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IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 9181: Receiver Operating Characteristic Curve Analysis of the Somatosensory Organization Test, Berg Balance Scale, and Fall Efficacy Scale & ndash;International for Predicting Falls in Discharged Stroke Patients
Conclusions: Optimal cut-off scores for SOT, BBS, and FES-I were determined for patients at risk for falls after a stroke, which all three tools classified with a good discriminatory ability.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - July 27, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Iva Fiedorov á Eva Mr ázková Mariana Z ádrapová Hana Tom ášková Tags: Article Source Type: research
The underlying mechanism of PM2.5-induced ischemic stroke
This article is the first to systematically describe the molecular biological mechanism of PM2.5-induced ischemic stroke, and also propose potential therapeutic and intervention strategies. We highlight the effect of PM2.5 on traditional cerebrovascular risk factors (hypertension, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, atrial fibrillation), which were easily overlooked in previous studies. Additionally, the effects of PM2.5 on platelet parameters, megakaryocytes activation, platelet methylation, and PM2.5-induced oxidative stress, local RAS activation, and miRNA alterations in endothelial cells have also been described. Finally, PM2...
Source: Environmental Pollution - August 2, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Zhuangzhuang Chen Peilin Liu Xiaoshuang Xia Lin Wang Xin Li Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 9612: Changes in Long-Term Functional Independence in Patients with Moderate and Severe Ischemic Stroke: Comparison of the Responsiveness of the Modified Barthel Index and the Functional Independence Measure
This study investigated the long-term functional changes in patients with moderate-to-severe ischemic stroke. In addition, we investigated whether there was a difference between the modified Barthel Index (MBI) and Functional Independence Measure (FIM) according to severity. To evaluate the changes in the long-term functional independence of the subjects, six evaluations were conducted over 2 years, and the evaluation was performed using MBI and FIM. A total of 798 participants participated in this study, of which 673 were classified as moderate and 125 as severe. During the first 3 months, the moderate group showed greate...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - August 4, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Eun Young Lee Min Kyun Sohn Jong Min Lee Deog Young Kim Yong Il Shin Gyung Jae Oh Yang Soo Lee So Young Lee Min Keun Song Jun Hee Han Jeong Hoon Ahn Young Hoon Lee Won Hyuk Chang Soo Mi Choi Seon Kui Lee Min Cheol Joo Yun Hee Kim Tags: Article Source Type: research
The underlying mechanism of PM2.5-induced ischemic stroke
This article is the first to systematically describe the molecular biological mechanism of PM2.5-induced ischemic stroke, and also propose potential therapeutic and intervention strategies. We highlight the effect of PM2.5 on traditional cerebrovascular risk factors (hypertension, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, atrial fibrillation), which were easily overlooked in previous studies. Additionally, the effects of PM2.5 on platelet parameters, megakaryocytes activation, platelet methylation, and PM2.5-induced oxidative stress, local RAS activation, and miRNA alterations in endothelial cells have also been described. Finally, PM2...
Source: Environmental Pollution - August 2, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Zhuangzhuang Chen Peilin Liu Xiaoshuang Xia Lin Wang Xin Li Source Type: research
Exploring the impacts of street-level greenspace on stroke and cardiovascular diseases in Chinese adults
In this study, the CVDs and stroke data of participants were retrieved from the 33 Chinese Community Health Study. We measured participants' exposure to street-level greenspace exposure using street view images and machine learning technique. Multilevel logistic regressions were applied. While controlling for confounders, we found that higher level of street-level greenspace exposure was associated with lower CVDs prevalence. However, street-level greenspace exposure was associated with stroke prevalence only for females. The associations were stronger among females, younger adults, participants with educational attainment...
Source: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety - August 21, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Ruoyu Wang Pengxin Dong Guoping Dong Xiang Xiao Jingwen Huang Linchuan Yang Yunjiang Yu Guang-Hui Dong Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 10868: HRV-Guided Training for Elders after Stroke: A Protocol for a Cluster-Randomized Controlled Trial
The objective of this protocol is to determine the effect of HIIT compared to HRV-guided training in terms of cardiorespiratory fitness, heart rate variability, functional parameters, body composition, quality of life, inflammatory markers, and cognitive function in patients who have had a stroke, as well as to assess the feasibility of patients undertaking an 8-week cardiac rehabilitation program, evaluating its safety and their adherence. The proposed protocol involved cluster-randomized controlled design in which the post-stroke patients are assigned either to an HRV-based training group (HRV-G) or a HIIT-based training...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - August 31, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Mar ía Carrasco-Poyatos Antonio Granero-Gallegos Gin és D. López-García Rut L ópez-Osca Tags: Study Protocol Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 12174: Health Promotion Programs Can Mitigate Public Spending on Hospitalizations for Stroke: An Econometric Analysis of the Health Gym Program in the State of Pernambuco, Brazil
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Health promotion programs can reduce morbidity and mortality from chronic diseases, as well as public spending on health. The current study aims to evaluate the effects of the Health Gym Program on expenditures on hospitalizations for stroke in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. This public policy impact assessment used an econometric model that combines the difference-in-difference estimator with propensity score matching. Data referring to the health, demographic, and socioeconomic characteristics of the 185 municipalities in Pernambuco were collected for the period from 2007 to 2019. Validation tests were carried o...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - September 26, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: da Guarda Tags: Article Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 13301: Destruction of Vowel Space Area in Patients with Dysphagia after Stroke
