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BackgroundStroke remains a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide. Acupuncture has been increasingly integrated into post-stroke rehabilitation programs, yet evidence regarding combined acupuncture protocols rem...

Abstract Background Cold water immersion (CWI) is a common method of post-exercise recovery, but the optimal protocols are not well understood. The lack of exercise-specific guidelines has caused confusion on how CWI sho...

Xiaodong Feng,1 Yuqing Miao,2 Chenhai Zheng,3 Shuai Yuan,3 Jie Qin3 1Department of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Spleen Thyroid Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, 110016, People’s Republic of C...

Drug discovery research faces significant challenges, with around 90 % of candidate drugs failing in clinical trials. Traditional animal models do not always accurately reflect human physiology and pathology, leading to ...

BackgroundResting metabolic rate (RMR) prediction equations used today often rely on the consideration of binary sex. Significant intrasex variability and a lack of data on diverse populations raise concerns about these ...

The pejerrey, Odontesthes bonariensis, is being considered for aquaculture due to its high demand and market price. Reproduction and larviculture studies have demonstrated the feasibility of massive fingerling production...

BackgroundRepetitive peripheral magnetic stimulation (rPMS), a representative non-invasive neuromodulation technique, is widely utilized for the recovery of motor dysfunction following stroke. Although its clinical effic...

Introduction:Orthopedic and musculoskeletal pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and many patients continue to experience suboptimal relief despite advances in pharmacological and physical therapies. Magnetic...

Background: Lateral elbow tendinopathy (LET) is a common musculoskeletal disorder caused by overuse, resulting in microtrauma to the extensor tendons. Because of its complex pathophysiology and high recurrence rate, LET ...

Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) remains a leading cause of mortality and long-term disability worldwide. Endovascular mechanical thrombectomy (EVT) has revolutionized stroke treatment by enabling rapid recanalization of occl...

Fine‑tuning dietary folate and allied micronutrients may curb early embryo loss and boost litter success in domestic rabbits. This review asked which nutrient cocktails and doses actually work. Web of Science, Scopus, ...

Abstract Background Delayed cord clamping (DCC) is a cost-effective neonatal care intervention that has been proven to enhance iron stores, increase hemoglobin levels, and improve long-term infant health. Despite its inc...

Background. The human gastrointestinal tract contains a large community of microorganisms, known as the gut microbiota. Their metabolic and immunological functions influence host physiology. Disruption of this community,...

BackgroundAn interdental brush (IDB) is an adjunctive oral-hygiene tool designed to clean interproximal spaces and remove dental plaque. This study systematically evaluated its effectiveness for improving oral hygiene an...

BackgroundFibromyalgia affects 2%–8% of the global population with suboptimal treatment outcomes. Emerging evidence suggests histamine intolerance, mediated by diamine oxidase (DAO) deficiency, may contribute to fibrom...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims May–Thurner Syndrome (MTS) is a rare vascular condition characterized by the compression of the left iliac vein by the overlying right iliac artery. This anatomical anomaly predisposes pati...

Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most prevalent entrapment neuropathy and represents a major functional and socioeconomic burden. Although surgical decompression remains the gold standard for advanced dise...

Neltuma spp. (previously known as Prosopis spp.) are vital for ecological restoration and sustainable forestry in arid and semiarid environments. Although extensively studied, nursery techniques are still inconsistently ...

Depression during pregnancy is common worldwide, with higher prevalences in low-income countries compared to high-income countries. Yet, current antidepressant dosing strategies in pregnant patients rarely account for th...

Abstract Background Pediatric urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a major source of morbidity, often leading to severe complications like renal scarring, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease if not treated promptly. ...

Background: Combining radiotherapy (RT) with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) offers potential synergy through RT-induced immunogenic cell death and enhanced systemic immunity. However, optimal RT dose, fractionation,...

Introduction: Optimal transfusion thresholds in burn patients remain a topic of debate. While liberal strategies aim to improve oxygen delivery, restrictive protocols may minimize transfusion-related risks. Evidence in g...

Sham transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is essential for causal inference but is commonly implemented as ramp-only protocols that may not ensure physiological inertness and may fail to maintain mid-session bl...

Abstract. With levels of medicine and pharmacology individualization constantly increasing, the scientific community is becoming seriously concerned about the safety of existing and developing drugs for the pediatric pop...