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View article: Exercise-induced exerkines in multiple sclerosis: Emphasizing the pivotal role of myokines
Exercise-induced exerkines in multiple sclerosis: Emphasizing the pivotal role of myokines Open
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common chronic inflammatory and neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system in young adults. While existing immunomodulatory therapies reduce relapse rates, they are less effective against th…
View article: Three Months of Partnered Dance Aerobic Exercise Can Reduce OFF-time and Enhance Quality of Life in Older Adults with Parkinson’s Disease
Three Months of Partnered Dance Aerobic Exercise Can Reduce OFF-time and Enhance Quality of Life in Older Adults with Parkinson’s Disease Open
Introduction Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is commonly treated with the dopamine precursor, levodopa, which is used in antiparkinsonian therapy. After several years of taking this medication, many individuals with PD experience medication-relat…
View article: Ovarian epigenetics modifications following lifestyle interventions by exercise and alternate-day feeding in letrozole-induced PCOS rats
Ovarian epigenetics modifications following lifestyle interventions by exercise and alternate-day feeding in letrozole-induced PCOS rats Open
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder affecting women, often associated with changes in emotional well-being, oxidative stress, and epigenetic modifications. While lifestyle changes are the primary treatment, t…
View article: Optimal Timing of Exercise for Enhanced Learning and Memory: Insights From CA1 and CA3 Regions in Traumatic Brain Injury Model in Male Rats
Optimal Timing of Exercise for Enhanced Learning and Memory: Insights From CA1 and CA3 Regions in Traumatic Brain Injury Model in Male Rats Open
Objective Evidence suggests that exercise timing is crucial in reducing the impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI). The present study explores the effects of delayed and early exercise on brain damage, cognitive dysfunction, and anxiety be…
View article: Various endurance training intensities improve GFR and Up-regulate AQP2/GSK3β in lithium-induced nephropathic rats
Various endurance training intensities improve GFR and Up-regulate AQP2/GSK3β in lithium-induced nephropathic rats Open
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View article: Can resisted swimming exercise substitute for the protective effects of estrogen on cardiometabolic risk factors in obese postmenopausal rat model?
Can resisted swimming exercise substitute for the protective effects of estrogen on cardiometabolic risk factors in obese postmenopausal rat model? Open
Overall, RSW ameliorates cardiometabolic risk factors in postmenopausal conditions caused by obesity, probably by modulating cardiac oxidative stress. It is also an effective non-pharmacological treatment for E2 substitution.
View article: The effect of low- and moderate-intensity interval training on cognitive behaviors of male and female rats with VPA-induced autism
The effect of low- and moderate-intensity interval training on cognitive behaviors of male and female rats with VPA-induced autism Open
View article: α-Pinene Influence on Pulpal Pain-Induced Learning and Memory Impairment in Rats Via Modulation of the GABAA Receptor
α-Pinene Influence on Pulpal Pain-Induced Learning and Memory Impairment in Rats Via Modulation of the GABAA Receptor Open
Background: This study investigated the effect of central administration of α-pinene and the interaction of α-pinene with GABAA receptor on pulpal nociception-induced changes in learning and memory performances in rats. Materials and Metho…
View article: Prevalence of waterpipe smoking and awareness of related orodental complications in university students in Kerman, Iran
Prevalence of waterpipe smoking and awareness of related orodental complications in university students in Kerman, Iran Open
BACKGROUND AND AIM: Waterpipe smoking causes many negative side effects on the oral health. Our objective was to describe the prevalence of waterpipe smoking and awareness of related orodental complications in Iranian university students. …
View article: Assessment of Quality of Life among Head and Neck Cancer Patients
Assessment of Quality of Life among Head and Neck Cancer Patients Open
Objective: Head and neck cancer is a common malignancy with increasing incidence worldwide. This study evaluates the quality of life of the patients undergoing treatment at the oncology center in Yazd, Iran. Methods: This cross-sectional s…
View article: Students' Satisfaction of the Quality of Educational Services and Support of Medical Science Universities Sports Camps in Iran
Students' Satisfaction of the Quality of Educational Services and Support of Medical Science Universities Sports Camps in Iran Open
Background: Evaluating the quality of educational services and the support offered by universities to prepare sport teams, as well as identifying factors affecting the satisfaction of students, play very important role in improving the fut…
View article: Effects of Aerobic Exercises on Serum Levels of Myonectin and Insulin Resistance in Obese and Overweight Women
Effects of Aerobic Exercises on Serum Levels of Myonectin and Insulin Resistance in Obese and Overweight Women Open
Background and Aim Obesity is associated with cardiovascular diseases, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes and insulin resistance. Myonectin is a myokine mostly secreted from skeletal muscles and inversely associated with obesity. The aim of …
View article: Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Iranian Office Workers: Prevalence and Risk Factors
Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Iranian Office Workers: Prevalence and Risk Factors Open
Objective This study aimed to identify the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and ergonomic risks for Kerman University of Medical Sciences’ office workers. Methods The study sample comprised all office workers in the Universit…
View article: Heart Reaction to Nandrolone Decanoate plus Two Different Intensities of Endurance Exercise: Electrocardiography and Stereological Approach.
Heart Reaction to Nandrolone Decanoate plus Two Different Intensities of Endurance Exercise: Electrocardiography and Stereological Approach. Open
Both levels of swimming exercise prevent the effect of nandrolone on the production of hydroxyproline and fibrotic cardiac remodeling.
View article: Correction to: Effect of gymnastic exercises on motor development and neuropsychological characteristics in autistic children
Correction to: Effect of gymnastic exercises on motor development and neuropsychological characteristics in autistic children Open
View article: Effects of Voluntary Exercise on Motor Function in Parkinson's disease Model of Rats
Effects of Voluntary Exercise on Motor Function in Parkinson's disease Model of Rats Open
Background.Previous surveys have shown that motor deficits precede the classical motor symptoms seen in Parkinson's disease (PD) and that physical exercise may have beneficial effects on PD.Objectives.Here, we evaluated the potential of vo…
View article: The Effects of Voluntary Exercise on Learning and Memory Deficit in Parkinson's Disease Model of Rats
The Effects of Voluntary Exercise on Learning and Memory Deficit in Parkinson's Disease Model of Rats Open
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive and loss of dopaminergic neurons in the SNpc. Behavioral symptoms and cognitive impairments even dementia are common in Parkinson disease. Physical …
View article: Occupational Stress and Coping Behaviours Among Dentists in Kerman, Iran
Occupational Stress and Coping Behaviours Among Dentists in Kerman, Iran Open
General dentists in Kerman were subject to many sources of stress in their workplaces, with significant relationships between stress scores and years of work experience and number of patients treated daily. Dentists should be encouraged to…
View article: Physical Exercises and Motor Skills in Autistic Children.
Physical Exercises and Motor Skills in Autistic Children. Open
Dear Editor-in-ChiefIn this paper, we report the effect of physical exercise on motor skills in autistic children. This is important because the number of autistic children has rapidly increased in these years. Autism is a disorder that co…
View article: Prevalence of Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dentists: Symptoms and Risk Factors
Prevalence of Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dentists: Symptoms and Risk Factors Open
Aim . The purpose of the present research was to examine the factors that lead to musculoskeletal disorders in dentists by assessing their posture using RULA method. Materials and Methods . In this cross-sectional study, 130 dentists (84 m…