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Experiences of patients with hypertension at primary health care in facilitating own lifestyle change of regular physical exercise / Nomasonto B.D. Magobe

Public ISBD Title : Experiences of patients with hypertension at primary health care in facilitating own lifestyle change of regular physical exercise Authors: Nomasonto B.D. Magobe, Author ; Marie Poggenpoel, Author ; Chris Myburgh, Author Publisher: Durbanville [South Africa] : AOSIS Publishing Publication Date: 2017 Series: CURATIONIS - Journal of the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa, ISSN 2223-6279 No. 40(1) Pagination: p.1-8, tab. Layout: Journal Article ISSN (or other code): 2223-6279 Languages : English Keywords: Hypertension  Primary Health Care  Healthy Lifestyle  Exercise  South Africa - Johannesburg Abstract: Background: Regular physical exercise is one of the lifestyle modification general measures to control the blood pressure (BP) of patients with hypertension. Globally, hypertension is considered a non-communicable disease (NCD), as well as a chronic condition of lifestyle, that contributes to the mortality rate caused by complications of cardiovascular burden of diseases. In South Africa, NCDs account for nearly 40% of adult deaths, with a high prevalence among black people in urban areas such as Soweto. The first step in treating hypertension is lifestyle modification, referred to in this study as health-promoting lifestyle change measures. Despite the positive benefits of regular physical exercise in controlling hypertension, in 2014, only 10% of men and 18% of women with hypertension had their BP controlled to a level that would eliminate the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) complications.Objectives: The aim of this article is to present the experiences of patients with hypertension regarding the facilitation of their own health-promoting lifestyle change measure of regular physical exercise.Method: A qualitative, exploratory, descriptive and contextual research design was used. The accessible population of patients with hypertension at three primary health care (PHC) clinics in Soweto was targeted and purposefully sampled. Focus group and individual interviews were conducted to collect data till data saturation occurred. Tesch’s open-coding method of data analysis was used.Results and conclusions: Findings show that participants experienced poor self-care due to poor self-efficacy, demonstrated by not engaging in regular physical exercise, which in turn, resulted in uncontrolled BP and cardiovascular complications from hypertension. More should be done to educate, motivate and empower patients with the necessary knowledge, skills and the values in facilitating their own regular physical exercise in order to improve their own quality of health. Experiences of patients with hypertension at primary health care in facilitating own lifestyle change of regular physical exercise [] / Nomasonto B.D. Magobe, Author ; Marie Poggenpoel, Author ; Chris Myburgh, Author . - Durbanville (South Africa) : AOSIS Publishing, 2017 . - p.1-8, tab. : Journal Article. - (CURATIONIS - Journal of the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa, ISSN 2223-6279; 40(1)) . ISSN : 2223-6279 Languages : English Keywords: Hypertension  Primary Health Care  Healthy Lifestyle  Exercise  South Africa - Johannesburg Abstract: Background: Regular physical exercise is one of the lifestyle modification general measures to control the blood pressure (BP) of patients with hypertension. Globally, hypertension is considered a non-communicable disease (NCD), as well as a chronic condition of lifestyle, that contributes to the mortality rate caused by complications of cardiovascular burden of diseases. In South Africa, NCDs account for nearly 40% of adult deaths, with a high prevalence among black people in urban areas such as Soweto. The first step in treating hypertension is lifestyle modification, referred to in this study as health-promoting lifestyle change measures. Despite the positive benefits of regular physical exercise in controlling hypertension, in 2014, only 10% of men and 18% of women with hypertension had their BP controlled to a level that would eliminate the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) complications.Objectives: The aim of this article is to present the experiences of patients with hypertension regarding the facilitation of their own health-promoting lifestyle change measure of regular physical exercise.Method: A qualitative, exploratory, descriptive and contextual research design was used. The accessible population of patients with hypertension at three primary health care (PHC) clinics in Soweto was targeted and purposefully sampled. Focus group and individual interviews were conducted to collect data till data saturation occurred. Tesch’s open-coding method of data analysis was used.Results and conclusions: Findings show that participants experienced poor self-care due to poor self-efficacy, demonstrated by not engaging in regular physical exercise, which in turn, resulted in uncontrolled BP and cardiovascular complications from hypertension. More should be done to educate, motivate and empower patients with the necessary knowledge, skills and the values in facilitating their own regular physical exercise in order to improve their own quality of health.

