Correlation between spinopelvic alignment and uterine dimensions in primary dysmenorrhea: A case-control study

Randa G. Mohamed, Amel M. Yousef, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Doaa A. Osman

 

Randa G. Mohamed, Amel M. Yousef, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Doaa A. Osman – Correlation between spinopelvic alignment and uterine dimensions in primary dysmenorrhea: A case-control study –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(3); 23-29

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG020AEL0

Abstract

Background. The high prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) among young females has prompted interest in exploring its multifactorial causes. One area of investigation is the relationship between musculoskeletal posture and gynecological health. Purpose. To examine the potential correlation between spinopelvic alignment and uterine dimensions in females with and without PD. Methods. This case-control observational study included 40 females with regular menstrual cycles, divided into two groups: 20 with PD (study group) and 20 without PD (control group). Spinopelvic alignment parameters, including thoracic kyphosis, lumbar lordosis, pelvic tilt, and pelvic torsion, were assessed using a 4D formetric device. Uterine dimensions, including corpus length and width, as well as cervix length and width, were measured by ultrasonography. Results. No significant correlations were found between the spinopelvic alignment and uterine dimensions in the study group with PD (p > 0.05). However, in the control group without PD, there were significant moderate negative correlations between uterine corpus width and thoracic kyphotic angle (p < 0.05), as well as between cervix length and pelvic tilt (p < 0.05). Conclusion. In females with PD, there are no significant correlations between spinopelvic alignment and uterine dimensions. In contrast, in females without dysmenorrhea, there are significant correlations between uterine corpus width and thoracic kyphotic angle, and between cervix length and pelvic tilt.

Keywords:

primary dysmenorrhea, spinopelvic alignment, uterine dimensions

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Effect of Spontaneous Cephalic Version Techniques with Acoustic Stimulation on Maternal and Neonatal outcomes in Breech Presentation: A randomized clinical trial

Eman Awad, Ali Mobark, Yasser Khamis, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Amal Yousef, Doaa Saeed


Eman Awad, Ali Mobark, Yasser Khamis, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Amal Yousef, Doaa Saeed – Effect of Spontaneous Cephalic Version Techniques with Acoustic Stimulation on Maternal and Neonatal outcomes in Breech Presentation: A randomized clinical trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(3); 20-24

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG143703

Abstract
Aim. Breech presentation complicates 3-4% of all term deliveries. This trial aimed to study the effect of combining spontaneous cephalic version (SCV) techniques with acoustic stimulation on the position of breech fetuses and their subsequent impact on maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Materials and Methods. A randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 60 pregnant women at 32-34 weeks of gestation, all expecting a singleton fetus in complete breech presentation. They were assigned to two equal groups:
Group (A) consisted of intervention participants who performed SCV techniques in conjunction with acoustic stimulation from 34 weeks of gestation, along with routine antenatal care.
Group (B) comprised control participants who continued with their routine prenatal care up to delivery.
Results. The chi-square test indicated a statistically significant increase in the number of vaginal deliveries among participants in Group (A) due to the fetuses turning to a vertex position. Meanwhile, neonates from Group (B) demonstrated a statistically significant higher Apgar score value at the 1st minute of life compared to those in Group (A).
Conclusion. Spontaneous cephalic version techniques combined with acoustic stimulation are effective in repositioning a breech baby into a vertex position, thereby reducing the incidence of cesarean sections and associated morbidities for both mother and neonate.

Key words:
breech presentation, spontaneous cephalic version techniques, acoustic stimulation, vertex position

 

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Impact of TECAR therapy on post-natal rectus diastasis: A randomized trial

Eman A. Elhosary, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Doaa Rafat ElAzab, Yassmin Essam, Gehan A. Abdelsamea


Eman A. Elhosary, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Doaa Rafat ElAzab, Yassmin Essam, Gehan A. Abdelsamea – Impact of TECAR therapy on post-natal rectus diastasis: A randomized trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(1); 54-59

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG07B1B5

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Background. Rectus diastasis is a common problem affecting postpartum mothers. It decreases the integrity as well as functional strength of the abdominal wall, and causes low back pain and pelvic instability
Objective. To examine how TECAR therapy (monopolar capacitive resistance radiofrequency of 448 KHz) affects rectus diastasis in postpartum women.
Design. A prospective randomized controlled trial.
Setting. Outpatient physical therapy clinic, Kafr El Sheikh University.
Methods. Forty postnatal women having diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) > 2.5 cm were recruited and randomized into two equal groups; the control group received a program of selected abdominal exercises and low caloric diet of 1200 kcal/ day for 4 weeks, and the study group received the same control group interventions in addition to TECAR application. DRA degree was the primary outcome, while weight and body mass index measures were the secondary outcomes. All variables were measured at the baseline and after 4 weeks of the intervention by rectus diastasis test, abdominal ultrasonography, and calibrated weight scale.
Results. Analysis showed a significant reduction (P < .05) in weight, body mass index, rectus diastasis test, and ultrasound measures in both groups in favor of the study group
Conclusion. Using TECAR with a standard program of abdominal exercises and low caloric diet has more beneficial effects on postnatal DRA than practicing the exercise program alone with the low-calorie diet.

