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Adaptive Body Schema Learning System Considering Additional Muscles for Musculoskeletal Humanoids [PDF]

One of the important advantages of musculoskeletal humanoids is that the muscle arrangement can be easily changed and the number of muscles can be increased according to the situation. In this study, we describe an overall system of muscle addition for musculoskeletal humanoids and the adaptive body schema learning while taking into account the ...
arxiv   +1 more source

Equine temporomandibular joint diseases: A systematic review

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a unique joint that enables mandibular movement. Temporomandibular diseases (TMDs) impair joint function, leading to more or less specific clinical signs. Objectives To compile and disseminate clinical data and research findings from existing publications on equine TMD.
Tomasz Jasiński, Bernard Turek, Michał Kaczorowski, Walter Brehm, Katarzyna Skierbiszewska, Małgorzata Domino   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

The model of circular and longitudinal smooth muscle motions in the motility of intestinal segment [PDF]

arXiv, 2014
Coordination in circular and longitudinal muscle motions are of crucial importance in the motor function of gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Intestinal wall motions depend on myogenic-active properties of smooth muscles layers of intestinal wall, which is the ability to create active contractile forces in response to distension.
arxiv  

Dysphagia in an equine referral hospital, 182 cases

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Dysphagia describes a clinical sign of pathologies of the oral cavity, pharynx, and oesophagus that carries potentially serious consequences for horses. Given the diversity of differential diagnoses that may cause dysphagia, an understanding of the prevalence of dysphagia in hospitalised patients, the distribution of aetiologies and
Kevin M. Connolly, Krista Estell
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation methods of pathology of temporomandibular joints and masticatory muscles (review) [PDF]

Саратовский научно-медицинский журнал, 2011
Diagnosis of occlusion in combination with the musculo-articular dysfunction is based on data from medical history, results of clinical and special methods of research: analysis of diagnostic models of jaws in the articulator, the results of radiological
Batusov N.A., Bagaryan E.A., Konnov V.V., Lepilin A.V.   +3 more
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Determination of functional capacity of dentoalveolar apparatus in dental patients with temporo-mandibular joint dysfunction [PDF]

, 2016
This paper presents data on functional state of masticatory muscles in dental patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Total 128 dental patients with clinical signs of temporomandibular joint dysfunction have been examined using a visual analog
Kopytov, A. A., Lopushanska, T. A., Shevchenko, L. V., Tscymbalystov, A. V.   +3 more
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Effect of Oral Screen Training After Stroke—A Randomised Controlled Trial

Gerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To assess the effects of oral screen training in patients with dysphagia post‐stroke. Background Oral screen training has been identified as an effective method for improving orofacial and oropharyngeal motor functions. However, the evidence supporting a positive transfer effect on swallowing capacity post‐primary stroke ...
Jesper Dalum, Pia Skott, Elisabet Åkesson, Emmelie Persson, Åsa Karlsson, Henrike Häbel, Åke Seiger, Anita McAllister, Kerstin Johansson, Gunilla Sandborgh‐Englund   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Masticatory and Neck Muscles’ Isometric Endurance and Their Relation to Upper Limb Isometric Grip Strength in Sport Climbers—Preliminary Investigation

Medicina
Background and Objectives: Sport climbing’s popularity has grown with its inclusion in the Olympics and increased accessibility. Understanding the relationship between hand dominance, grip strength, endurance, and the involvement of masticatory and neck ...
Michał Baszczowski, Aleksandra Dolina, Magdalena Zawadka, Michał Ginszt, Adam Czarnecki, Agata Ginszt, Piotr Gawda   +6 more
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The Impact of Dietary Intake and Nutritional Status on the Oral Health of Older Adults Living in Care Homes: A Scoping Review

Gerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To review the literature on the relationship between oral health, dietary intake, and nutritional status in older adults in care homes, identifying research gaps. Background Many older adults in care homes retain natural teeth but face oral health issues due to challenges in maintaining hygiene and limited dental care access.
Aziza Sallam, Noleen K. McCorry, Michelle Harvey, Anja Heilmann, Caroline Lappin, Clare McEvoy, Gary Mitchell, Sinead Watson, Ciaran O'Neill, George Tsakos, Jayne Woodside, Paul Brocklehurst, Kerry B. D. Campbell, Gerry McKenna   +13 more
wiley   +1 more source

Association between clinical and cone-beam computed tomography findings in patients with temporomandibular disorders

Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology, 2017
BACKGROUND AND AIM: The aim of this study was to assess the association between the clinical and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) findings in relation to bony changes in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
Mahrokh Imanimoghaddam, Azam Sadat Madani, Ali Bagherpour, Samaneh Gharekhani, Hamed Ebrahimnejad, Mona Alimohammadi   +5 more
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