy was associated with improvements in EQ-5D-5L (β=0.0704; p=0.0099), WOMAC global (β=6.6337; p=0.0139), WOMAC function (β=8.2557; p=0.0046), and WOMAC pain (β=5.9994; p=0.0232). …”
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A randomised comparative effectiveness trial exploring two lower-dose resistance training modalities on quality of life, functional capacity and strength in healthy, untrained comm... by Liam T. Pearson, Alena Pönitzová, Myles Stelling, David Duffy, Ashleigh Keenan, David G. Behm, Samuel Stuart, Stuart Goodall, Gill Barry

“…This study investigated whether a lower volume of once-weekly resistance training (RT) could elicit meaningful improvements in quality of life (QoL), functional capacity and strength in untrained older adults, aiming to determine if reduced training volume could yield meaningful adaptations. …”
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Effects of combined hypoxia and irradiation on mouse bone marrow hematopoietic cells by YANG Xinhai, CHEN Fang, QUAN Yong

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Comparative analysis of adductor canal block combined with iPACK block versus femoral combined with sciatic nerve blocks: a propensity score matched study by Chao-Hsien Sung, Jen-Hao Liu, Chi-Feng Hung, Chun-Hsien Fu

“…However, few studies compare the analgesic efficacy and functional recovery of adductor canal block (ACB) combined with infiltration between the popliteal artery and the capsule of the knee (iPACK) versus sciatic and femoral nerve blocks (S + F). …”
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AquaDualPark Study - Effects of Aquatic and Land-Based Dual-Task Exercise Program on Motor and Cognitive Functions of People With Parkinson’s Disease: Protocol for a Randomized Cli... by Adriano Zanardi da Silva, Vera Lúcia Israel

“…A battery of validated assessments was used, including the MoCA, SCOPA-COG, TUG, FTSST, Mini-BEST, DGI, ABC, and PDQ-39, administered at baseline, post-intervention, and at a 12-week follow-up. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate whether dual-task training, particularly in the aquatic environment, offered superior benefits over single-task training in improving cognitive, motor, and functional abilities in individuals with PD. …”
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Cognitive Stimulation and Its Effects on Well-Being, Executive Functions, and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor in Older Adults from a Mexican Geriatric Center: A Quasi-Experimenta... by Nadia Yanet Cortés-Álvarez, César Rubén Vuelvas-Olmos, Leticia Gabriela Marmolejo-Murillo, Elizabeth Sánchez-Duarte, Alfredo Lara-Morales

“…<b>Results:</b> The intervention group showed significant improvements in executive function, depressive symptoms, independence in daily activities, and quality of life, while the control group showed no changes. …”
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The effects of a home-based resistance training programme on body composition and muscle function during weight loss in people living with overweight or obesity: a randomised contr... by Ahmad Binmahfoz, Lynsey Johnston, Emma Dunning, Cindy M. Gray, Stuart R. Gray

“…Body composition, muscle strength, and physical function were assessed at baseline and post-intervention. …”
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A Randomized Controlled Study on the Application of LEARNS Health Education Combined with Intelligent Follow-up Management in Secondary Prevention of Ischemic Stroke and Its Impact... by Chu R, Zhen X, Wang L, Zhang M, Shang M, Wang C, Liu J

“…Patient outcomes were assessed using the General Medication Adherence Scale (GMAS), secondary prevention control measures (including blood glucose, blood pressure, lipid control, smoking/alcohol cessation, obesity control, and exercise adherence), the Barthel Index (BI) for neurological function, and ischemic stroke recurrence. Evaluations were conducted at discharge and at all follow-up time points within six months post-discharge.Results: Compared to the control group, the observation group showed significantly higher medication adherence rates, better control in all secondary prevention measures, and higher neurological function recovery rates at all follow-up time points (P &lt; 0.05). …”
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Effects and neural mechanisms of a brain–computer interface-controlled soft robotic glove on upper limb function in patients with subacute stroke: a randomized controlled fNIRS stu... by Xiang Ji, Xia Lu, Yi Xu, Wenbin Zhang, Han Yang, Chenghui Yin, Hewei Wang, Caili Ren, Yingying Ji, Yongqiang Li, Guilan Huang, Ying Shen

“…PFC activation is correlated with functional improvements, suggesting a potential mechanism underlying the benefits of rehabilitation in stroke patients. …”
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