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{"title":"Effects of plyometric training and conventional training on agility performance in tennis players","authors":"V. P. Lakshmikanth, Jibi Paul, Bernard Ebenezer, Ramanathan","doi":"10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i03.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i03.003","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Recreational collegiate and professional level tennis players are at risk of musculo skeletal injuries. Plyometric training enhances balance and body control during movement, which promotes improvement in agility. Aim of this study is to find out the effectiveness of plyometric training on improving agility in tennis player. Methodology: This study conducted at Madha medical college and hospital, Chennai.Total 30 subjects were selected from population of tennis players by convenience sampling procedure. The samples were divided into two groups with plyometric training cum conventional training and conventional training program alone. The subjects include both genders with age group of 18 to 22 years based on the selection criteria. The training program consists 6 weeks of plyometric training and conventional training. Illinois agility test score and Tennis specific agility test score were used to evaluate the outcome measures. Result: Dependent t test was used to analyze the difference in effect within the group. Pre and post test scores for plyometric training with conventional training and conventional training alone found significance difference in improvement in agility with p< 0.0001.The mean difference value of plyometric training with conventional training program is 2.5, which is more than the mean difference value of conventional training program 1.58. Conclusion: The study concluded that plyometric training and conventional training are effective to improve agility, yet plyometric training is more effective to improve agility among tennis players.","PeriodicalId":256438,"journal":{"name":"International Journal Medical and Exercise Science","volume":"39 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-09-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129671852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation and Mckenzie method on pain in non- specific low back pain among University population","authors":"Lucky Anggiat, Wan Hazmy Che Hon, S. Sokran","doi":"10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i03.001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i03.001","url":null,"abstract":"Background of the study: One of the factors leading to non-specific low back pain among University students and staff is prolonged sitting. Exercise therapy is one of the mainstays in the management of non-specific low back pain. One of the most common exercise therapy for non-specific low back pain is the McKenzie method, whereas the Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) exercise is seldom been used to treat non-specific low back pain cases. Objective: The purpose of the study was to find the effectiveness PNF and McKenzie method on non-specific low back pain among University population. Methods: A randomized clinical trial involving 36 subjects (students and staffs) from the University population. The subjects were randomly chosen and assigned to three treatment groups: PNF group, McKenzie group and control group (hot pack and educational home exercise sheet) which underwent 12 treatment sessions distributed over three times in a week for four weeks duration. Subjects were measured on pain score using visual analogue scale. Measurement was performed at three points: pre-test, mid-test and post-test. Repeated measures ANOVA were used to analyse the difference within each group and ANOVA used between the groups in order to find and compare the effectiveness of three treatments. Result: This study showed that there was significant mean difference between PNF and McKenzie method on pain score (p <0.05) after 4 weeks. Conclusion: The study findings showed that PNF exercise has more effect than McKenzie method on reduction of pain among non-specific low back pain among University population.","PeriodicalId":256438,"journal":{"name":"International Journal Medical and Exercise Science","volume":"51 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-09-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127118468","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Efficacy of watermelon procedure on an \"alpha\" setting in avazzia pro-sporttm device to have a calming effect on the autistic children - A pilot study","authors":"Purnima Singh","doi":"10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i03.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i03.002","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: Given the severe and chronic problems associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and the limitations of available treatments for hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention, there exists a large public health need for additional interventions. In Avazzia BEST (Bio-Electric Stimulation Technology) device, one of the modes has “alpha waves” frequency (7-12 Hz). The beginning of relaxation occurs during this wave length. Materials and methods: In the study, 4 special school children age 5-12 years with autism were selected. They were given watermelon procedure on an \"Alpha\" setting (in ProSport) once daily for a period of 6 weeks. Hyperactivity/impulsivity subscale of the Conner’s' Parent/Teachers Ratings Scale and ATEC were used prior to beginning of treatment and at the end of sixweek period. Results: After 6 weeks of treatment, the children showed no statistically significant improvements in target symptoms, but mild improvement was noted in their ATEC scores. Parents and teachers both reported mild improvements in restlessness and impulsivity, emotional liability, and hyperactivity. Conclusion: The children with autism have many problems, so parents and teachers feel that any small improvement is worth it. With a small improvement, they are more manageable in the classroom, and able to benefit from other psychosocial and educational interventions.","PeriodicalId":256438,"journal":{"name":"International Journal Medical and Exercise Science","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-09-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129537064","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of core stability training on speed of running in male cricket players","authors":"S. Ramachandran, Jibi Paul, Bernard Ebenezer Cyrus, P LakshmikanthV, Prabhu Jeevan Kumar","doi":"10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i02.