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{"title":"Sleep Bruxism: A Review","authors":"Deepa, Dua Parminder, Mangla Ritu","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240812","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240812","url":null,"abstract":"Sleep Bruxism is a common phenomenon in children with prevalence varying from 3.5 % to 40.6 % in children and 16.5 % in adults. It is not a movement disorder or sleep disorder, rather, a rhythmic or non-rhythmic masticatory muscle activity characterized by teeth grinding or clenching during sleep which starts soon after the eruption of deciduous incisors. This article aims to review sleep bruxism in detail.\u0000\u0000Key words: Sleep Bruxism, Grinding, Clenching, masticatory muscle activity","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"65 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141926551","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Role of Herbo-mineral Combinations for the Management of Hypothyroidism","authors":"A. Balkrishna, Prashant Katiyar","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240809","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240809","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Hypothyroidism, the second most common endocrine disorder after diabetes, significantly reduces quality of life (QoL). Women are more commonly affected (7.5%) than men (2.8%). In Ayurveda, hypothyroidism is associated with Dhatwagni mandya, especially Medodhatwagni mandya, which leads to decreased hormone production. Jalakumbhi bhasma is highly regarded in Ayurvedic texts for its effectiveness against Galaganda (goitre-related hypothyroidism).\u0000Materials and Methods: The study included 40 individuals with primary hypothyroidism enrolled at Patanjali Wellness in Haridwar. Participants, aged 18-60, were divided into two groups of 20 based on disease symptoms. Group A received Jalakumbhi bhasma with ushnodaka (hot water) as an anupana (vehicle), while Group B received a combination of Jalakumbhi bhasma, Yava kshara, and Pippali churna with Shigrupatra kwath (moringa leaf decoction) as an anupana. Pre- and post-treatment data were analyzed using an unpaired t-test.\u0000Results: There were significant improvements (p<0.05) observed in the symptoms of hypothyroidism in both groups. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test and Mann Whitney-U test showed a significant reduction in TSH levels, with Group B showing the most improvement, followed by Group A. Both treatments were effective in managing hypothyroidism.\u0000Discussion: Jalakumbhi bhasma alone was beneficial for treating hypothyroidism, but its effectiveness was significantly enhanced when combined with Yava kshara, Pippali churna, and Shigrupatra kwath. This combination provided a synergistic effect, improving the management of Medodhatwagni mandya (primary hypothyroidism).\u0000\u0000Key words: Jalakumbhi bhasma; Yava kshara; Pippali churna; Shigrupatra kwath; Medodhatwagni mandya; Hypothyroidism.","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"34 19","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141928319","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Review on Understanding and Management of Vatarakta W.S.R. to Hyperuricemia","authors":"Preeti, Renu Yadav, Aditaya Nath Tewari","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240814","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240814","url":null,"abstract":"Background - Health is a multidimensional concept that includes physical, physiological, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being, all of which are profoundly influenced by diet and lifestyle choices. Throughout Ayurvedic literature, there is a consistent emphasis on the critical role of Ahara (diet) and Vihara (lifestyle) in both preserving Swasthya (health) and managing Vikara (diseases). This emphasis is especially relevant today, given the significant rise in lifestyle-related metabolic disorders. Vatarakta or gouty arthritis, is a chronic condition stemming from metabolic disruptions caused by unhealthy dietary habits and lifestyle choices. It involves vitiated Vata and Rakta (blood). Initially, vitiated Vata blocks the pathways of vitiated Rakta, which subsequently obstructs Vata itself. This condition shares clinical features with gouty arthritis in its modern counterpart. The primary biochemical feature of gout is elevated levels of serum uric acid (Hyperuricemia) in the bloodstream, stemming from either increased production, decreased excretion, or a combination of both the processes. Ayurvedic literature emphasizes various treatment approaches for Vatarakta, including Raktamokshan (blood-letting therapy), Virechana (purgation), Basti Karma (therapeutic enema), Shamana chikitsa (pacification), Rasayan chikitsa (Rejuvination) and external therapies such as Parishek (fomentation), Abhyang (Oleation), Lepa (ointment), Upanah (poultice).\u0000Aim - This study aims to explore the concepts of Vatarakta, its management and to compile the findings from various previous researches and effect of their treatment protocols on Hyperuricemia\u0000Material and methods - Ayurvedic texts (Samithas) and databases like PubMed, Scopus, DHARA, Google Scholar, and other related researches were extensively reviewed to gain a comprehensive understanding of Vatarakta and its therapeutic strategies.\u0000Results & Conclusion - Multiple studies on Vatarakta management were reviewed, revealing significant decrease in serum uric acid levels with treatments like Guduchi Siddha Yoga Basti, Yashtyadi niruha basti, Kaishore guggulu, Punarnava-Amrita Guggulu, Navkarshik ghan vati and Navkarshik kashayam. Detailed insights from these studies are discussed below.