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Acute Blood Pressure Responses To Static And Dynamic Exercise: Racial Differences, Reuben Leon Wright

Theses and Dissertations in Urban Services - Urban Education

African Americans have a higher incidence of hypertension than other racial groups. Furthermore, some research suggests that normotensive individuals who exhibit exaggerated blood pressure (BP) responses to exercise may be at risk for future hypertension. This study sought to determine if normotensive African Americans exhibited exaggerated BP responses to static exercise or dynamic exercise relative to Caucasian Americans and Asian Americans. Thirty normotensive subjects participated from each of the three racial groups (15 males and 15 females). Subjects held 30% of maximal voluntary contraction (right knee extension) for 3 minutes, and BP was recorded during the third minute. On a …

What's Happening: March 18, 1998, Maine Medical Center

What's Happening

No abstract provided.

What's Happening: March 4, 1998, Maine Medical Center

What's Happening

No abstract provided.

Dentalgram - Vol. 12, No. 03, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Alumni-Student Convention report
• Table clinic awards
• Department news
• Clinic With a Heart

What's Happening: February 4, 1998, Maine Medical Center

What's Happening

No abstract provided.

What's Happening: January 7, 1998, Maine Medical Center

What's Happening

No abstract provided.

Differences In Lean And Obese Skeletal Muscle Myoblasts Of Adult And Post-Natal La/N (Faf) Rats: A Confocal Description Of The Skeletal Muscle Myoblast, J. Adam Noah

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Mutant strains of obese rats are currently being studied to reveal the mechanisms of increased lipid synthesis and decreased lipid oxidation in these rats. It was originally thought that much of the fat production that leads to obesity is the result of metabolic processes in the liver and adipose tissue. Studies by Kahle et al.³ showed that the liver and adipose tissue account for only 22% and 7% respectively, of total fatty acid synthesis. It was also shown that 21 % of total de novo fatty acid was localized in the postural skeletal muscle.

The dry weight of the …

Progestin Stimulation Of The Protooncogene C-̲M̲Y̲C In T47d Human Breast Cancer Cells, Kristy Ann Blankenship

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Moore and co-workers have previously demonstrated that progestins stimulate the growth of T47D human breast cancer cells. We now investigate the possibility that progestins might transactivate the protooncogcne c-myc as part of the mechanism for growth stimulation. Treatment of T47D cells with the synthetic progestin R5020 results in a rapid, dose-dependent increase in c-myc mRNA. This stimulation is evident as early as 5 minutes, increases up to 4-fold at 1 hour, and then returns toward basal levels. The optimal concentration of R5020 for induction of c-myc gene expression is 10 nM, which is within the physiologically relevant range of hormone …

Characterization Of The Promoter And Upstream Activation Sequences Of Sporulation-Specific Genes Spr1 (Ssg1) And Spr2 In Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, Sharmini S. Soosaithasan

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Sporulation is a developmental process in which temporally distinct sets of genes regulate the processes of meiosis and ascospore formation. Sporulation-specific genes are classified into early, middle, and late genes based on their peak time of expression during sporulation. Regulation of two late genes, SPR1 and SPR2, was studied. The function of SPR2 is unknown. Its regulatory region contains two Mid Sporulation Elements (MSE) repeated in tandem that are sufficient to confer sporulation-specific regulation to a CYCl-lacZ reporter. These sequences have UAS (upstream activation sequence) properties, as each 14 base pair element is sufficient to confer sporulation-specific regulation …

Voices From The Floor - A Pcom Anthology (Winter 1998), Pcom

Voices from the Floor

The Winter 1998 issue includes:

• "One Day at at Time with Michael" by Mary DeJoseph, DO and Paul DeJoseph, DO,
• "The Bloodless Medical Care Option" by Ronald C. Morgan
• "Going Home" by By Maria J. Hoertz, MPH, MSIII
• "The Humors in Uniform" by Susan Entwistle Marshall, MSII

College Of Dental Medicine-For The 1998 Entering Class, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

Ada News Daily - 1998 Day 3, American Dental Association, Publishing Division

ADA News

The ADA News Daily (also called the ADA News Convention Daily) is a special edition of the ADA News published each day during American Dental Association Annual Sessions.

