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[Purpose] Two-point discrimination (TPD) is expressed as the minimum distance at which two mechanical stimuli applied simultaneously to the skin can be perceived as two separate points. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of median nerve mobilization on TPD in healthy adults. [Participants and Methods] This study included 120 healthy adults. Participants were randomized according to their gender into the Neural Mobilization Group (NMG) and Control Group (CG). Demographic data of the participants (gender, age, height, weight, BMI, smoking) were recorded and TPD measurement was performed with baseline aesthesiometer on the palm with distal phalanges of the thumb, index and middle finger on the right-left hand. After the baseline TPD test, participants in the NMG performed Median Nerve Mobilization for 14 days. Measurements were taken before and after training. [Results] A statistically significant difference was found in all other measurements in both groups, except for the right and left palm TPD measurements in the control group. [Conclusion] It is thought that it would be beneficial to investigate the healing effects of the neural mobilization applications, which include all parts of the nerve line in disease conditions.[Purpose] To consider the effective rehabilitation approaches for locomotive syndrome (LS) and pre-frailty, we examined the characteristics of physical function and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in community-dwelling older adults. [Participants and Methods] Eighty-three individuals (age 71.8 ± 5.5 years, 29 males and 54 females) were divided into robust (R), LS, and locomotive syndrome with pre-frailty (LSP) groups. We compared the subscale and summary scores of the 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36) as HRQoL indices. The grip strength, five-chair stand up test (SS-5), and normal walking speed were the physical function indices. [Results] The LS group had lower two-step scores and normal walking speed but there was no significant difference in the SF-36. The two-step score and 25-question geriatric locomotive function scale, SS-5, seven SF-36 subscales, and mental component summary (MCS) scores were lower in the LSP group. Compared to that of the LS group, the LSP group did not show significant difference in physical function but showed lower values in overall health, vitality, mental health, and MCS in the SF-36 subscales. [Conclusion] The subjective evaluation of one's health was lower than that of the deterioration of physical function as a characteristic of the LSP.[Purpose] We investigated whether olfactory identification ability may be useful for early detection of cognitive decline. [Participants and Methods] The study included 55 community-dwelling older individuals without a history of mild cognitive impairment or dementia, who were capable of living independently. Cognitive function was evaluated using the Japanese versions of the Mini-Mental State Examination and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment tools. The olfactory identification ability was evaluated using the Odor Stick Identification Test for the Japanese. We also investigated the association between olfactory identification ability and cognitive function. [Results] Based on the Japanese version of the Mini-Mental State Examination, all participants were categorized into the noncognitive decline group, and based on the Japanese version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment tool, 21 participants were categorized into the cognitive decline group. With regard to olfactory discrimination ability, we observed a significant difference between participants with and without cognitive decline based on the Japanese version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment scores. Furthermore, we observed a significant positive correlation between the Japanese version of the the Montreal Cognitive Assessment scores and the Odor Stick Identification Test for the Japanese scores, although no significant correlation was observed between the Japanese version of the Mini-Mental State Examination and the Odor Stick Identification Test for the Japanese scores. [Conclusion] Olfactory identification ability may be useful to detect early-stage cognitive decline in community-dwelling older individuals.[Purpose] This study aimed to utilize the objective measurements and a survey questionnaire for assessing the intra- and inter-rater reliability, measurement time, and usability of a smartphone application type of goniometer to measure the hip joint angles. [Participants and Methods] Three examiners (physiotherapists) measured the hip joint range of motion using universal and smartphone goniometers on 30 daycare center rehabilitation patients. Reliability was calculated using the intra-class correlation coefficient. The examiners completed a questionnaire survey for assessing the usability of the goniometers. [Results] The intra-rater reliability was high, but the inter-rater reliability was low. Measurement times using the two instruments showed no difference. The usability questionnaire findings suggested that the smartphone goniometer was easier to use than the universal goniometer. [Conclusion] Reliability within the raters was high, but reliability among the raters was low. However, both goniometric devices provided a satisfactory range of motion measurement data when a single evaluator used the same device for all measurements.
Late bedtime is a common form of unhealthy sleep pattern in adulthood, which influences circadian rhythm, and negatively affects health. However, little is known about the effect of regular late bedtime on skin characteristics, particularly on skin microbiome.

