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The Use Of Ergogenic Aids In Athletes, Sheri L. Mounteer

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Ergogenic aids are substances purported to enhance athletic performance or improve exercise capacity. The use of ergogenic aids in sports is very widespread. It is common for a physical therapist working in a sports clinic to have patients that are either considering using or using ergogenic aids. Use of these aids by patients being treated might affect the patients' response to treatment. Therapists should be able to recognize the signs of ergogenic aid abuse in individuals under their care, and they should be aware of the side effects of these aids. It is also important for therapists to be able …

Environmental Indices For The Twin Cities Metropolitan Area (Minnesota, Usa) Urban Heat Island - 1989, Paul E. Todhunter

Geography & Geographic Information Science Faculty Publications

A homogeneous, high-density, daily maximum and minimum air temperature dataset was assembled for the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area (TCMA), Minnesota, USA, to conduct basic urban climatological investigations on the spatial structure and temporal-scale dependence of the urban heat island, and to quantify the urban heat island effect upon several derived environmental indices. By combining data from National Weather Service cooperative stations, the University of Minnesota-St. Paul field station, and the previously unused KSTP-TV cooperative weather station network, a merged dataset of 26 stations was assembled for the TCMA for the year l989. Extensive quality control was conducted to identify suspect …

A Review Of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, Jill C. Ballan

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is the most common pediatric rheumatoid disease in North America. and a principle cause of childhood disability. The disease course is unremitting in up to a quarter of the children with JRA, and a small percentage will grow-up with severe functional disabilities.. Physical and occupational therapy, along with prescribed drug and orthopedic provisions, are important in the management of JRA. The therapists, and other medical professionals involved, work toward the following goals: decreasing joint inflammation, relieving pain, achieving or maintaining an optimal level of function, and educating the patient and family on the disease course and …

Physical Therapy Techniques For Treating Patients With Traumatic Brain Injury (Tbi), Daren M. Flolo

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be devastating. Survivors of TBI and their families face complex needs that challenge physical therapists. To respond to this challenge, physical therapists need specific knowledge in regard to epidemiology, etiology, specialized treatment techniques, and the impact of the TBI on patients and their families.

With improvements in medical technology, the number of children and adults surviving brain injuries has increased. Many of these survivors require specialized training to improve impairments as a result of their injuries.

Physical therapists play a vital role in the evaluation and treatment of the patient with traumatic brain injury. In …

The Role Of Fascia In The Musculoskeletal System, Lori Folkers

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

The function of fascia in the human body is poorly understood. This anatomical structure has not been given the clinical significance it may deserve. The purpose of this literature review is to provide a physiological explanation for physical therapy techniques that manipulate fascia. The review is designed to facilitate an understanding of the role of fascia in the' musculoskeletal system.

Physical therapists may deal with musculoskeletal system pathologies on a daily basis. In order for the therapist to utilize soft-tissue techniques, it is necessary to have a working knowledge of the involved structures. Anatomical material is presented to define the …

Balance Exercise For Fall Prevention In The Elderly, Lorrina Mcclellan

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Falls are a very common and serious problem in the elderly population. Individuals who fall may suffer from physical trauma, psychological problems, and possible death. In the past, falls were thought to be an unavoidable occurrence that accompanied aging. Research has .recently identified risk factors that may predict those who are at risk for falling. By recognizing and then modifying these risk factors, potential falls may be prevented. Examples of risk factors that occur with aging include visual impairments, vestibular decline, deterioration of muscle strength, decrease in joint flexibility, and the loss of sensation. Natural biological declines may have profound …

Meniscal Substitution: A Literature Review, Kerry L. Muir

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

With the increased awareness that meniscectomy results in degenerative changes in the knee joint, research is now aimed at substituting the meniscus that had been previously removed. Surgical attempts at replacing the meniscus include the use of autografts, allografts, and artificial synthetic prosthesis.

This paper will review the available literature regarding each type of meniscal substitute. Surgical procedures, results, and considerations relating to the different substitutes will be examined.

While studies indicate that meniscal transplantation is technically feasible, the long-term results are unknown. More research is necessary to determine if meniscal substitutes can survive for a prolonged time and function …

The Effects Of Botulinum Toxin Injections On Function In Patients With Spasticity, Leann Pippen

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Spasticity can be one of the most challenging problems for patients with neurologic conditions such as cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, cerebrovascular accidents, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injuries, etc. It can lead to a wide variety of problems including decreased mobility, decreased quality of movement, interference with normal postural reactions, interference with functional activities, and pressure sores. Therefore, the medical community has focused on effective treatments for spasticity which do not produce overwhelming weakness, spasticity, paralysis, fatigue, and/or muscle atrophy. Since the late 1970's, the use of botulinum toxin (BTX-A) injections to decrease spasticity has been investigated.

