Comparative analysis of ground reaction forces and spatiotemporal gait parameters in older adults with sway-back posture and chronic low back pain: a cross-sectional study by Fatemeh Esmaeilpour, Amir Letafatkar, Mohammad Taghi Karimi, Mehdi Khaleghi, Giacomo Rossettini, Jorge Hugo Villafañe

“…Abstract Background Gait alterations associated with postural deviations are a significant factor contributing to functional limitations in older adults. Among these, sway-back posture has been linked to chronic low back pain (CLBP), defined as pain persisting for more than three months. …”
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Defining Public Health Transformation: A Scoping Review by Violet Phooko, Kuhlula Maluleke, Sebueng Ramatsokotla, Thato Serite, Kabelo Kgarosi, Funeka Sokudela, Tivani Mashamba‐Thompson

“…Such transformation requires a fundamental change in public health systems' structure, functioning and interactions, supported by continuous quality improvement, innovation, partnerships, community‐driven efforts and systems change. …”
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Attitude of Healthcare Providers Towards Care of People with Disabilities, in Hail Region, Saudi Arabia by Saleh KA, Alrubaiee GG, Alqalah TAH, Almoliky MA, Alrashedi H, Alkubati SA, Ahmed WA

“…Master’s degree holders had the highest average score (93.52), but the differences remained statistically insignificant.Conclusion: The study concludes that while healthcare providers generally have positive attitudes towards people with disabilities, there is a critical need for comprehensive training programs to enhance the quality of care provided. Future research should extend to other regions and employ qualitative methods to gain deeper insights into healthcare providers’ attitudes toward and experiences with people with disabilities.Keywords: attitudes, healthcare providers, people with disabilities, Saudi Arabia…”
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The Results of Unstable Intertrochanteric Femur Fracture Treated with Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation-2 with respect to Different Greater Trochanteric Entry Points by Sharan Mallya, Surendra U. Kamath, Rajendra Annappa, Nithin Elliot Nazareth, Krithika Kamath, Pragya Tyagi

“…The final follow-up was conducted at six months. The functional outcome was evaluated using modified Harris hip score. …”
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Mental health literacy among Jordanian nurses: a cross-sectional study and scale validation by Walid Al-Qerem, Anan Jarab, Judith Eberhardt, Fawaz Alasmari, Alaa Hammad, Amani Moh’d Ibrahim Alfarajat, Sarah Abu Hour, Lujain Al-sa’di, Rama AlKhateeb, Walaa Ashran

“…Rasch analysis confirmed proper item hierarchy and no significant gender-based differential item functioning. Cronbach’s α values exceeded 0.70 across all factors, supporting the scale’s reliability. …”
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Single-staged Surgical Correction of Kyphotic Deformity due to Dorsal Spinal Tuberculosis in Pediatric Patients: Outcome Analysis by Mageswaran Shanmugavelu, Makesh Ram Sriraghavan, Prabhu Aloy, Poornima Kumararaja, Sai Vinay Bharadwaj Namala

“…Results: All six cases had good radiological and functional outcomes in terms of kyphotic correction and neurological recovery. …”
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A theory-based analysis of the implementation of online asynchronous telemedicine platforms into primary care practices using Normalisation Process Theory by Cara Leighton, Natalie Joseph-Williams, Annavittoria Porter, Adrian Edwards, Alison Cooper

“…Further research should explore patient groups or needs for which online platforms are most suitable, reasons why online platforms work better for different patients and how different patient groups can be supported to benefit from asynchronous telemedicine.…”
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AI in Medical Questionnaires: Innovations, Diagnosis, and Implications by Xuexing Luo, Yiyuan Li, Jing Xu, Zhong Zheng, Fangtian Ying, Guanghui Huang

“… This systematic review aimed to explore the current applications, potential benefits, and issues of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical questionnaires, focusing on its role in 3 main functions: assessment, development, and prediction. …”
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Rare filamin C variants among patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy referred for septal myectomy by S. E. Andreeva, A. V. Gurshchenkov, V. V. Zajcev, A. A. Kozyreva, A. I. Mihaleva, A. S. Murav'ev, V. K. Grebennik, L. B. Mitrofanova, M. L. Gordeev, O. M. Moiseeva, A. A. Kostareva

“…Rare FLNC variants can act as causative or modifying factors of HCM course. Functional and population-based studies using segregation analysis should clarify the pathogenicity of rare FLNC variants.…”
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Evaluation of the impact of physical exercise on quality of life and clinical outcomes among women undergoing treatment for breast cancer by Nicole de Moraes Pertile, Juliana Nichterwitz Scherer, Maiara Anschau Floriani, Andriele Abreu Castro, Juçara Gasparetto Maccari, Luiz Antonio Nasi

