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Effects Of A Lateral Wedged Insole In Patients With Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis Of The Knee, Li-Wei Chou, Mu-Jung Kao, Pey-Yu Yang, Nai-Hsin Meng, Sui-Foon Lo, Hong-Wen Wu, Horng-Chaung Hsu

Rehabilitation Practice and Science

Background: Medial compartment osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is one of the most prevalent and disabling chronic conditions affecting older adults. This study assesses the efficacy of an inserted lateral wedged insole for the conservative treatment of medial compartment knee OA.Methods: Thirteen outpatients (9 females and 4 males with a mean age of 71.0 and a standard deviation of 5.5) with medial compartment knee OA were prospectively treated with an inserted lateral wedged insole with an elevation of 12 mm for three months. The baseline and three-month visual analog scale (VAS) scores for subjective knee pain and the remission score …

Bilateral Putaminal Hemorrhage In A Young Female: A Casereport, Ke-Vin Chang, Wen-Shiang Chen, Huey-Wen Liang

Rehabilitation Practice and Science

Background: The etiology of spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) in young adults may include causative factors such as vascular abnormality, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, brain tumor, and others. Hypertension is the most common cause of ICH in young adults in Taiwan. Simultaneous or multiple intracerebral hemorrhages are uncommon, and symmetrical distribution is even rarer. Most cases reported in the literature are in the elderly.Case: We report the case of a 29 years old female with a history of hypertension and elevated blood pressure, who presented with an acute onset of right side limb weakness. Results: Brain computed tomography (CT) showed hemorrhage in …

Rehabilitation Of Transtibial Amputation Caused By Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections: A Casereport, Shih-Kun Chang, Wai-Keung Lee, Huei-Yu Lo, Yau-Wai Wai, Won-Jean Lin, Kien-Jung Wang

Rehabilitation Practice and Science

Necrotizing soft tissue infections is an infrequent disease. Although many studies and casereports have been presented in recent years, none have described the impact of this disease on prosthetic fitting, ambulation training, and rehabilitation for patients with transtibial amputation.A 50 year-old man suffered from left transtibial amputation and received operation of split thickness skin grafts due to necrotizing soft tissue infections. He was trained to overcome the following problems: 1. Poor endurance, cardiopulmonary function and muscle strength of bilateral lower limbs. 2. The loss of dorsiflexion in the right ankle that resulted from excision of the anterior tibialis muscle. 3. …

Correlation Between Sunshine Hours And Climatic Parameters At Four Locations In Uganda, K. Karume, E. J. K. B Banda, J Mubiru, M Majaliwa

Tanzania Journal of Science

One of the most important factors in solar energy production is related to the predictability of sunshine hours. The objective of this study is to assess the correlation between sunshine hours and relative humidity, cloud cover, maximum and minimum temperature, for the purpose of identifying the most appropriate parameter(s) for the prediction of sunshine hours in Uganda. Climatic data for the meteorological stations of Entebbe, Mbarara, Tororo and Makerere, extending over a period of 15 years (1990-2005) was collected from the Department of Meteorology, Kampala. The data set included maximum temperature, minimum temperature, relative humidity at 6 am and at …

An Assessment Of Methods For Sampling Carabid Beetles (Coleptera: Carabidae) In A Montane Rain Forest, B. A. Nyundo, J. G. Yarro

Tanzania Journal of Science

Pitfall trapping is the traditional method for sampling carabid beetles and other grounddwelling invertebrates. Tests were carried out in the Udzungwa Mountains National Park between March 1999 and July 2000. Results indicated that pitfall traps were less efficient compared to manual searching methods, both in terms of relative abundance and species richness of carabid beetles. The results are discussed in the context of biodiversity inventories in theEastern Arc Mountains.

Determination Of Elemental Composition Of Air Particulates And Soils In Khartoum Area, F. I. Habbani, E. M. Eltahir, A. S. Ibrahim

Tanzania Journal of Science

Investigations were carried out for elemental composition of air particulates in the background air and near roadsides in Khartoum area. Investigations were also performed for the elemental composition of soils at the same locations. A cyclone and a dichotomous virtual impactor wereused to measure the air particulates. The cyclone was adjusted to collect particles having an aerodynamic diameter of 2.5!m. The virtual impactor, through its fine channel, was capable of collecting airborne particles with an aerodynamic diameter of 2.5 μm. Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (EDXRF) analysis was used to study the elemental concentrations of the air and soil samples. The …

Assessment Of Fecal Bacteria Contamination In Sewage And Non-Sewage Impacted Mangrove Ecosystems Along The Coast Of Dar Es Salaam, A. A. Abbu, Thomas J. Tj Lyimo