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Dysphagia is associated with dysarthria in stroke patients. Vowel space decreases in stroke patients with dysarthria; destruction of the vowel space is often observed. We determined the correlation of destruction of acoustic vowel space with dysphagia in stroke patients. Seventy-four individuals with dysphagia and dysarthria who had experienced stroke were enrolled. For /a/, /ae/, /i/, and /u/ vowels, we determined formant parameter (it reflects vocal tract resonance frequency as a two-dimensional coordinate point), formant centralization ratio (FCR), and quadrilateral vowel space area (VSA). Swallowing function...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - October 15, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Choi Yoo Park Tags: Article Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 14587: Returning to Leisure Activity Post-Stroke: Barriers and Facilitators to Engagement
Conclusions: Physical difficulties and lack of energy are problematic for stroke and TIA survivors who want to return to or participate in leisure activity. Healthcare support alone cannot overcome all practical and emotional issues related to leisure activity engagement. Family support and improving well-being are important facilitators and future research should explore these mechanisms further.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - November 7, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Joanna Harrison Clare Thetford Matthew J. Reeves Christopher Brown Miland Joshi Caroline Watkins Tags: Article Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 15199: Effect of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Augmented with Motor Imagery and Upper-Limb Functional Training for Upper-Limb Stroke Rehabilitation: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions: Anodal tDCS stimulation over the affected primary motor cortex coupled with MI and upper-limb functional training reduces impairment and disability of the upper limbs among patients with chronic stroke.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - November 17, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Faizan Zaffar Kashoo Raid Saleem Al-Baradie Msaad Alzahrani Ahmad Alanazi Md Dilshad Manzar Anchit Gugnani Mohammad Sidiq Mohammad Abu Shaphe Mohamed Sherif Sirajudeen Mehrunnisha Ahmad Bader Althumayri Abdullah Aljandal Ahmed Almansour Shady Abdullah Als Tags: Article Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 15306: A Novel Index in the Prediction of Pneumonia following Acute Ischemic Stroke
Conclusions: This study presents factors that show a significant association with the occurrence of pneumonia in patients with acute ischemic stroke. The calculated PNEUMOINDEX consists of data obtained at admission, namely NYHA III and IV heart failure, COPD, generalized atherosclerosis, NIHHS score on admission, and CRP/Hgb ratio, and shows high prediction accuracy in predicting hospital-acquired pneumonia in ischemic stroke patients.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - November 19, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Aleksandra Szyli ńska Marta Bott-Olejnik Pawe ł Wańkowicz Dariusz Karo ń Iwona Rotter Katarzyna Kotfis Tags: Article Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 15585: Corticospinal Responses Following Gait-Specific Training in Stroke Survivors: A Systematic Review
ne Mercier
Corticospinal excitability is subject to alterations after stroke. While the reversal of these alterations has been proposed as an underlying mechanism for improved walking capacity after gait-specific training, this has not yet been clearly demonstrated. Therefore, the objective of this review is to evaluate the effect of gait-specific training on corticospinal excitability in stroke survivors. We conducted an electronic database search in four databases (i.e., Medline, Embase, CINAHL and Web of Science) in June 2022. Two authors screened in an independent way all the studies and selected those that investi...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - November 24, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Yosra Cherni Alexia Tremblay Margaux Simon Floriane Bretheau Andr éanne K. Blanchette Catherine Mercier Tags: Review Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 20, Pages 657: Clinical Characteristics and Rehabilitation Strategies for the Stomatognathic System Disturbances in Patients with Stroke: A Systematic Review
Conclusion: The stomatognathic system disturbances are frequently reported among patients with stroke, leading to dysfunction in masticatory performance or swallowing. More studies on interventions for stomatognathic system disturbances are required before conclusions may be drawn. Key Practitioner Message: This systematic review has clinical implications for rehabilitation practices, given that the results may help to develop early assessment and rehabilitation strategies for stomatognathic disturbances in patients with stroke.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - December 30, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: M ónica Zapata-Soria Irene Cabrera-Martos Laura L ópez-López Araceli Ortiz-Rubio Mar ía Granados-Santiago Izarbe R íos-Asín Marie Carmen Valenza Tags: Review Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 20, Pages 3984: Measuring Sleep Quality in the Hospital Environment with Wearable and Non-Wearable Devices in Adults with Stroke Undergoing Inpatient Rehabilitation
This study compared a commonly used actigraphy sleep monitoring device with a low-cost commercial device. Eighteen adults with stroke wore the Philips Actiwatch to monitor sleep latency, sleep time, number of awakenings, time spent awake, and sleep efficiency. A sub-sample (n = 6) slept with the Withings Sleep Analyzer in situ, recording the same sleep parameters. Intraclass correlation coefficients and Bland–Altman plots indicated poor agreement between the devices. Usability issues and inconsistencies were reported between the objectively measured sleep parameters recorded by the Withings device compared wi...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - February 23, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Michael Pellegrini Natasha A. Lannin Richelle Mychasiuk Marnie Graco Sharon Flora Kramer Melita J. Giummarra Tags: Article Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 20, Pages 4712: Do Weight Changes Affect the Association between Smoking Cessation and the Risk of Stroke Subtypes in Korean Males?
Conclusions: Comparable patterns were obtained for stroke subtypes. Thus, we strongly recommend quitting smoking, as weight gain after quitting smoking does not alter the stroke-related benefits.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 7, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Seulji Moon Yeun Soo Yang Heejin Kimm Keum Ji Jung Ji Young Lee Sun Ha Jee Sunmi Lee So Young Kim Chung Mo Nam Tags: Article Source Type: research
