Influence of visceral manipulation on hormonal profile in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: A randomized trial

Eman E. Kamel, Hamada A. Hamada, Amel M. Yousef, Fahima M. Okeel, Mohamed Hassan, Hatem M. Hassan

Eman E. Kamel, Hamada A. Hamada, Amel M. Yousef, Fahima M. Okeel, Mohamed Hassan, Hatem M. Hassan – Influence of visceral manipulation on hormonal profile in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: A randomized trial –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(1); 279-284

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG2EF8860

Abstract
Background. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine condition in women of reproductive age and has been suggested as a risk factor for cardiometabolic disease. Depending on which diagnostic criteria are applied, approximately 10–15% of the women of reproductive age are affected by PCOS.Objective. To examine how viscera manipulation Influences hormonal profile in women with PCO. Design. A prospective randomized single-blind controlled trial. Setting. Outpatient clinics of Sadat General Hospital.
Methods. Thirty patients of PCO females were recruited and randomized into two equal groups: the control group received a diet guidelines therapy in the form of the hypocaloric Mediterranean diet for 12 weeks, and the study group received the same control group interventions in addition to visceral manipulation (VM). biochemical analysis (FSH & LH) and BMI was the primary outcome. All variables were measured at the baseline and after 12 weeks of the intervention.
Results. Statistical analysis was done by using paired’ test which showed significant improvement in both groups. Therefore, using mixed design MANOVA and multiple pairwise comparison tests (Post hoc tests) for the BMI and LH/FSH ratio post-treatment revealed that there were significant decreases in LH/FSH ratio (p =0.007)  in favor to group B when compared with group A, with no significant differences in BMI between both groups (p = 0.443), showing that VM group (B) is more effective than group (A) on biochemical analysis (p < 0.05).
Conclusion. Using visceral manipulation with a standard program of hypocaloric Mediterranean diet has more beneficial effects on hormonal profile in women with PCO.
Keywords
polycystic ovarian syndrome, visceral manipulation, hypocaloric diet, luteinizing hormone, follicle stimulating hormone
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Manual therapy formyofascial pelvic pain: A case report and narrative review

Amira N. Abdellatif, Amel M. Youssef, Hamada A. Hamada, Karima A. Hassan


Amira N. Abdellatif, Amel M. Youssef, Hamada A. Hamada, Karima A. Hassan – Manual therapy formyofascial pelvic pain: A case report and narrative review. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(3); 126-137

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG1435AD

Abstract

Background. Myofascial pelvic pain (MFPP) is characterized by the presence of tender myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the muscles and fascia of the pelvic floor. Pelvic floor manual therapy is frequently suggested as the first line of treatment for MFPP. Main body of the abstract. The existing literature affirms the beneficial outcomes of manual therapy in the treatment of MFPP and offers a concise summary of how these techniques are applied to patients with MFPP. Literature includes ten techniques; (1) myofascial trigger point release, (2) Thiele massage, (3) internal self-massage, (4) perineal massage, (5) combined manual techniques, (6) pelvic myofascial mobilization, (7) manual visceral therapy, (8) connective tissue manipulation, (9) scar release, and (10) internal coccyx manipulation. Methods. A narrative review was carried out to summarize the available evidence on pelvic floor manual therapy techniques for MFPP. Key content and findings. Upon review of the current research landscape, twenty-five studies met the inclusion criteria. Available evidence suggests that pelvic floor manual therapy is effective in the treatment of MFPP. Conclusion. Although current available studies are limited in number with limitations in study design, manual therapy is considered a promising, effective, and safe option for the treatment of MFPP.

Keywords: myofascial pelvic pain, chronic pelvic pain, myofascial trigger points, manual therapy, manipulation

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Laser Acupuncture: Could it be a New Complementary Intervention in Management of Peripheral Arterial Disease?

Abeer Ahmad Farghaly, Hesham Mostafa, Hasnaa Ahmed Abdel-Aziz, Hamada A. Hamada

Abeer Ahmad Farghaly, Hesham Mostafa, Hasnaa Ahmed Abdel-Aziz, Hamada A. Hamada – Laser Acupuncture: Could it be a New Complementary Intervention in Management of Peripheral Arterial Disease?. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(5); 226-232

Abstract
Laser acupuncture has produced promising results in the management of many medical conditions; it has been used as a non-invasive therapy with no puncture pain which represents a major advantage over traditional acupuncture or electroacupuncture. The research question of this study is: Does the Aluminum Gallium Arsenide (AlGaAs) LASER acupuncture affect the lower limb blood supply and functional walking ability in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?. Thirty male patients’ diagnosis with PAD were recruited from Kasr El-ainy Hospital, and were randomly divided into two equal groups: study group and control group. Both groups received the routine medical treatment whereas study group received laser acupuncture therapy twice weekly for five weeks. Ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI), six-minute walk test (6MWT), and rating of perceived exertion using modified Borg scale were measured. The 2×2 mixed design MANOVA showed that laser acupuncture has induced highly statistically significant improvements in all the measured outcomes (p < 0.05). However, results revealed no significant difference between the two groups except for modified Borg scale. It was concluded that, AlGaAs Laser acupuncture could be an effective non-pharmacological intervention for improving circulation and functional walking performance in PAD patients and may be recommended as a complementary therapy in the management protocols of PAD.
Key words:
Laser acupuncture, peripheral arterial disease, Ankle brachial pressure index, six-minute walk test
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Vacuum Assisted Closure Therapy Versus Polarized Light in The Treatment of Pressure Ulcer: A randomized controlled trial

