Stakeholders’ perspectives on community reintegration after spinal cord injury in South Africa by Eugene Nizeyimana, Quinette A. Louw, Joliana Phillips, Conran Joseph

“…Methods: A qualitative exploratory descriptive design was used. Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted and audio-recorded. …”
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Fractional-order SIR model for ADHD as a neurobiological and genetic disorder by Zeeshan Afzal, Mansoor Alshehri

“…The study also integrates optimal control theory, introducing time-dependent control functions representing prevention and treatment efforts. …”
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It is harder for me: A thematic analysis of lived experience of self-care, and its relationship with self-injurious behaviors in psychiatric patients by Jonas Bjärehed, Hanna Grenner, Sara Pavlovic, Magnus Nilsson

“… Self-injury is associated with significant psychological distress and functional impairments, including difficulties with self-care. …”
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Hip Active Range of Motion in Patients with Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome by Łukasz Stołowski, Gino Kerkhoffs, Tomasz Piontek

“…This study introduces IMU-based ROM evaluation as a promising tool for diagnosing and monitoring FAIS, providing insights into functional impairments that can be used to guide targeted interventions.…”
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A matter of climbing: The first suitability index for artificial water sites to assess architectural barriers for amphibians – A practical tool for ecologists, managers, and conser... by Antonio Romano

“…Developing the ASI involves considering a range of ecological indicators that reflect the functionality of these artificial aquatic ecosystems. …”
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Nitrogen single and multiple breath washout test and lung imaging to detect treatment-related pulmonary toxicity in paediatric cancer patients and survivors: a systematic review by Christine Schneider, Christa Koenig, Maša Žarković, Enno Stranzinger, Tania M. Rivero, Jochen Rössler, Claudia E. Kuehni, Philipp Latzin, Christina Schindera, Jakob Usemann

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Health literacy in context: struggling to self-manage diabetes – a longitudinal qualitative study by Xavier Debussche, Maryvette Balcou-Debussche, Delphine Ballet, Jessica Caroupin-Soupoutevin

“…The relationships of participants in each of the eight themes were differentiated, ranging from functional to interactive and critical. Treatment and follow-up were essentially functional, while diet and exercise remained more interactive. …”
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Personalized EEG-guided brain stimulation targeting in major depression via network controllability and multi-objective optimization by Aihua Wang, Jingnan Sun

“…Spectral graph embedding and structural controllability theory were applied to identify candidate stimulation targets. …”
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Characteristics of non-suicidal self-injury and its associations with gender minority stressors among Hungarian transgender and gender diverse adults by Banu C. Ünsal, Zsolt Demetrovics, Melinda Reinhardt

“…Those who engaged in NSSI previously were significantly younger compared to those without NSSI. Structural equation model (SEM), examining the associations among gender minority stressors and functions of NSSI, revealed that proximal stressors mediated the link between distal stressors and intrapersonal functions of NSSI. …”
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Enhancement of mechanochemical self-blocking and self-healing of early minor damages in polymers through hyperbranched architecture by M. X. Li, M. Z. Rong, M. Q. Zhang

“…By taking advantage of the cascading variation of the two types of metal-ligand complexations under the applied force, the growth of minor damages is firstly blocked, and then rehabilitation of the blocked damages takes place without manual intervention. Moreover, the experimental results indicate that the specific structure of hyperbranched macromolecules, which possess plenty of functional groups and great mobility, benefits to construct a stronger network with rapid response than that derived from the linear macromolecules. …”
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Quality of Life Following High-Intensity Rehabilitation Programme After Total Knee Arthroplasties by Khalid H. Alzahrani, Dhuha A. Al Hazmi, Shahad S. Al Juaid, Abdan Bin Sayeed, Ibrahim Alramadhani, Mazen M. Tayeb, Rabab S. Zaghlol

“…Assessments of QoL and function were conducted preoperatively and at 4,12, and 24 weeks postoperatively using the Western Ontario McMaster Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), 12-Item ShortForm Health Survey (SF-12) and Barthel Index.Results: Significant improvements were observed in pain, stiffness, physical function, and overall QoL at all post-intervention time points (p<0.05). …”
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Gamification of Incentive Spirometry in Trauma Patients: Protocol for a Prospective, Observational Feasibility Study by Areen Al-Dhoon, Arthur Grimes, Carma Goldstein, Peter Spronk, R Shayn Martin, Aarti Sarwal