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The integrated effect of moderate exercise on coronary heart disease / M. J. Mathews

Public ISBD Title : The integrated effect of moderate exercise on coronary heart disease Authors: M. J. Mathews, Author ; E. H. Mathews, Author ; G. E. Mathews, Author Publisher: Durbanville [South Africa] : Clinics Cardive Publishing (Pty) Ltd Publication Date: 2017 Series: Cardiovascular Journal of Africa, ISSN 1996-3467 No. 28(2) Pagination: p.125-133 Layout: Journal Article ISSN (or other code): 1680-0745 Languages : English Keywords: Coronary Artery Disease  Exercise  Risk Factors  Biomarkers  South Africa Abstract: Background: Moderate exercise is associated with a lower risk for coronary heart disease (CHD). A suitable integrated model of the CHD pathogenetic pathways relevant to moderate exercise may help to elucidate this association. Such a model is currently not available in the literature.Methods: An integrated model of CHD was developed and used to investigate pathogenetic pathways of importance between exercise and CHD. Using biomarker relative-risk data, the pathogenetic effects are representable as measurable effects based on changes in biomarkers.Results: The integrated model provides insight into higherorder interactions underlying the associations between CHD and moderate exercise. A novel ‘connection graph’ was developed, which simplifies these interactions. It quantitatively illustrates the relationship between moderate exercise and various serological biomarkers of CHD. The connection graph of moderate exercise elucidates all the possible integrated actions through which risk reduction may occur.Conclusion: An integrated model of CHD provides a summary of the effects of moderate exercise on CHD. It also shows the importance of each CHD pathway that moderate exercise influences. The CHD risk-reducing effects of exercise appear to be primarily driven by decreased inflammation and altered metabolism. The integrated effect of moderate exercise on coronary heart disease [] / M. J. Mathews, Author ; E. H. Mathews, Author ; G. E. Mathews, Author . - Durbanville (CVJA Editorial Office 7551, PO Box 101, South Africa) : Clinics Cardive Publishing (Pty) Ltd, 2017 . - p.125-133 : Journal Article. - (Cardiovascular Journal of Africa, ISSN 1996-3467; 28(2)) . ISSN : 1680-0745 Languages : English Keywords: Coronary Artery Disease  Exercise  Risk Factors  Biomarkers  South Africa Abstract: Background: Moderate exercise is associated with a lower risk for coronary heart disease (CHD). A suitable integrated model of the CHD pathogenetic pathways relevant to moderate exercise may help to elucidate this association. Such a model is currently not available in the literature.Methods: An integrated model of CHD was developed and used to investigate pathogenetic pathways of importance between exercise and CHD. Using biomarker relative-risk data, the pathogenetic effects are representable as measurable effects based on changes in biomarkers.Results: The integrated model provides insight into higherorder interactions underlying the associations between CHD and moderate exercise. A novel ‘connection graph’ was developed, which simplifies these interactions. It quantitatively illustrates the relationship between moderate exercise and various serological biomarkers of CHD. The connection graph of moderate exercise elucidates all the possible integrated actions through which risk reduction may occur.Conclusion: An integrated model of CHD provides a summary of the effects of moderate exercise on CHD. It also shows the importance of each CHD pathway that moderate exercise influences. The CHD risk-reducing effects of exercise appear to be primarily driven by decreased inflammation and altered metabolism.

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Detection of muscle fatigue, from statistical methods to software applications / Mohamed Rezki

