{"title":"Retraction Notice: Regulation of skeletal myogenesis in C2C12 cells through modulation of Pax7, MyoD, and myogenin via different low-frequency electromagnetic field energies.","authors":"","doi":"10.1177/09287329261465170","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/09287329261465170","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"9287329261465170"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148392192","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluation of the effect of menopause on mandibular cortical and trabecular bone structure using panoramic radiographs in patients with periodontitis.","authors":"İlknur Eninanç, Vildan Bostancı","doi":"10.1177/09287329251382861","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329251382861","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundMenopause and periodontitis can lead to changes in mandibular bone structure. Fractal dimension (FD) and radiomorphometric indices, which are widely are used to assess such changes.ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate mandibular trabecular bone using fractal analysis and cortical bone using radiomorphometric indices on panoramic radiographs of individuals with and without periodontitis during the perimenopausal and postmenopausal periods.MethodsThis retrospective study used panoramic radiographs from 60 females, categorized into four groups: perimenopausal and periodontally healthy (PERI-H); perimenopausal with periodontitis (PERI-P); postmenopausal and periodontally healthy (POST-H); postmenopausal with periodontitis (POST-P). Radiomorphometric indices and FD were measured bilaterally on selected condylar (F1, F6) and gonial regions (F2, F5), as well as between the first molar and second premolar teeth (F3, F4) bilaterally.ResultsIn the F3 and F4 regions, the POST-P group exhibited lower FD values compared to the PERI-H group (p = 0.035, p = 0.001, respectively). In the F1 region, significantly lower FD values were observed in the POST-P group versus the PERI-H, PERI-P and POST- H groups (p = 0.017, p = 0.011 and p = 0.017, respectively), and the POST-H group showed significantly lower FD values than the PERI-H group (p = 0.011). Cortical bone classification showed that C1 was most common in the PERI-H group (66.7%), C2 in the POST-H and POST-P groups (60.0%, 66.7%, respectively), and C3 in the POST-P group (26.7%) (p = 0.004).ConclusionsPostmenopausal females exhibited greater bone resorption in the alveolar region and the right condyle, and also showed lower FD values compared to perimenopausal females. Additionally, females with periodontitis exhibited lower fractal dimension values and increased bone porosity compared to the healthy group.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"477-488"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145349507","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A theory-based mobile health application for gestational weight management: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial.","authors":"Seda Çetin Avcı, Zeynep Daşıkan","doi":"10.1177/09287329251388165","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329251388165","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundGestational weight gain (GWG) is a critical factor affecting maternal and fetal health. Excessive GWG increases the risk of complications and contributes to the prevalence of overweight and obesity among women of reproductive age. Despite existing guidelines, many pregnant individuals struggle to manage GWG effectively. Therefore, theory-based and evidence-informed interventions that provide continuous support are urgently needed. Mobile health (mHealth) applications have emerged as promising, cost-effective, and accessible tools for promoting healthy behaviors during pregnancy. This study describes the development of a theory-based mHealth application guided by Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) and the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) model.ObjectiveThis study aims to present the design and development process of <i>\"Gebelikte Kilo Yönetimi\"</i> (Gestational Weight Management), a user-centered, evidence-based mHealth application intended to promote healthy nutrition, physical activity, and GWG in line with the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations.MethodsA two-phase, parallel-group, single-blind randomized controlled trial was designed. In Phase 1, the mobile application was developed to support healthy GWG. In Phase 2, its effectiveness in improving adherence to IOM guidelines, promoting healthy eating, and increasing physical activity among pregnant women will be evaluated. The study is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06542679).ConclusionsThis mHealth application may offer a scalable, accessible alternative to traditional face-to-face counseling, particularly in settings with limited healthcare access or during public health crises. It holds potential to improve GWG outcomes and support maternal health through digital innovation.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"489-500"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145472377","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Multi-site intercostal vibration enhances ventilation through rib cage expansion in healthy adults.","authors":"Masaaki Kobayashi, Kenta Kawamura, Yukako Setaka, Ryota Fujisawa, Hyunjae Woo, Kazuhide Tomita","doi":"10.1177/09287329251385789","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329251385789","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundVibration applied to the chest wall can activate the tonic vibration reflex (TVR), potentially increasing respiratory muscle activity and ventilation. While single-site intercostal stimulation has shown such effects, it is unclear whether multi-site stimulation provides greater benefits.ObjectiveTo investigate whether synchronised multi-site intercostal vibration enhances ventilation through increased rib cage expansion in healthy adults.MethodsThirty healthy adults underwent chest wall vibration under three randomised conditions: 4-point stimulation, 8-point stimulation, and sham control. Vibration was synchronised with resting breathing. Tidal volume (Vt), minute ventilation (Ve), and thoracoabdominal displacement were measured. A linear mixed-effects model was used to compare outcomes across conditions.ResultsThe 8-point stimulation significantly increased Vt and Ve compared to the 4-point and control conditions (<i>p</i> < 0.01). Rib cage displacement also increased, while abdominal motion remained unchanged. These findings suggest that enhanced ventilation was primarily due to rib cage expansion.ConclusionSynchronized multi-site intercostal vibration improves ventilation by increasing rib cage expansion in healthy adults and may offer a novel non-invasive respiratory facilitation strategy.