“…Physical exercise is an important activity that should be considered in order to have a healthy routine, as it improves all quality of life domains globally.…”
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Vix (Côte-d’Or) et l’émergence des principautés celtiques : l’hypothèse portuaire et le concept de port of trade by Bruno Chaume

“…Polanyi does not analyse into the differences that operate or should operate between Karl Lehmann-Hartleben’s emporion and his own concept. …”
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Transcriptional and Physiological Responses of <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> CZ to Octanoic Acid Stress by Zhi-Hai Yu, Ming-Zhi Shi, Wen-Xuan Dong, Xiao-Zhu Liu, Wei-Yuan Tang, Ming-Zheng Huang

“…Transcriptomic profiling of 5665 genes highlighted the predominant downregulation of ribosomal functions (translation, ribosome biogenesis) and amino acid metabolism pathways (e.g., <i>ARO10</i>, <i>ARO9</i>). …”
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Kidney transplantation and dialysis in older adults: goals, expectations, satisfaction, and regret – a mixed-methods prospective cohort study by Tessa S. Schoot, Marit G. Zuidema, Edward Bok, Marieke Perry, Joy Lips, Femke Molenaar, Willi van Kuijk, Susan J. J. Logtenberg, Louis J. Reichert, Bram Voorzaat, Rob J. van Marum, Luuk B. Hilbrands, Angèle P. M. Kerckhoffs

“…Abstract Background In older adults, decision-making about kidney failure treatments can be complex. Treatment choices should align with patient-centered goals and be guided by realistic expectations. …”
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“It’s like going through life at a mediocre level”: a qualitative study of the meaning and impact of fatigue in children and young people with sickle cell disease by Brenda Agyeiwaa Poku, Karl Michael Atkin, John David Grainger, Iyamide Thomas, Rachael Oshinbolu, Abubakar Mohammed, Edith Kyewalyanga, Susan Kirk

“…Conclusions Fatigue dominates CYP’s experience of living with SCD, significantly impacting their physical, social and educational functioning and leading to isolation and stigma. Often overlooked in clinical settings, addressing fatigue should be integral to SCD care and research. …”
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HEALTH-PRESERVING COMPETENCE AS A COMPONENT OF THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OF THE FUTURE PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER by Romanyshyna Lyudmyla, Kryshchuk Bogdan, Polishchuk Oleksandr

“…It was concluded that this process should be carried out on the basis of the provisions of systemic, activity-based, axiological, integrative, and epistemological methodological approaches.…”
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FINANCIAL AND LEGAL ASPECTS OF ECONOMIC SECURITY OF THE STATE by I. Nastasiak, O. Baik, O. Zaiats, N. Mykhalitska, M. Veresklia

“…It is necessary to determine the functions of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine in the realm of monitoring and regulating financial stability of the state, particularly in the real economy sector. …”
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Modern pharmacotherapy of patients with short intestinal syndrome. Regional experience in management of patients by E. P. Tropina, V. A. Zmanovskaya

“…Rehabilitation measures in children with short bowel syndrome should take into account the requirements of correction of impaired absorption and restoration of normal trophic status; relief of diarrhea, prevention and treatment of dysbiosis; control and correction of general digestive disorders, as well as comorbid conditions. …”
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Challenges in developing a split drive targeting dsx for the genetic control of the invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi by Mireia Larrosa-Godall, Joshua X. D. Ang, Philip T. Leftwich, Estela Gonzalez, Lewis Shackleford, Katherine Nevard, Rob Noad, Michelle A. E. Anderson, Luke Alphey

“…Conclusions These results should be considered when proposing the viability of dsx as a target gene for a population suppression gene drives in Anopheles stephensi. …”
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Correction of eating disorders in patients with oral and oropharyngeal cancer after reconstructive plastic surgery by E. A. Krasavina, E. L. Choynzonov, D. E. Kulbakain, V. A. Aleekseev

“…The use of the microvascular surgical techniques using various donor flaps creates the basis for a more complete functional recovery and expands the rehabilitation potential of patients after surgical treatment of oral and oropharyngeal cancer.…”
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The Impact of Self-Management Interventions on Behavioral and Clinical Outcomes in Individuals with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Systematic Review of Empirical Evidence From 200... by Hanrop S, Narupan N, Praha N, Phianhasin L, Ruksakulpiwat S

“…Self-management interventions led to significant improvements in physical health (eg, reduced fatigue and improved functional capacity), mental health (eg, reduced anxiety and depression), and health behaviors (eg, enhanced adherence to treatment and self-care practices). …”
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