Public ISBD Title : Detection of muscle fatigue, from statistical methods to software applications Authors: Mohamed Rezki, Author ; Abdelkader Belaidi, Author Publisher: Tlemcen [Algeria] : Knowledge Kingdom Publishing Publication Date: 2017 Series: Medical Technologies Journal, ISSN 2572-004X No. 1(1) Pagination: NA Layout: Journal Article ISSN (or other code): 2572-004X Languages : English Keywords: Muscle Fatigue - etiology  Electromyography  Exercise  Mobile Applications  Models, Statistical  Algeria Abstract: Background: Muscle fatigue has become increasingly present in our daily lives. This is related to lifestyle difficulties. Several methods were proposed in order to detect the muscle fatigue. This report proposes a short review of statistical methods and processing tools extracted from MATLAB software dedicated to detection of fatigue. Methods: The first part in this study is an application of a useful electronic card named “arduino” for acquiring the electromyography signal (EMG). This latter is the perfect signal to describe fatigue in muscles. The acquisition of data is done in two steps; the first is a simple acquisition representing rest (the subject is relaxed). Then, in the next step, the subject does a series of physical exercises representing moving continuously a handlebar (in order to simulate the work of the tram’s conductor). After obtaining raw data from the acquired signals, we apply statistical methods and some processing tools in order to detect fatigue.Results: For the statistical method, we apply the spectral density, which is a mathematical tool that represents the various spectral components of a signal and to perform the harmonic analysis. We deduct that 80 microvolt’s is the intensity of getting fatigue (exercise of moving the handlebar). Using processing tools(FFT and STFT techniques), we obtain essential information on the fatigue’s beginning time.Conclusion: A brief survey of statistical and processing tools to extract fatigue information from an EMG signal was done. A typical example of the importance of detecting fatigue was also illustrated (tram conductor). We aimed for a lot of results from this study, especially because we want to compare techniques. After studying, the STFT technique seem the best Detection of muscle fatigue, from statistical methods to software applications [] / Mohamed Rezki, Author ; Abdelkader Belaidi, Author . - Tlemcen (69A Lots Modjahidine Mansourah, 13000, Algeria) : Knowledge Kingdom Publishing, 2017 . - NA : Journal Article. - (Medical Technologies Journal, ISSN 2572-004X; 1(1)) . ISSN : 2572-004X Languages : English Keywords: Muscle Fatigue - etiology  Electromyography  Exercise  Mobile Applications  Models, Statistical  Algeria Abstract: Background: Muscle fatigue has become increasingly present in our daily lives. This is related to lifestyle difficulties. Several methods were proposed in order to detect the muscle fatigue. This report proposes a short review of statistical methods and processing tools extracted from MATLAB software dedicated to detection of fatigue. Methods: The first part in this study is an application of a useful electronic card named “arduino” for acquiring the electromyography signal (EMG). This latter is the perfect signal to describe fatigue in muscles. The acquisition of data is done in two steps; the first is a simple acquisition representing rest (the subject is relaxed). Then, in the next step, the subject does a series of physical exercises representing moving continuously a handlebar (in order to simulate the work of the tram’s conductor). After obtaining raw data from the acquired signals, we apply statistical methods and some processing tools in order to detect fatigue.Results: For the statistical method, we apply the spectral density, which is a mathematical tool that represents the various spectral components of a signal and to perform the harmonic analysis. We deduct that 80 microvolt’s is the intensity of getting fatigue (exercise of moving the handlebar). Using processing tools(FFT and STFT techniques), we obtain essential information on the fatigue’s beginning time.Conclusion: A brief survey of statistical and processing tools to extract fatigue information from an EMG signal was done. A typical example of the importance of detecting fatigue was also illustrated (tram conductor). We aimed for a lot of results from this study, especially because we want to compare techniques. After studying, the STFT technique seem the best

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Correlation of some predisposing intrinsic conditions with the morphological integrity of the Achilles tendon / Adegbenro Omotuyi John Fakoya

Public ISBD Title : Correlation of some predisposing intrinsic conditions with the morphological integrity of the Achilles tendon Authors: Adegbenro Omotuyi John Fakoya, Author ; David Adeiza Otohinoyi, Author ; Francis Adelade Fakoya, Author Publisher: Sokoto State [Nigeria] : Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital Publication Date: 2018 Series: Annals of African Medicine, ISSN 1596-3519 No. 17(2) Pagination: p.58-63 Layout: Journal article ISSN (or other code): 0975-5764 Languages : English Keywords: Achilles Tendon - physiopathology  Blood Glucose  Blood Pressure  Body Mass Index  Exercise  Nigeria Abstract: Background: Most studies have focused on ill-tendons with a little insight on how intrinsic factors correlate with the Achilles tendon (AT) morphology. Aim: This study aims at establishing how blood pressure (BP), blood glucose (BG), and body mass index (BMI) correlate with the morphology of the AT with emphasis on width changes. Materials and Methods: Participants were volunteers who were recruited during and after an organized health fair by the Medical Students' body of All Saints University, School of Medicine, Commonwealth of Dominica. A total of 336 people, consisting of 135 males and 201 females volunteered for the study. The most dominant age group was between 60 and 65 years. A self-administered questionnaire was used to acquire necessary information, and a preliminary clinical procedure was used to check for BP, BG, and BMI. Ultrasound examination was done in B-mode using a linear array high-frequency probe with a mediolateral approach at the AT. Results: Among the participants, 42.68%, 69.75%, and 30.38% had normal BP, BG, and BMI readings, respectively. BP, BG, and BMI statistically supported the hypothesis.Individuals with extreme BP, BG, and BMI had their AT width wider when compared with individuals with normal systemic readings. Sonographic examination revealed most participants with normal tendon morphology while some identifiable changes were observed among others. Conclusion: This study suggests that BP, BG, and BMI could affect the morphological integrity of the AT. It indicates that asymptomatic high blood sugar and BP could weaken the AT, leading to pain which may appear unrelated to the physician and patient. Correlation of some predisposing intrinsic conditions with the morphological integrity of the Achilles tendon [] / Adegbenro Omotuyi John Fakoya, Author ; David Adeiza Otohinoyi, Author ; Francis Adelade Fakoya, Author . - Sokoto State (2370, Nigeria) : Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, 2018 . - p.58-63 : Journal article. - (Annals of African Medicine, ISSN 1596-3519; 17(2)) . ISSN : 0975-5764 Languages : English Keywords: Achilles Tendon - physiopathology  Blood Glucose  Blood Pressure  Body Mass Index  Exercise  Nigeria Abstract: Background: Most studies have focused on ill-tendons with a little insight on how intrinsic factors correlate with the Achilles tendon (AT) morphology. Aim: This study aims at establishing how blood pressure (BP), blood glucose (BG), and body mass index (BMI) correlate with the morphology of the AT with emphasis on width changes. Materials and Methods: Participants were volunteers who were recruited during and after an organized health fair by the Medical Students' body of All Saints University, School of Medicine, Commonwealth of Dominica. A total of 336 people, consisting of 135 males and 201 females volunteered for the study. The most dominant age group was between 60 and 65 years. A self-administered questionnaire was used to acquire necessary information, and a preliminary clinical procedure was used to check for BP, BG, and BMI. Ultrasound examination was done in B-mode using a linear array high-frequency probe with a mediolateral approach at the AT. Results: Among the participants, 42.68%, 69.75%, and 30.38% had normal BP, BG, and BMI readings, respectively. BP, BG, and BMI statistically supported the hypothesis.Individuals with extreme BP, BG, and BMI had their AT width wider when compared with individuals with normal systemic readings. Sonographic examination revealed most participants with normal tendon morphology while some identifiable changes were observed among others. Conclusion: This study suggests that BP, BG, and BMI could affect the morphological integrity of the AT. It indicates that asymptomatic high blood sugar and BP could weaken the AT, leading to pain which may appear unrelated to the physician and patient.

