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Nutrition & Dietetics
Ryan J. Benson, Evan J. Lockyer, Chris T. Compton, Kevin E. Power
Summary: This study demonstrates the activation of interhemispheric inhibition during arm cycling for the first time, quantifying it through assessing the depth of the ipsilateral silent period. Significant reduction in electromyography amplitude of the iSP during cycling was observed.
APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY NUTRITION AND METABOLISM
(2021)
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Physiology
Evan J. Lockyer, Shahab Alizadeh, Chris T. Compton, Duane C. Button, Kevin E. Power
Summary: The present study aimed to investigate whether a 2-wk arm cycling sprint interval training (SIT) program modulated corticospinal pathway excitability in healthy, neurologically intact participants. The results showed that SIT enhances spinal excitability, but does not change overall corticospinal excitability.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Silvan Beeler, Andreas Hecker, Samy Bouaicha, Dominik C. Meyer, Karl Wieser
Summary: The study aimed to find a practical reference value for distal biceps tendon length adjustment by analyzing 85 MRI scans, revealing that the average length of the external part of the distal biceps tendon was 69mm. The best prediction of tendon length within 1cm accuracy can be achieved by measuring the inter-epicondylar distance and radial head diameter, with an excellent intra- and inter-reader reliability.
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Food Science & Technology
Reyes Omaro Caraveo-Suarez, Ivan Adrian Garcia-Galicia, Eduardo Santellano-Estrada, Luis Manuel Carrillo-Lopez, Mariana Huerta-Jimenez, Einar Vargas-Bello-Perez, Alma Delia Alarcon-Rojo
Summary: The study found that high-frequency focused ultrasound can improve beef tenderness, especially at the 30-minute mark where it reduces shear force in the meat. Additionally, HFFU treatment did not have significant effects on the color, drip loss, and water holding capacity of the meat.
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Neurosciences
Lilla Botzheim, Jozsef Laczko, Diego Torricelli, Mariann Mravcsik, Jose L. Pons, Filipe Oliveira Barroso
Summary: This study explored muscle coordination in arm cycling under different biomechanical constraints, finding that body position and cranking mode have significant effects on muscle synergies, while movement size has little impact. Results suggest that the central nervous system adapts motor control strategies based on external constraints during arm cycling tasks.
JOURNAL OF NEUROPHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
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Sport Sciences
Sumiaki Maeo, Yuhang Wu, Meng Huang, Hikaru Sakurai, Yuki Kusagawa, Takashi Sugiyama, Hiroaki Kanehisa, Tadao Isaka
Summary: The study found that performing elbow extension training in the overhead position can significantly increase triceps brachii muscle volume compared to training in the neutral arm position, even with lower absolute loads used during the training.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Laura Calderon-Diez, Jose L. Sanchez-Sanchez, Pedro Belon-Perez, Miguel Robles-Garcia, Fatima Perez-Robledo, Cesar Fernandez-de-las-Penas
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the validity and safety of a percutaneous electrolysis approach for the distal tendon of biceps brachii. The results found that a posterior approach with ultrasound guidance is a safe method for applying percutaneous electrolysis technique, while an anterior approach may have technical difficulties due to the anatomical location of the brachial artery.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Lucca Lacheta, Marco-Christopher Rupp, Andrea Achtnich, Sepp Braun, Mark Tauber, Andreas B. Imhoff, Peter Habermeyer, Frank Martetschlaeger
Summary: The study prospectively investigated the postoperative forearm supination and elbow flexion strength in patients who underwent a mini-open Latarjet procedure for anterior shoulder instability. The results showed that the procedure preserved elbow flexion strength, provided comparable forearm supination strength to the uninjured arm, and had reliable clinical outcomes, despite a persistent decrease in forearm supination strength postoperatively. No popeye deformities were noted in the postoperative examinations.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Hamid Asadi Dereshgi
Summary: The Rest-Pause Biceps Curl exercise enhances muscle growth and force in the Biceps Brachii through increased activation and fatigue. This study evaluated the influence of different contractions on the mechanical behavior of the muscle, finding a linear correlation between muscle force and mechanical behavior. The results provide insights into muscle fatigue, injury risk, and exercise technique.
