Effectiveness of an Inpatient Movement Disorders Program for Patients with Atypical Parkinsonism by Anna D. Hohler, Jyeming M. Tsao, Douglas I. Katz, T. Joy DiPiero, Christina L. Hehl, Alissa Leonard, Valerie Allen, Maura Gardner, Heidi Phenix, Marie Saint-Hilaire, Terry Ellis

“…This paper investigated the effectiveness of an inpatient movement disorders program for patients with atypical parkinsonism, who typically respond poorly to pharmacologic intervention and are challenging to rehabilitate as outpatients. …”
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Adenosine deficiency facilitates CA1 synaptic hyperexcitability in the presymptomatic phase of a knockin mouse model of Alzheimer disease by Mattia Bonzanni, Alice Braga, Takashi Saito, Takaomi C. Saido, Giuseppina Tesco, Philip G. Haydon

“…We show that this aberrant excitability is associated with a deficient adenosine tone, an inhibitory neuromodulator, driven by reduced levels of CD39/73 enzymes, responsible for the extracellular ATP-to-adenosine conversion. Both pharmacologic (adenosine kinase inhibitor) and non-pharmacologic (ketogenic diet) restorations of the adenosine tone successfully normalize hippocampal neuronal activity. …”
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Potential Utilization of Ipomoea pes-caprae (L.) R. Br. in the Coastal Forest Petanahan Kebumen District by Frita Kusuma Wardhani, Erny Poedjirahajoe

“…Vegetation that grows in coastal forests has high economic potential, one of which is caused by the high bioactive substances that have pharmacological properties. One species that has high potential as a source of natural medicine is Ipomoea pes-caprae (L.) …”
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Motor Function in Irritable Bowel Syndrome by Michael Camilleri

“…In summary, the weight of clinical, physiological and pharmacological evidence supports a role of abnormal motility in IBS.…”
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Conhecimento dos pacientes com câncer avançado sobre seu diagnóstico e modalidade de tratamento by Leonel dos Santos Silva, Ana Paula Felicio de Lima, Cleo Watanabe Pisaia, Lourdes Maria Rosinski Lima Gomes, Natália Naome Oshiro, Paulo Ricardo Bittencourt Guimarães, Luciana de Alcantara Nogueira, Luciana Puchalski Kalinke

“…ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the knowledge of patients with advanced cancer regarding their diagnosis and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. …”
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The Effect of Stress Ball on Anxiety and Pain Levels in Angiography: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Dilan Yüksel, Dilek Güneş

“…Stress ball intervention may serve as a beneficial adjunct to pharmacological treatments. This study underscores the potential of nonpharmacological interventions in enhancing patient comfort during invasive procedures.…”
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Confronting the anxiety of Generation Z: electroacupuncture therapy regulates oxidative stress and microglia activity in amygdala-basolateral of socially isolated mice by Tong Yin, Junyun Yuan, Lu Liu, Yinxin Wang, Yuanfang Lin, Kangwen Ming, Hang Lv

“…Despite the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments, challenges such as medication resistance, adverse side effects, and the high rate of relapse necessitate the exploration of alternative therapies. …”
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Valproate in Conversion Disorder: A Case Report by Antonino Messina, Anna Maria Fogliani

“…Few data are in literature about the pharmacological treatment of conversion disorder and there are not any studies about the use of Valproate extended release (ER) in treating conversion disorder. …”
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Prevention and treatment of cerebral vasospasm following aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage by Kyle McGrath, Grace Hey, Ghaidaa Ebrahim, Noah Gilberstadt, David Mahan, Brandon Lucke-Wold

“…Post-hemorrhage cerebral vasospasm (PHCV) occurs through a complex pathophysiology, and numerous pharmacologic agents, including vasodilators, anti-inflammatories, and fibrinolytics, as well as endovascular techniques have been used to prevent and/or treat PHCV. …”
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Behavioral Intervention versus Pharmacotherapy or Their Combinations in the Management of Overactive Bladder Dysfunction by Khanh Tran, Robert M. Levin, Shaker A. Mousa

“…There are numerous treatment options for OAB, including behavioral therapy, traditional pharmacological therapy or a combination of the two. These options are considered the mainstay of treatment for OAB. …”
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Cerebral Cavernous Malformation: From Genetics to Pharmacotherapy by Zhuangzhuang Zhang, Jianwen Deng, Weiping Sun, Zhaoxia Wang