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"467-476"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145309675","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The acute effects of single aerobic exercise on arterial stiffness and endothelial function in throwing athletes and untrained individuals: Focusing on throwing athletes.","authors":"Koshiba Hiroya, Maeshima Etsuko","doi":"10.1177/09287329261423371","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329261423371","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundArterial stiffness and endothelial dysfunction are early markers of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. While moderate-intensity aerobic exercise has demonstrated vascular benefits in untrained individuals, its acute effects on strength-trained athletes remain unclear.ObjectiveThis study investigates the impact of a single aerobic session on arterial stiffness and endothelial function in strength-trained throwers and untrained controls.MethodsEleven male university throwers and eleven healthy controls participated. Participants completed 30 min of moderate-intensity cycling at 50% of heart rate reserve. Brachial-ankle pulse wave velocity (baPWV) and reactive hyperemia-peripheral arterial tonometry index (RHI) were measured at baseline, immediately after exercise, and 40 min post-exercise.ResultsArterial stiffness decreased significantly in the controls (<i>p</i> = 0.003) but showed no change in the throwers. Endothelial function, as measured by RHI, improved significantly in both groups post-exercise (<i>p</i> < 0.001). There was no significant difference in RHI improvement between groups.ConclusionsIn the throwers group, a single session of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise did not lead to a significant reduction in arterial stiffness but resulted in an improvement in endothelial function. These findings suggest that while endothelial function in strength-trained throwers can benefit acutely from aerobic exercise, their arterial stiffness may require more intensive or longer-duration aerobic interventions to achieve significant improvements.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"501-508"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147488197","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Expression of concern.","authors":"","doi":"10.1177/09287329251392360","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329251392360","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"522-524"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145507870","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Menghua Zhao, Li Huang, Furong Huang, Jun Xu, Wang Duane, Aimin Zhang
{"title":"A case of <i>CNTNAP1</i> gene-related abnormality and literature review.","authors":"Menghua Zhao, Li Huang, Furong Huang, Jun Xu, Wang Duane, Aimin Zhang","doi":"10.1177/09287329261438651","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329261438651","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveTo explore the clinical and genetic characteristics of CNTNAP1 gene-related Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome Type 7 (LCCS7) and Congenital Hypomyelinating Neuropathy Type 3 (CHN3).MethodsThe clinical data and genetic test results of one patient were retrospectively analyzed. This patient had CNTNAP1 gene-related LCCS7 and admitted to hospital in 2013. A literature review was also conducted by searching for the CNTNAP1 gene or \"Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome Type 7\" or \"Congenital Hypomyelinating Neuropathy Type 3\" in databases such as CNKI, Wanfang database and PubMed. The clinical and genetic characteristics of CNTNAP1-related LCCS7 and CHN3 diseases were summarized.ResultsThe proband was a female. Prenatal ultrasound showed polyhydramnios, few swallowing and respiratory movements, and a fixed fetal posture. She was born at 33 weeks due to premature rupture of membranes. After birth, she exhibited no cry, respiratory distress, and low muscle tone. She received a series of treatments in the obstetrics department, and was ultimately transferred to neonatology of our hospital due to \"respiratory distress in a premature infant.\" Since the fetus had abnormalities in utero, prenatal family exome sequencing was performed, which revealed two pathogenic mutations, c.1699G > T and c.789G > T, in the CNTNAP1 gene. c.1699G > T was inherited from the father, and c.789G > T was inherited from the mother, confirming compound heterozygosity. The infant died on the 13th day after premature birth. We retrieved 16 reports of CNTNAP1 gene-related LCCS7/CHN3 with 44 patients, and a total of 45 patients were analyzed combined with 1 case in this study. The main clinical manifestations included polyhydramnios (29 cases), fetal akinesia (12 cases), respiratory distress (35 cases), hypotonia (42 cases), hypomyelination (28 cases), and seizures (11 cases).Conclusionthe CNTNAP1 gene test can be considered for polyhydramnios, fetal akinesia, postnatal respiratory distress, hypotonia, and neurological abnormalities.