University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
A Comparison of Body Image between Individuals with Idiopathic Scoliosis and Healthy Individuals
163
174
EN
seied mohammad
hosseini
M.Sc. of Corrective Exercises and Sport Injury, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
mohammad.hosseini1987@gmail.com
mohammad hossein
alizadeh
Associate Professor, Department of Corrective Exercises and Sport Injury, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
mohammad.hosseini1987@yahoo.com
ahmad
farokhi
Associate Professor, Department of Motor Behavior, University of Tehran Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
a@yahoo.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56538
Body image like other aspects of mental section is a part of our personality which has evolution procedure and is disturbed and weakened in situations such as obvious disfigurement. The aim of this study was to compare body image between individuals with idiopathic scoliosis and healthy ones. This study was descriptive – comparative. 54 subjects (mean age 18.1) with idiopathic scoliosis completed Mendelson Body Image Questionnaire. Then, a control group was compared with scoliosis group. The reliability of the questionnaire was 0.82 using Cronbach's alpha coefficient. Scoliosis was diagnosed and measured by radiography. The collected data were analyzed by independent t test. The results showed a significant difference in body image between idiopathic scoliosis and healthy groups (<em>P</em>=0.01). Also, there was a significant difference in subscales of appearance satisfaction and attribution satisfaction between these two groups (<em>P</em>=0.03, <em>P</em>=0.00). There was no significant difference in weight subscale between these two groups (<em>P</em>= 0.17). Trunk deformity and secondary changes in shoulders and scapulas in those with idiopathic scoliosis may weaken their body image and may lead to some psychological impacts.
appearance satisfaction,Body Image,idiopathic scoliosis,posture,Psychological
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56538.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56538_d1535e3519e63d41de2e0198e034eca1.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
A Comparison between Two Methods of Exercise in Water and Land to Improve Pain, Function, Static and Dynamic Balance in Patients with Chronic Ankle Sprain
175
191
EN
Ali
Yalfani
0000-0003-3696-7208
Associate Professor, Sport Injury and Corrective Exercises Department, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Bu Ali Sina University, Hamedan, Iran
ali_yalfani@yahoo.com
Mona
Sharifi
M.Sc. Student, Sport Injury and Corrective Exercises Department, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Bu Ali Sina University, Hamedan, Iran
sharifi_mona@ymail.com
Zahra
Raeisi
0000-0002-6941-7483
Ph.D. Student, Sport Injury and Corrective Exercises Department, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Bu Ali Sina University, Hamedan, Iran
z_raisi13@yahoo.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56539
Ankle sprain is one of the most common injuries of the ankle joint. Recurrent and chronic ankle sprain can cause balance impairment. Recurrent injury is a consequence of inadequate rehabilitation and instability of ankle joint will follow. In this quasi-experimental study, 30 women with chronic ankle sprain participated and were randomly assigned to three groups: exercise therapy in water, land and control. Pain, motor function, static and dynamic balance were measured before and after the exercise program. Data analysis was performed using SPSS-21 software (<em>P</em>=0.05). Findings demonstrated a significant difference in pain, motor function, static and dynamic balance in each training group after 8 weeks of exercise therapy (<em>P</em>˂0.05). There were no significant differences between the two training groups in pain, motor function, static and dynamic balance (<em>P</em>>0.05). Although there were no statistically significant differences between the two exercise groups, the difference between the two groups in the mean percentage of changes can indicate that the clinical effects of aquatic therapy are higher than exercise in land. <br /><strong> </strong> <br /><strong> </strong> <br /><strong> </strong>
balance,chronic sprain,exercise therapy,Function,Pain
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56539.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56539_353c66e3710b0a87f32624badaa2cf5a.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
The Relationship of Strength of Hip Abductors and Ankle Plantar Flexors with Berg Balance Test in Elderly Women
193
203
EN
amin
Farzaneh hessari
PhD Student of Exercise Physiology, Department of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education, Hakim Sabzevari University, Sabzevar, Iran
aminak101@yahoo.com
Solmaz
Mahdavi
M.Sc. of Corrective Exercises and Sport Injuries, Department of Physical Education, Farhangian University, Imam Khomeini Campus, Gorgan, Iran
solmaz.mahdavi@gmail.com
Masoud
Golpaygani
Assistant Professor of Sport Medicine, Department of Physical Education, Humanities Faculty, Arak University, Arak, Iran
masod_golpa@yahoo.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56540