To investigate the changes and effects of the regular late bedtime on skin physiological parameters and facial bacterial microbiome of 219 cases of Chinese women aged 18-38 years living in Shanghai.

Based on the Self-Evaluation Questionnaire, bedtime was categorized as 1100 PM; thus, the volunteers were divided into early bedtime group (S0) and late bedtime group (S1). The physiological parameters of facial skin were measured by non-invasive instrumental methods, and the skin microbiome was analyzed by 16S rRNA high-throughput sequencing.

The skin physiological parameters of the late bedtime group exhibited significant decrease in skin hydration content, skin firmness (F4) and elasticity (R2), while TEWL, sebum and wrinkle significantly increasen of facial bacterial microbiome.
Bedtime is an important factor in maintaining skin health. Regular late bedtime not only damages the skin barrier and skin structure but also reduces the diversity and composition of facial bacterial microbiome.
The purpose of this article is to review the cause of botulinum toxin (BT) failure and determine the ways to minimize the risks of its occurrence.

A PubMed and Google Scholar literature search was conducted with the search terms botulinum toxin, treatment, failure, causes, and prevention. Fifteen relevant articles were found and used as the scientific base for this article.

The failure of BT therapy is associated with immunogenic and non-immunogenic causes and the formation of neutralizing antibodies toward the active components of BT or the complexing proteins. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) testing and mouse hemidiaphragm assay (MHA) can diagnose the failure. The risk of developing treatment failure can be minimized by using complexing protein-free formulations, selecting a treatment regimen with the least immunogenicity, proper injection technique, and gentle product handling.

The treatment failure can compromise the success of BT treatment. Current medical literature shows controversial evidence for and against BT immunogenicity. Therefore, the cause of BT failure is likely to be multifactorial.
The treatment failure can compromise the success of BT treatment. Current medical literature shows controversial evidence for and against BT immunogenicity. Therefore, the cause of BT failure is likely to be multifactorial.
Anemia is a global health problem that affects all ages, particularly children under five years. If not treated early, childhood anemia results in impaired growth, delayed cognitive development, and organ dysfunction. There is a scarcity of studies on the prevalence of anemia among hospitalized sick neonates, especially in developing countries.

This study aimed to determine the magnitude of anemia and associated factors among hospitalized sick newborns at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital (UOGCSH).

An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted among admitted newborns from June 1 to September 30, 2020. All newborns whose gestational age (GA) ≥28 weeks and postnatal age ≤28 days, admitted to UOGCSH during the study period were included in the study. Data were collected by pediatric residents and a systematic random sampling technique was used to select the study participants. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 20. Binary logistic regression was uses was high. The current study recommends that healthcare providers should screen anemia among sick newborns who had risk factors. Prevention of maternal anemia and early treatment of obstetric complications will reduce the burden of anemia in sick neonates.
Breast cancer is considered one of the most common cancers in women caused by various clinical, lifestyle, social, and economic factors. Machine learning has the potential to predict breast cancer based on features hidden in data.

This study aimed to predict breast cancer using different machine-learning approaches applying demographic, laboratory, and mammographic data.

In this analytical study, the database, including 5,178 independent records, 25% of which belonged to breast cancer patients with 24 attributes in each record was obtained from Motamed cancer institute (ACECR), Tehran, Iran. Selleck IMT1 The database contained 5,178 independent records, 25% of which belonged to breast cancer patients containing 24 attributes in each record. The random forest (RF), neural network (MLP), gradient boosting trees (GBT), and genetic algorithms (GA) were used in this study. Models were initially trained with demographic and laboratory features (20 features). The models were then trained with all demographic, laboratory, and mammographic features (24 features) to measure the effectiveness of mammography features in predicting breast cancer.

RF presented higher performance compared to other techniques (accuracy 80%, sensitivity 95%, specificity 80%, and the area under the curve (AUC) 0.56). Gradient boosting (AUC=0.59) showed a stronger performance compared to the neural network.

Combining multiple risk factors in modeling for breast cancer prediction could help the early diagnosis of the disease with necessary care plans. Collection, storage, and management of different data and intelligent systems based on multiple factors for predicting breast cancer are effective in disease management.
Combining multiple risk factors in modeling for breast cancer prediction could help the early diagnosis of the disease with necessary care plans. Collection, storage, and management of different data and intelligent systems based on multiple factors for predicting breast cancer are effective in disease management.
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