^{CME Accrediated 2nd International Conference on} Sports Medicine and Fitness April 18-20, 2016 Dubai, UAE

Chair

Ahmad Alkhatib

Abertay University, UK

Co-Chair

Suad Alanzi

Ministry of Health, Kuwait

Session Introduction

Suad Alanzi

Ministry of Health, Kuwait

Title: The effect of physical activity program for improving functional level of children with developmental coordination disorder

Biography:

Suad Alanzi has completed her PhD in 2011 from Curtin University and Post-doctoral studies from different institutes. She is the Founder of Developmental Coordination Disorder Clinic in Kuwait, a Sub-coordinator of CP clinic in Sabah hospital, and Head of Risk Analysis Committee and active member of Risk Management Committee. She has presented more than 15 papers in international conferences and has been serving as a reviewer member of journals and conferences. Furthermore, she conducted several Post-graduate workshops in the field of pediatric, evidence-based practice, and ICF model at national and international levels.

Abstract:

Children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD) have motor coordination impairments and their motor abilities are substantially below their age and intelligence levels. Their motor difficulties negatively influence their tendency to participate in out-of-school activities, therefore they becoming frustrated and isolated and at risk of being overweight or obese. These children need early physiotherapy intervention in order to prevent deterioration of their conditions, maintain their functional level, reduce their activities limitations, and improve their participation in their communities. A 9 years old boy was referred to DCD clinic for evaluation. He has activities limitations and participation restrictions at school and at home due to low motor abilities. His low motor competence was negatively affecting his self-esteem and preventing him from actively communicating with his peers. Diagnostic assessment was done. Based on the DSM-V criteria, DCD diagnosis was confirmed. Physiotherapy program was established and aimed to improve body structures and functional impairments and reduce the limitations of his activities in daily life in order to increase his participation in his community. Physical activities program was also designed to be done at home. Furthermore, report of his condition was sent to the school including advices for teachers to do with him in the classroom. After 6 months of treatment in the clinic, home, and school, he gained improvement in the MABC-2 and in the functional level at home and at school. His self-esteem was improved and he became more confident in the classroom and in the street.

Guido Seerden

Al Shabab Al Arabi Football Club, UAE

Title: Horizontal alternation in daily training load within Arabic professional youth soccer players during the in-season

Biography:

Guido Seerden has completed his Bachelor degree at the age of 22 years from Fontys University of Applied Sciences and his Masters in Human and Movement Science from VU University thee years later. He completed his Master Research Internship at Liverpool John Moores University in cooperation with their Science and Football Department. Currently, he is the Lead Academy Fitness Coach at Al Shabab Al Arabi, a professional football club in Dubai. He has won the Young Investigator Award at the 4th World Conference on Science and Soccer in 2014 and published in Fitness in Soccer (van Winckel et al., 2015).

Abstract:

Fifteen U15 youth soccer players playing in a professional youth academy team in Saudi Arabia were selected for this study. A minimum of 2 players were chosen from each of the 3 main out-field playing positions. Goalkeepers were not included in this study. Session-Rate of Perceived Exertion (sRPE) was used as an indicator of daily training load (TL): RPE (1-10 Borg scale) multiplied by the session duration (Arbitrary Units). Data was collected for 9 typical training weeks during the in-season and consisted of an average number of 5 sessions, including one game. Training days were categorized according to different training approaches based on days before or after the game: Loading (Match day -4 and -3), tapering (Match day -2 and -1), match day and recovery (Match day +1 and +2). Results showed that TL was statistically different when using a different training approach (p<0.0005). Post hoc analysis revealed statistically significant differences in TL between only recovery (Mdn=83.61 AU) and match day (Mdn=239.06 AU) (p<0.005), and tapering (Mdn=135.42 AU) (p=0.022) and match day, but not between recovery and tapering, recovery and loading (Mdn=197.73 AU), tapering and loading, and loading and match day. Therefore, horizontal alternation in daily TL within Arabic professional youth soccer players during the in-season is only apparent between recovery and match day, and between tapering and match day.

Najmeh Arabnejad

Kerman Medical Science University, Iran

Title: The effect of 12 sessions of combined exercises (endurance-resistance) on some physical fitness factors in female students

Biography:

Najmeh Arabnejad is currently working as a faculty of physical education and sport science and pursuing PhD in sports physiology from Islamic Azad University, Tehran. She is also a tennis, swimming and fitness instructor and has written 2 books on physical education and published about 10 research papers on physical education and fitness.

Abstract:

Improving and keeping individuals’ physical fitness is possible through daily complementary sport activities. This research aimed at studying the effect of 12 sessions of combined exercises (endurance-resistance) on some physical fitness factors in female students. To do this, 45 students with average age of (20±2/8) were selected. They were tested before and after 12 sessions of exercise and were compared with the control group, 13 persons, who did not do any sport activities. After 12 sessions of exercise, statistical studies showed some significant changes in cardiorespiratory endurance, and strength and endurance of the abdominal muscles and scapula, but the results were not significant in explosive power of calf muscles. T-test of dependent groups was in significant level, α<0/05. SPSS20 software was statistical software used in this research. According to the results of this research, we concluded that these exercises have a positive effect on individuals’ physical fitness. Thus, doing combined exercises is recommended to develop young female physical fitness.

Animesh Hazari

Manipal University, India

Title: A comparative and quantitative electromyographic analysis of shoulder and wrist muscles in cricket fast bowlers during bouncer and yorker delivery

Biography:

Animesh Hazari has completed his MPT in Sports and Clinical Biomechanics from Robert Gordon University, Scotland UK and Manipal University, India. Currently he is pursuing PhD as a full time research scholar.

Abstract:

Cricket is one of the most popular sports, played in many countries worldwide. The T20 is the shortest format of game that makes it more fascinating. However due to aggressive in nature it could be more prone for risk of injuries to shoulder and wrist in fast bowlers. Thus the purpose of the study was to determine the EMG activity and associated risk of shoulder and wrist injuries in fast bowlers while bowling ‘Bouncer’ and ‘Yorker ‘deliveries. Method:A total of 17 healthy participants including 15 right- handed and 2 left handed fast-medium bowlers were recruited who volunteered into study under the convenience sampling method. The demographics of the bowlers are as follows: n=15, age=27.3±5.2 years, height=173.1±6.8 cm and weight=75.1±7.8 kg. The cross–sectional, experimental design of the study took place in the Robert Gordon University Laboratory, Scotland. A colored high speed camera (EXILM CASIO-EX-FH 25) was used to capture the bowling motion synchronized with EMG device (model- m 320RX, 5VDC/1A/5W, myon AG Switzerland) for data collection and analysis. Seven tested muscles were bicpeps brachii, middle deltoid, supraspinatus, infraspinatus, latissimus dorsi, flexor carpi radialis, extensor carpi radialis brevis. SENIAM guidelines were followed to apply the AgCl EMG electrodes. Result: A significant difference in RMS was found in shoulder and wrist muscles while bowling bouncer and Yorker in first and second phase with p-value of 0.0 and 0.05 respectively. Freidman’s test was used to yield the following result. In comparison to individual muscles Biceps brachii has the maximum electrical activity of all shoulder and wrist muscles whereas Supraspinatus showed significantly less activity in second and third phase for Yorker deliveries. The eccentric activity in external rotators of the shoulder was less compared to higher concentric activity in internal rotators while bowling bouncers in the ball release and deceleration phase whereas similar finding was seen at wrist in bowling Yorkers. Based on the inferential statistics, cricket bowlers are highly exposed to risk of shoulder and wrist injuries with introduction of T20I and high demand of these bowling styles. The findings of the study are novel and would hold strong significance in the area of cricket and similar sports activities. Kinematic and kinetic analysis should be used to strengthen the study with greater attention and techniques by coaching and training standards.

