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View article: Compliance to prescribed training among recreational swimmers using augmented-reality swim goggles: A randomised controlled trial
Compliance to prescribed training among recreational swimmers using augmented-reality swim goggles: A randomised controlled trial Open
Complying with prescribed training plans is an important challenge for swimmers, as deviations from intended intensity or duration can reduce gains in performance and fitness. This randomised controlled trial investigated whether real-time…
View article: Effects of 12 weeks of upper‐body rowing exercise on autonomic cardiovascular control and vascular structure in spinal cord‐injured humans
Effects of 12 weeks of upper‐body rowing exercise on autonomic cardiovascular control and vascular structure in spinal cord‐injured humans Open
Spinal cord injury (SCI) is characterized by autonomic cardiovascular dysfunction that may contribute to the three‐ to fourfold greater risk of heart disease and stroke compared to non‐injured individuals. While exercise training elicits b…
View article: Artificial Intelligence Driven Applications in Analytical Chemistry, Drug Discovery, and Food Science: Advancements, Outlook, and Challenges
Artificial Intelligence Driven Applications in Analytical Chemistry, Drug Discovery, and Food Science: Advancements, Outlook, and Challenges Open
Artificial intelligence (AI) has grown widely into diverse areas of research over the last decade. Publications distributed over the years disclose that biochemistry and analytical chemistry are incorporating AI to the utmost level. Enormo…
View article: Characterisation of oncology EHR-derived real-world data in the UK, Germany, and Japan
Characterisation of oncology EHR-derived real-world data in the UK, Germany, and Japan Open
Oncology real-world data (RWD) from electronic health records (EHRs) can generate real-world evidence crucial for clinical and policy decisions. However, challenges in accessing and harmonising data across countries limit its global applic…
View article: In-Field Training of a Passive Back Exoskeleton Changes the Biomechanics of Logistic Workers
In-Field Training of a Passive Back Exoskeleton Changes the Biomechanics of Logistic Workers Open
OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSOccupational exoskeletons receive rising interest in industry as these devices diminish the biomechanical load during manual materials handling. Still, we have limited knowledge when it comes to in-field use. This …
View article: Influence of brick laying height on biomechanical load in masons: Cross-sectional field study with technical measurements
Influence of brick laying height on biomechanical load in masons: Cross-sectional field study with technical measurements Open
BACKGROUND: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) located in the low back and neck/shoulder regions are major concerns for both workers, workplaces, and society. Masons are prone to WMSD, because their work is characterized by rep…
View article: Carotid and brachial artery changes after 12 weeks of upper-body rowing exercise in spinal cord-injured humans
Carotid and brachial artery changes after 12 weeks of upper-body rowing exercise in spinal cord-injured humans Open
Introduction: A spinal cord injury (SCI) results in deconditioning of the cardiovascular system, including changes in both vascular function and structure (1), leading to an elevated risk of cardiovascular diseases (2). While exercise trai…
View article: Effects of a passive shoulder exoskeleton on muscle activity among Danish slaughterhouse workers
Effects of a passive shoulder exoskeleton on muscle activity among Danish slaughterhouse workers Open
The exoskeleton showed larger reductions in muscle activity compared to the lifting glove.