Hamstring Tendons As Autograft Replacements In Acl Reconstructions: A Review Of The Literature, Jason Anderson

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Hamstring tendons have gained a great deal of acceptance in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction procedures in the 1990's, but some misconceptions concerning the ability of hamstring grafts to successfully replace ruptured ACLs still exist. More surgeons are using hamstring tendons to reconstruct ACL-deficient knees because their harvest does not disrupt the extensor mechanism of the knee. Enthusiasts of the hamstring graft believe that it promotes quicker return of quadriceps strength and knee range of motion without a prevalence of postoperative pateIIofemoral symptoms.

The purpose of this review is to dispute the concerns that exist concerning the initial tensile strength, …

Identifying Community Specific Barriers To Prenatal Care Services, Linda Pearl Helsper

Theses Digitization Project

The intent of this research project was to discover the barriers that exist in this community when a woman attempts to access prenatal care. A concern for the well being of the children in the community and a belief in the importance of early intervention to enhance outcomes inspired the idea for this project.

Rehabilitation Of Obesity, Patricia Ann Thomas

Theses Digitization Project

This project investigates the many influences throughout the life span that interact to cause obesity. Heredity factors, overfeeding in infancy and childhood, repeated dieting, inactivity, lifestyle and psychosocial conditions all contribute to the incidence of obesity.

Eating Induced By Perifornical Camp Is Behaviorally Selective And Involves Protein Kinase Activity, Elizabeth Gillard, Arshad Khan, Bara Mouradi, Omkar Nalamwar, B. Stanley

Selected Works Temporary Series

No abstract provided.

1998 Apothecary, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Apothecary

The 1998 Apothecary staff would like to congratulate the graduating seniors for their completion of the professional curriculum at Southwestern Oklahoma State University School of Pharmacy. We know the knowledge and ideals you have learned at Southwestern will make you a successful health professional. Good luck in your future goals, and always strive to make new and more challenging ones.

A Review Of Osteochondritis Dissecans In The Knee And Elbow, Kimberley Dalere

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a condition or injury that causes a separation on the subchondral bone and articular cartilage. I,2 The reported incidence of OCD is 30- 60 cases per 100,000 people.3 It is primarily found in the knee and elbow joints. 1,2,3 The male to female ratio has been reported as two to one in the knee joint and three to one in the elbow joint, with thirty three per cent having bilateral involvement in one occurrence. I ,4,5,6 Since OCD has a high incidence rate in men and women, the purpose of this study is to compare and …

Effective Treatment Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder : A Multimodal Approach, Dave A. Lipinski

Graduate Research Papers

The beginning of the 1990's brought with it increased attention to what is becoming the most talked about disorder of childhood and adolescence, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This disorder is estimated to afflict between 3% and 9% of the entire United States school-aged population. The most common treatment consist of behavior modification, cognitive therapy, diet restrictions and food supplements, cognitive and social skill training, psychosocial interventions, interpersonal problem solving and prescription medicine such as Ritalin.

The literature on stimulant medication and psychosocial treatments for children with ADHD suggest that no single method of treatment alone yields significant long-term therapeutic …

The Effects Of Exercise On The Elderly Population: A Literature Review, Angela M. Thoreson

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

The population of those 65 years old or older has increased dramatically over the past several decades and will continue to grow well into the 21 st Century. This change in U.S. demography has also led to an increased interest in geriatric medicine and the implications physical activity has on the social, medical, and economical aspects of treating this patient population.

Research has shown that people who participate regularly in aerobic activity have lower mortality and morbidity rates, even if an exercise program is started later in life. Moderate exercise has been proven to be an important part of treatment …

Health Professions Division Catalog Academic Year 1998-1999, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

Comparison Of Arterial Plasma Amino Acid Concentrations In Rats Fed Ad Lib Oral Chow Or Parenteral Nutrition Via Intravenous Or Gastric Infusion, Jane M. Gervasio, Emily B. Hak, Michael C. Storm, M. E. Croft, Lawrence J. Hak

Scholarship and Professional Work – COPHS

Abstract from the 22nd Clinical Congress of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Orlando, FL, January 18-21, 1998.