The purpose of …

Evidence Of Oxidative Stress In Copper Deprived Hl60 Cells, Anne C. Thomas

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Interactions Between Phosphoenolpyruvate Carboxykinase And Several Tca Cycle Enzymes Purified From Rabbit Liver Mitochondria, Bruce James Watkins

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N-Acetyltransferase Polymorphism And Suspectibility Of Prostate Tumorigenesis, Wen Jiang

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Applications Of Iontophoresis And Phonophoresis, Craig Hahn

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Many different drugs are used topically for treatment by the medical field. The benefit of some of these drugs can be enhanced by the use of ultrasound (phonophoresis) or electric current (iontophoresis). These methods have been used for many years by such disciplines as ophthalmology, dermatology, dentistry as well as physical therapy. With the inherent risks of blood borne pathogens, these methods are a great alternative to the injection of drugs into the system.

The purpose of this paper is to review the literature regarding iontophoresis and phonophoresis and present the results as a guide for the practicing physical therapist. …

An Overview In The Ergonomics Of An Office Computer Workstation, James H. Matetich

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Ergonomics is an applied science concerned with adapting a workplace environment to match the capabilities of a worker and ensure the worker's safety. The study of ergonomics is one of increasing interest to American business. Specifically, the ergonomics of the office computer workstation has come under growing scrutiny due to a tremendous rise in the reported incidence of work related injuries. Workers, in this work environment, appear to be at a greater risk of injuries to the back, neck, shoulder, forearm, wrist, hand, and leg. These injuries, classified as cumulative trauma disorders or CTDs, can be attributed to ergonomic hazards …

Polypharmacy And Physical Therapy In The Geriatric Population, Cathy A. Reuer

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Physical therapists are seeing more and more elderly individuals with acute, chronic, or multiple disease conditions. Many of these conditions are treated with medications. It is common for the geriatric patient to be taking multiple medications. Polypharmacy is a relevant concern for physical therapists as adverse effects are often revealed in the musculoskeletal and central nervous systems. These manifestations can cause adverse effects in evaluation, treatment, and outcomes.

The purpose of this study is to discuss the common non-prescription and prescription medications consumed by the elderly, describe the biologic and physiologic changes that occur with age and how these changes …

Hermaphrodite In Cyberspace, Paul Jentz

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Ultrastructural And Functional Analyses Of Nephropathy In The Spontaneously Diabetic Bb/Wistar Rat, Michael J. Ressler

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Glycolytic Enzyme Interactions With Wild Type And Mutant Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Actin : Comparison With Skeletal Muscle Actin, Carol D. Gustafson

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Patterns Of Case Resource Use And Information Access By Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists In North Dakota And Oregon, Keith W. Gingerich

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The Use Of A Warm Tub Bath And Progress In Labor, Constance Rue Hoffman

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Concept Of Health Among Rural Elderly, Sharon A. Grammont

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Attitudes Of Undergraduate Students Toward Racial/Ethnic Issues And Groups At The University Of North Dakota., Marlene Ibrahim Bengiamin

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A key goal of multicultural education is to help students attain more positive racial attitudes. Racial incidents on college and university campuses in the United States attracted national attention. The schools in Western societies need to act decisively to help students acquire more democratic attitudes and values. The literature suggests that schools can help students become less prejudiced and acquire more democratic attitudes and values.The purpose of this study was to examine students' attitudes toward racial/ethnic issues and groups and to identify predictors of attitudes among undergraduate college students (N = 583). Data were gathered using a three part survey …

Risk Of Heart Disease In Women In A Rural North Dakota Community, Jonelle S. Burdick

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Infant Physiological Responses To Noxious Stimuli Of Circumcision With Anesthesia And Analgesia, Traci Lynn Olson

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Bereaved Parents : Search For Meaning, Marlene Faye Miller

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Sexing The Texts : Appropriations In Jeanette Winterson's Fiction, Shelly Scott

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Distribution In Northeastern Minnesota Lakes And Food Habits, Age And Growth Of Rainbow Smelt, Osmerus Mordax (Mitchill), In Pokegama Lake, Minnesota, Shirley Jo Barcome-Pagel

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The Effects Of Host-Plant Ontogenetic Stage On Aspen Leaf-Miner Performance, John C. Ferrier

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Utilization Of Nurse Practitioner Services By Elderly Persons, Laura Fuerstenberg

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Studies On The 13-Carbaartemisinin Antimalarials: Total Synthesis And Iron(Ii) Bromide-Promoted Rearrangement Of 13-Carba-10-Deoxoartemisinin And Analogs, And, Samarium(Ii) Iodide-Promoted Reductive Cyclization Of Ketones Tethered To Nonactivated Olefins., Pingchen Fan

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Part one is the study of 13-carbaartemisinin analogs as potential antimalarial drugs. Based on knowledge of the artemisinin's chemistry, mode of action, and structure-activity relationship, we proposed 13-carba-10-deoxoartemisinin 6 as an orally active antimalarial. Thus, the total synthesis of 6 was carried out and completed in 12 steps with a yield of 2% starting with ($-$)isopulegol. More analogs were produced from an intermediate in the total synthesis sequence: two stereoisomers of 6, 13-carbaartemisinin, and five tricyclic analogs. In general, the 13-carba analogs showed lower in vitro biological activity than artemisinin 1, only a stereoisomer of 6 displayed comparable activity to …

Hiv/Aids And Infection Control In Dental Practice : North Dakota Dental Professionals' Knowledge, Attitudes, And Practices, Kathleen A. Mangskau

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