\u0000\u0000Key words: Vatarakta, Raktamokshana, Rasayana, Gouty Arthritis, Punarnava-Amrita-Guggulu, Guduchi Siddha Yoga Basti, Navkarshik kashayam.","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"66 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141926545","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Efficiency of Physiotherapy Interventions in the Treatment of Dizziness & Balance Disorders: \u0000A Narrative Review","authors":"Gurbinder Kaur, Niraj Majhi, Jaspreet Singh","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240813","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240813","url":null,"abstract":"Vestibular disorders including conditions such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis and Meniere’s disease, bilateral vestibular hypofunction, central vestibular disorders are common causes of vertigo, dizziness and imbalance. These disorders can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life leading to functional impairment and increased risk of falls. Vestibular rehabilitation aims to promote central nervous system adaptation and compensation mechanism to decrease symptoms and improve functional outcomes. Physiotherapy interventions with Vestibular rehabilitation programs typically include a combination of gaze stabilization exercises, habituation exercises, balance training, and manual therapy techniques are tailored to address specific vestibular impairments. Despite the widespread adoption of Vestibular rehabilitation in clinical practice, the evidence supporting the effectiveness of physiotherapy interventions in vestibular rehabilitation remains varied. This review will provide insights into the effectiveness of physiotherapy interventions protocols in the treatment of vestibular and balance disorders. Additionally, it will explore factors influencing treatment outcomes such as patient characteristics, treatment adherence and duration of intervention.\u0000\u0000Key words: “peripheral vestibular rehabilitation”, “vestibular rehabilitation”, “habituation exercises”, “gaze stabilization exercises”, “balance training”, “dizziness disorder” “balance disorder”.","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"52 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141929591","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Stress and Quality of Life Among Postmenopausal Women","authors":"Anisha Shaji, Reeja R","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240821","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240821","url":null,"abstract":"Present study was aimed to assess the stress and quality of life among postmenopausal women. The objectives of the study were to determine the relationship between level of stress and General quality of life among postmenopausal women and to determine the relationship between level of stress and menopause specific quality of life among postmenopausal women. The theoretical framework was based on Sr. Callista Roy’s adaptation model. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted. A total 300 postmenopausal women from Ambalapuzha block panchayat were selected by multistage cluster sampling. The study was conducted among postmenopausal women meeting the inclusion criteria from selected wards of Ambalapuzha block panchayat (Punnapra south and Purakkad panchats were selected randomly). The tools used for data collection were of socio personal data sheet to assess the socio personal variables, The Perceived Stress Scale to assess the level of stress among postmenopausal women, WHO-QOL BREF scale to assess the general quality of life among postmenopausal women, Modified menopause specific quality of life questionnaire (MENQOL) to assess the menopause specific quality of life among postmenopausal women. The collected data were analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings of the study revealed that the mean age of menopause among postmenopausal were 46.89 years and standard deviation was 1.653. It was found that (45.66%)of postmenopausal women had high perceived stress,13.6% had moderate stress and 40.67% had low stress. The mean score of level of stress among postmenopausal women was 20.98. It was found that,43.33% postmenopausal women had good quality of life and 28% had average quality of life and 28.67% had poor quality of life. There was significant moderate negative correlation between stress and general quality of life among postmenopausal women. It was also found that there was moderate negative correlation between stress and menopause specific quality of life. Hence the researcher concluded that strategies for managing stress can help women cope not only with menopause, but with life and also aging in general. Exercising proper diet, not smoking, reduction of stress are also effective ways to make menopause more bearable.\u0000\u0000Key words: Post menopause; Stress; Quality of life","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"101 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141926734","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Study to Compare the Clinical Outcomes in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Women Having an Altered and Unaltered Lipid Profile","authors":"Hanisha Gaddam, Sangeeta Shah, Lakshmi Devi","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240808","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240808","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is one among the most prevalent metabolic disorders in pregnancy (1). Women with GDM are at high risk of developing complications like hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, macrosomia, caesarean delivery along with neonatal complications (2,3).\u0000Importance is being given to the association between GDM and serum lipid levels and thus their impact on clinical outcomes.\u0000METHODOLOGY: This is an observational study conducted on 60 GDM women presenting to Gandhi hospital between 24-28 weeks of gestational age. Lipid profile is done in these women with informed consent. These patients with both altered and unaltered lipid profile are followed up to find out the clinical outcomes.\u0000RESULTS: In this study, women with altered lipid profile had higher incidence of postpartum haemorrhage. Neonates born to women with altered lipid profile had higher birth length and weights when compared to those born to women with unaltered lipid profile.\u0000CONCLUSION: This study enhances the knowledge of clinical outcomes in GDM women having an altered lipid profile and thus would help in formulating guidelines for effective management and therefore to improve clinical outcomes.\u0000\u0000Key words: GDM, LIPID PROFILE, PPH","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"76 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141926659","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of Awareness and Knowledge of Basic Life Support Among Physiotherapy Students","authors":"Vidhi Thakkar, Shahi Kagdi","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240804","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240804","url":null,"abstract":"BACKGROUND: Cardiovascular diseases are the major public health concern worldwide. Sudden cardiac death (SCD), is the most common cause of death worldwide. BLS- Basic life support is a key component of chain of survival .It helps to maintaining an airway and supporting breathing and circulation without using any equipment.It involves CPR- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - An evolving lifesaving technique in modern medicine that includes a series of lifesaving actions that improve survival rates.Physical therapists work in collaboration with clinical, nursing, emergency staff.They using exercise as a therapeutic approach, so they must have good knowledge and skills in CPR ,not only to deal with possible adverse cardiac events during exercise but also because the widespread application of CPR is early defibrillation can significantly reduce cardiac mortality.