An interactive segmentation tool for quantifying fat in lumbar muscles using axial lumbar-spine MRI [PDF]
In this paper we present an interactive tool that can be used to quantify fat infiltration in lumbar muscles, which is useful in studying fat infiltration and lower back pain (LBP) in adults.
Antony, Joseph+6 more
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Background. Foam rolling, a form of myofascial release, is widely used in sport, physical therapy, and ftness to address muscle tightness, improve performance, and enhance recovery.
Ligita Mažeikė+2 more
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Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic granulomatous infection which can present in an atypical form. Isolated muscle involvement is very rare. We report a 25-year-old man who presented with a massive cystic swelling on the right side of his back, extending from
Kawther T Elshafie+5 more
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Analysis of different techniques for injection of the interspinal space in horses
Abstract Background Impingement of spinous processes (SPs) is commonly diagnosed in the equine athlete. For diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, local injections are performed at the level of the space between adjacent spinous processes in affected horses.
Dorothea Tress+5 more
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Comparing lumbopelvic stabilization exercises and yoga on functional stability and low back pain in young, non-elite, female gymnasts [PDF]
BACKGROUND: It is beneficial for gymnasts to train key lumbopelvic musculature to decrease or prevent low back injury. This study compares lumbopelvic exercises and yoga on lumbar muscle endurance, lumbopelvic stabilization, abdominal strength and ...
Harbaugh, A., Hecimovich, M., Pomije, M.
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ObjectiveTo investigate effect of suspension massage exercise technique on core muscle mass and posture control ability of patients with stroke.MethodsA total of 58 patients with postural control disorders after stroke who met the inclusion and exclusion
SUN Jie+6 more
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Novel report of an osteogenic tumor in a late Jurassic Mamenchisaurid from Thailand
Here we describe a pathology in an ulna of a Late Jurassic mamenchisaurid from Thailand. We use anatomical descriptions, CT scanning, and bone histology to identify the pathology as an osteogenic tumor. Abstract Here we report on an osseous abnormality and multiple fractures in an ulna of a subadult basal Eusauropod (Mamenchisauridae) from the Late ...
Siripat Kaikaew+2 more
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Review of Armed Offenders Squad and Special Tactics Group fitness policy for the New Zealand Police : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand [PDF]
Phase One: Web based survey questionnaire. Recruitment into the New Zealand Police’s Armed Offenders Squad [AOS] and Special Tactics Group [STG] depends on successful completion of selection courses, as detailed in their respective physical fitness ...
Dickie, James Alexander
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Clinical application of the paraspinal erector approach for spinal canal decompression in upper lumber burst fractures [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation is commonly used for upper lumber burst fractures. The direct decompression remains challenging with this minimally invasive surgery.
Fu Chen+8 more
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Abstract Prolonged exposure to weightlessness leads to loss of muscle and bone mass. Therefore, astronauts on board the International Space Station (ISS) currently perform mandatory daily exercises. ISS missions usually last 6 months, and future missions will become significantly longer when going, for example, to Mars.
Jonas Böcker+6 more
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