Guido Seerden

Al Shabab Al Arabi Football Club, Dubai

Title: The variance of daily training load in Arabic professional youth soccer players after a change of head coach during the in-season

Biography:

Guido Seerden has completed his Bachelor degree at the age of 22 years from Fontys University of Applied Sciences and his Masters in Human and Movement Science from VU University thee years later. He completed his Master Research Internship at Liverpool John Moores University in cooperation with their Science and Football Department. Currently, he is the Lead Academy Fitness Coach at Al Shabab Al Arabi, a professional football club in Dubai. He has won the Young Investigator Award at the 4th World Conference on Science and Soccer in 2014 and published in Fitness in Soccer (van Winckel et al., 2015).

Abstract:

The aim of this study was to look at the variance of daily training load in Arabic professional youth soccer players after a change of head coach during the in-season. Ten U19 youth soccer players playing in a professional youth academy team in the United Arab Emirates were selected for this study. A minimum of two players were chosen from each of the three main out-field playing positions. Goalkeepers were not included in this study. Session-Rate of Perceived Exertion (sRPE) was used as an indicator of daily Training Load (TL): RPE (1 -10 Borg scale) multiplied by the session duration (Arbitrary Units). Data was collected for five typical training weeks with coach A and with coach B during the in-season and consisted of an average number of four training sessions, including one game. Training days were categorized according to different training approaches based on days before or after the game: Loading (Match Day -5, -4 and -3), Tapering (Match Day -2 and - 1), Match Day and Recovery (Match Day +1 and +2). Results showed that there was no significant interaction effect between training approach and the head coach (A or B). Statistical analysis revealed that the main effect of the change of head coach showed no significant difference in TL, while the main effect of training approach showed to be significantly different in TL (p > 0.05). Hence, there is no variance of daily training load Arabic professional youth soccer players after a change of head coach during the in-season.

Ciara Delgado and Greg Gasior

Charlotte Athletic Club- Duke Energy Center, USA

Title: Pharmacology and sport: An oral presentation on the importance of pharmacological knowledge within the sport and fitness community (Video Presentation)

Biography:

Ciara Delgado joined the Charlotte Athletic Club – Duke Energy Center staff as the Personal Training Director in 2014. She holds a dual Master’s degree in sports studies and sports coaching from the United State Sports Academy (Daphne, AL). She has a Level I USATF and Level II USATF (Throws) coaching certifications. She held her American College of Exercise certified personal trainer certification since 2008. In 2015, she was one of 30 winners of Top 30 Under 30 by Elevate Lifestyle Magazine (Charlotte, NC) - this honor noted the top business professionals in the city under 30 years of age. Through her health and sports industry career, she has also become an accomplished author. She is the author and contributing editor for International Journal of Sport and Society. She is a 2010 graduate of University of North Carolina (Charlotte) with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology. While working towards her degree, she competed for the 49ers cross country and track teams. Her honors included top 10 regional ranks for 800 m, top 15 regional ranks for 1500 m, LifeSkills Award Freshman winner, and NCAA Division.

Abstract:

Many times within health and fitness, personal training, pharmacology is often overlooked or swept to the wayside. This presentation is to reinforce the importance of pharmacology in an ever expanding training community, how a trainer’s knowledge of specific medications, how exercise morphs those medications within the body can make or break the client’s experience and in depth coverage of proper programming and exercise prescription for 5-7 of the most popular medications prescribed to clients.

Tarek Abdelhafez

Cairo University, Egypt

Title: Effect of core strength and endurance training on performance in college students: Randomized pilot study

Biography:

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Abstract:

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Abdussalam Kanniyan

King Fahad University of Petrolium and minerals, Saudi Arabia

Title: Effect of combined aerobic strength training and SAQ training followed by detraining on selected variables of soccer players

Biography:

Dr Abdussalam Kanniyan is a First Rank holder and Gold Medalist in his Master Degree examination who has extensive experience in academic teaching for the past 20 years. He has presented papers in many international conferences all over the world in many countries like USA, Germany, Australia, UK, China, Turkey, Spain, Malaysia etc. Being a Research supervisor, he has produced excellent research works and published in many reputed journals. He has been serving as external adjudicator for many foreign universities for evaluating doctoral research theses. He is in the editorial board of more than six international journals and is a member of many international bodies. In addition to the exposure in his alma mater, he has an exemplary achievement in community service. He is serving as the Chairman of International Indian School, Dammam, which is biggest of kind in the world with 19000 students.

Abstract:

The purpose of the study was to examine the effect of combined aerobic training and SAQ training followed by detraining on selected Bio-motor abilities of University level soccer players. For the study, thirty male university level soccer players, were selected as subjects. The selected bio motor variables were Explosive strength, Speed, Speed endurance, Strength endurance and Agility which were tested by using vertical jump, 30 meters dash, 400 meters run, sit ups, and shuttle run respectively. The training seasons were pre-season, in season and off season. Analysis of covariance was applied to find out the level of significance which was fixed at 0.05 levels. The F values were strength (12.97), speed (3.21), Endurance (13.0), and Agility (12.99). Results showed that SAQ training and combined aerobic strength training helped to improve bio motor abilities. It is revealed that agility and speed endurance were developed through SAQ training and two weeks of detraining program makes significant improvement in the bio motor variables.

Chair

Vicki Cameron

StEPS Podiatry, UK

Co-Chair

Guido Seerden

Al Shabab Al Arabi Football Club, UAE

Session Introduction

Alexandra Maris

University of Toronto, Canada

Title: Deviant! Muscularity in women who do mixed martial arts: Navigating stereotypical femininity in different social contexts as a muscular woman who does MMA

Biography:

Alexandra Maris is currently pursuing her Master of Arts at the University of Toronto. Her research is on intersection of deviance, gender and sport with a primary focus of looking at muscle dysmorphia which is categorized under body dysmorphic disorder in the DSM. She received an Honorary Bachelor of Arts with high distinction from the University of Toronto. She has also received various scholarships such as the C.W. Burton In-Course Scholarship due to her very strong academic record. She currently holds a University of Toronto Fellowship and has received an Entrance Scholarship due to her strong graduate school application. She works as a teaching assistant in the Women and Gender Studies Department.

Abstract:

My paper explores how deviance is constructed in relation to sport and gender. I look at female mixed martial artists and how they are stigmatized and pathologized by being categorized of having Muscle Dysmorphia which is a mental illness according to the DSM. Female athletes who are considered to have excessive muscle mass and obsessive exercise habits or doping are more readily diagnosed with this disorder than men with similar behaviours. Furthermore, I am interested in exploring the problem of gender fluidity and of women being pathologized based on body type and how women compensate or react to societal pressures to manage femininity in the North American context. My main way to explore experiences of stigmatization and pathologization is through mixed methods of discourse analysis as well as combining theories on deviance to show how various theories work together to create the experience of stigma when women participate in mixed martial arts. Deviance is constructed on multiple levels through many different mechanisms such as pathologization, gazing, and discourse and rhetoric; hence why it is crucial to combine all these tools and theories in order to fully understand why certain bodies are seen as deviant and others are not. No one discussed or no theory provides a full understanding as to how deviance is created and experienced; by applying many theories to the example of muscularity in women doing mixed martial arts it is clear that stigma, pathologization, genealogy, socialization etc., all function together to enforce and categorize deviant bodies and that deviance is felt differently by diverse individuals based on culture and their intersectional identity (race, class, sexual orientation, able-bodiedness, gender, age and many more traits/characteristics). Muscular women in mixed martial arts experience societal pressures that can be construed as violent at an affective level; this type of emotional/psychological violence can be stopped when it is talked about and then women can cope with this type of discrimination.

Amani Kamal Saqallah

Zayed University, UAE

Title: The role of lifestyle behavior change associated with non-communicable disease risk in managing health conditions

Biography:

Amani Kamal Saqallah completed her Master’s degree in Nutrition Science and Policy with the combination of Public Health at Tufts University- Boston, USA. She joined the College of Sustainability Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) in the Department of Nature Sciences and Public Health Division at Zayed University as faculty in April 2014 and practicing medical nutrition counseling clinic. She is also leading nutrition therapy and community nutrition education projects from 2003. She has an affiliation with the emirate strategic research center. She is an active member of Abu Dhabi health authority HAAD Nutrition task force since 2010 where she directed her role to nutrition policy and CVD prevention and she has recently had the position of “public health ambassador” which has been innovated by Abu Dhabi health authority to serve the public.