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Acoustics
Ferdinando Draghi, Chandra Bortolotto, Guia Ferrozzi
Summary: A new ultrasound method for evaluating the distal biceps tendon insertion in the crab position is described. This approach allows for better visualization of the tendon while covering multiple compartments of the elbow.
JOURNAL OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE
(2021)
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Orthopedics
Yoshiaki Tomizuka, Christopher C. Schmidt, Anthony J. Davidson, Christopher S. Spicer, Michael P. Smolinski, Ryan J. Mauro, Sean M. Delserro, Linsey H. Szabo, Patrick J. Smolinski, Mark Carl Miller
Summary: The study found that a simulated complete short head avulsion significantly decreased the supination moment arm and therefore supination strength.
JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amy N. Adkins, Julius P. A. Dewald, Lindsay P. Garmirian, Christa M. Nelson, Wendy M. Murray
Summary: Muscle architecture is plastic and changes in input or use can alter its structure. Differences in serial sarcomere number and physiological cross-sectional area of the biceps brachii between stroke patients and healthy controls suggest muscle adaptations associated with stroke.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Jaroslav Prucha, Lenka Hanakova, Vladimir Socha, Ales Richter
Summary: The study focused on the effects of High Induction Magnetic Stimulation (HIMS) on the viscoelastic properties of skeletal muscles. HIMS was applied to 15 subjects, showing a decrease in muscle tone and an increase in tissue elasticity. The results suggest potential therapeutic benefits of HIMS in rehabilitation medicine, although further research is needed to support these findings.
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Neurosciences
Tarun Arora, Kelsey Potter-Baker, Kyle O'Laughlin, Manshi Li, Xiaofeng Wang, David Cunningham, Francois Bethoux, Frederick Frost, Ela B. Plow
Summary: The study examined the test-retest agreement and reliability of TMS metrics in individuals with spinal cord injury, finding that most metrics showed consistency upon repeated measurement and measures of corticomotor excitability, output, and medio-lateral map coordinates had superior agreement. Metrics representing corticomotor excitability, output, and inhibition demonstrated good-to-excellent reliability, particularly with a moderate group size of 20 or more.
EXPERIMENTAL BRAIN RESEARCH
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Ajeesh Sankaran, K. R. Thushara, V Ajaykumar, E. G. Mohankumar
Summary: Wide-awake surgery is revolutionizing various areas of hand surgery. This case report demonstrates the successful treatment of a severe avulsion injury through wide-awake surgery, achieving satisfactory results.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Kevin E. Power, Evan J. Lockyer, Davis A. Forman, Duane C. Button
APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY NUTRITION AND METABOLISM
(2018)
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Engineering, Biomedical
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Duane C. Button, Michael W. R. Holmes
Summary: This study found that the Theraband(TM) CLX gold band can reduce medial knee collapse during overhead barbell squats. However, the high resistance of the gold band may potentially negate the benefits of increased proprioception. Further research on the dose-response relationship between elastic band resistance and knee alignment is needed for proper exercise prescription.
SPORTS BIOMECHANICS
(2021)
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Neurosciences
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Jason Robathan, Michael W. R. Holmes
JOURNAL OF ELECTROMYOGRAPHY AND KINESIOLOGY
(2019)
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Neurosciences
Davis A. Forman, Daniel Abdel-Malek, Christopher M. F. Bunce, Michael W. R. Holmes
JOURNAL OF NEUROPHYSIOLOGY
(2019)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Garrick N. Forman, Davis A. Forman, Edwin J. Avila-Mireles, Jacopo Zenzeri, Michael W. R. Holmes
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
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Biophysics
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Edwin J. Avila-Mireles, Maddalena Mugnosso, Jacopo Zenzeri, Bernadette Murphy, Michael W. R. Holmes
JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS
(2020)
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Biophysics
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Edwin J. Avila-Mireles, Maddalena Mugnosso, Jacopo Zenzeri, Bernadette Murphy, Michael W. R. Holmes
JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS
(2020)
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Neurosciences
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Bernadette A. Murphy, Michael W. R. Holmes
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Carla P. Chaytor, Davis Forman, Jeannette Byrne, Angela Loucks-Atkinson, Kevin E. Power
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Engineering, Industrial
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Michael W. R. Holmes
Summary: The study found that wrist extensors show consistently high muscle activity during combined handgrip and wrist forces, with no periods of low muscle activity, which may explain why they are more prone to overuse injuries compared to wrist flexors.