Tanzania Journal of Science

Microbiological quality of the intertidal pool water was evaluated in sewage impacted (Mtoni Kijichi) and non-sewage impacted (Rasi Dege) mangrove forest sites along the coast of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The Most Probable Number method was used for estimating the total coliform (TC), fecal coliform (FC) and fecal enterococci (ENT) levels. In addition, physicochemical parameters (temperature, pH, salinity and nutrients) were measured. The results for microbial fecal indicators were compared to the World Health Organisation (WHO) and United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) guidelines for marine recreational and shellfish harvesting waters. Fecal bacteria contamination was significantly higher at Mtoni Kijichi …

The Limnology Of The Lake Tanganyika Sub Catchment, H. H. Nkotagu, C. B. Athuman

Tanzania Journal of Science

A limnological study covering the Lake Tanganyika sub catchment was conducted during the dry season at 20 accessible sites on 8 rivers, 2 lakes and a dam. Standard methods were used to determine the levels of abiotic parameters from water samples. Physical parameters including EC, Eh, turbidity, temperature, pH and secchi transparency were measured in situ while chlorophyll a was determined in the laboratory. Nutrients such as NO3-, SiO2, PO4 3- and Fe2+ were determined along with HCO3-. Significant changes in the levels of the abiotic parameters and nutrients have been observed at various sampling sites throughout the study area. …

Of Breaches Of The Peace, Home Invasions, And Securities Fraud, A. Christine Hurt

Faculty Scholarship

No abstract provided.

Temperature Dependence Of A Macrobending Edge Filter Based On A High-Bend Loss Fiber, Pengfei Wang, Ginu Rajan, Yuliya Semenova, Gerald Farrell

Articles

The temperature dependence of a macrobending bare fiber based edge filter is investigated both theoretically and experimentally. The fiber used is a high bend loss fiber, type 1060XP. The experimental results show a good agreement with the proposed theoretical model over a temperature range from 0 to 80oC. It is shown that the strong temperature dependence of a high-bend loss fiber has a significant influence on the performance of a fiber edge filter used in a wavelength measurement application. However it is also concluded that such a temperature dependent performance can be beneficially utilized in a fiber temperature sensing application.

Law In An Era Of 'Smart' Technology, Susan W. Brenner

School of Law Faculty Publications

Should law be technologically neutral, or should it evolve as human relationships with technology become more advanced?

Susan Brenner analyzes the complex and evolving interactions between law and technology and provides a thorough and detailed account of the law in technology at the beginning of the 21st century. Brenner draws upon recent technological advances, evaluating how developing technologies may alter how humans interact with each other and with their environment. She analyzes the development of technology as shifting from one of "use" to one of "interaction," and argues that this interchange needs us to reconceptualize our approach to legal rules, …

The Enhancement Of Operational Safety Of Engine Room Machinery Through Training On Cbt Type Of Engine Room Simulator On Board Ships, John F. Harvey Jr.

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Operational Readiness Of Float-Free Arrangements For Liferaft And Epirb : Analysis Of Implications On Safety Training Standards And Procedures, Pedro De Lima Filho

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

To Determine The Potential For Brunei Darussalam Maura Container Terminal To Serve As A Transhipment Hub For The Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia And The Philippines East Asean Growth Area (Bimp-Eaga) Region, Helmi Haji Talib

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Chemical Constituents And Biological Activity Of Three Tanzanian Wild Mushroom Species, L.D. Baraza, C. C. Joseph, M. J. Moshi, M. H. H. Nkunya

Tanzania Journal of Science

The three Tanzanian wild mushroom species Termitomyces letestui, Lactarius edulis and Agaricus sp. aff. arvensis yielded ergosterol, 5,8-peroxyergosterol and ergosta-5,22-dien-3β-ol, and a mixture of ergosterol, ergosta-7,22-dien-3β-ol and ergosta-7-en-3β-ol whose composition was deduced from gas chromatography/mass spectroscopic (GC/MS) analysis of the trimethysilylated mixture. GC/MS analysis of the lipid fraction from T. letestu revealed the presence of linoleic (C18:2), stearic (C18:0), oleic (C18:1), palmitic (C16:0), pentadecanoic (C15:0) and myristic (C14:0) acid. Polar T. letestui and L. edulis fractions yielded α,α,1'trehalose andmannitol. Some of the crude extracts from the three mushroom species showed mild antimicrobial, mosquito larvicidal and cytotoxic activities. The chemical composition …

Effect Of High Pressurized Carbon Dioxide On Escherichia Coli, I. P. Bateebe, O Kibazohi

Tanzania Journal of Science

Carbon dioxide at high pressure can retard microbial growth and sometimes kill microorganisms depending on values of applied pressure, temperature and exposure time. In this study the effect of high pressurised carbon dioxide (HPCD) on Escherichia coli was investigated. Culture of E. coli was subjected to high pressurised carbon dioxide at 15, 25 and 35 bar, and varying exposure times of 20, 40, 60 and 90 minutes at room temperature (27 oC). Microbial inactivation increased with pressure and exposure time. For the first 20 minutes reduction of viable microbial cells was 18%, 30% and 36% at 15, 25 and 35 …

