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Effect of whole body vibration versus high intensity interval training on interleukin-6 in obese post-menopausal women

Fayka E Ali, Fahima M Okeel, Amir A Gabr, Amel M Yousef, Abdullah M. Al-Shenqiti, Mohamed Ahmed Elbedewy


Fayka E Ali, Fahima M Okeel, Amir A Gabr, Amel M Yousef, Abdullah M. Al-Shenqiti, Mohamed Ahmed Elbedewy – Effect of whole body vibration versus high intensity interval training on interleukin-6 in obese post-menopausal women. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(2); 144-149

Abstract
Background. Menopause and aging affect the health of obese women, provoking accumulation of visceral adipose tissue (VAT) and inflammation. Obesity leads to major health problems, which increase the risk of debilitating diseases that lead to death. Thus, loss of weight and VAT are primary goals of treatment through modifications of dietary habits and exercise. Purpose of the study. This study was conducted to determine which is more effective on interleukin- 6 (IL-6) levels for obese post-menopausal women, whole body vibration training (WBVT) or high intensity interval training (HIIT). Subjects and methods. 45 post-menopausal obese women diagnosed with higher level of IL-6, their body mass index (BMI) > 30 kg/m2 and waist/hip ratio (W/H ratio) > 0.8 participated at this study. Women were divided randomly into 3 equal groups in numbers; Group (A) followed low caloric diet (1200 Cal), Group (B) received WBVT and Group (C) received HIIT. Both groups (B & C) followed the same low caloric diet as group (A). Evaluation was done before and after 3 months of treatment, through measuring weight, BMI, waist as well as hip circumferences, W/H ratio and IL-6 levels. Results. The three groups revealed statistically significant improvements (P < 0.05) in all parameters after treatment compared to baseline. Also, there were statistically differences between the 3 groups after treatment, with the group (B) more favorable than groups (A & C). Conclusion. WBVT is more effective than HIIT on reducing inflammation via reducing IL-6 level in obese post-menopausal women.
Key words:
obesity, menopause, whole body vibration exercise, high intensity interval training, interleukin-6
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Effect of pulsed electromagnetic field versus interferential current on abdominal fat thickness in postnatal women

Menna Allah Y. Nasr Eldien, Khadiga S. Abd El Aziz, Mohamed A. Awad, Amir A. Gabr

Menna Allah Y. Nasr Eldien, Khadiga S. Abd El Aziz, Mohamed A. Awad, Amir A. Gabr – Effect of pulsed electromagnetic field versus interferential current on abdominal fat thickness in postnatal women. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(5); 144-151

Abstract
Objective. To compare the efficacy of the pulsed electromagnetic field and the interferential current effects on abdominal fat thickness in postnatal women.
Method. This study enlisted the participation of sixty obese postnatal multipara women, ages ranged between 30 and 40 years, body mass index ranged between 30 to 39.9 kg/m2, and they were chosen at least two years after the previous delivery. They were selected and equally divided at random into two groups (A&B). Group A (n = 30) was treated with pulsed electromagnetic field on the abdomen. Each session lasted about 20 minutes and was held three days per week for four weeks. Group B (n = 30) was treated with interferential current on the abdomen. Each session lasted about 20 minutes and was held three days per week for four weeks.
Body mass index was evaluated by weight and height scale, waist circumference was evaluated by tape measurement, abdominal subcutaneous fat thickness was evaluated by skin fold caliper, and blood lipid profile was measured in both groups before and after treatment.
Results: Within groups, there were significant reduction in BMI, WC, abdominal subcutaneous thickness, and blood lipids profile (TC, TG, LDL, and VLDL), and significant increase in HDL in both groups (A&B) post-treatment in compare to pre-treatment. Between groups, there were no significant differences in all measurement values between both groups (A&B) pre and post-treatment.
Conclusion: PEMF and IFC are safe and have the same effect in reducing BMI, WC, abdominal subcutaneous fat thickness, and blood lipids in postnatal women.
Key words:
pulsed electromagnetic field, interferential current, abdominal fat thickness, postnatal women, waist circumference
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Effect of acupressure on prostaglandin F2α in primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized controlled trial

Mohamed A. Awad, Esraa A. Khowailed, Amir A. Gabr, Magda Ramadan Zahran, Doaa A. Osman

Mohamed A. Awad, Esraa A. Khowailed, Amir A. Gabr, Magda Ramadan Zahran, Doaa A. Osman – Effect of acupressure on prostaglandin F2α in primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(4); 168-173

Abstract

Objectives. It is well documented that acupressure has a beneficial effect on reducing pain severity of primary dysmenorrhea; however, none of the previous studies had investigated the effect of acupressure on prostaglandin levels in females with primary dysmenorrhea. This study aimed to investigate the effect of acupressure on prostaglandin F2α (PGF2α) in primary dysmenorrhea.
Methods. A total of 50 adult females with primary dysmenorrhea participated in this study. Their ages ranged from 19 to 27 years and their body mass index (BMI) ranged from 20 to 25 kg/m2. They were randomized into 2 equal groups. Group (A) received nutritional modification for 3 consecutive menstrual cycles, while group (B) received the same nutritional modification in addition to acupressure at the liver point (LIV3) for 3 consecutive menstrual cycles. The primary outcome was plasma levels of PGF2α while the secondary outcome was short form of McGill pain questionnaire. The outcome measures were evaluated pre- and post- treatment.
Results. Comparing both groups post-treatment revealed that there were significant reductions in PGF2α levels and short form of McGill pain questionnaire scores (p < 0.0001) in favour of group (B).
Conclusions. Acupressure is effective in treating females with primary dysmenorrhea through reducing levels of PGF2α and scores of short form of McGill pain questionnaire.

Key words:

acupressure, prostaglandin F2α, short form of McGill pain questionnaire, primary dysmenorrhea

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