\u0000MATERIALS AND METHODS: Self-administered questionnaire of 20 questions was formed and link of this questionnaire was spread from social media platforms. Questionnaire had three parts - Demographic data, Information regarding to Past experience of BLS, Knowledge about CPR. Total 105 students of all four years of B. physiotherapy and MPT Students filled the form. Statistical analysis of 101 students was done.\u0000RESULTS: Results shows that Physiotherapy Students have poor to average knowledge about BLS. Especially in knowledge of EMS, Methods of ventilation, chest compression depth, Rate of compression, choking strategies and recovery position after drowning.\u0000CONCLUSION: knowledge and awareness about BLS among physiotherapy students is inadequate and research is highly needed to establish effective strategies for improving the same.\u0000\u0000Key words: Basic life support, Physiotherapy students.","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"1 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141929127","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effectiveness of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Technique for Hamstring Tightness in a College Level Badminton Player: A Case Study","authors":"Chaithra B Shetty, Haripriya S, Lin Menachery","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240822","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240822","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Badminton demands quick reactions, precise footwork, and balance. Flexibility is crucial, correlating with effective lunge step execution. Hamstring tightness increases injury risk, and thus role of flexibility in conditioning programs is very important. Shortening of hamstring due to various factors impacts flexibility and increases susceptibility to injury. Physiotherapy techniques such as Mulligan Bend Leg Raise can potentially address this issue.\u0000Objective: To determine the effectiveness of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise technique for hamstring tightness in a college-level badminton player.\u0000Materials and Method: In this study, the participant underwent four weeks of supervised physiotherapy intervention involving Mulligan Bent Leg Raise technique and patient education. Outcomes were assessed using the popliteal angle measurement and the Sit and Reach test.\u0000Results: Improvements were observed in hamstring flexibility and overall range of motion, as indicated by increased popliteal angles and sit-and-reach measurements.\u0000Conclusion: Treatment using Mulligan Bent Leg Raise is effective in enhancing hamstring flexibility, evidenced by improved popliteal angle measurements and Sit and Reach Test measurements. Beneficial for badminton players, it may have advantages to athletes across sports. It is recommended for patients with hamstring tightness for comparable benefits.\u0000\u0000Key words: Mulligan Bent Leg Raise, Hamstring Tightness, College level Badminton players","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"45 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141929375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Resistance Training in Pregnancy - \u0000A Comprehensive Narrative Review","authors":"Nikita Sonaiya","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240811","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240811","url":null,"abstract":"Pregnancy is a transformative period characterized by significant physiological and psychological changes. Engaging in consistent exercise during pregnancy offers numerous health advantages for both the expectant mother and the child, as recommended by the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Resistance training, a form of strength training, is increasingly recognized for its benefits during pregnancy due to its ability to improve muscle strength with potentially lower cardiovascular stress compared to aerobic exercise. This comprehensive narrative review evaluates the safety and efficacy of resistance training during pregnancy, its effects on diastasis recti, blood pressure, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), incontinence, low back pain, fetal responses, and postpartum depression.\u0000\u0000Key words: Resistance Training, Pregnancy, Fetal Outcome","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"21 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141927869","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Correlation of Low Back Pain and Its Function Limitation Activity in Daily Life Among Office Worker","authors":"Krupa Patel, Amit Amit M. Patel","doi":"10.52403/ijhsr.20240807","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240807","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION: Low back pain is associated with physical demands of the workplace, social support, and pain. The normal degenerative aging process, epidemiological studies reveal that poor ergonomic factors in the workplace contribute to low back pain in a back.\u0000Lifting or carrying loads, having a static posture for a long time and frequent bending and twisting have the physical load risk factors consistently associated with work-related back disorders.\u0000OBJECTIVE: To correlate the Oswestry Disability Index and Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale in Office worker.\u0000METHOD: 110 Office worker were selected for the study and the age between 30 to 45 year. A correlation study was conducted between Oswestry disability index and Quebec Back pain disability scale. Through Digital form.\u0000RESULTS: Spearmen’s rho correlation was used for analyse data by using SPSS 20.00. Significant and very strong positive correlation was found between Oswestry disability index and Quebec back pain scale (r=0.91& p<0.05) in Office worker.\u0000CONCLUSION: Oswestry disability index and Quebec back pain scale were correlated in Office worker. Significant and very strong positive correlation found between pain and functional activity.\u0000\u0000Key words: Oswestry disability index, Quebec back pain scale, Pain, Functional Activity, Office worker","PeriodicalId":14119,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Health Sciences and Research","volume":"118 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141926339","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}