Impact Of Small Scale Gold Mining On Soils Of The Wetland Forests In East Usambara, Tanzania, C. Kweyunga, R. B. M. Rbm Senzota

Tanzania Journal of Science

Soil pits in disturbed and natural wetland forests of East Usambara were excavated and soil profile samples collected and analysed for physical and chemical properties. Their physical and chemical characteristics were found to be sharply different from those of the surrounding hills. Differences included lack of A Horizon, water saturation, presence of very high organic matter, very low pH and hence very poor in basic cations, and low microbial activity. Nutrient recycling, especially nitrogen and phosphorus, tended to shift from mineralization to immobilization. Effects of soil disturbance on both physical and chemical characteristics of the soils were also very vivid. …

Belching As A Presenting Symptom Of Angina Pectoris, Kawther El-Shafie

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Symptoms of angina pectoris can present with the typical specific symptoms, which are easy to recognize, or vague symptoms like chills, nausea, dizziness, belching and mild chest pain. Both the typical and atypical forms of angina symptoms may rarely be associated with or masked by predominantly extra cardiac manifestations, which are occasionally referred to the abdomen. We report here an unusual presentation of angina. A 62 years old male who had been healthy all his life, presented at Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, with a two month history of belching episodes as the chief and the only complaint. He was found …

Healing The Health Care System: Summaries From The Department Of Health Policy Summer Seminar, David B. Nash, Nora Dowd Eisenhower, Rosemarie Greco, Deborah C. Meiris

College of Population Health Faculty Papers

Editorial Introduction:
The disease management field continues to evolve. The range of chronic diseases treated has expanded to include such conditions as obesity and pain management, and the care continuum now encompasses wellness, prevention, and population health. One population that is an ideal candidate for our collective efforts is that of older adults. Global and national population projections reveal the impending staggering increase in the age 65+ cohort, which will cause a sharp increase in the demand for health care and other services due to such age-related issues as multiple chronic conditions, falls, and depression.

To begin to address these …

Menggagas Neraca Syari’Ah Berbasis Maal: Kontekstualisasi ’’Kekayaan Altruistik Islami”, Aji Dedi Mulawarman

Jurnal Akuntansi dan Keuangan Indonesia

The objective o f this research is to formulate Shari 'ate Balance Sheet from the real transaction and business habitus o f Indonesian Moslem Society. Formulation is conducted by utilising Extension o f Integrated Islamic Hyperstructuralism Methodology. In that methodology, conventional concept o f wealth and Baydoun and Willett’s (1994) balance sheet are refined by Shari’ate Accounting. The result is then refined by (Islamic) Technosystem and Extension o f Pierre Bourdieu’s Constructivist Structuralism to generate Shari 'ate Balance Sheet. The major result shows that maal is form o f Islamic and Altruistic Wealth. This means that wealth must: (1) have …

Health Consequences Of Iodine Deficiency, Umesh Kapil

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) are one of the biggest worldwide public health problem of today. Their effect is hidden and profoundly affects the quality of human life. Iodine deficiency occurs when the soil is poor in iodine, causing a low concentration in food products and insufficient iodine intake in the population. When iodine requirements are not met, the thyroid may no longer be able to synthesize sufficient amounts of thyroid hormone. The resulting low-level of thyroid hormones in the blood is the principal factor responsible for the series of functional and developmental abnormalities, collectively referred to as IDD. Iodine deficiency …

Formulasi Dan Uji Kestabilan Fisik Suspensi Topikal Yang Mengandung Ekstrak Nerii Folium Sebagai Antibakteri Dalam Sediaan Anti Jerawat, Joshita Djajadisastra, Abdul Munim, Octaviarini Hidayah

Majalah Ilmu Kefarmasian

Nerium oleander is one of the plants that can be developed to be a herbal medicine because the leaf extract has an antibacterial activity against some microorganisms and empirically had been used to solve the acne problem. The anti acne formulation should not make the acne worse because of mistaken to choose the dosage form. The suspension dosage form (has no oil content makes the acne worse) containing the dried leaf extract of Nerium oleander in 97% alcohol was chosen to be formulated by varying respectively carbomer, sodium carboxy methyl cellulose and tragacanth as a suspending agent. The concentration of …

Identifikasi Interaksi Kimia Fisika Pada Kombinasi Antibiotika Amoksisilina Trihidrat - Kalium Klavulanat Dengan Kalorimeter Larutan Dan Rekristalisasi, Ilma Nugrahani, Sukmadjaja Asyarie, Sundani N.S, Slamet Ibrahim