Renal Phosphorus Regulation In Thermally-Injured And Multiple Trauma Patients Receiving Enteral Nutrition, Jane M. Gervasio, Rex O. Brown, Justin J. Sherman, William L. Hickerson, Kenneth A. Kudsk, Roland N. Dickerson

Scholarship and Professional Work – COPHS

Abstract from the 22nd Clinical Congress of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Orlando, FL, January 18-21, 1998.

Uncertainty And Variability Analysis In The Estimation Of Human Exposure To Mercury From Seafood Consumption Using Two-Dimensional Monte Carlo Simulations, J. Keith Bangerter

MUSC Theses and Dissertations

Fish and shellfish are a beneficial food source due to their high protein content, low saturated fat content, and low cholesterol content; they possess beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants such as vitamin E and selenium. Recent studies identified a decreased risk of sudden cardiac death in seafood consumers. Per capita seafood consumption increased 27% from 1975 to 1990, with nearly 95% of the U.S. population consuming some kind of fish or shellfish product each year. But seafood consumption may pose health risks which need to be weighed against benefits. One of potential risks is the toxicity of methylmercury. Mercury …

The Review - Fall/Winter 1998

Jefferson Review

IN THIS ISSUE

• Conference Explores Alternative Therapies for Healing and Health - 2
• Nursing Master's Graduates Choose from a Variety of Advance-Practice Opportunities - 3
• MSN Student Finds Satisfaction in Empowering Clients - 3
• Alumni-Owned Businesses - 4
• Project IMPART Increasing Minority Participation in Nursing Research Careers - 7
• Student Life Award Recipient Builds Awareness, Understanding of OT - 8
• Alumni Notes - 9
• Alumni Update - 10
• College Notes - 12
• Talk-Up Your Alma Mater - 13

What Should The Law Say About Disclosure Of Genetic Information To Relatives?, Ellen Wright Clayton

Journal of Health Care Law and Policy

No abstract provided.

Awareness And Usage Of Alternative Medicine In The Elderly Black Population, Deborah Martin Burks

Theses

Alternative medicine covers a broad range of healing philosophies, approaches and therapies. When these therapies are used alone they are referred to as ' alternative'. When they are used with conventional therapies or other alternative therapies then they are referred to as complimentary.

Alternative medicine also embraces health beliefs and practices that fall outside of orthodox medicine. They offer the opportunity for an individual or case manager to explore alternative forms of healing when conventional treatment alone is not effective. Research has shown an increased interest in alternative medicine for the treatment of chronic illness.

The overall goal of this …

A Comparison Study Of Strength Training Outcomes Between Progressive Resistive Training And Regressive Resistive Training, Carrie Brossart

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a difference in strength training outcomes between the progressive resistive program and the regressive resistive program. The subjects consisted of 14 students at the University of North Dakota. They were randomly assigned to either the progressive or regressive group and performed their respective training two times per week for five weeks. Each subject was tested prior to beginning the program and after finishing the program. These pretest and posttest values were compared to determine strength gains. A paired samples t-test was used to determine that each group had significant …

Influences Of The Menstrual Cycle On Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction, Jennifer Hieb

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is a common but many times untreated contributor to low back pain. The female population in particular is more likely than their male counterparts to injure the sacroiliac joint. A factor that may predispose the female population to injury is the fluctuating levels of hormones a female progresses through during a normal menstrual cycle. The purpose of this pilot study is to review the literature regarding sacroiliac joint anatomy, pathology and dysfunction and to determine whether enough evidence exists correlating sacroiliac joint injuries with a specific time of the menstrual cycle to warrant further investigation. Data was …

Exercise And Pregnancy: A Guide For Health Care Professionals, Stacy L. Ripplinger

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Health and fitness has become nationwide trends resulting in people of all ages making wiser choices regarding nutrition and exercise. Pregnant women are also participating in this fitness revolution to help ease the discomforts of pregnancy, maintain fitness levels, and regain their shape after delivery. These women often turn to health care providers, including physical therapists, for guidance. The purpose of this independent study, accomplished by a review of the literature, is to provide physical therapists and general health care practitioners an overview of maternal body changes, nutritional requirements, and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy, and how these factors …