Health Sciences

Oral osteomyelitis

Introduction: Oral osteomyelitis is a bacterial infection transmitted through periodontal bone lesions, the incidence and prevalence decreased significantly due to early diagnosis and appropriate use of antibiotic therapy. 1 The clinical picture and course depend on the causative organism, and the strength of the patient's history and physical examination are essential for diagnosis and treatment.

Effect of microcurrent versus wet cupping on non-specific low back pain in overweight elderly

Background: Non-specific low back pain considered a global disorder with significant negative economic impact, where cupping therapy and micro currents carry growing potential evidence for beneficial management for chronic non-specific low back pain. Purpose: To compare the effect of microcurrent with wet cupping significantly on non-specific low back pain in overweight elderly patients.

Situational motivation and post-covid academic satisfaction of the dental student community

The objective of this research was to analyze the situational motivation and academic satisfaction of the students of the Dental Surgeon career, once they return to face-to-face classes after the pandemic generated by COVID-19. The four dimensions that make up situational motivation are analyzed; in addition to academic satisfaction. For the above, a quantitative investigation was carried out with a quasi-experimental descriptive design. The participants of this study were 366 university students of both sexes to whom two instruments were applied.

Fibromyalgia treatment: Literature review update

Millions of people worldwide are afflicted by the complex chronic pain illness known as fibromyalgia. Despite its widespread occurrence, fibromyalgia is difficult to treat and has no known cure. In this review article, we look at the different fibromyalgia therapies that are now accessible, including traditional medical therapy, complementary and alternative therapies, and self-care techniques. The research reveals that the most successful treatment for fibromyalgia symptoms may involve a variety of methods, including both pharmaceutical and non-pharmacological approaches.

Anestesia en pacientes con síndrome de fragilidad

Fragility syndrome is defined as a state of decreased physiological reserves and a limited ability to compensate and recover easily. (1) Due to an ageing population, the prevalence of fragility syndrome is increasing. This concept is used in anesthesia as a predictor of complications, transoperatives or post operatives and can guide better decision-making. Frailty is also associated with decreased quality of life, higher number of hospitalizations, increased hospital stay, increased risk of postoperative complications, and higher mortality.

Management of flabby and resorbed mandibular ridge: a prosthodontic enigma

Flabby and resorbed ridge is a common finding in edentulous patients. They adversely affect the support, retention and stability of complete dentures. Many impression techniques have been proposed to help overcome this difficulty. A careful consideration and application of the principles of complete denture construction for such condition can provide a palliative form of treatment. The present case report describes the prosthodontic management of a flabby and resorbed mandibular ridge with a combination of impression techniques.

Comparison of hospital stay in patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy using interscalene block technique vs general anaesthesia at the abc medical centre

The use of peripheral blocks is increasing due to the advantages they have over general anesthesia, despite this, the use of general anesthesia is still very high in many parts of the world. The use of interscalene block is successfully employed for shoulder surgery and there is now evidence both for and against its use versus general anesthesia. This study seeks to compare hospital stay between patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy under general anesthesia vs patients undergoing the same procedure with the use of an interscalene block.

Exploring manifestation theory and its connection with psychology: analysis of results of yoga prana vidya (ypv) model of intentional manifestation through case studies

Introduction: It is argued that there is science behind the idea of manifestation—that is, turning an idea into a real thing. Modern science of psychology has not accepted manifestation since it has not been investigated scientifically gathering adequate evidence. Yoga Prana Vidya System uses a set of rules, guidelines and practices of manifestation which have been applied successfully with desired results. This paper presents multiple cases showing evidence of successful manifestation results.

Knowledge, practice and satisfaction of the beneficiaries of the national program of sanitized schools and villages in post-certification in the province of tshopo in the drc

The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge and satisfaction of the population on the National Program of Sanitized Schools and Villages (NPSSV) as well as their practice in post-certification. An analytical cross-sectional study was carried out in 3 intervention Health Zones during the period from November 15 to 27, 2022. The statistics were carried out with Pearson's chi2, Fisher's Exact Test, ANOVA Test and Kruskal Wallis Test, according to the conditions of their applications.