Abstract:

Lifestyle practices such as healthy eating and not smoking besides physical activity and exercise are well established for preventing and managing lifestyle-related non-communicable diseases (i.e., CVD heart disease, hypertension, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and lung disease), but are less heightened in the medical treatment guidelines for addressing chronic disease such as CVD. This systematic review examines the relationships between lifestyle behaviors and public health, with special reference to the public health approaches, initiatives and their clinical and research. This study is conducted to create evidence related to lifestyle factors (such as not smoking, healthy diet, healthy weight, physical activity with taking good sleep and controlling stress in to account) with health condition and with special reference to public health role. The aim is to support the health behavior change skills, interventions and prevention. This may need to be included in the first-line management of non- communicable disease, either independently or in combination with medical therapy interventions as required. To address knowledge gaps in the literature in UAE and GCC countries, however some systematic reviews are absorbed to find answers to the following research questions; what are the lifestyle, behavioral, social and economic factors associated with managing lifestyle-related non-communicable diseases (i.e., CVD heart disease, hypertension, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and lung disease among UAE nationals; what are the identified concerns that could be addressed to lessen obesity in UAE; and what are specific recommendations for preventing NCDs in UAE. The systematic review has shown that adopting healthier lifestyle practices might reduce or even avoids the need for medical treatment intervention. Besides, the review is recommending to consider the need to study the degree to which medical therapy interventions prescribed for chronic disease may enhance the benefits of lifestyle behavior change, and there is also a need to know whether people with healthier lifestyles, respond more positively to usual medical therapy interventions than those who have less healthy lifestyles.

Ahmad Alkhatib

Abertay University, UK

Title: Microvascular responses to exercise training, using a novel non-invasive approach: A study protocol

Biography:

Ahmad Alkhatib is the Head of Division of Sport and Exercise Science at Abertay University in the UK. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, an accredited UK nutritionist (RNutr), a clinical physiologist, a certified international sports nutritionist (CISSN), and also a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (FHEA). He was awarded his PhD in Exercise Physiology and Metabolism, and MSc in Exercise Sciences (Health and Fitness) from the University of Essex, UK. His research in exercise and nutritional sciences focuses on novel techniques to enhance health outcomes especially those combining nutraceuticals, with physical activity to enhance metabolic health, weight loss and disease prevention. He has over 100 publications and won several research and academic excellence awards.

Abstract:

Dermal-based vascular measurements have become popular non-invasive techniques to detect and track low-frequency perfusion changes in microcirculation. For example, photoplethysmography (PPG) and laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF) are now well recognized optical techniques that have been used in human studies to track endothelial vascular activity in healthy humans and patients with endothelial microcirculatory dysfunction. Most recent work has developed algorithms to track microvascular tone changes through temperature signals oscillations, following local heating and cooling tests (Microtest, http://fm-diagnostics.com). Endothelial, neurogenic and myogenic temperature oscillations (0.01-0.14 Hz) calculated using inverse wavelet transform. The tests have been shown to be sensitive to changes in healthy subjects and in patients with metabolic disorder such as type 2 diabetes and the metabolic syndrome. With exercise training being known as a preventative and treatment method for reversing endothelial dysfunction, such techniques can be an effective diagnostic methods to detect the exercise-dependent outcomes. Changes in LDF endothelial activity outcomes have been previously shown to be enhanced following exercise training; it is yet not known whether the newly developed technique Microtest can detect such exercise dependent outcomes. The aim of this study protocol is to determine, in healthy subjects, the clinically meaningful microcirculatory endothelial activity changes following a period of exercise training.

Mojtaba Kaviani

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Title: Glycemic index concept in practical application

Biography:

Mojtaba is currently a certified exercise physiologist with Canadian society of exercise physiology. He is also a member of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and National Strength Conditioning Association (NSCA). Mojtaba is finishing up his PhD in in exercise physiology and sport nutrition at the College of Kinesiology at U of Saskatchewan. He is serving as a seseional lecturer and research/teaching assistant at the college of kinesiolgy. He is also the director of strength and conditioning at Craven SPORT services in Saskatoon.

Abstract:

Brand-Miller et al, 2003 suggested that the GI is an approved scientific tool to provide healthier food choices amongst CHO-rich foods. However, its practical application to the lay public with or without any chronic diseases remains yet to be investigated. The past evidences have shown discrepancies as to whether or not low-GI food would be effective for the athletes, even though the exercise performance was not favorably affected compared with the high-GI foods. It could be confidently stated that low-GI foods might be a healthier choice for the athletes, as the high-GI foods failed to show significant improvement in the exercise performance. Carbohydrates with a low glycemic index (GI) result in a slow release of glucose into the bloodstream after digestion (Jenkins et al. 1981). This may be of benefit if consumed before endurance exercise since low-GI carbohydrates would supply a sustained source of energy to contracting muscle (Little et al. 2009a). The lower insulin response with consumption of low- versus high-GI carbohydrates may also be beneficial for substrate metabolism because high insulin levels inhibit fat lipolysis and oxidation (Horowitz et al. 1997; Sidossis et al. 1996) and, therefore, promote carbohydrate oxidation. My first two studies examined the effects of a low-glycemic index, lentil-based sports nutrition bar on cycling performance and soccer performance. My third study evaluated the effect of consuming lentil-based foods during recovery from exercise on next-day blood fat (triglyceride) and glucose levels.

Narges Elazidi

University of Benghazi, Libya

Title: The correlation between Biodex & lower body performance parameters

Biography:

Narges Elaidi has completed her MD from Arab Medical University and master of science in exercise physiology from University of Northern Colorado, USA. She is working as a lecturer in the Physiology Department at University of Benghazi, School of Medicine. Her focus is exercise therapy for cancer patients, functional assessment, weight management and women health & wellness.

Abstract:

Introduction: The Biodex system is an isolated joint isokinetic system, which allows one to measure the amount of strength produced at different velocity, isokinetic muscle loading consists of fixed speed of movement and variable resistance. Triple hop distance test (THD) is known as a valid predictor of lower limb strength and power. The purpose: the aim of our correlational study is to find the strength of the relation between Isokinetic test, vertical jump and triple-hop distance test as indictors of lower body strength. Methods: 10 male and female athletic college students are selected randomly as the subjects. Their body mass indexes (BMI) ware calculated from height and weight measurements. Isokinetic test, vertical jump (VJ) and triple-hop distance (THD) test were done and the leg dominance was determined by asking the subjects which leg they would use to kick the soccer ball. The SPSS package was used for statistical analysis. Results: we found that relationship between isokinetic tests, vertical jump and triple-hop distance test are low to moderate. The correlation coefficients values was in wide range from r=0.18-0.73 (p< .05). The highest correlation was between knee extension average peak torque 600 & horizontal jump (r=0.731, p <0.5) and the lowest correlation was between VJ and the knee flexion at 3300 (r= -0.335, p<0.5). Conclusion: The relation was moderate to low opposing our hypothesis.

Adele Broodryk

North-West University, South Africa

Title: Post-exercise effects of cold water immersion over a 48-hour recovery period on the physical and haematological parameters of male university-level rugby players

Biography:

Adele Broodryk has completed her Master’s degree in Sport Science in 2014 and is currently enrolled for her PhD degree in Sport Science. She completed her qualifications at the North-West University, Potchefstroom in South Africa. She is a Lecturer and qualified sport Scientist.

