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Filter by:The goal of this clinical trial is to to investigate the acute and chronic effects of a four-week hatha yoga (HY) exercise program with different durations (60 min and 30 min) on pulmonary function in sedentary young individuals.. The main questions it aims to answer are: • Does a four-week hatha yoga (HY) more effective than 30 min of a four-week hatha yoga (HY) and the control group in improving the pulmonary function? Researchers will compare a four-week OF 60 min duration hatha yoga (HY) , 30 min duration of HY and control to see the differences in the pulmonary function among high school sedentary students Participants will: Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: 1. 60-minute Hatha Yoga group (60mHY, n=21) 2. 30-minute Hatha Yoga group (30mHY, n=21) 3. Control group (CG, n=21)
Few data are so far available regarding the adult normal values of circulating NKT-like cell concentration, and none for the pediatric population. The primary objective of this study is to determine the reference values for NKT-like cells in pediatric and adult patients (derivation cohort). The secondary objective is to validate the results obtained from the adult derivation cohort with those obtained from an adult validation cohort, consisting of a group of healthy adult volunteers.
This study explores the effects of varying volumes of resistance training on body composition, strength, peak power, and muscle thickness in untrained women over eight weeks. A randomized controlled trial involving 45 female college students assessed the outcomes across three groups: low-volume training (LVT) with three weekly sessions, moderate-volume training (MVT) with four weekly sessions, and high-volume training (HVT) with five weekly sessions. Participants were untrained, aged 18-65, and free from cardiovascular diseases or performance-enhancing drugs. The hypothesis suggested that moderate volume training would yield optimal muscle development, considering the potential non-linear dose-response relationship where excessive training might be detrimental. Measurements included body composition, muscle thickness, and peak power through a force platform during vertical jumps. Data analysis focused on changes in muscle thickness, strength, and body composition, with statistical significance set at p < 0.05. The study aimed to provide insights into how different training volumes affect physiological adaptations in untrained women, potentially guiding fitness regimen optimizations for similar populations.
Sperm cryopreservation is an essential tool for men fertility preservation in the context of gonadotoxic treatments or/and pathologies such as cancers, gamete donation and ART. Nevertheless, it is validated that the freezing and thawing procedures affect sperm parameters and in particular motility. It is therefore essential to determine the impact of storage time on motility and particularly the number of progressive motile spermatozoa which will determine the choice of ART technique. However, few studies have analyzed the impact of storage time in liquid nitrogen and no study over a long period on human spermatozoa and their use in ART. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of long-time storage, from 2 to 12 years, in liquid nitrogen on standard semen parameters, notably motility.
This study evaluates the FIFA 11+ Kids Training Protocol, specifically its application to young female volleyball players. It compares it against standard warm-up routines in terms of enhancing motor skills and physical performance. The research anticipates that the FIFA 11+ principles will yield positive outcomes when integrated with existing knowledge of volleyball performance metrics. The study involved 34 young female volleyball players divided into an exercise group (15 players) and a control group (19 players). Initial assessments included anthropometric measurements and motor competence tests such as balancing backward, jumping sideways, moving sideways, and eye-hand coordination (KTK3+ tests). Subsequent sessions focused on physical and functional tests, including balance performance, agility (pro-agility test), vertical jump (countermovement jump test), and the functional movement screen (FMS) test. A two-way analysis of variance was used to compare the effects of the exercise versus the control group over time, revealing that the exercise group showed significant improvements in dynamic balance, KTK balancing backward, and KTK moving sideways. This study aims to provide innovative insights into the effectiveness of the FIFA 11+ Kids Training Protocol, highlighting its potential benefits in improving physical and motor competencies in young female volleyball players.
Researchers could not find a study in the literature examining the effectiveness of different technological methods in exercise practices in older adults. Based on this, the aim of this study is to compare the effect of exercise intervention using telerehabilitation and video-based rehabilitation method on physical performance, muscle mass, fat percentage and body mass index.
The objective of this project was to compare the immediate antimicrobial effect and in situ substantivity of a new 0.20% chlorhexidine (CHX) gel and cymenol with the current CHX gel formulation on dental plaque biofilm and salivary flora up to 7 hours after a single application.
The purpose of the present study is to explore the effects of a dietary nitrate supplement (i.e., beetroot juice) on nitric oxide levels, immunity, mood, and cardiovascular activity during and following final exam stress in healthy individuals.
This study aimed to explore the feasibility and effectiveness of immersive Virtual Reality (VR) as an alternative to traditional High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) by comparing physiological and psychological outcomes in physically active university students. The pilot randomised controlled trial utilised a parallel design involving two groups: one group performed HIIT using the Facebook Oculus Quest 2 VR headset with the "FitXR" fitness game, while the other undertook traditional HIIT training that mirrored the movements and actions of the VR game. The study's findings suggest that fully immersive VR provides a unique and potentially more enjoyable alternative to traditional HIIT, particularly because it may enhance motivation while still achieving health benefits. This pilot research study highlights VR's potential to reach high-flow states in exercise, where individuals become deeply absorbed and derive satisfaction from the activity. It also lays the groundwork for future studies involving larger sample sizes and clinical populations to further investigate the psychological and physiological impacts of VR-based exercise. In summary, this pilot randomised controlled trial found that immersive VR could be a feasible and effective alternative to traditional HIIT training, offering similar physiological benefits while enhancing exercise motivation and enjoyment. Further research is necessary to validate these preliminary results and extend them to diverse populations.
This is a single-center, open Phase I clinical study, consisting of two parts: a Phase Ia study in healthy adult subjects and a Phase Ib study in patients with malignant solid tumors.