Browsing OSU - Center for Health Sciences by Title
Now showing items 76-95 of 277
-
Decreased serum levels of proBDNF, but not mature BDNF during adolescent oxycodone intoxication preceding long-term social neglect and harsh environmental conditions
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2022-02-18)Background: Adolescent opioid addiction is a global problem with a significant social and economic burden in the United States. Several studies have suggested that BDNF (mature BDNF) and its precursor play an essential ... -
Degradation of Beta-Actin in aging blood and semen stains
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2022-02-18)Piecing together a crime scene is one of the most significant components of any forensic investigation and estimating the age of biological stains at a scene can be crucial to the case. Several studies have demonstrated a ... -
Demographics of individuals refusing cancer treatment and reported pain compared to those in treatment: An analysis of the 2017-2020 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: More than 1.6 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year.1 Despite the different treatment options available for cancer, many individuals refuse treatment for various reasons. However, there is little ... -
Depression screening scores in osteopathic medical students
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Purpose: As burnout of health-care workers continues to rise, checking the mental health of future health care providers may provide insight into the future of burnout trends. Our study seeks to determine the relationship ... -
Detection of RNA methylation patterns of forensically relevant transcripts in dried bloodstains
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2022-02-18)RNA degradation kinetics can be used to estimate the age of a biological sample found at a crime scene. RNA sequencing of transcripts from various tissue types shows that degradation occurs faster at the 5’ end than the ... -
Determination of presence of ADAMTS7 in several human cell lines
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: According to studies, ADAMTS7 is associated with coronary atherosclerotic diseases. To understand the regulation of ADAMTS7, we have cultured the following laboratory available human cell lines to 3 or 4 passages: ... -
Development of an orally administered nanoparticle vaccine to combat clostridioides difficile infections
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clostridioides difficile is a gram+, spore forming, toxin producing anaerobe that is found throughout the environment. C. difficile is the leading agent of hospital acquired infections. Symptoms of C. difficile infection ... -
Disparities in diabetic foot examinations: A cross-sectional analysis of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a growing problem in the US and causes serious health complications such as cardiovascular disease, end-stage renal disease, peripheral neuropathy, foot ulcers, and amputations. There ... -
Disparities in season flu vaccine uptake among Spanish and English-speaking Hispanic Americans: a cross-sectional analysis of Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Systems (BRFSS) from 2017-2020
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2022-02-18)Introduction: Research has shown that vaccination for Seasonal Influenza (flu) is associated with a nearly ⅓ reduction in flu-related mortality and a ¼ reduction in likelihood of ICU admission.1 From 2009-2019, Hispanic ... -
Do all bunions need surgery? An investigation of Google searches for Hallux Valgus
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: Hallux valgus (HV) or a bunion is one of the most common forefoot deformities. Approximately one in four adults will develop HV with a higher prevalence in adult females. Given the high prevalence of HV along ... -
Does blood flow restriction training improve quadriceps measures after arthroscopic knee surgery? A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2019-02-22)Introduction: Knee injuries are one of the most prevalent pathologies in sport. It is estimated that 100,000 - 250,000 ACL injuries occur per year3. It is common for patients to struggle with quadriceps strength impairment ... -
Does public interest in specific injuries increase when they occur during mixed martial arts bouts? A study of Google search patterns
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2019-02-22)Introduction: Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a combat sport that combines fighting techniques from many disciplines, such as wrestling, boxing, karate, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In the early 1990s MMA entered the ... -
Does the quadriceps tendon graft for ACL repair produce similar quadriceps strength measures compared to hamstring tendon graft? A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Services, 2020-02-28)Introduction: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures are one of the most common and most challenging injuries to manage in competitive sports. It is estimated that 100,000 to 250,000 ACL injuries happen per year. Of the ... -
Does the wearing of padded headgear in non-helmeted contact sports reduce the likelihood of sustaining a concussion? A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Services, 2020-02-28)Context: Concussions are a hot topic in the world of athletics. When most people think of concussions in the world of sports, they generally think of sports such as American football or ice hockey. Current literature men's ... -
Doxycycline vs. penicillin G benzathine for the treatment of syphilis in patients with HIV
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: Syphilis is a highly prevalent sexually transmitted infection which can lead to serious health complications if not treated effectively. Historically, penicillin G benzathine has been the primary agent used to ... -
Effect menstrual cycles phases have on ligament laxity as a risk factor for ACL injuries in female athletes: A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Women are 2-6 times at a higher risk of suffering from an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) rupture compared to men; hormonal factors are thought to predispose them to this injury. Given the ramifications ... -
Effect of aerobic exercise for improving concussion symptoms compared to traditional rest or placebo-like stretching in adolescents
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Children under the age of 18 are still developing physically, cognitively, neurologically, and emotionally. When adolescents obtain a concussion, it can hinder their developmental skills and put them at ... -
Effect of hip range of motion on upper extremity pitching kinematics
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Baseball pitchers suffer from a variety of upper extremity injuries. It is hypothesized that deficits in hip range of motion can lead to compensations in the upper extremity, increasing injury risk. -
Effect of vitamin D supplementation on Serum 25(OH)D and its association with stress fractures in high-risk, physically active adults: A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: In collegiate athletic and military populations alike, the repetitive and intense training increase the risk of experiencing a stress fracture. Stress fractures are an overuse injury resulting from ... -
Effect of voluntary exercise on weight gain and associated neuroimmune signaling in ovariectomized rats
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Services, 2020-02-28)Obesity is a multifaceted disease that poses a health care challenge, affecting ~40% of adults in the United States. It is associated with a range of co-morbidities and exorbitant medical costs. Obesity as a disease ...