Review
Neurosciences
Evan J. Lockyer, Chris T. Compton, Davis A. Forman, Gregory E. Pearcey, Duane C. Button, Kevin E. Power
Summary: The use of transcranial magnetic stimulation to assess corticospinal excitability provides insights into the neural control of human movement, but challenges exist when evaluating corticospinal excitability during rhythmic motor output.
JOURNAL OF NEUROPHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
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Physiology
Gagan Gill, Davis A. Forman, Joanna E. Reeves, Janet L. Taylor, Leah R. Bent
Summary: Non-noxious electrical stimulation of distinct locations on the foot sole evokes specific reflex responses in lower limb muscles, which may be mediated via a transcortical pathway. Corticospinal and spinal excitability were measured in participants with and without cutaneous stimulation at different foot sole locations. The results showed that plantarflexors were facilitated with stimulation of the heel, while dorsiflexors were unaffected. The increase in spinal excitability likely explains most of the increase in corticospinal excitability. This study provides evidence for the involvement of a transcortical pathway in cutaneous reflexes from the foot sole.
PHYSIOLOGICAL REPORTS
(2022)
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Sport Sciences
Robert I. Kumar, Garrick N. Forman, Davis A. Forman, Maddalena Mugnosso, Jacopo Zenzeri, Duane C. Button, Michael W. R. Holmes
FRONTIERS IN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIVING
(2020)
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Sport Sciences
Davis A. Forman, Garrick N. Forman, Maddalena Mugnosso, Jacopo Zenzeri, Bernadette Murphy, Michael W. R. Holmes
FRONTIERS IN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIVING
(2020)
Article
Neurosciences
Song Xue, Feng Kong, Yiying Song, Jia Liu
Summary: This study used resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging to explore the relationship between individual's spontaneous neural activity and social interaction anxiety in a nonclinical population. The results showed that social interaction anxiety was correlated with the fractional amplitude of low-frequency fluctuations in several brain regions, and that emotional intelligence partially mediated this relationship. This study provides evidence for the neural basis of social interaction anxiety in the normal population and highlights the role of emotional intelligence in this anxiety.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Katsuyuki Yamaguchi, Takuya Yazawa
Summary: This study provides morphometric data on the development of the human medullary arcuate nucleus (AN) by examining the brains of preterm and perinatal infants. The results show that AN morphology demonstrates asymmetry and individual variability during the fetal period. The volume and neuronal number of AN increase exponentially with age, while neuronal density decreases exponentially. The AN may undergo neuron death and neuroblasts production after mid-gestation.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Zhan Zhou, Weixin Dai, Tianxiao Liu, Min Shi, Yi Wei, Lifei Chen, Yubo Xie
Summary: Studies have shown that propofol-induced neurotoxicity is caused by disruption of mitochondrial fission and fusion, leading to an energy supply imbalance for developing neurons. Healthy mitochondria released by astrocytes can migrate to compromised neurons to mitigate propofol-induced neurotoxicity, but the exact mechanisms involved still need further clarification.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
An Chen, Song Hao, Yongpeng Han, Yang Fang, Yibei Miao
Summary: This study explores the efficacy of two forms of BCI attention training games and finds that physical games may be more effective than video games. The research also offers valuable insights for future game design from a neuroscience perspective.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Lina Liu, Luran Liu, Yunting Lu, Tianyuan Zhang, Wenting Zhao
Summary: This study reveals that GDI1 serves as a potential diagnostic biomarker for AD and inhibition of GDI1 can attenuate Aβ-induced neurotoxicity. The findings offer new insights for the treatment of AD.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Zahra Gholami, Ava Soltani Hekmat, Ali Abbasi, Kazem Javanmardi
Summary: This study investigated the effects of alamandine on allodynia in a rat model and found the presence of MrgD receptors in the vlPAG and RVM regions. Microinjection of alamandine resulted in a significant increase in paw withdrawal threshold and could be blocked by an MrgD receptor antagonist. Upregulation of MrgD receptor expression following allodynia induction suggests a potential compensatory mechanism in response to pain.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Mingliang Xu, Lei Xia, Junjie Li, Yehong Du, Zhifang Dong