Słowa kluczowe:
diastasis recti, radiofrequency therapy, physical exercises, postpartum

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Effect of exercise versus diet on visceral adiposity indicators in obese postmenopausal diabetic women: A comparative study

Doaa A. Osman, Abdullah M. Al-Shenqiti, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Mohamed Ibrahim Mabrouk


Doaa A. Osman, Abdullah M. Al-Shenqiti, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Mohamed Ibrahim Mabrouk – Effect of exercise versus diet on visceral adiposity indicators in obese postmenopausal diabetic women: A comparative study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(2); 42-48

Abstract
Objective. To evaluate the effect of aerobic exercise versus dietary modification on visceral adiposity indicators in obese postmenopausal diabetic women. Design. A prospective, randomized, controlled comparative study.
Methods. Thirty-six obese postmenopausal women, suffering from type 2 diabetes (T2D), participated in this study. They were randomized into two equal groups. The exercise group received aerobic exercise program for 8 weeks (n = 18), whereas the diet group received dietary modification for 8 weeks (n = 18). The anthropometric parameters, fasting blood glucose (FBG), triglyceride (TG), high density lipoprotein (HDL) and visceral adiposity indicators were evaluated for all women in the two groups before and following 8 weeks of treatment.
Results. All outcome measures showed statistically significant improvements within both groups (p < 0.05), with statistically non-significant differences between both groups after treatment (p > 0.05).
Conclusion. Aerobic exercise and dietary modification have similar positive effects on visceral adiposity indicators in obese postmenopausal diabetic women.
Key words:
aerobic exercise, dietary modification, visceral adiposity indicators, postmenopausal women, diabetes, obesity
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Relationship between Hamstring Length and Gluteus Maximus Strength with and without Normalization in Patients with Mechanical Low Back Pain

Nasr Awad Abdelkader, Walaa Mohsen Mohamed, Nagy Ahmed Zaky, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Nadia Abdelazim Fayaz

Nasr Awad Abdelkader, Walaa Mohsen Mohamed, Nagy Ahmed Zaky, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Nadia Abdelazim Fayaz – Relationship between Hamstring Length and Gluteus Maximus Strength with and without Normalization in Patients with Mechanical Low Back Pain. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(2); 16-20

Abstract
Background. Muscle strength is an important tool for the assessment of muscle function and is strongly influenced by body size. Therefore, utilization of strength body-size-independent measurements for muscle strength testing is important in comparing the strength measured in large populations. Mechanical low back pain is the commonest musculoskeletal disorder in clinical practice and is associated with gluteus maximus weakness and hamstring tightness. Objective. This study aimed to determine the correlation between hamstring length and gluteus maximus strength with and without normalization in patients with mechanical low back pain. Methods. Seventy-three patients diagnosed with mechanical low back pain participated in this study. First, gluteus maximus strength was measured isometrically as a force (kg) and then converted to torque (Nm). Gluteus maximus strength was normalized for body weight and height using the following formula:% (body weight × height) = torque (N × m) ×100 / body weight (N) × height (m), then the hamstring length was measured using the active knee extension test. Results. The study population consisted of 38 females and 35 males with mean age, body mass and height values of 31.42 ± 6.78 years, 75.63 ± 12.77 kg, and 170.43 ± 9.24 cm respectively. The Spearman product-moment correlation between hamstring length and gluteus maximus strength revealed that there was a positive strong correlation (p < 0.05) between hamstring length and gluteus maximus strength with and without normalization. Conclusion. Contrary to our expectations, there was a highly significant positive correlation between gluteus maximus strength (with normalization) and hamstring length, and a positive correlation between gluteus maximus strength (without normalization) and hamstring length.
Key words:
Hamstring length, Gluteus maximus strength, Normalization, Mechanical low back pain
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Muscle energy technique versus core stability exercises on asymptomatic lumbar hyperlordosis in adults: A Randomized controlled trial

Hanaa Kenawy Atta, Abeer Mohamed ElDeeb, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Yasser Mohamed Aneis

Hanaa Kenawy Atta, Abeer Mohamed ElDeeb, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Yasser Mohamed Aneis – Muscle energy technique versus core stability exercises on asymptomatic lumbar hyperlordosis in adults: A Randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(4); 50-56

