Mystery illness among U.S. diplomats did not cause permanent brain damage
For several years, dozens of U.S. diplomats and intelligence agents have fallen ill with a perplexing array of symptoms that some politicians, intelligence analysts, and physicians have speculated may have been triggered by a so-called directed-energy weapon. Whatever caused these anomalous health incidents (AHIs), as the cases have been labeled by the U.S. government, it did not leave lasting brain damage, two new studies suggest. “We hope these results will alleviate concerns about AHIs being associated with severe neurodegenerative changes in the brain,” says Carlo Pierpaoli, chief of the Laboratory on Quantit...
Source: Science of Aging Knowledge Environment - March 18, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Return to Sport After Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears Treated with Platelet Rich Plasma Injections Is influenced by Length of Rehabilitation and Leukocyte Content of Injections: A Systematic Review
To analyze current literature assessing return to sport (RTS) outcomes following platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections for the non-operative treatment of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries. (Source: Arthroscopy - Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery)
Source: Arthroscopy - Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery - March 18, 2024 Category: Surgery Authors: Stephen P. Fucaloro, Alex S. Kang, Jack T. Bragg, Laura Krivicich, Matthew J. Salzler Source Type: research

Sensors, Vol. 24, Pages 1935: Development of Wearable Devices for Collecting Digital Rehabilitation/Fitness Data from Lower Limbs
an-Min Chen Lower extremity exercises are considered a standard and necessary treatment for rehabilitation and a well-rounded fitness routine, which builds strength, flexibility, and balance. The efficacy of rehabilitation programs hinges on meticulous monitoring of both adherence to home exercise routines and the quality of performance. However, in a home environment, patients often tend to inaccurately report the number of exercises performed and overlook the correctness of their rehabilitation motions, lacking quantifiable and systematic standards, thus impeding the recovery process. To address these challenges, the...
Source: Sensors - March 18, 2024 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Yu-Jung Huang Chao-Shu Chang Yu-Chi Wu Chin-Chuan Han Yuan-Yang Cheng Hsian-Min Chen Tags: Article Source Type: research

Spectral exponent assessment and neurofilament light chain: a comprehensive approach to describe recovery patterns in stroke
ConclusionWe present proof of concept of a promising approach for the characterization of different recovery patterns in stroke patients. (Source: Frontiers in Neurology)
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - March 18, 2024 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Case report: Complex left-carina resection: three-year single-center experience
Carinal and tracheobronchial angle tumors have long been a contraindication for surgical removal; the technique of tracheal sleeve pneumonectomy makes it possible to approach this malignancy but still represents a surgical challenge. Left sleeve pneumonectomy is less common compared with right sleeve pneumonectomy and represents a minority component in the literature’s case series due to the complexity of the anatomy. In addition, there is no standard for treatment strategy, and it must be assessed on a case-by-case basis. From 2020 to 2023, we performed three left tracheal sleeve pneumonectomies and one neocarina recons...
Source: Frontiers in Oncology - March 18, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

Oral rehabilitation and associated quality of life following mandibular reconstruction with free fibula flap: a cross-sectional study
DiscussionDespite the well-reconstructed bony structures, there is a need to increase the effort of achieving oral rehabilitation, especially looking at the patient’s persistent motivation for the procedure. (Source: Frontiers in Oncology)
Source: Frontiers in Oncology - March 18, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

Stroke virtual rehabilitation in rural communities: exploring the perceptions of stroke survivors, caregivers, clinicians, and health administrators
CONCLUSION: Virtual rehabilitation is generally accepted by all stakeholders as a supplement to in-person services. Addressing the unique barriers faced by rural clinicians and stroke survivors is necessary to provide successful virtual rehabilitation.PMID:38493294 | DOI:10.1080/09638288.2024.2328308 (Source: Disability and Rehabilitation)
Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - March 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Jessica Irish Annu Sharma Delphine Labbe Sacha Arsenault Katie White Brodie M Sakakibara Source Type: research

Sensors, Vol. 24, Pages 1922: Assistance Device Based on SSVEP-BCI Online to Control a 6-DOF Robotic Arm
uevedo This paper explores the potential benefits of integrating a brain–computer interface (BCI) utilizing the visual-evoked potential paradigm (SSVEP) with a six-degrees-of-freedom (6-DOF) robotic arm to enhance rehabilitation tools. The SSVEP-BCI employs electroencephalography (EEG) as a method of measuring neural responses inside the occipital lobe in reaction to pre-established visual stimulus frequencies. The BCI offline and online studies yielded accuracy rates of 75% and 83%, respectively, indicating the efficacy of the system in accurately detecting and capturing user intent. The robotic arm achi...
Source: Sensors - March 17, 2024 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Maritza Alb án-Escobar Pablo Navarrete-Arroyo Danni Rodrigo De la Cruz-Guevara Johanna Tobar-Quevedo Tags: Article Source Type: research