Abstract:

Background: Cold water immersion (CWI) is a popular recovery modality utilised. However, discrepancies exist regarding the results over a 48 hour recovery period. Aim: To evaluate the effects of CWI and passive recovery (PAR) on a range of haematological and physical parameters over a 48-hour using a cross-sectional, pre-post-test design. Subjects & Methods: Both the haematological and physical parameters were evaluated at baseline, after a 15-min fitness session, and at 0, 24 and 48 hours post-recovery in 23 male university rugby players. The CWI group sat in a cold water pool (8ºC) for 20 min whereas the PAR group remained seated. Results: At 0 hours post-CWI, 3 (blood lactate (BLa-), Sodium (Na+) and haemoglobin) returned to baseline values, however Vertical Jump Test (VJT) height results decreased whereas after PAR it improved. From 0 to 24 and/or 48 h, 4 (Partial Oxygen (PO2) VJT-height, plasma glucose, and Na+) significantly increased (p≤0.05) in either and/or both groups. Significant intergroup differences (p≤0.05) were noticed in the physical tests. Conclusions: PAR is superior as an acute modality (0 hours) due to CWI cooling the body down. However, CWI demonstrates advantageous over a 24-hour period in a wide range of haematological variables.

Annalisa Cogo

University of Ferrara, Italy

Title: Exercise and respiratory system: Is there room for improvement?

Biography:

Annalisa Cogo, MD is a Pulmonologist and Associate Professor of Exercise Science at University of Ferrara, Italy. She is the Director of Biomedical Sport Studies Center, the Educational Dean of the School of Exercise Science and Coordinator of Post-Graduate Medical School in Sport Science. She is the author of more than 100 scientific papers in national and international journals.

Abstract:

The pulmonary system has a crucial role in the performance and can be a limiting factor during exercise. What is known about exercise and respiratory function? It is known that regular physical activity is associated with higher ventilatory parameters and a slowdown of the physiological decline in pulmonary function. Another interesting topic is the analysis of breathing pattern. In fact, given ventilation can be achieved by different combinations of tidal volume and respiratory rate and a breathing pattern characterized by a higher tidal volume and a lower respiratory rate for the same ventilation is more efficient. Is it possible to exercise the ventilator capacity? The well-known information about this question is the reduction of ventilation for the same work rate, after a training program, but not much is known about other specific breathing training. The first point concerns the respiratory muscles. As breathing is a muscular exercise, it could also be trained. In fact, it has been shown that respiratory muscle training improves endurance exercise performance and time trials in healthy individuals with greater improvements in less fit individuals and in sports of longer durations. Also a regular yoga practice improves pulmonary function in healthy individuals. No information is available for athletes. The second point concerns the breathing pattern and in particular the possibility of training individuals or athletes to adopt a more efficient ventilatory pattern. Up to now there is no research devoted to this topic in athletes.

Md Sakibuzzaman

Sir Salimullah Medical College, Bangladesh

Title: Muscle mechanics and physiology behind exercise

Biography:

Md Sakibuzzaman has completed MBBS from Sir Salimullah Medical College, Dhaka, Bangladesh. He has participated in Indonesia International (bio)Medical Students’ Congress (INAMSC) 2013 as a representative from his medical college. He has also participated in First International Conference on Sports Medicine and Fitness 2015. Now he has been working as an intern at Sir Salimullah Medical College.

Abstract:

Exercise comprises of various entities. All kinds of exercises are basically workout of myofibril- the muscle fiber. A single motor unit has a bundle of myofibrils working in a congruous manner to exert a force against resistance. In term of various exercises white muscles mainly act in anaerobic exercises. Red muscles are for aerobic exercises. Whether white muscle has a large mass per motor unit, high ATPase activity and low myoglobin. On other hand red muscle has small mass, low ATPase activity and high myoglobin which imparts red color. Myofibril acts as a unit of muscle bundle in every kind of muscle. Where as myofibril has different protein fibers working for excitation-contraction coupling. Proteins of thin filaments are actin, tropomyosin and troponin. Myosin is the protein of thick filament. In case of exercise muscle contraction depends on the action of these filaments, either isotonic or isometric. Isotonic contraction occurs through cross bridge interaction of thick and thin filaments. ATP depletion is must for contraction. The load is given on a muscle in relaxed state is called preload. Though muscle has stretching property- by applying preload on a muscle, it stretches the muscle and generates passive tension. Muscle’s natural elasticity resists the stretch applied on it. The force of resistance is measured as passive tension. In anaerobic exercises there is high capacity for anaerobic glycolysis resulting lactic acidosis. And aerobic exercises do not produce such, so aerobic exercises are better for maintaining regular fitness and weight reduction. Whether anaerobic exercises are good for strength tolerance and body building. On the other hand exercise needs more circulation and heart needs to pump blood more frequently which results hypertrophy of heart muscle. This hypertrophy can cause cardiomyopathy in young athletes due to pressure overload on heart.

Session Introduction

Henrik C. Bäcker

Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne, Switzerland

Title: Paragliding related vertebral injuries

Biography:

Henrik C Bäcker has completed medical school at Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary. He has performed research at the University Hospital Heidelberg where he submitted his dissertation. Besides research and his work at the Department of General Surgery, Traumatology and Orthopaedics, he is the Team Physician of the American football club Lucerne as well as supervising different competitions. Internationally he is a member of ECOSEP (European College of Sports and Exercise Physicians) and AGA (Society for Arthroscopy and Joint Surgery) to participate in different projects.

Abstract:

Introduction: Paragliding is a common and popular air sport in Switzerland. Because of this, adventurous athletes are taking high risk for having fun and experience in air. Objective: We performed a retrospective study on vertebral column as well as spinal cord injuries related to paragliding. Method: Histories of patients of the last one and a half years were examined. There are only few publications on paragliding and related spinal column injuries. There are different classifications of which the most accurate one the Magerl AO classification is, which we used to evaluate our cases. Results: In total, 16 patients underwent an injury between April 2014 and October 2015, 11 were males and 5 females. The mean age was 38 years. The most frequent broken vertebral body was lumbal 1 (37.5%). Only 13 patients (81.25%) were admitted by search and rescue helicopter in accompany with an emergency physician. 81.25% of all patients crashed when paragliding were primarily examined in the trauma room of which 8 (50%) needed an emergency surgery. In total 5 (31.25%) patients suffered from paraplegia when discharged from hospital after an average hospitalization of 5 days. Those who had a spinal surgery stayed for 9.6 days in average, whereas the conservative treated patients stayed in average for 7.3 days. Surprisingly, 56.25% suffered from isolated vertebral injuries. Conclusion: Paragliding has high potential for serious injuries leading to spinal injuries. Athletes must be informed, aware of the danger and for further training programs. Also the first responder must perform careful primary survey to provide stabilization of airways – with stifneck -, breathing, circulation and especially demobilize the patient on vacuum mattress or spine board to avoid further injuries during the transfer to a high trauma care centre.

Kirill Alekseyev

Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, USA

Title: To identify the most common fencing injuries in variety of competitors

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Biography:

Dr. Kirill Alekseyev has completed his MBA at the age of 25 years from St. Joseph’s College after completing his undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University in Long Island, NY as a Division I student athlete. Dr. Alekseyev then went on to pursue his MD at American University of Antigua at the age of 29. Dr. Alekseyev is currently a 2nd year resident physician at Kingsbrook Rehabilitation Institute in Brooklyn, NY. He is the vice president of the resident’s committee at NY Society of PM&R (largest PM&R Society in US) with an option to be president next year. He is also a Special Olympics Coordinator for the past 3 years. He has published chapter, articles in various journals, books and databases. He has over 20 poster and oral presentations at various National Conferences. Dr. Alekseyev is a recipient of NY Society of PM&R recognition award in 2014 and this year’s recipient of Professionalism award from his current Residency Program at Kingsbrook Rehabilitation Institute, Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Alekseyev was a runner up for Vice Chair position for residents at Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) second largest PM&R national organization.