“…While preliminary observations related to potential clinical efficacy (eg, respiratory function and adherence) are of interest, structured clinical or physiological end points are not included in this protocol for a pilot study and are planned for future trials. …”
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Spatiotemporal 3D chromatin organization across multiple brain regions during human fetal development by Yaoyu Sun, Min Li, Chao Ning, Lei Gao, Zhenbo Liu, Suijuan Zhong, Junjie Lv, Yuwen Ke, Xinxin Wang, Qiang Ma, Zeyuan Liu, Shuaishuai Wu, Hao Yu, Fangqi Zhao, Jun Zhang, Qian Gong, Jiang Liu, Qian Wu, Xiaoqun Wang, Xuepeng Chen

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Outcomes of surgical treatment of thyroid disease in children by Olga S. Rogova, Lubov N. Samsonovа, Goar F. Okminyan, Elena V. Kiseleva, Oleg Yu. Latyshev, Elvira P. Kasatkina, Mikhail I. Pykov, Aleksey B. Okulov, Kirill K. Mirakov

“…The results obtained demonstrate the heterogeneity of surgical treatment outcomes structure which depends on the surgical intervention volume.…”
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Buddhist ordination as a culturally embedded model for improving diet, body composition, and sleep quality in overweight and obese adults by Phrarajvarjirayanamethi Chatchai Moosan, Phim On Suklaew, Charoonsri Chusak, Thanaporn Kaewpradup, Kritmongkhon Kamonsuwan, Sirichai Adisakwattana

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Creation and validation of a daily task reminder clock for people with dementia in a Pune dementia center by Aarti Rahul Gaikwad, Sheela Upendra

“…Dementia impairs cognitive functions, complicating daily routines and management of everyday tasks. …”
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Cumulative health burden and adjustment challenges following road traffic injuries: a controlled prospective study by Ilaria Pozzato, Yvonne Tran, Mohit Arora, Candice McBain, James W. Middleton, Ian D. Cameron, Ashley Craig

“…The ICF Components—Impairments in Body Functions and Structures, Limitations in Activity, Restrictions to Participation, Environmental and Personal Contextual Factors—were used to link and categorize data and compare outcomes, allowing comprehensive evaluation of RTI-related burden and adjustment challenges. …”
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Investigating family members’ experiences of the implementation and effectiveness of a youth-focused suicide aftercare service: a qualitative study by Marianne Webb, Hannah Richards, Michelle Lamblin, Dzenana Kartal, Pemma Davies, Natasha Swingler, Jo Robinson

“…Conclusions Overall, the youth aftercare service met the needs of family members, who report significant improvements in family functioning and mental health. Key areas for improvement are the referral and discharge processes, which were often opaque and burdensome. …”
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Look at My Body: It Tells of Suffering—Understanding Psychiatric Pathology in Patients Who Suffer from Headaches, Restrictive Eating Disorders, or Non-Suicidal Self-Injuries (NSSIs... by Diletta Cristina Pratile, Marika Orlandi, Adriana Carpani, Martina Maria Mensi

“…<b>Methods</b>: Sixty adolescent patients (51 female; mean age = 15.34 ± 1.80) were divided into three groups: headaches, restrictive eating disorders, and NSSI, and assessed for differences in symptoms, cognitive performance, personality, functioning, and illness severity using semi-structured interviews, clinician-based scales, and performance-based tests like the Rorschach inkblot test, according to the Rorschach Performance Assessment System (R-PAS). …”
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Identification and bioinformatics analysis of the DUS gene in Eimeria media by Yijin Zou, Yiyan Wang, Diyi Duan, Xun Suo, Yuanyuan Zhang

“…Abstract This study aims to explore the coding sequence (CDS) of the putative DUS gene in Eimeria media and assess its potential biological functions during the parasite's lifecycle. Initially, oocysts were isolated from fecal samples of rabbits infected with E. media, from which DNA and RNA were extracted. …”
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