Haidy N. Ashem, Rami L. Abbas, Hamada A. Hamada, Marwa M. Eid

Haidy N. Ashem, Rami L. Abbas, Hamada A. Hamada, Marwa M. Eid – Vacuum Assisted Closure Therapy Versus Polarized Light in The Treatment of Pressure Ulcer: A randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(4); 154-159

Abstract

Purpose. This study was conducted to determine the effect of vacuum assisted closure therapy (VAC) versus polarized light or bioptron light therapy (BLT) in the treatment of pressure ulcers (PUs). Materials and Methods. Sixty patients of both sexes suffering from pressure ulcers classified between grade II and III according to the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP), undergoing traditional medical treatment, participated in this study and were randomly assigned into two groups; group A, received polarized light 3 sessions per week for 8 weeks, and group B, received vacuum assisted closure therapy daily for 8 weeks. In addition to wound culture recording, wound surface area (WSA) and wound depth assessment were conducted before starting the treatment and at the end of treatment after 8 weeks of intervention. Results. Statistical analysis showed reduction in ulcer surface area and depth after treatment for both groups with high significant improvement in ulcer surface area and depth using polarized light. Conclusion. It can be concluded that both polarized light and vacuum assisted closure therapy had significant effect on pressure ulcers healing with high significant improvement in ulcer surface area and depth using polarized light compared with vacuum assisted closure therapy.

 

Key words:

polarized light or bioptron light therapy, vacuum assisted closure therapy, pressure ulcers

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Could it be a New Complementary Intervention in Management of Peripheral Arterial Disease?

Abeer Ahmad Farghaly, Hesham Mostafa, Hasnaa Ahmed Abdel-Aziz, Hamada A. Hamada

Abeer Ahmad Farghaly, Hesham Mostafa, Hasnaa Ahmed Abdel-Aziz, Hamada A. Hamada – Laser Acupuncture: Could it be a New Complementary Intervention in Management of Peripheral Arterial Disease? Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(3); 184-190

Abstract
Laser acupuncture has produced promising results in the management of many medical conditions; it has been used as a non-invasive therapy with no puncture pain which represents a major advantage over traditional acupuncture or electroacupuncture. The research question of this study is: Does the Aluminum Gallium Arsenide (AlGaAs) LASER acupuncture affect the lower limb blood supply and functional walking ability in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD)? Thirty male patients’ diagnosis with PAD were recruited from Kasr El-ainy Hospital, and were randomly divided into two equal groups: study group and control group. Both groups received the routine medical treatment whereas study group received laser acupuncture therapy twice weekly for five weeks. Ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI), six-minute walk test (6MWT), and rating of perceived exertion using modified Borg scale were measured. The 2×2 mixed design MANOVA showed that laser acupuncture has induced highly statistically significant improvements in all the measured outcomes (p < 0.05). However, results revealed no significant difference between the two groups except for modified Borg scale. It was concluded that, AlGaAs Laser acupuncture could be an effective non-pharmacological intervention for improving circulation and functional walking performance in PAD patients and may be recommended as a complementary therapy in the management protocols of PAD.
Key words:
Laser acupuncture, peripheral arterial disease, Ankle brachial pressure index, six-minute walk test
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Effect of interferential Electrical Stimulation on pain perception and disability level on Interstitial Cystitis: a randomized controlled trial

Ghada Ebrahim El Refaye, Hamada A. Hamada, Ibtissam M. Saab, Najlaa Fathi Ewais

Ghada Ebrahim El Refaye, Hamada A. Hamada, Ibtissam M. Saab, Najlaa Fathi Ewais – Effect of interferential Electrical Stimulation on pain perception and disability level on Interstitial Cystitis: a randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(3); 102-106

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG140EA9

Abstract
Background. Interstitial cystitis is a range of urological manifestations that are characterized by bladder, pelvic and urethral pain, just as irritative voiding side effects. It is characterized by the International Continence Society as the protest of suprapubic pain, identified with bladder filling combined by different manifestations, for example, expanded day time and evening time recurrence, without demonstrated urinary contamination or different evident pathology of the lower urinary tract. Objective. To investigate the effect of interferential electrical stimulation on pain perception and disability level on interstitial cystitis. Participants and methods. A total of 40 volunteering women diagnosed with interstitial cystitis. Their ages were ranged between 25 to 40 years old and their body mass index was > 30 kg/m2. Participants were randomly assigned to two equally numbered groups; group (A) receiving interferential current at the lower abdomen, in addition to a routine medical intervention, or group (B) receiving solely routine medical intervention for 8 successive weeks. Participants were assessed for pain using visual analog scale (VAS), related disability index using levels using O’Leary–Sant Symptom Index or Interstitial Cystitis Index (ICSI), and blood cortisol concentration. Measurements were taken before and after eight weeks of intervention. Results. The analysis of the results revealed a significant reduction in VAS score (P < 0.0001), ICSI scores (P < 0.0001), and the plasma cortisol concentration (P < 0.0001) in the participants of group (A) at the end of the treatment, compared to group (B). Conclusion. These results concluded that adding IC therapy to routine medical intervention had an excellent effect on the management of interstitial cystitis associated signs and symptoms particularly pain, plasma cortisol levels, related disabilities.
Key words:
Interferential current, pain perception, disability level, interstitial Cystitis
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Mechanical Response of Hip and Knee Muscles Following Randomized Crossover Trials in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Hamada A. Hamada, Hossam E. Fawaz, Ghada Koura, Noran A. Elbehary, Salam M. Elhafez