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"509-515"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147700571","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Robotic-assisted rehabilitation in stroke patients using the Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL): A narrative review.","authors":"Liu Yuzhu, Gauri Krishnaswamy","doi":"10.1177/09287329261440743","DOIUrl":"10.1177/09287329261440743","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundStroke remains a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide. Robotic-assisted rehabilitation, particularly with the Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL), has emerged as an innovative approach to enhance motor recovery and functional outcomes. HAL is a wearable exoskeleton that detects bioelectrical signals and provides real-time support, offering unique opportunities for task-specific and intensive neurorehabilitation.ObjectiveThis narrative review summarizes recent clinical evidence on the application of HAL in stroke rehabilitation, focusing on its effects on gait, upper limb recovery, activities of daily living (ADL), and safety, while discussing its limitations and future directions.MethodsA literature search of PubMed and Scopus was conducted for studies investigating HAL-assisted rehabilitation in stroke patients. Eligible studies included randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, pilot studies, and relevant narrative reviews.ResultsEvidence from randomized and non-randomized studies suggests that HAL-assisted rehabilitation can improve gait velocity, balance, and, to a lesser extent, upper limb function in both acute and chronic stroke populations. Several systematic reviews and RCTs (2022-2025) have confirmed its potential benefits compared to conventional physiotherapy, though findings remain heterogeneous. HAL is generally safe and well tolerated, but high costs, limited availability, and methodological variations across studies constrain generalizability.ConclusionHAL-assisted rehabilitation represents a promising adjunct to conventional stroke therapy, with growing evidence supporting its efficacy in motor recovery. However, current data are limited by small sample sizes, inconsistent protocols, and lack of long-term follow-up. Large-scale, multicenter randomized controlled trials are warranted to establish its clinical utility, cost-effectiveness, and integration into routine care.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"516-521"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147700595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sezer Onur Gunara, Baris Aslanoglu, Mehmet Yigit Akgun, Ozkan Ates
{"title":"The role of digital resources in surgical education: An analysis of YouTube videos on dynamic stabilization.","authors":"Sezer Onur Gunara, Baris Aslanoglu, Mehmet Yigit Akgun, Ozkan Ates","doi":"10.1177/09287329261464404","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/09287329261464404","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundThe use of social media platforms like YouTube has surged among patients and their families seeking medical information. Despite the widespread use of video content for health education, no previous study has systematically evaluated the quality of YouTube videos on dynamic spinal stabilization.MethodsA YouTube search using the keyword \"dynamic stabilization\" was conducted in December 2024. Thirty eligible videos were assessed independently by two neurosurgery specialists using the DISCERN scale. Video characteristics and content quality were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression models.ResultsThe overall quality of the videos was low, with a mean DISCERN score of 39.15. A negative correlation was found between the number of views and DISCERN score (r = -0.28), while positive correlations were observed between DISCERN scores and video duration (r = 0.19), and between DISCERN-1 and DISCERN-2 scores (r = 0.957). Videos including: a medically trained speaker,explanation of dynamic stabilization differences,surgical procedure details, andpre/post-operative information scored significantly higher, with each factor contributing to an average increase of 7.09 points (p < 0.05). ConclusionMost YouTube videos on dynamic stabilization offer low-quality and potentially misleading information. Medically trained contributors consistently produce more reliable and informative content, yet such videos often receive less viewer engagement. Increasing the visibility and clarity of evidence-based content is essential to improve patient education through social media.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"9287329261464404"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148354491","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Behavioral patterns in iGaming across territories: Psychiatric and AI-driven insights via the internet of behavior.","authors":"Eleonora Milić, Bratislav Predić, Suzana Tošić Golubović, Milica Cvetanović","doi":"10.1177/09287329261458197","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/09287329261458197","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundIn the digital era, iGaming has become a rapidly expanding phenomenon that generates complex behavioral patterns and increases the risk of problematic gambling. The integration of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence of Things and the Internet of Behavior enables a shift from reactive to preventive approaches in public health protection.ObjectiveThis study combines clinical practice, AI, machine learning and the Internet of Behavior concept to analyze player behavior patterns and develop machine learning models for early detection of addiction risk through behavioral markers.MethodsBehavioral data were collected from an online game supplier operating through 52 operators in Republika Srpska, Croatia, Romania, Brazil, Somalia, and Mali. Psychiatric expertise and clinical experience were applied to identify harmful behavioral markers, which served as inputs for training MLP neural networks. Models trained per country classified player behavior into recreational, risky, and problematic categories.ResultsThe analysis included 109,418 players across three continents, aggregating 5,135,179,510 online slot game bets. Results revealed significant cross-country variation in risky and problematic gambling, shaped by socio-economic, cultural, and regulatory factors.ConclusionThe integration of AI-driven behavioral analysis with psychiatric insight provides a robust framework for early risk detection and personalized interventions supporting responsible gaming.</p>","PeriodicalId":48978,"journal":{"name":"Technology and Health Care","volume":" ","pages":"9287329261458197"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148309992","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}