Majalah Ilmu Kefarmasian

Physico-chemical interaction of amoxicillin trihydrate - potassium clavulanate has been investigated. The method used in this experiment was solution calorimeter analysis that was collaborated by the re-crystallization observation. Amoxicillin-clavulanate were mixed on the variety ratios (0:10; 9:1; ...; 1:9; 0:10) and analyzed by solution calorimeter in the HCl 0,1 N and phosphate buffer pH 6,8 solution as the gastrointestinal liquids. After that, the re-crystallizations of amoxicillin-clavulanate on the variety ratios were analyzed by polarization microscope and digital camera. The results of observation showed that amoxicillin-clavulanate have the physical-chemical interactions in the ratios 3:7; 5:5; 7:3 respectively in both of pH …

Deafdigest: Blue Edition, December 30, 2007, Barry Strassler

DeafDigest Blue 2007

No abstract provided.

Odometry Correction Of A Mobile Robot Using A Range-Finding Laser, Thomas Epton

All Theses

Two methods for improving odometry using a pan-tilt range-finding laser is considered. The first method is a one-dimensional model that uses the laser with a sliding platform. The laser is used to determine how far the platform has moved along a rail. The second method is a two-dimensional model that mounts the laser to a mobile robot. In this model, the laser is used to improve the odometry of the robot. Our results show that the one-dimensional model proves our basic geometry is correct, while the two-dimensional model improves the odometry, but does not completely correct it.

The Effect Of A Proposed Educational Curriculum Using Mastery Learning On Acquiring Some Basic Skills In Goalball, Iman Mohammed Shihab, Ismail Abdel Zeid, Rayan Abdullah Nouri

Modern Sport

The aim of the research was to determine the effect of the proposed educational program on acquiring some basic skills in goalball. The research sample consisted of players from Al-Tahadi Goalball Club in Baghdad. The researchers employed the experimental method due to its suitability for the nature and objectives of the study. The findings revealed: (1) no statistically significant differences in the acquisition of certain basic skills (such as targeted short shooting and goal shooting) between the experimental and control groups; (2) statistically significant differences in favor of the experimental group in acquiring the skill of the throwing serve; and …

The Impact Of The Development Of The Flexibility Of The Spine On The Performance Of The Battering Skill In Volleyball, Lama Samir Al-Sheikhli

Modern Sport

The research problem focused on the noticeable variation in the performance level of the spike skill in volleyball, which the researcher attributes partly to a lack of spinal flexibility. This limitation hinders achieving the proper range of motion and is compounded by the insufficient emphasis given to flexibility in the teaching and training process. Therefore, the research aimed to examine the effect of a proposed training program on improving spinal flexibility and to assess how this improvement influences the performance of the spike skill in volleyball. The researcher employed the experimental method using two randomly selected equivalent groups from a …

Choosing The Appropriate Types Of Nutrition To Be Used In Training Somepitcher Skills For Pomegranate Wrestlers, Ali Salman Abd, Louay Sateh

Modern Sport

The research includes an introduction highlighting the importance of the study in the sports field, specifically focusing on the role of feedback nutrition in training the snatch throwing skills for young wrestlers in Greco-Roman wrestling. It also addresses the research problem and the method used to resolve it. The research aims to: (1) identify the impact of feedback nutrition on developing certain snatch throwing skills for youth in Greco-Roman wrestling, and (2) determine the most effective types of feedback nutrition in training these skills. The research was conducted on 30 young wrestlers from Al-Noor Sports Club in Baghdad, during the …

A Comparative Study Of Learning And Thinking Styles According To The Cognitive Style, Afaf Abdullah, Lama Samir Hamoudi, Nihad Mohammed Alwan

Modern Sport

The research problem emerged from the lack of attention to the dominant thinking patterns and cognitive styles among learners, which consequently leads to insufficient understanding of their characteristics. This negatively affects students' ability to utilize theoretical knowledge in practical applications that support scientific performance, thereby impacting their learning level and degree. Therefore, the study aims to identify learning and thinking styles (right, integrated, left) among individuals with different cognitive styles (independent, mixed, dependent). The descriptive method was applied to a sample of 75 third-year female students from the Physical Education Department at the University of Baghdad, with a total sample …

The Necessary Training Competencies Provided To The Trainers Of The Strong Player In Iraq, Asmaa Hamid Kambash

Modern Sport

The training process is no longer a random procedure where results are achieved by trial and error performed by the coach; rather, planning and organization by the training staff have become among the most important factors in achieving quantitative success. In the sports field, there are three crucial factors that play a vital role in sports training: the player, the curriculum, and the coach. These fields are interconnected, and none can be neglected. The research aimed to identify the essential competencies that strength game coaches must provide and to establish a ranking of training competencies for these coaches. The study …