Abstract:

A brief survey was conducted at several Athletic Clubs in the Tri-State area to fencing athletes in order to identify the most common fencing injuries in the different levels of competitors which included Olympic Athletes. The different levels will include beginner, intermediate and advanced. Injuries from three different types of weapons used in fencing: foil, epee, and sabre was also evaluated. The ages of the athletes varied from minors to adults and was evaluted to whether their type of injury is consistent witht heir age. From 115 survey participant’s male to female ratio was 79 males and 36 females with an average age of 30.7 years old. Participant’s average years of experience were 11.6 with an average of 8.2 hours of training per week. The weapons of choice were Epee 101 followed by Foil 17 and by Sabre 4. Most participants considered themselves experts with 61, followed by Intermediate 41 and by beginners 12. From the participants 97 have experienced pain as a result of injury vs. 18 who did not experience any pain or setbacks. Mild injuries suffered in decreasing order included: knee 21, wrist 15, ankle 14, elbow 13, foot 11, lower back 10, shoulder 10, neck 6, hip 2, hamstring 2, heel 1. From the mild injuries 12 participants had 2 or more injuries, 7 participants had 3 or more injuries and 10 participants had 4 or more injuries. Moderate injuries suffered in decreasing order included: knee 25, ankle 18, foot 11, wrist 10, elbow 10, lower back 10, shoulder 9, hands 5, hip 4, neck 4, hamstring 2. From the moderate injuries 13 participants had 2 or more injuries, 8 participants had 3 or more injuries, 3 participants had 4 or more injuries and 1 had 5 or more injuries. Severe injuries suffered in decreasing order included: knee 9, lower back 8, ankle 7, elbow 5, shoulder 5, foot 2, wrist 2, hip 2, hands 1, hamstring 1. From the severe injuries 5 participants had 2 or more injuries, 1 participant had 3 or more injuries and 3 participants had 4 or more injuries. From the participants 58-seeked treatment vs. 45 who did not. From the participants 51 had a reoccurrence of their injury.

Jay Patel

Physiomove Rehab, USA

Title: Exploring the relationship of rotator muscle strength and rotation range of motion of the shoulder with the duration of play or shoulder pain in volleyball players with and without unilateral shoulder pain

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Biography:

Jay Patel is currently working as a clinical Physical Therapist at Physiomove Rehab, Langhorne, PA, USA. He completed his Master’s in Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy from Manipal University, India in 2009. Then he migrated to United States and is successfully licensed in NY since 2011, PA 2013 and TX 2014. He also serves as a Clinical Instructor of physical therapy for physical therapy assistant students from all major PA universities. He is a life member of Indian Association of Physiotherapists and Indian Association of Sports Medicine. He is specialized in “Upper and Lower Quarter Neurodynamics”, “Mulligan’s Techniques” and “Kinesio Taping”. Moreover, he has successfully treated wide range of musculoskeletal and sports injuries in patients of different age groups ranging from adolescents to older individuals. His area of expertise includes physiotherapeutic (conservative and pre/post-surgical) management of shoulder, hip, knee and ankle injuries. His philosophy of treating patients’ entails evidence based practice with correct education and he is well acclaimed for his clinical expertise.

Abstract:

Overuse injuries are common in the shoulder joint among volleyball players. The current study had 2 aims. The first was to correlate external-internal rotator strength ratio (E/I SR) and passive range of motion (PROM) of the shoulder with the duration of play in volleyball players. The second was to determine whether differences exist between dominant and non-dominant shoulders E/I SR or E/I PROM in volleyball players with and without unilateral shoulder pain. In this cross-sectional study, a convenience sample of 65 male volleyball players, aged 18-40 years, with (n=41) or without unilateral shoulder pain (n=24) was included. Shoulder external and internal rotator isometric strength and PROM were measured with a universal goniometer and a hand held dynamometer, respectively. Pearson correlation coefficient was used to find the association between shoulder E/I SR or E/I PROM and the duration of play in all players. A comparison of dominant and non-dominant E/I SR or E/I PROM among players with and without shoulder pain was done using paired t-test. No significant correlation was found between E/I SR or E/I PROM and the duration of play in players with and without pain. A statistically significant difference between the dominant and non-dominant E/I SR was noted in players with shoulder pain (p=0.018). Further, internal rotator strength (11.59±2.82 kg) was found to be more than external rotator strength (10.76±2.43 kg) in this group (p<0.010). No such difference was found in players without shoulder pain. No differences in E/I PROM between dominant and non-dominant shoulders were noted in either group. In summary, there was an imbalance in E/I SR with internal rotators being stronger than external rotators on the dominant (painful) side among volleyball players.

Maurilio Marcacci

Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute, Italy

Title: Surgical technique based on instantaneous flexion axis and vectorial dynamic analysis

Biography:

Maurilio Marcacci is a Full Professor of University of Bologna in the “Medical School”. He is the Head of IX Orthopedic Division and Biomechanics Laboratory at the Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute. His expertise is in sport medicine, knee reconstruction and regenerative osteo-articular surgery. He has published more than 190 articles in reputed journals, 6 monographs, 25 monograph’s chapters, 125 articles in national papers, 13 audiovisual. More than 300 attendances were at national and international congress as speaker and/or chairman. He has been serving as an Editorial Board Member of repute journals. The main research subjects are computer and robot assisted surgery; biotechnologies; clinical biomechanics; roentgen stereo-photogrammetry analysis (RSA); innovative surgical techniques.

Abstract:

Providing correct rotational alignment of femoral component in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is mandatory to achieve correct kinematics, good ligament balance and patellar tracking. Anatomical techniques are based on the acquisition of several landmarks, such as the transepicondylar line, the line tangent to the posterior condyles and the Whiteside line. Their localization is quite variable and surgeon dependent, which can lead to miscalculation in component positioning. Conversely, functional techniques identify functional references. These references are subject and joint-specific and depend only on the performed movement and not on the identification of specific anatomical landmarks. One of the methodologies already used in navigated TKA and based on a functional technique is the ‘‘functional flexion axis (FFA)’’ that aims to describe the motion of a rigid body as a rotation around and a translation along an instantaneous axis of rotation. On axial plane, osteoarthritis does not influence the evaluation of FFA, compared with healthy subjects. On the contrary, some differences have been found on frontal plane. Moreover, FFA changed significantly after TKA in the frontal plane, while in the axial plane, there was no difference between pre- and postoperative conditions. Finally, the position of the functional axis on frontal plane in preoperative conditions is dependent on native limb alignment, while on axial plane is not dependent on the amount of preoperative varus deformity. We concluded that this method reported good repeatability, demonstrating its usefulness for clinical purposes particularly to evaluate rotational positioning of the femoral component in the axial plane.

Chair

Sujata Khire

Welfare Medical Centre, UAE

Co-Chair

Kirill Alekseyev

Kingsbrook Rehabilitation Institute, USA

Session Introduction

Jonas R. Rudzki

The George Washington University School of Medicine, USA

Title: Clavicle fracture update: Treatment of sport-related clavicle fractures & injuries of the AC joint

Biography:

Jonas R Rudzki serves on the Evaluation Committee of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Board of Councilors. Active in the evaluation of current research, he serves as a Consultant Reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine, the Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, and the Journal of Knee Surgery. He completed his fellowship on the Sports Medicine & Shoulder Service at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York after his residency at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital of Washington University in St. Louis, Mo, USA. His research interests include rotator cuff injuries and surgical repairs, shoulder injury in overhead athletes, clavicle fractures, cartilage biology and transplantation, and trauma outcomes research. He is currently a Member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Abstract:

Clavicle fractures and acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries are incredibly common in both contact and non-collision sports. Historically, many of these injuries were treated conservatively but emerging data over the past 5-10 years has led to greater controversy in selecting the optimal treatment of these injuries in high-level athletes. We will present a case-based discussion and review of the literature with emerging research on the treatment of clavicle fractures as well as AC joint injuries. The interactive format will allow reviewing the diagnostic studies of choice, evidence-based surgical indications, and emerging surgical techniques. Potential complications and clinical outcomes of operative and non-operative treatment will be reviewed.

Vicki Cameron

Queen Margaret University, UK

Title: A gait analysis toolkit for the foot in rheumatoid arthritis: A case study

Biography:

Vicki Cameron is a Consultant Podiatrist. Her PhD investigated the effectiveness of foot orthoses in patients with inflammatory arthritis, using computerised three dimensional (3D) gait analyses. She won the prestigious Arthritis Research UK Silver Medal for her outstanding contribution to the care of patients with arthritis in 2011. She has published her research in a number of medical journals. She won Business Person of the Year at the Glasgow Business Awards 2013, and also won Best Start up Business in Scotland at the Lloyds TSB Enterprise Awards 2013. She consults for the Scottish Football Association, Celtic Football Club and Scottish Athletics Association. She is also a centre affiliate of Alzheimer Scotland.