Summary: This study found that DHF effectively alleviates sevoflurane-induced cognitive impairment in developing mice by restoring the balance between tau O-GlcNAcylation and phosphorylation. Therefore, DHF has the potential to be a therapeutic agent for treating cognitive impairment associated with anesthetics, such as sevoflurane.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Neurosciences
Tsubasa Mitsutake, Hisato Nakazono, Takanori Taniguchi, Hisayoshi Yoshizuka, Maiko Sakamoto
Summary: The posterior parietal cortex plays a crucial role in postural stability, and transcranial electrical stimulation of this region can modulate physical control responses. This study found that cathodal stimulation significantly decreased joint angular velocity in multiple directions, while there were no significant differences with transcranial random noise stimulation.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Neurosciences
Xishuai Yang, Wei Zhang, Xueli Chang, Zuopeng Li, Runquan Du, Junhong Guo
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of low-dose rituximab (RTX) in patients with muscle-specific kinase antibody positive myasthenia gravis (MuSK-MG). The results showed that low-dose RTX treatment led to significant improvements in clinical symptoms and quality of life for patients with MuSK-MG.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Jian Zhang, Shunyuan Guo, Rong Tao, Fan Wang, Yihong Xie, Huizi Wang, Lan Ding, Yuejian Shen, Xiaoli Zhou, Junli Feng, Qing Shen
Summary: This study established an Alzheimer's disease (AD) model of zebrafish induced by AlCl3 and found that marine-derived plasmalogens (Pls) could alleviate cognitive impairments of AD zebrafish by reversing athletic impairment and altering the expression levels of genes related to oxidative stress, ferroptosis, synaptic dysfunction, and apoptosis.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
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Neurosciences
Lu Li, Jiaqi Ren, Qi Fang, Liqiang Yu, Jintao Wang
Summary: ICU-AW is a common and severe neuromuscular complication in critically ill patients. Electrophysiological examination is essential for accurate diagnosis and early prediction of the disease. This study aimed to establish and validate an ICU-AW predictive model in SIRS patients, providing a practical tool for early clinical prediction.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Neurosciences
Ahmad Alipour, Roghayeh Mohammadi
Summary: The present study aimed to investigate the separate and combined effects of anodal transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) over the primary motor cortex (M1) and left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3) regions on pain relief in patients with type-2 diabetes suffering from neuropathic pain (NP). The results showed that tDCS had the potential to induce pain relief in patients with type-2 diabetes suffering from NP. The mean perceived pain intensity in the posttest was lower in the M1 stimulation group than in the F3 stimulation group. However, more trials with larger sample sizes are necessary to define clinically relevant effects.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Neurosciences
Eduardo J. Fusse, Franciele F. Scarante, Maria A. Vicente, Mariana M. Marrubia, Flavia Turcato, Davi S. Scomparin, Melissa A. Ribeiro, Maria J. Figueiredo, Tamires A. V. Brigante, Francisco S. Guimaraes, Alline C. Campos
Summary: Repeated exposure to psychosocial stress alters the endocannabinoid system and affects brain regions associated with emotional distress. Enhancing the effects of endocannabinoids through pharmacological inhibition induces an anti-stress behavioral effect, possibly mediated by the mTOR signaling pathway.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Neurosciences
Giulia Agostoni, Luca Bischetti, Federica Repaci, Margherita Bechi, Marco Spangaro, Irene Ceccato, Elena Cavallini, Luca Fiorentino, Francesca Martini, Jacopo Sapienza, Mariachiara Buonocore, Michele Francesco D'Incalci, Federica Cocchi, Carmelo Guglielmino, Roberto Cavallaro, Marta Bosia, Valentina Bambini
Summary: This study found a general impairment in humor comprehension in individuals with schizophrenia, with mental jokes being more difficult for both patients and controls. Humor comprehension was closely associated with the patients' overall pragmatic and linguistic profile, while the association with Theory of Mind (ToM) was minimal. Another notable finding was the increased appreciation of humor in individuals with schizophrenia, who rated jokes as funnier than controls did, regardless of whether they were correctly or incorrectly completed. The funniness ratings were not predicted by any measure, suggesting a dimension of humor untied to cognition or psychopathology.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Neurosciences
Xiuping Gong, Qi Li, Yang Liu
Summary: This study demonstrates that Sev targets CREBBP to inhibit ALG13 transcription, leading to hippocampal damage and cognitive impairment.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2024)