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Fulltext Profile of isokinetic rotator cuff muscle performance in adolescent state-level weightlifters

Abdul Rahim MF, Shaharudin S

J Taibah Univ Med Sci, 2018 Dec;13(6):572-575.

PMID: 31435380 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2018.08.001

Objectives: This study aimed to determine isokinetic profiles of rotator cuff muscle strength and power in adolescent state-level weightlifters.

Methods: Nineteen young state-level weightlifters performed concentric strength tests of the upper limbs using an isokinetic dynamometer. Peak torque/body weight was measured for each weightlifter in dominant and non-dominant limbs.

Results: Peak torque/body weight was significantly different in external rotation (p 0.05). Time to peak torque in external rotation was less in the dominant than in the non-dominant limb. However, opposite results were obtained in external rotation, whereby time to peak torque was longer in the dominant limb compared to the non-dominant limb. Similarly, no significant difference was found between dominant and non-dominant limbs in terms of average power (p > 0.05).

Conclusions: The findings of this study may help in establishing potential imbalance in variables of muscular contractions between dominant and non-dominant limbs of weightlifters. This may help to maximise performance and minimise potential shoulder injury.

Achalasia in pregnancy

Azahar ZA, Ab Rahim MF, Ahmad N, Ramli R

BMJ Case Rep, 2024 May 14;17(5).

PMID: 38749515 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2023-257698

Achalasia is characterised by incomplete relaxation of the lower oesophageal sphincter and aberrant oesophageal peristaltic activity resulting in impaired oesophageal emptying. This rare condition in pregnancy is unique as both the disease and its treatment are associated with fetomaternal risks and complications. A woman in her early 30s, gravida 3 para 2 at 35 weeks' pregnancy with suspected oesophageal achalasia, presented with shortness of breath, cough and fever following frequent bouts of vomiting and fluid regurgitation. She was diagnosed with aspiration pneumonia complicated by severe metabolic acidosis, malnutrition syndrome and fetal growth restriction. Following stabilisation of the acute clinical problems, delivery was expedited via caesarean section. Postpartum endoscopy confirmed the diagnosis of achalasia as per initial suspicion. Definitive surgery was performed several months later after optimisation of the patient's nutritional status. This case illustrates the life-threatening complications of achalasia in pregnancy.

Incidental radiographic finding of the concealed art of susuk

Devang Divakar D, Mavinapalla S, Al Kheraif AA, Ramakrishnaiah R, Abd Rahim MF, Khan AA

Med Sci Law, 2016 Jul;56(3):230-2.

PMID: 26271077 DOI: 10.1177/0025802415599567

Susuk, or charm needles, are small, metallic needles inserted under the skin, considered to enhance beauty, health and luck. This hidden secret of inserting susuk is a traditional superstitious ritual, widely practiced among women of Southeast Asia. Here, we present an interesting case of incidental radiographic finding of the concealed art of susuk, which was exposed on a panoramic radiograph taken on a routine basis as a part of diagnostic work up at our centre. An orthopantomogram revealed bilateral metallic foreign bodies in the maxillo-facial region. Anamnestic data affirmed the practice of the body art of susuk. The charm needles were present in the orofacial region without the patient experiencing any pathological signs or symptoms.

Utilization of services and referrals through dental outreach programs in rural areas of India. A two year study

Asawa K, Bhanushali NV, Tak M, Kumar DR, Rahim MF, Alshahran OA, et al.

Rocz Panstw Zakl Hig, 2015;66(3):275-80.

PMID: 26400125

Oral health care services are often sparse and inconsistent in India therefore it is often difficult for poor people to get access to the oral health care services. The approach by dental institutions with the help of community outreach programs is a step ahead in overcoming this situation.

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