Abstract:

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a symmetrical, small joint polyarthritis that typically affects the feet. Functional foot orthoses control abnormal mechanics of the foot thus providing a stable base for more efficient propulsion. The aim of this research study is to investigate the quantitative kinematic parameters of gait and dynamic plantar foot pressure distribution and thus to determine whether foot orthoses improves the studied gait parameters. Kinematic gait parameters were obtained using a three-dimensional (3D) motion analysis system (VICON 612, Oxford metrics, Oxford, England). Plantar pressure data were obtained using the Tekscan high resolution walkway and in-shoe measuring system. The hallux forefoot angle had an increased plantarflexion movement at toe-off of 40º with orthoses as compared to barefoot resulting in more efficient propulsion. The hindfoot floor angle also saw improvement in frontal plane movement with the total range of movement with the orthoses being 55º compared to the 30º when barefoot. With the Tekscan walkway, peak plantar pressure in the rearfoot was 179 Kilo Pascal’s (KPka) in the left and 176 KPka in the right foot. In-shoe plantar pressure in the rearfoot in both feet was reduced with orthoses use with a difference of 139 KPka in the left and 161 KPka in the right foot.

Olivier Materne

Aspire Academy, Qatar

Title: Return to Play after Injury in Youth Soccer: Where Do Growth and Maturation Fit into The Picture?

Biography:

Olivier Materne is a member of the National Sports Medicine Program of Qatar. He is working as Senior football physiotherapist in Aspire Academy and he is the physiotherapist for the U19 Qatar National Football Team. He has over 15 years of experience in the field of youth soccer development and rehabilitation. Olivier holds two Masters, in strength and conditioning and in science in football rehabilitation. He is currently a Ph.D. student at Edge Hill University, Liverpool. His research interest is on youth soccer development, particularly growth and maturation, and their relationship with injury, prevention, field rehabilitation and return to play.

Abstract:

Traumatic injury related to youth soccer has been widely described in the literature (Rumpf and Cronin, 2012), but scientific evidence on growth and maturation associated to epidemiological figures is still lacking (Faude et al., 2013). Adirim and Cheng (2003) reported that children engaged in sports involving activities such as jumping and cutting are at greater risk of growth related diseases. This type of problem is described as an overuse condition caused by the repetitive stress on the growth cartilage (DiFiori et al., 2014). In elite youth soccer, few studies have reported comprehensively on growth related injuries (Le Gall et al., 2006, Moore et al., 2012). This epidemiology report provides an outline of injuries associated with growth and maturation. Different to other literature, our study (Materne et al., 2016) demonstrated more growth related injuries, less muscle injuries and a peak injury incidence in the U15. Injury free survival analysis showed a substantial greater hazard ratio for players during peak height velocity, suggesting that somatic maturation is a potential risk factor. Although incidence of traumatic injuries was greater in different maturity status groups, overuse injuries resulted in a longer lay-off. The potential detrimental effect of injury during the growth spurt, resulting in a long lay-off, should encourage load monitoring, variety in the training programme and appropriate recovery periods in the development programmes of adolescent players. Further longitudinal research is required to continue to explore injury risk, and injury rehabilitation to optimise prevention and rehabilitation in elite youth soccer.

Maurilio Marcacci

Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute, Italy

Title: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction associated with extra-articular tenodesis: A prospective clinical and radiographic evaluation at long term follow-up

Biography:

Maurilio Marcacci is a Full Professor of University of Bologna in the “Medical School”. He is the Head of IX Orthopedic Division and Biomechanics Laboratory at the Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute. His expertise is in sport medicine, knee reconstruction and regenerative osteo-articular surgery. He has published more than 190 articles in reputed journals, 6 monographs, 25 monograph’s chapters, 125 articles in national papers, 13 audiovisual. More than 300 attendances were at national and international congress as speaker and/or chairman. He has been serving as an Editorial Board Member of repute journals. The main research subjects are computer and robot assisted surgery; biotechnologies; clinical biomechanics; roentgen stereo-photogrammetry analysis (RSA); innovative surgical techniques.

Abstract:

The persistence of rotatory laxity has been reported even after cases of uneventful ACL reconstruction, suggesting that a single-bundle intra-articular reconstruction could not be sufficient to completely restore rotational knee stability in certain patients. In 1993, we developed a unique surgical procedure that utilizes the hamstring tendons with intact tibial insertion distally for an intra-articular single bundle over-the top ACL reconstruction and extra-articular augmentation performed with the remnant part of the hamstring graft. At 11 years follow-up, the IKDC score demonstrated good or excellent results in 90.7% of patients. Ligament arthrometry using the KT-2000 arthrometer demonstrated that only 2 patients had >5 mm manual maximum side-to-side difference in laxity. The mean Tegner activity score was 4.5, while the mean Lysholm score was 97.3 and the mean subjective score was 90.0%. We evaluated the results of the latter technique with computer-assisted navigation and found that the addition of an extra-articular procedure to the single-bundle ACL reconstruction successfully controlled coupled tibial translation during the Lachman test and reduced anteroposterior laxity at 90° of flexion. The technique presented is a highly reproducible procedure in our hands, with a high percentage of satisfactory results, and eliminates the risk of surgical error that may be associated with placement of the femoral tunnel, it uses only 3 titanium staples for graft fixation, which results in a reduction of surgical costs, and it is capable of maintaining good stability, and without an increased rate of degenerative arthritis at more than 10 years’ follow-up.

Session Introduction

Sediqe Ebrahimipour

Birjand university, Iran

Title: The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental practitioners

Biography:

Sediqe Ebrahimipour recieved her Graduation as a General Dentist in 2001 and spent 2 years of dental commitment in Bandar Abbas- Iran till 2003. She worked 4 years as a General Dentist in the private office in south khorasan- Iran and accepted in the field of Endodontics in 2008. She received her Certified Board of Endodontics in 2011. She works as Assistant Professor and faculty member at the Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry Birjand University of Medical Sciences from 2011 till now.

Abstract:

Musculoskeletal disorders among dentists that caused due to physical conditions during dental procedures have become a serious health threat and impose many complications and heavy costs to the dentist and thus the community. In order to avoid these complications it is necessary to be known and be tackled the causative and predisposing factors. This study deals with the prevalence of occupational complications of dentists and its relation with some indicators. In this cross-sectional study, 116 dentists who were attended in a continuing education program were participated. A questionnaire consisted of three parts were distributed, 1) individual and demographic data 2) characteristics and professional history and 3) the presence or absence of pain in different parts of the body. The questionnaires were collected on the same day. Then the data were entered into the SPSS 18 software and were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests at 0.05 significant levels. 116 Dentists with an average age of 37/7 years participated in the study. 50% were male and 50% were female. 87 dentists (75%) had a painful disorder associated with musculoskeletal system, and only 29 dentists (25%) reported no pain. The highest incidence of disorders were in order: the neck pain (56.9%), shoulders pain (43.1%), back pain (43.1%), hand/wrist pain (28.4%) and hand/fingers pain (26.7%). The average number of painful limbs in each dentist was 2.71±2.1. 34.5% were currently under treatment. Data analysis revealed no significant differences in musculoskeletal disorders of studied population based on gender, work experience; work hours per day, using the dental assistant and the exercise. Considering the high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental practitioners and lack of knowledge with ergonomic principles, it seems that education modification and optimization of working environment and dental equipments, so that is proportional to the limitations and capabilities of individuals, should be included in the curriculum of dental students; and it should be continued during regular courses as preventive education and physical therapy as well as the measures taken for getting familiar with the new materials and modern equipments.

Session Introduction

Mahindokht Rouhikia

Arya Clinic, UAE

Title: Biofeedback treatment in sport rehabilitation

Biography:

Mahindokht Rouhikia has completed her Master’s degree in Mental Health from University of Rehabilitation & Social Welfare, Iran. She is a member of AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association), AAPB (Association of Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback) and AACPDM (American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine). For more than 10 years, she worked in Dubai as a Neurotherapist-OT, currently she is working as an Occupational Therapist. In addition, she used QEEG-Based assessment, neurofeedback and biofeedback treatment on variety of patients, which benefited richly in majority of cases.