The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between the Berg balance test scores and strength of hip abductors and ankle plantar flexors in elderly women. 32 elderly females (mean age: 66.20±5.98 yr, weight: 62.60±5.78 kg, height: 159.94±7.8 cm) voluntary participated in this study. Berg Balance Test (BBT) functions were divided into four categories: 1. Position maintenance, 2. movement within base of support, 3. Movements out of base of support, 4. Movements in and out of base of support. Maximum Voluntary Contraction (MVC) of hip abductor and ankle plantar flexor muscles were measured by Manual Muscle Test (MMT). Pearson correlation coefficient was used to determine the relationship between Berg functions and muscle strength at significance level of 0.05. Results showed a significant relationship between hip abductors and ankle plantar flexors strength and BBT scores in elderly women (<em>P</em>≤0.05). Also, the correlation values between hip abductors and BBT functions (<em>r</em>=0.54-0.62) were higher than plantar flexor strength and BBT functions (<em>r</em>=0.35-0.53). In conclusion, it can be concluded that there were significant relationships between hip abductors and ankle plantar flexors strength and BBT functions and decreased ankle plantar flexors and hip abductors strength was associated with decreased BBT functions
ankle plantar flexor,Berg test,Elderly,hip abductor,strength
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56540.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56540_13ccadb8dc5bfcc20f448d00d4817168.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
A Comparison of Musculoskeletal Disorders of Neck and Shoulder Girdle in Male Computer Users with and without Physical Activity
205
220
EN
farhad
nikravan golsefidi
M.Sc. of Sport Injury and Corrective Exercises, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
fnikravan@ut.ac.ir
Ahmad
Ebrahimi Atri
Associate Professor, Department of Sport Injury and Corrective Exercises, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
atri@yahoo.com
Ali Akbar
Hashemi Javaheri
Associate Professor, Department of Sport Injury and Corrective Exercises, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
hashemi_j@yahoo.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56541
The present study aimed at investigating musculoskeletal condition of neck and shoulder girdle in active and inactive male employees who worked with computers. 120 male employees were selected by cluster sampling method and divided into two groups (first group with physical activity and second group without physical activity). Their musculoskeletal condition of their neck and shoulder girdle were assessed by Nordic standard questionnaire. This study was descriptive, correlational-comparative with an application nature. The collected data were analyzed by SPSS21 and descriptive statistics and Chi Square test (<em>α</em>≤0.05). Results showed a significant difference in musculoskeletal condition of neck and shoulder girdle between the two groups (<em>P</em>=0.001) and the group with physical activity enjoyed a better condition. As physical activity and fitness may decrease musculoskeletal disorders, training and regular physical activities can affect the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders of neck and shoulder girdle and can prevent enormous costs.
Active,inactive,Musculoskeletal Disorders,neck,shoulder girdle
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56541.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56541_120ce0701eb6e6dc2958f7d416f15ec0.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
Investigating Some Neuromuscular Risk Factors of ACL Injury in Athletes with Ankle Pronation Deformity
221
235
EN
noorollah
javdaneh
MSc Student of Corrective Exercises and Sport Injury, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
njavdane@ut.ac.ir
hooman
Minoonejad
0000-0002-5983-8102
Assistant Professor, Department of Health and Sport Medicine, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
h.minoonejad@gmail.com
elham
shirzad
0000-0002-8683-473X
Assistant Professor, Department of Health and Sport Medicine, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
eshirzad@ut.ac.ir
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56542
athletes. Researches show that pronation of ankle affects the incidence of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury but no researches have been conducted on neuromuscular control related to ACL injury in athletes with increased pronation of ankle. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate some neuromuscular risk factors of ACL injury in athletes with ankle pronation deformity. 15 athletes with increased pronation of ankle and 15 normal athletes were purposively selected as the ample of the study. Electromyographic signals were recorded with surface electrode from four muscles (gluteus medius, lateral hamstring, vastus lateralis and soleus). MANOVA results showed a significant difference between the two groups in feed forward phase of gluteus medius (<em>P</em>=0.029) and biceps femoris (<em>P</em>=0.001) and in feedback phase of gluteus medius (<em>P</em>=0.005) although there were no significant differences in feed forward and feedback activities of vastus lateralis and soleus between the two groups (<em>P</em>≥0.05). So pronation of ankle can be a risk factor in ACL injury incidence through a change in neuromuscular function of gluteus medius and lateral hamstring muscles.