Abstract
Purpose. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the impact of muscle energy technique and core stability exercises on lumbar lordosis angle, pelvic inclination angle, and lumbar range of motion (ROM) in adults with asymptomatic hyperlordosis. Materials and methods. Sixty subjects with documented lumbar hyper-lordosis, aged 18-30, had a lumbar lordosis angle > 58.5 ° with a body mass index of ˂ 29.9 kg/m2, were assigned randomly into three groups. Group (A) underwent muscle energy technique in addition to postural correction exercises, group (B) received core stability exercises along with postural correction exercises, while group (C) got a postural correction exercise only. The intervention was administered for 12 weeks, three days a week. Plain X-ray and double inclinometers were used respectively for the assessment of lumbar lordosis and pelvic inclination angles and lumbar flexion and extension ROM. Results. All groups reported a substantial decrement in both lumbar lordotic and pelvic inclination angles as well as a marked increment in lumbar flexion and extension ROM following intervention relative to baseline. Differences between groups were noteworthy with respect to lumbar lordotic angle, pelvic angle of inclination and lumbar flexion ROM with significant enhancements in favor of group A and B compared to group C, however, there was no difference between groups regarding lumbar extension ROM. Conclusions. Both muscle energy technique and core stability exercises are equally effective in correcting hyperlordosis and pelvic tilting, as well as in increasing lumbar flexion and extension ROM through improving lumbopelvic stability and pelvic symmetry in adults with asymptomatic hyperlordosis.

Key words:
Muscle energy technique, core stability exercises, hyperlordosis

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Impact of pulsed electromagnetic on chronic pelvic inflammatory disease: A randomized controlled trial

Eman Abdelfatah Mohamed Elhosary, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Mahmoud Ewidea, Zizi M. Ibrahim

Eman Abdelfatah Mohamed Elhosary, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Mahmoud Ewidea, Zizi M. Ibrahim – Impact of pulsed electromagnetic field on pain level in Females with chronic pelvic inflammatory disease: A randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(3); 116-120

Abstract
Purpose. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection-induced inflammation of the female upper reproductive tract some cases not respond to medical treatment, the aim of the study to detect the effect of pulsed electromagnetic (PEMF)in treatment of chronic pelvic inflammatory disease. Materials and Methods. this study was designed as single blind randomized controlled trial. Forty females complain from PID, their age ranged from (20-40) years and their body mass index (BMI) not exceeds 30 kg/m², they and were randomly assigned into 2 equal groups: Study group (A) received oral antibiotic (doxycycline100 mg) twice daily for 7 days in addition to PEMF for1 hour, 3 times per week for 12 sessions with 50 Hz in frequency and 60 G in intensity. Control group (B) received routine medical treatment by oral antibiotic (doxycycline100 mg) twice daily for 7 days. Both groups were assessed by present pain intensity scale, estimation of C-reactive protein and ESR level in blood before the treatment and after 12 sessions of PEMF. Results. There were significant differences in pain scores presented by Mean Difference (MD) and 95% Confidence Interval(CI) (MD 2; 95%CI 1.8 to 2.21), ESR (MD 16.75; 95%CI 13.973 to 19.52) and CRP (MD 35.8; 95%CI 31.97 to 39.63) between the both groups. The significant improvement from pretreatment to post treatment, was seen in all dependent variables at study group (p < 0.05) and in pain severity and CRP in control group. Conclusion. Pulsed electromagnetic yields improvement in pain and decrease in inflammation measured by decrease inflammatory markers in the treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease.
Key words:
Pelvic inflammatory disease, Pulsed electromagnetic field, ESR, C-reactive protein
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Effect of Lumbar Stabilization Exercises versus Kinesio Taping on Non-Specific Low Back Pain in Post-Menopausal Women. A randomized Controlled Trial

Hanaa Kenawy Atta, Abeer Mohamed ElDeeb, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Magda Ramadan Zahran

Hanaa Kenawy Atta, Abeer Mohamed ElDeeb, Hamada Ahmed Hamada, Magda Ramadan Zahran – Effect of Lumbar Stabilization Exercises versus Kinesio Taping on Non-Specific Low Back Pain in Post-Menopausal Women. A randomized Controlled Trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(3); 46-52