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i02.002","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":256438,"journal":{"name":"International Journal Medical and Exercise Science","volume":"21 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-06-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129758781","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Efficacy of resisted quadriceps exercise on ageing skeletal muscles (Sarcopenia)","authors":"Bernard Ebenezer, Jibi Paul, V. Lakshmikanth","doi":"10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i02.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i02.003","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Sarcopenia is a structural and functional decline in the cells and tissues of all organs resulting in age related decreased skeletal muscle mass and strength in elderly adults. The purpose of this study is to prove that resistance exercise is an extremely effective countermeasure to reduce the severity of the skeletal muscle wasting in elderly sarcopenic individuals especially in the quadriceps muscle. Objective of the study was to identify the efficacy of resisted quadriceps exercise on aging skeletal muscles in sarcopenia patients.Methodology: This is an experimental study conducted in Friend in Need old age home and Cure ‘n’ Care physiotherapy center. Both men and women with age group between 60-75 years participated in this study. Resisted Quadriceps strengthening exercises, aerobic exercises were given as intervention for this study. Results: The result shows that resisted quadriceps exercise was effective in treating patients with Sarcopenia. Conclusion: The conclusion of the study is that quadriceps resistance training can counteract the decline in quadriceps muscle function and loss of muscle mass normally associated in sarcopenia individuals.","PeriodicalId":256438,"journal":{"name":"International Journal Medical and Exercise Science","volume":"43 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-06-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128746696","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of target matching foot stepping exercise in osteo arthritis knee","authors":"G. Mohankumar, Jibi Paul, Rajalaxmi, G. Yuvarani","doi":"10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i02.001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36678/ijmaes.2018.v04i02.001","url":null,"abstract":"Backgroud and objective of the study: Osteoarthritis is considered to be a common condition that is widely prevalent among the older age groups that could lead to chronic disability. Objective of the study was to investigate efficacy of a foot stepping target matching exercise for subjects having osteoarthritis knee. Methodology: This was a study with pre-post experimental study design. Twenty subjects of both genders having unilateral and bilateral knee OA patients with age group between 40 to 65 years were selected for this study. Simple random sampling method was used to conduct the study at out patient physiotherapy department, A.C.S medical college and hospital, Chennai. Visual analogue scale was used as measurement tool to measure the outcome of osteo arthritis knee pain. Result: The study observed that there was a statistical difference in foot stepping target matching exercise on reducing pain, improving propriception, reducing stiffness, and improving physical function between pre test and post test values of treatment groups with P<0.001. Conclusion: The foot stepping target matching exercise was effective in treating subjects with knee osteoarthritis. Hence the study concluded that foot stepping target matching exercise is beneficial and can be recommended in subjects with osteoarthritis knee to improve their physical function. Key word: Osteoarthritis knee, foot stepping target matching exercise, Visual Analogue Scale Received on 18 th May 2018, Revised on 25 th May 2018, Accepted on 29 th May 2018 IJMAES, Vol 4 (2), 459-463 June 2018 ISSN: 2455-0159 International Journal of Medical and Exercise Science |2018; 4 (2) Page 460 INTRODUCTION Osteoarthritis is considered to be a common condition that is widely prevalent among the older age groups that could lead to chronic disability 1,2 . It is a degenerative condition that leads to cartilage destruction and joint repair 3 . The weakness of quadriceps is one of the most common symptom in OA subjects 9,10 . Osteoarthritis principally affects the large weight bearing joints such as hip, knee and spinal apophyseal joints , usually occurs in elderly predominantly characterized by pain and limitations in the ability to perform activities of daily living such as stair climbing, walking and household chores 12,14, 15 . These limitations are partly due to muscle weakness. It has been suggested that functional ability is affected by proprioception 8,10,11 . it is considered to be the major cause of impairment and disability worldwide. When the joint develop osteoarthritis,the cartilage gradually roughens and becomes thin 7,16 . The surrounding bone reacts by growing thicker thereby causing the destruction of the cartilage. Numerous studies have been demonstrated in the recent year that the effectiveness of the physical activities on improving the limitation of the OA knee subjects 4,5,6 . There by this study is an attempt to evaluate the efficacy of targe matching foot stepping exercise on proprio","PeriodicalId":256438,"journal":{"name":"International Journal Medical and Exercise Science","volume":"44 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-06-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129884999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}