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A critique of proposed strategies for tackling female obesity in Egypt / Raouf Alebshehy

Public ISBD Title : A critique of proposed strategies for tackling female obesity in Egypt Authors: Raouf Alebshehy, Author ; Josephine Ohas, Author Publisher: Cairo [Egypt] : Pan Arab league of continuous medical education Publication Date: 2017 Series: The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine, ISSN 2090-7125 No. 66 Pagination: p.18-27, Layout: Journal Article ISSN (or other code): 2090-7125 Languages : French Keywords: Obesity - prevention&control  Obesity - etiology  Prevalence  Healthy Lifestyle  Exercise  Health Promotion  Women  Egypt Abstract: Background: obesity is a huge health problem in Egypt. Its prevalence is the double among Egyptian females as compared to males. It is estimated that 75% of females over the age of thirty are overweight or obese. However, 95% of Egyptian females are not taking any measures to control their weight; additionally there is no national program to address the problem. Methods: following specific appraisal criteria, this research article provides a critical appraisal of strategies that could help in addressing the problem of obesity among females. This article includes an appraisal of interventions of promoting healthy lifestyle changes; healthy diet and physical activity. It also provides an appraisal of using social media, primary healthcare clinics, and pharmacies as delivery strategies of the proposed interventions. Findings: the research article reveals the feasibility of the proposed strategies based on the criteria of effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, organizational feasibility, and gender appropriateness. A critique of proposed strategies for tackling female obesity in Egypt [] / Raouf Alebshehy, Author ; Josephine Ohas, Author . - Cairo (Egypt) : Pan Arab league of continuous medical education, 2017 . - p.18-27, : Journal Article. - (The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine, ISSN 2090-7125; 66) . ISSN : 2090-7125 Languages : French Keywords: Obesity - prevention&control  Obesity - etiology  Prevalence  Healthy Lifestyle  Exercise  Health Promotion  Women  Egypt Abstract: Background: obesity is a huge health problem in Egypt. Its prevalence is the double among Egyptian females as compared to males. It is estimated that 75% of females over the age of thirty are overweight or obese. However, 95% of Egyptian females are not taking any measures to control their weight; additionally there is no national program to address the problem. Methods: following specific appraisal criteria, this research article provides a critical appraisal of strategies that could help in addressing the problem of obesity among females. This article includes an appraisal of interventions of promoting healthy lifestyle changes; healthy diet and physical activity. It also provides an appraisal of using social media, primary healthcare clinics, and pharmacies as delivery strategies of the proposed interventions. Findings: the research article reveals the feasibility of the proposed strategies based on the criteria of effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, organizational feasibility, and gender appropriateness.

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