ACL injury,ankle pronation,feedback activity,forward activity,risk factors
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56542.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56542_7fe277f7e4a62cdc1f80962719f2cded.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
A Comparison of the Stiffness of Ankle Joint in Individuals with Normal Feet, Flat Feet and Pes Cavus in Gait Initiation
237
250
EN
Effat
hoseinzadeh
PhD Student, Department of Sport Biomechanics, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran
hoseinzade.effat@yahoo.com
mansour
Eslami
Assistant Professor, Department of Sport Biomechanics, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran
m.eslami@umz.ac.ir
Fereshteh
Habibi Tirtashi
M.Sc. in Sport Biomechanics, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran
fr.habibi@yahoo.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56543
The aim of this study was to compare the stiffness of ankle joint in individuals with normal feet, flat feet and pes cavus in gait initiation. 30 female students (10 subjects with flat feet, 10 subjects with pes cavus, 10 subjects with normal feet, mean age 23±1.7 yr, height 165±2.5 cm and weight 53±2.5 kg) participated in this study. Stiffness was calculated using the ratio of muscle torque to the angular displacement of the joint. Navicular-drop test was used to measure the arch rate of the foot. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to test the hypotheses (<em>P</em><0.05). The statistical results showed a significant difference among three groups in the stiffness of the ankle joint (<em>P</em><0.001). Results of Tukey post hoc test showed that mean stiffness of ankle joint in subjects with pes cavus was 61.97% more than those with flat feet and 43.9% more than those with normal feet and mean stiffness of ankle joint in subjects with normal feet was 41.72% more than those with flat feet. Findings showed that a change in the arch of foot change changed the stiffness as well. Since the stiffness can affect the incidence of vulnerability of soft and hard tissues, coaches are recommended to pay attention to this biomechanical factor in training programs for individuals with foot deformities.
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flat feet,foot structure,gait initiation,joint stiffness,navicular height
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56543.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56543_55f55d202ddaa9f6fdf6536ae93dd4b3.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
The Effects of Selected Pilates Exercises on Muscle Strength, Balance and HbA1c in Female Patients with Diabetes Type 2
251
265
EN
fahimeh
ebrahimi
M.Sc. of Corrective Exercises and Sport Injuries, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
fa_ebrahimi91@yahoo.com
reza
mahdavinejad
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
rmahdavinejad@yahoo.com
hamidreza
jalily
M.Sc. of Sport Management, Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Mobarake Branch of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
hr.jalily@gmail.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56563
Diabetes is associated with disorders in different body organs and its consequences are considerable. Pilates is a beneficial way to manage this disease. The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of selected Pilates exercises on muscle strength, balance and HbA1c in patients with diabetes type 2. 30 diabetic female patients (age range: 30-45) were randomly divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group performed 8 weeks of Pilates exercises. Strength was measured by dynamometer set, static and dynamic balance by OSLR and TUG tests and HbA1c by HbA1c test before and after 8 weeks. For data analysis, covariance analysis test was used. The findings showed that muscle strength, static balance and HbA1c significantly improved in experimental group after 8 weeks but no significant changes were observed in control group (<em>P</em>≤0.05). Also, the findings showed no significant changes in dynamic balance in both groups (<em>P</em>≤0.05). This study showed that the Pilates exercises can be used as a beneficial complementary treatment method for these patients.
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balance,diabetes,glycosylated hemoglobin,muscle strength,Pilates exercises
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56563.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56563_0bf018d58e59b09712efa6b722feebea.pdf
University of Tehran Press
Sport Sciences and Health Research
2981-0205
7
2
2015
09
23
The Effect of Effleurage Sports Massage on Some Immune Indices in Elite Wheelchair Basketball Players Following a Session of Intensive Exercise
267
278
EN
saman
yousefi saggezi
PhD Student of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran
samanyousefi25@yahoo.com
Akbar
Azamian Jazi
Associate Professor, Exercise Physiology Department, Faculty of Physical Education, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran
azamianakbar@yahoo.com
10.22059/jsmed.2015.56565
The present study aimed at investigating the effect of effleurage sports massage on some immune indices in elite wheelchair basketball players after one session of specific intensive exercise. 16 physically disabled subjects were homogenized based on the disability rating (IWBF) and divided into two groups of control and experimental (each group 8 subjects). Subjects performed a session of specific intensive basketball exercise with wheelchair for 40 minutes with maximum intensity (heart rate control). Then, the experimental group received massage for 20 minutes and control group rested at the same time. Blood serum samples were taken by laboratory experts at four steps. Results indicated no significant differences in the immunoglobulin A (IgA) between the experimental and control groups immediately after massage and after 24 hours (<em>P</em>>0.063) (P>0.057) respectively. The number of neutrophils significantly decreased immediately (<em>P</em><0.008), and 24 hours after the massage (<em>P</em><0.030). Overall, due to a decrease in the neutrophils, it seems that 20 minutes of effleurage sports massage can have beneficial effects on the immune system of wheelchair basketball players. Therefore, coaches and athletes are advised to use effleurage sports massage following intensive workouts. <br />
effleurage massage,IgA,intensive exercise,neutrophil,wheelchair basketball
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56565.html
https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_56565_3fb7bcf3371aca15ca019e930fabd74c.pdf