Abstract:

Biofeedback has been used for more than 50 years in rehabilitation to facilitate normal movement patterns after injury, which use biomechanical measurements of different systems of human body which are involved in sport performance like neuromuscular system, respiratory system and cardiovascular system, etc. If anyone wants to improve their sport ability, they have to integrate their mind and body work together, and in this area neurofeedback (EEG biofeedback) with different kinds like physiological or rehab biofeedback have an approved benefit. Today, any Olympic team must have biofeedback training as a legal appliance to enhance their peak performance. With this method they can manage stress, control heart rate or breathing in a better way, improve reaction time, balance, muscle strengthening and injury healing faster than before. Several small controlled studies have shown that EEG biofeedback improves memory and cognitive function among people with brain injuries, for TBI, this therapy is rated between possibly and probably efficacious (levels 2 to 3 on a scale of 1-5 with 5 being the best). Neurofeedback help people to progress brain function and control in body function. When athletes participate in any activity they have to maintain physical strength, speed, endurance and best mood. On the other hand sport injuries recovery time and to rejoin the team is very important. Rehabilitation is an important part of treatment. New technologies in this can be helpful for better outcomes. Besides attention, concentration is also an important part of sport psychology. Several small controlled and moderately large clinical studies show that neurofeedback (brainwave biofeedback) significantly helps people with attention problem. This therapy is rated as efficacious (level 4 on a scale of 1-5 with 5 being the best). In conclusion, now-a-days we cannot ignore biofeedback treatment in sport rehabilitation. This is a simple, fast response, easy to use, side effect free, motivational and joyful treatment approach.

Ashokan Arumugam

Majmaah University, KSA

Title: The pitfalls of self-plagiarism: Implications for physical therapy research

Biography:

Dr. Ashokan Arumugam is an Assistant Professor in Physical Therapy at the College of Applied Medical Sciences, Majmaah University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He received his PhD from the School of Physiotherapy, University of Otago, New Zealand in May 2014. He has sixteen peer-reviewed publications in international journals. He has worked as a clinician and/or an academic in various capacities at many institutions in India and New Zealand. He is an editorial board member of eight international peer-reviewed journals. He has been a peer-reviewer of manuscripts for more than twelve international journals. He has also been a resource person for seminars/workshops on Manual Therapy and Manuscript Writing at some institutions in India.

Abstract:

The practice of research without involving in any scientific misconduct or academic malpractice is ideally expected from every researcher. Plagiarism is a form of unethical research practice which involves copying of others work and claiming as one’s own asset without citing the original source of that work. Despite the fact that plagiarism violates the ethics in writing and publishing, it has not been eradicated yet. This study focuses on the prevalence, types, and consequences of self-plagiarism, and also the ways to combat this issue, which a Physical Therapy researcher must know. Surprisingly, the definition of plagiarism does not include self-plagiarism as such. Self-plagiarism is typically defined as reusing one’s previously published work in their following publications without clearly citing their previous work. Moreover, self-plagiarism includes text recycling, redundant publication, augmented publication, and salami-slicing/segmented publication. Self-plagiarism can lead to copyright infringement, excessive loading of editorial and peer-review strategies, and manuscript retraction. ‘Self-citation’ is a useful strategy to prevent self-plagiarism. However, all authors must adhere to the recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics to prevent any form of plagiarism. Some software or databases such as Déjà vu, eTBLAST , Cross-Check, WCopyfind, and SPlaT can be used by the authors to detect self-plagiarism before publishing their work. In summary, self-plagiarism infringes the writing and publishing ethics, and appropriate measures should be followed by every Physical Therapy researcher to detect, combat, and prevent this form of research malpractice.

Sujata Khire

Kinesiotaping Instructor

Title: Kinesio taping – Why it works and how it works?

Biography:

Sujata Khire has completed her Masters in Physiotherapy with specialization in Cardio pulmonary rehabilitation. She has been into clinical practice for more than 12 years, with major interests and exposure in the field of musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. She is certified Kinesiotaping Instructor from the Kinesiotaping Association International, USA. She is also a certified Dry Needling Instructor from The Dry Needling Institute, South Africa. She is currently on a private practice in Dubai.

Abstract:

Introduction: Kinesio-taping is gaining increasing popularity and is being used as a tool of choice in the treatment of many clinical conditions. It can be used right from the acute to chronic stages of rehabilitation. Conditions treated by the tape include but are not limited to acute ankle sprains, AC joint pain, Achilles tendinitis, shin splints, carpel tunnel syndrome, bursitis, lymphoedema, menstrual pain; pregnancy related back pain, headaches, malfunction of patella, ligament and meniscal injuries, sinus pain etc. Objective: The aim of the presentation is to study the physiological effects and scientific basis behind the effectiveness of the Kinesio tape. How it works and why it works? Philosophy: The tape is designed to behave similar to that of human skin. The human skin is the largest sensory organ of our body, through which desired motor outputs can be achieved. Thus application of the tape on selected sensory receptors on the skin can give us the desired therapeutic motor effect. This means that we use the tape to reduce pain, swelling, inflammation, to facilitate or inhibit motor function of the muscles, to provide pro-prioceptive stimulus, to facilitate drainage of lymph through lymphatics and so much more. Mechanism of action: Kinesio tape when applied to the skin with minimal tension creates convolutions under the skin, which in turn increases the space under the skin to promote healing and channelize the flow of fluids away from and into the affected area to promote healing of an injured tissue. This forms the basis of the healing process in the acute phases of rehab. Applications and different tape tensions thereafter change to modulate the body’s healing mechanisms while still giving it a protected environment to avoid further damage and enhance tissue healing and correct function. Properties of the tape: The tape is hypo-allergic, can be used for geriatric to pediatric populations, latex free, can be used during sports, including in water to correct function, is durable and stays on for 3-5 days once applied. It was invented to be a therapeutic prescription in between the physiotherapy treatment sessions, so the effects of treatment persist for the next session

Salaheddin Sharif

University of Benghazi, Libya

Title: The importance of cardiac rehab in CAD is more than just exercise

Biography:

Salaheddin Sharif has completed his MD from Arab Medical University, Libya, General Surgery Residency at University Teaching Hospital, and MS in Clinical Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University, USA. He is a Physician of sport medicine at the Libyan Football Federation and a registered clinical exercise Physiologist at American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). He is a Lecturer in the Physiology Department at the University of Benghazi, School of Medicine. His focus is pre-participation screening of athletes, functional assessment, cardiopulmonary rehab, weight management, sports nutrition, and injury prevention. He considers sports as essential part of his life and has earned a black belt from the International Karate Organization Kyokushin Kaikan – I.K.O Matsushima.

Abstract:

The term Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR) refers to coordinated, multifaceted interventions designed to optimize a cardiac patient’s physical, psychological, and social functioning, in addition to stabilizing, slowing, or even reversing the progression of the underlying atherosclerotic processes, thereby reducing morbidity and mortality. CR is recommended useful and effective by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACA) in the treatment of patients with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). Cardiac rehabilitation, aims at returning the patient back to normal functioning in a safe and effective manner and to enhance the psychosocial and vocational state of the patient. A meta-analysis based on a review of 48 randomized trials that compared outcomes of exercise-based rehabilitation with usual medical care, showed a reduction of 20% in total mortality and 26% in cardiac mortality rates, with exercise-based rehabilitation compared with usual medical care. Comprehensive CR should include the following components: clinical evaluation, optimization of pharmacotherapy, physical training, psychological rehabilitation, evaluation and reduction of coronary disease risk factors, life style modification, and patient education. Comprehensive CR should be addressed by the designated team (Physician, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Physiotherapist, Nurse, Psychologist, Dietician, Social worker). The safety of cardiac rehabilitation exercise programs is well established, and the occurrence of major cardiovascular events during supervised exercise is extremely low. As hospital stays decrease, cardiac rehabilitation is assuming an increasingly important role in secondary prevention. Modern model of comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation should be initiated as early as possible.