Optimization and mechanism of the novel eco-friendly additives for solidification and stabilization of dredged sediment
This study demonstrated the ecological benefits of employing bentonite and citrus peel powder in the solidification process of dredged sediment, providing an effective solution for sediment solidification.PMID:38492144 | DOI:10.1007/s11356-024-32865-2 (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International)
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - March 16, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Yu-Jia Deng Zhi-Xuan Yue Zi-Jie Wang Qi Huang Xiao-Li Yang Source Type: research

Aerobic physical capacity and health-related quality of life in children with sickle cell disease
CONCLUSION: Aerobic capacity is poor in children with sickle cell disease. VO2max decrease is associated with the level of anemia, the existence of a homozygote HbS/S mutation, lung function, and health-related quality of life. These results represent a signal in favor of early initiation of cardiac rehabilitation in patients with sickle cell disease.CLINICAL TRIALS: NCT05995743.IMPACT: Aerobic fitness is a predictor of cardiovascular health which correlates with health-related quality of life in the general population. Aerobic capacity (VO2max) is poor in children with sickle cell disease, despite the absence of any patte...
Source: Pediatric Research - March 16, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Corentin Laurent-Lacroix Marie Vincenti Stefan Matecki Perrine Mah é Lionel Moulis Gregoire De La Villeon Sophie Guillaumont Anne Requirand Johan Moreau Muriel Lalande Marie-Christine Picot Pascal Amedro Arthur Gavotto Source Type: research

Infant mismatch responses to speech-sound changes predict language development in preschoolers at risk for dyslexia
CONCLUSIONS: Infant MMRs, providing information about the maturity of the auditory system, are associated with the development of pre-reading skills. Speech-processing deficits may contribute to deficits in language acquisition observed in dyslexia.SIGNIFICANCE: Infant MMRs could work as predictive markers of atypical linguistic development during early childhood. Results may help in planning preventive and rehabilitation interventions in children at risk of learning impairments.PMID:38492973 | DOI:10.1016/j.clinph.2024.02.032 (Source: Clinical Neurophysiology)
Source: Clinical Neurophysiology - March 16, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Sergio Navarrete-Arroyo Paula Virtala Peixin Nie Linda Kailaheimo-L önnqvist Satu Salonen Teija Kujala Source Type: research

Aerobic physical capacity and health-related quality of life in children with sickle cell disease
CONCLUSION: Aerobic capacity is poor in children with sickle cell disease. VO2max decrease is associated with the level of anemia, the existence of a homozygote HbS/S mutation, lung function, and health-related quality of life. These results represent a signal in favor of early initiation of cardiac rehabilitation in patients with sickle cell disease.CLINICAL TRIALS: NCT05995743.IMPACT: Aerobic fitness is a predictor of cardiovascular health which correlates with health-related quality of life in the general population. Aerobic capacity (VO2max) is poor in children with sickle cell disease, despite the absence of any patte...
Source: Cell Research - March 16, 2024 Category: Cytology Authors: Corentin Laurent-Lacroix Marie Vincenti Stefan Matecki Perrine Mah é Lionel Moulis Gregoire De La Villeon Sophie Guillaumont Anne Requirand Johan Moreau Muriel Lalande Marie-Christine Picot Pascal Amedro Arthur Gavotto Source Type: research

The Significance of Chronic Fatigue in the Post-Covid Consultation and its Consequences for Outpatient Rehabilitation in the Context of Statutory Accident Insurance
CONCLUSION: For further treatment of the leading symptom of chronic fatigue, a multimodal and interdisciplinary outpatient rehabilitation is recommended, which should be oriented towards the treatment of the diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and thus in particular towards a psychoeducational and rather than a curative therapeutic approach, and should consider aftercare strategies. Confirmed mental disorders and neuropsychological deficits are to be treated in addition.PMID:38492566 | DOI:10.1055/a-2266-3441 (Source: PPmP Psychotherapie Psychosomatik Medizinische Psychologie)
Source: PPmP Psychotherapie Psychosomatik Medizinische Psychologie - March 16, 2024 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Stefan Dalichau Henrike Kordy Janna Kl üver Wibke Brinkmeier Nadine Rathmann Lacy Yorke Jesko Kleefmann Torsten M öller Source Type: research

Psychosomatic Rehabilitation for Post-COVID
Conclusion The treatment concept for the rehabilitation of patients with post-COVID must take into account the often individual course of the disease. Psychosomatic rehabilitation can make an important contribution here.PMID:38492565 | DOI:10.1055/a-2259-9236 (Source: PPmP Psychotherapie Psychosomatik Medizinische Psychologie)
Source: PPmP Psychotherapie Psychosomatik Medizinische Psychologie - March 16, 2024 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Axel Kobelt-P önicke Svenja K äbitz Christoph Kr öger Source Type: research

Optimization and mechanism of the novel eco-friendly additives for solidification and stabilization of dredged sediment
This study demonstrated the ecological benefits of employing bentonite and citrus peel powder in the solidification process of dredged sediment, providing an effective solution for sediment solidification.PMID:38492144 | DOI:10.1007/s11356-024-32865-2 (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International)
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - March 16, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Yu-Jia Deng Zhi-Xuan Yue Zi-Jie Wang Qi Huang Xiao-Li Yang Source Type: research