Abstract
Purpose. This study aimed to investigate and compare the effect of lumbar stabilization exercises versus Kinesio taping on pain intensity level, functional disabilities, and lumbar range of motion (ROM) on non-specific LBP in post-menopausal women. Materials and Methods. 60 post-menopausal women diagnosed with chronic non-specific LBP participated in this study. Their ages ranged from 50 to 60 years. They were randomly assigned into three groups equal in numbers.  Group A received traditional physical therapy only. Group B received lumbar stabilization exercises and traditional physical therapy. Group C received Kinesio taping technique and traditional physical therapy. All patients received the treatment 3 times per week for 6 weeks. The pain was measured by visual analogue scale (VAS), functional disability was measured by the Oswestry disability index (ODI), and lumbar ROM was measured by a double inclinometer. Results. The group A, B, and C revealed significant decreases in VAS score, ODI score, and significant increases in lumbar flexion and extension ROM post=treatment. Group B and C showed significant decreases in VAS score, and ODI score, and significant increases in lumbar flexion and extension ROM when compared to group A. However, there were no significant differences between group B and group C in all variables post=treatment. Conclusions. Both lumbar stabilization exercises and Kinesio taping have beneficial and similar effects in reducing pain, improving functional ability, and increasing ROM in postmenopausal women with non-specific LBP.
Key words:
Lumbar stabilization, Kinesio taping, Non-specific low back pain, Post menopause
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Effect of 632 nm He-Ne Laser on Gram-Positive Bacteria in Deep Partial Thickness Pediatric Burn: A Prospective Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

Nisreen Afify Abd El Rasheed, Maya Galal Aly, Rehab Hamid Sedik, Dalia Mohammed Mosaad, Ayman Noaman Elhenawy, Shaimaa Abd El-Hamid Abase, Hamada Ahmed Hamada

Nisreen Afify Abd El Rasheed, Maya Galal Aly, Rehab Hamid Sedik, Dalia Mohammed Mosaad, Ayman Noaman Elhenawy, Shaimaa Abd El-Hamid Abase, Hamada Ahmed Hamada – Effect of 632 nm He-Ne Laser on Gram-Positive Bacteria in Deep Partial Thickness Pediatric Burn: A Prospective Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(1); 124-128

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG078683

Abstract

Background. Burns are one of the most common injuries in pediatric population, gram-positive bacteria is the main pathogens responsible for wound infection that is the leading cause of morbidity and sometimes mortality in growing children with burn. Low level laser is a new treatment option that is increasingly used in the field of wound healing. Aim. To investigate the effect of He-Ne laser on gram-positive bacteria and healing time of deep second-degree pediatric burn. Methods. Thirty children of both genders aged from 2 to 9 years old with 2nd degree upper limb burn infected with gram-positive bacteria participated in this study. They were randomly assigned into two equal groups; either the control group (group A) received systematic antibiotic and 10 minutes’ placebo laser light, or the laser group (group B) received 632 nm laser light, 6 J/cm2 scanning technique for 10 minutes. All patients received regular wound care (dressing). The study protocol was once a day, 3 times / week for one month. Pre and post-treatment evaluation of wound culture and the healing time was recorded for both groups. Results. Wound culture of all children in both groups were negative after two weeks of the study and wound healing time was significantly shorter in the laser group (14.6±5.7 days) than the control group (27±7.3 days). Conclusion. He-Ne laser is an effective option of treatment for 2nd-degree pediatric burn as it has a bactericidal effect on gram-positive bacteria and accelerates wound healing process significantly.

Key words:
pediatric burn, low-level laser therapy, positive-gram bacteria

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Impact of Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Therapy Versus Shock Wave Therapy on Hand Function and Grip Strength in Children with Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

Amr A. Abo Gazya, Abdel Aziz A. Serief, Ayman Gouda Matar, Wael Shendy, Hamada Ahmed Hamada

Amr A. Abo Gazya, Abdel Aziz A. Serief, Ayman Gouda Matar, Wael Shendy, Hamada Ahmed Hamada – Impact of Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Therapy Versus Shock Wave Therapy on Hand Function and Grip Strength in Children with Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(1); 92-98

Abstract
Background and purpose. Children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy have impairments in fine motor skills above and beyond their unilateral impairments. The current study was conducted to compare the effect of hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy (HABIT) versus shock wave therapy on the affected upper extremity in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Materials and methods. Thirty hemiplegic children ranged in age from 4 to 8 years with hand spasticity ranged between 1 and 1+ grades according to the Modified Ashworth Scale participated in this study. They were assigned randomly into two equal study groups. Group A received a designed physical therapy program and shock wave therapy one session 2000 shock, while the group B received the same physical therapy program in addition to bimanual arm therapy. Both groups received treatment sessions three times per week for three successive moths. Each child in the two groups was evaluated before and after the suggested treatment duration for detecting the level of hand performance using the Peabody Developmental Test of Motor Proficiency while, hand grip strength by a hand held dynamometer and active abduction and external rotation range of motion were measured by a standard universal goniometer. Results. The results revealed non-significant differences when comparing the pre-treatment mean values of all measuring variables for the two groups (p > 0.05), while significant improvement was observed in the two groups when comparing their pre and post treatment mean values. Also, significant differences were observed when comparing the post treatment results of the two groups in favor of the group B (p < 0.05). Conclusion. The results suggested that, hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy appears to have a positive impact on hand function in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.

Key words:
Cerebral palsy, Hemiplegic, Hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy, shock wave therapy

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