“…This review aims to explore the genetic mutations, molecular mechanisms, and pharmacological interventions related to CCM. Methods Literatures on the genetic mechanisms and pharmacological treatments of CCM can be searched in PubMed and Web of Science. …”
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Pain management in hospitalized infants: recommendations for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by Danton Matheus de Souza, Caroline Knoner Monteiro, Lisabelle Mariano Rossato

“…Results: all infants underwent at least one painful procedure, but only 13.7% had documented pain. Pharmacological interventions, such as fentanyl (25.9%), and non-pharmacological interventions, such as breastfeeding encouragement (86%) were used. …”
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Research and development of Cordyceps in Taiwan by Ching-Peng Chiu, Tsong-Long Hwang, You Chan, Mohamed El-Shazly, Tung-Ying Wu, I-Wen Lo, Yu-Ming Hsu, Kuei-Hung Lai, Ming-Feng Hou, Shyng-Shiou Yuan, Fang-Rong Chang, Yang-Chang Wu

“…Natural Cordyceps sinensis with parasitic hosts is difficult to be collected and the recent findings on its potential pharmacological functions, resulted in skyrocketing prices. …”
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Prophylactic analgesic effect of paracetamol and ibuprofen in the extraction of teeth in children by Mery Cecilia Paccini Torres, Rafael Morales Vadillo

“…Conclusions: Analgesic prophylaxis is an effective alternative to conventional post-surgical pharmacological treatment. Ibuprofen and Paracetamol are drugs with similar efficacy for this purpose, despite presenting different pharmacological action.…”
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Validation Strategy for Pulmonary Vein Isolation in Patients With Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation in Long-Term Maintaining Sinus Rhythm: A Randomized Controlled Study by Xinyu Li, Houdeng Yu, Shihuang Lai, Yaqi Liao, Yihong Yang, Kejun Tian, Yiming Zhong, Xinguang Chen

“…However, rigorous validation and additional ablation of the resulting connections do not improve long-term outcomes when a protocol that includes electrophysiological confirmation and pharmacological validation is used.…”
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Multistrategic Approaches in the Treatment of Acute Migraine During Pregnancy: The Effectiveness of Physiotherapy, Exercise, and Relaxation Techniques by Özge Baykan Çopuroğlu, Mehmet Çopuroğlu

“…Pregnancy poses unique challenges for migraine management due to hormonal changes and the limited use of pharmacological treatments. Non-pharmacological interventions, such as physiotherapy, exercise, and relaxation techniques, offer promising alternatives for managing migraines during this critical period. …”
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Therapeutic potential of phytocompounds of Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst (literature review) by O.O. Nikitina, D.S. Tsyba

“…The aim of the work was to evaluate the pharmacological effects and therapeutic potential of individual compounds and extracts of B. monnieri based on the analysis of data from scientific periodicals regarding chemical composition and biological action. …”
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Comprehensive Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Role of Metformin in Addressing Metabolic and Endocrine Dysregulation by Martyna Kaźmierczak, Jakub Parys, Agnieszka Mikosińska, Patrycja Kałuziak, Marta Jajaczak, Maciej Mossakowski, Aleksandra Witek, Mateusz Litwin, Stanisław Jesionek

“…Additional therapeutic strategies, including non-pharmacological measures and other pharmacological agents, play a vital role in a comprehensive treatment plan for PCOS. …”
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AMPK regulates the maintenance and remodelling of the neuromuscular junction by Sean Y. Ng, Andrew I. Mikhail, Stephanie R. Mattina, Salah A. Mohammed, Shahzeb K. Khan, Eric M. Desjardins, Changhyun Lim, Stuart M. Phillips, Gregory R. Steinberg, Vladimir Ljubicic

“…Method: A comprehensive, multifaceted approach was employed, integrating genetic, physiological, and pharmacological methodologies to elucidate the role of skeletal muscle AMPK in modulating the neuromuscular synapse. …”
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Triple jump for the optimal management of psoriatic arthritis: diet, sleep and exercise – a review by Ennio Lubrano, Kurt de Vlam, Rik Lories, Silvia Scriffignano, Fabio Massimo Perrotta, Mario Ronga

“…In this context, non-pharmacological approaches, including diet modifications, an adequate sleep quality and physical activity could provide additional benefits. …”
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