View article: Changes in normalized mutual information in response to strength training: An ancillary analysis of a quasi‐randomized controlled trial
Changes in normalized mutual information in response to strength training: An ancillary analysis of a quasi‐randomized controlled trial Open
The aim of the present investigation was twofold. (1) to assess test–retest reliability of normalized mutual information (NMI) values extracted from the surface electromyography (sEMG) signal of muscles pairs of the upper body during dynam…
View article: Impact of upper-body ergometer rowing exercise on aerobic fitness and cardiometabolic disease risk in individuals with spinal cord injury: A 6-month follow-up study
Impact of upper-body ergometer rowing exercise on aerobic fitness and cardiometabolic disease risk in individuals with spinal cord injury: A 6-month follow-up study Open
Objective: We recently demonstrated that upper-body rowing exercise (UBROW) improved aerobic fitness in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI), with no effect on traditional cardiometabolic risk factors. Here, we tested the hypothesis t…
View article: Biomechanical changes, acceptance, and usability of a passive shoulder exoskeleton in manual material handling. A field study
Biomechanical changes, acceptance, and usability of a passive shoulder exoskeleton in manual material handling. A field study Open
Occupational exoskeletons contribute to diminish the biomechanical load during manual work. However, familiarization to the use of exoskeletons is rarely considered, which may lead to failure of acceptance and implementation. In this study…
View article: Augmented-reality swim goggles accurately and reliably measure swim performance metrics in recreational swimmers
Augmented-reality swim goggles accurately and reliably measure swim performance metrics in recreational swimmers Open
Background Swimmers commonly access performance metrics such as lap splits, distance, and pacing information between work bouts while they rest. Recently, a new category of tracking devices for swimming was introduced with the FORM Smart S…
View article: Virtual Reality and Eye-Tracking Assessment, and Treatment of Unilateral Spatial Neglect: Systematic Review and Future Prospects
Virtual Reality and Eye-Tracking Assessment, and Treatment of Unilateral Spatial Neglect: Systematic Review and Future Prospects Open
Unilateral spatial neglect (USN) is a disorder characterized by the failure to report, respond to, or orient toward the contralateral side of space to a brain lesion. Current assessment methods often fail to discover milder forms, cannot d…
View article: Sociodemographic characteristics associated with physical activity barrier perception among manual wheelchair users
Sociodemographic characteristics associated with physical activity barrier perception among manual wheelchair users Open
Our results provide new evidence that MWCUs with BMI ≥30; who are not employed; or who only have completed high school, may need special consideration and resources to overcome distinct physical activity barriers. Behavioral strategies and…
View article: The effects of walking speed and mobile phone use on the walking dynamics of young adults
The effects of walking speed and mobile phone use on the walking dynamics of young adults Open
Walking while using a mobile phone has been shown to affect the walking dynamics of young adults. However, this has only been investigated using treadmill walking at a fixed walking speed. In this study, the dynamics of over ground walking…
View article: Effect of wheelchair-modified rowing exercise on cardiometabolic risk factors in spinal cord injured wheelchair users: protocol for a randomised controlled trial
Effect of wheelchair-modified rowing exercise on cardiometabolic risk factors in spinal cord injured wheelchair users: protocol for a randomised controlled trial Open
Introduction Cardiovascular and metabolic diseases are a growing concern for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Physical inactivity contributes to cardiometabolic morbidity and mortality in the SCI population. However, previous stu…
View article: Functional Connectivity Analysis on Resting-State Electroencephalography Signals Following Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation in Stroke Patients
Functional Connectivity Analysis on Resting-State Electroencephalography Signals Following Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation in Stroke Patients Open
Stroke impairments often present as cognitive and motor deficits, leading to a decline in quality of life. Recovery strategy and mechanisms, such as neuroplasticity, are important factors, as these can help improve the effectiveness of reh…
View article: Discrimination of knee osteoarthritis patients from asymptomatic individuals based on pain sensitivity and knee vibroarthrographic recordings
Discrimination of knee osteoarthritis patients from asymptomatic individuals based on pain sensitivity and knee vibroarthrographic recordings Open
This study showed that using multichannel VAG signals to identify KOA patients allows better accuracy than the use of PPTs. However, VAG setup must be standardized to avoid day-to-day bias.
View article: Author Correction: Eye movement characteristics reflected fatigue development in both young and elderly individuals
Author Correction: Eye movement characteristics reflected fatigue development in both young and elderly individuals Open
An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via a link at the top of the paper.
View article: Physical performances show conflicting associations in aged manual workers
Physical performances show conflicting associations in aged manual workers Open
Ageing is associated with a decrease in physical performance implying that aged manual workers may be unable to match the physical requirements of their jobs. In this cross-sectional study, 96 male manual workers aged 51–72 years were recr…