Paul George

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Dubai Hospital, UAE

Title: Physiotherapy management of meniscal repair- A post-surgical affair.

Biography:

Paul George is a post-graduate in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from Sheffield Hallam University, in Sheffield UK. and is currently working as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in Dubai Hospital. Prior to the current job, he worked for The Royal London Hospital, NHS London, as a Clinical Physiotherapist and a lecturer. He has presented research papers in two different international conferences one of which was the International Emirates Physiotherapy Conference held in Dubai in the year 2008. He is a member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapists, UK.

Abstract:

Mensical repair remains as a challenge in rehabilitation simply because of the limited blood supply it recieves and also the additional forces which plays along post surgery. It is of prime importance to replace the graft and sutures in the right anatomic manner as it becomes the chief cornerstone for rehabilitation of a repaired meniscus. The goal of rehabilitation in an athlete is to restore function based on individual needs, considering the type of surgical procedure, which meniscus was repaired, the presence of coexisting knee pathology (particularly ligamentous laxity or articular cartilage degeneration), the type of meniscal tear, the patient's age, preoperative knee status (including time between injury and surgery), decreased range of motion or strength, and the patient's athletic expectations and motivations. Progressive weight bearing and joint stress are necessary to enhance the functionality of the meniscal repair; however, excessive shear forces may be disruptive. Prolonged knee immobilization after surgery can result in the rapid development of muscular atrophy and greater delays in functional recovery. Clinicians who rehabilitate patients with meniscal injuries should be familiar with normal meniscal anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics as they apply to surgery and rehabilitation. Historically, the lack of appreciation for normal meniscal function resulted in total surgical removal, prompting a proliferation of knee joint OA. Innovations in surgical techniques have led to increased meniscal tissue preservation to minimize the long-term sequelae after injury. Well-designed, longitudinal studies of surgical and rehabilitation outcomes are imperative to determine the actual efficacy of any of these procedures with regard to patient function and satisfaction.

Session Introduction

Andrea Metcalf

ACE Health Coach, USA

Title: Sea to Supplement: Sports Nutrition from the Sea

Biography:

Will be updated soon

Abstract:

Abstract: Sea to Supplement: Sports Nutrition from the Sea Information on benefits and research on Blue-green algae ( Spirulina ) and Red Algae (Astaxanthin) - How to Supplement Performance - Benefits of Spirulina and Astaxanthin - Component breakdown - Synthetic vs Natural

Co-Chair

Salaheddin Sharif

University of Benghazi, Libya

Session Introduction

Dror Tamir

Founder, Steak TzarTzar, Israel

Title: Steak TzarTzar – Delivering Protein from Edible Grasshoppers

Biography:

Dror Tamir is a Co-Founder & CEO of Steak TzarTzar. He has over 20 years' experience in strategy planning and finance management, Cellcom; he is also a Founder of numerous companies including several food/nutrition. Mr. Dror has his personal passion to improve this world for our children by improving their health and development through better nutrition.

Abstract:

Protein is an important component in our diet and essential for the healthy development of athlets. Today’s protein alternatives often have disadvantages: [high levels of] cholesterol or saturated fat, lactose, harmful to the environment, and expensive. Grasshoppers provide the perfect alternative: healthy (no saturated fat/cholesterol/gluten/lactose or salt), affordable and sustainable (20 times more efficient than dairy production). They are already considered a delicacy by over 1 billion people in Africa, Asia, Central America, and the Middle East. Delivering it as protein powder will enable athletes in Western world countries pass the ‘yuck’ factor and enjoy a healthier protein source while limiting the impact on the environment.

Chair

Sediqe Ebrahimipour

Birjand university, Iran

Session Introduction

Sediqe Ebrahimipour

Birjand University, Iran

Title: The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental practitioners

Biography:

Sediqe Ebrahimipour recieved her Graduation as a General Dentist in 2001 and spent 2 years of dental commitment in Bandar Abbas- Iran till 2003. She worked 4 years as a General Dentist in the private office in south khorasan- Iran and accepted in the field of Endodontics in 2008. She received her Certified Board of Endodontics in 2011. She works as Assistant Professor and faculty member at the Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry Birjand University of Medical Sciences from 2011 till now.

Abstract:

Musculoskeletal disorders among dentists that caused due to physical conditions during dental procedures have become a serious health threat and impose many complications and heavy costs to the dentist and thus the community. In order to avoid these complications it is necessary to be known and be tackled the causative and predisposing factors. This study deals with the prevalence of occupational complications of dentists and its relation with some indicators. In this cross-sectional study, 116 dentists who were attended in a continuing education program were participated. A questionnaire consisted of three parts were distributed, 1) individual and demographic data 2) characteristics and professional history and 3) the presence or absence of pain in different parts of the body. The questionnaires were collected on the same day. Then the data were entered into the SPSS 18 software and were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests at 0.05 significant levels. 116 Dentists with an average age of 37/7 years participated in the study. 50% were male and 50% were female. 87 dentists (75%) had a painful disorder associated with musculoskeletal system, and only 29 dentists (25%) reported no pain. The highest incidence of disorders were in order: the neck pain (56.9%), shoulders pain (43.1%), back pain (43.1%), hand/wrist pain (28.4%) and hand/fingers pain (26.7%). The average number of painful limbs in each dentist was 2.71±2.1. 34.5% were currently under treatment. Data analysis revealed no significant differences in musculoskeletal disorders of studied population based on gender, work experience; work hours per day, using the dental assistant and the exercise. Considering the high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental practitioners and lack of knowledge with ergonomic principles, it seems that education modification and optimization of working environment and dental equipments, so that is proportional to the limitations and capabilities of individuals, should be included in the curriculum of dental students; and it should be continued during regular courses as preventive education and physical therapy as well as the measures taken for getting familiar with the new materials and modern equipments.

Sediqe Ebrahimipour

Birjand University, Iran

Title: The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental practitioners

Biography:

Sediqe Ebrahimipour recieved her Graduation as a General Dentist in 2001 and spent 2 years of dental commitment in Bandar Abbas- Iran till 2003. She worked 4 years as a General Dentist in the private office in south khorasan- Iran and accepted in the field of Endodontics in 2008. She received her Certified Board of Endodontics in 2011. She works as Assistant Professor and faculty member at the Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry Birjand University of Medical Sciences from 2011 till now.

Abstract:

Musculoskeletal disorders among dentists that caused due to physical conditions during dental procedures have become a serious health threat and impose many complications and heavy costs to the dentist and thus the community. In order to avoid these complications it is necessary to be known and be tackled the causative and predisposing factors. This study deals with the prevalence of occupational complications of dentists and its relation with some indicators. In this cross-sectional study, 116 dentists who were attended in a continuing education program were participated. A questionnaire consisted of three parts were distributed, 1) individual and demographic data 2) characteristics and professional history and 3) the presence or absence of pain in different parts of the body. The questionnaires were collected on the same day. Then the data were entered into the SPSS 18 software and were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests at 0.05 significant levels. 116 Dentists with an average age of 37/7 years participated in the study. 50% were male and 50% were female. 87 dentists (75%) had a painful disorder associated with musculoskeletal system, and only 29 dentists (25%) reported no pain. The highest incidence of disorders were in order: the neck pain (56.9%), shoulders pain (43.1%), back pain (43.1%), hand/wrist pain (28.4%) and hand/fingers pain (26.7%). The average number of painful limbs in each dentist was 2.71±2.1. 34.5% were currently under treatment. Data analysis revealed no significant differences in musculoskeletal disorders of studied population based on gender, work experience; work hours per day, using the dental assistant and the exercise. Considering the high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental practitioners and lack of knowledge with ergonomic principles, it seems that education modification and optimization of working environment and dental equipments, so that is proportional to the limitations and capabilities of individuals, should be included in the curriculum of dental students; and it should be continued during regular courses as preventive education and physical therapy as well as the measures taken for getting familiar with the new materials and modern equipments.