Hamada A. Hamada, Hossam E. Fawaz, Ghada Koura, Noran A. Elbehary, Salam M. Elhafez – Mechanical Response of Hip and Knee Muscles Following Randomized Crossover Trials in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(1); 160-168

Abstract
Background. Faulty hip kinematics during weight bearing activities is proposed to contribute to patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). However, limited information exists to determine the effectiveness of exercises programs that not only act on the knee joint, but also on the hip joint in patients with PFPS. Purpose. The purpose of this study was to compare between the effect of the starting with hip strengthening exercises before knee exercises program and the starting with knee exercises program before hip strengthening exercises on pain intensity, Kujala questionnaire scale, quadriceps angle (Q-angle), anteversion angle, and eccentric peak torques (PT) for hip abductors, external rotators, and knee extensors in patients with PFPS. Materials and Methods. Twenty-four patients suffering from PFPS were randomly assigned into two equal groups of twelve. Group (A): their mean age, weight, height and BMI values were 23.33 ± 5.39 years, 71.16 ± 13.05 kg, 164.75 ± 4.5 cm, and 26.21 ± 4.71 kg/m² respectively. They received hip abductors and external rotators strengthening exercises for three weeks followed by knee extensors strengthening exercises and stretching exercises for hamstring quadriceps, iliotibial band and gastrocnemus for another three weeks. Group (B): their mean age, weight, height and BMI values were 23.16 ± 6.33 years, 69.41 ± 18.14 kg, 164.66 ± 7.27 cm, and 25.2 ± 6.2 kg/m² respectively. They received knee extensors strengthening exercises and stretching exercises for hamstring, quadriceps, iliotibial band and gastrocnemus for three weeks followed by hip abductors and external rotators strengthening exercises for another three weeks. Both groups received three to four sessions per week for six weeks. Pain level, Kujala scale, Q-angle, anteversion angle, and isokinetic eccentric PT for hip abductors, external rotators, and knee extensors were recorded before, after three weeks, and after six weeks of exercises. Results. 2×3 Mixed Design MANOVA revealed that there was a significant reduction in level of perceived pain and improvement of Kujala scale in group (A) compared with group (B) after six weeks of exercise (p < 0.05). However, there was no significant difference in the Q-angle, anteversion angle, and isokinetic eccentric PT for hip abductors, external rotators, and knee extensors between the tested groups after six weeks of exercise (p > 0.05). Conclusion. Starting rehabilitation program with hip strengthening exercises before knee exercises program is more effective than starting with knee exercises program before hip strengthening exercises in reducing pain and improving knee function in patients with PFPS. Consequently, this may help physiotherapists in designing the most effective and efficient prevention and rehabilitation programs for patients suffering from PFPS.

Key words:
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Hip, Knee, Strengthening Exercises, Q -Angle, Anteversion Angle

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Effect of Forward Head Posture on Temporomandibular Joint Proprioception in Post-Pubertal Females: An Observational Study

Nehal G. Omran, Amel M. Yousef, Hamada A. Hamada, Ayman Gouda Matar, Doaa A. Osman

Nehal G. Omran, Amel M. Yousef, Hamada A. Hamada, Ayman Gouda Matar, Doaa A. Osman – Effect of Forward Head Posture on Temporomandibular Joint Proprioception in Post-Pubertal Females: An Observational Study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2019; 19(2); 142-146

Abstract
Aim: to explore the effect of forward head posture (FHP) on temporomandibular joint (TMJ) proprioception in post-pubertal females.
Material and Method. Forty post-pubertal females participated in this study. They were classified in accordance with the craniovertebral angle (CVA) into two groups. The Forward head posture (FHP) group had CVA of less than 48° (n = 21), while the control group had CVA of more than 48° (n = 19). TMJ repositioning accuracy had been measured by vernier caliper for females in both groups.
Results. Statistical analysis revealed that there were no significant (p > 0.05) differences between both groups regarding TMJ repositioning errors in all directions (mouth opening, protrusion and lateral movements) with eyes open or closed.
Conclusion and Discussion. In post-pubertal females, FHP has no negative effect on TMJ proprioception in all directions whether the eyes are open or closed.

Key words:
Forward head posture, craniovertebral angle, temporomandibular joint, proprioception, post-pubertal females

 

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