Enhanced cancer cell sorting using lab-on-a-disk pattern design with magnetic and centrifugal forces.

Using microfluidic flow for biological detection is a non-invasive method that can replace traditional invasive testing methods to achieve fast and accurate results. The design of the detection device and lab-on-a-disk (LoaD) can impact performance in accurately identifying biological features. Therefore, we created a novel device to extract cancer cells from a heterogeneous cell population by centrifugal-force-driven microfluidic flow and magnetic labeling.

Current challenges and opportunities in active and passive data collection for mobile health sensing: a scoping review.

Objective: Mobile and ubiquitous devices enable health data collection "in a free-living environment" to support applications such as remote patient monitoring and adaptive digital interventions using machine learning (ML). Despite their potential, significant data collection challenges persist, including issues related to user compliance with reporting data, passive data consistency, and authorization. This scoping review identifies and analyzes these challenges, focusing on barriers to effective data collection.

Integrating psychological and physical assessments to obtain optimal return-to-sport outcomes after ACL reconstruction: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.

This study evaluated the relative effectiveness of using different return-to-sport (RTS) assessments to improve clinical decision-making following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), focusing on physical, psychological, and subjective measures. A network meta-analysis of 12 studies (1889 participants) assessed various RTS criteria, including the Anterior Cruciate Ligament-Return to Sport after Injury (ACL-RSI) scale (psychological readiness), the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) questionnaire (subjective knee function), hop test (physical function), and limb symmetry indices (LSI) for extension (EXT-LSI) and flexion (FLEX-LSI). The primary outcome was the effectiveness of these criteria in predicting successful RTS, and the secondary outcomes included dropout rates and inconsistencies in the data.

Comparative Effectiveness of Combination Versus Single-Modality Physiotherapy for Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis.

The objective of this study is to compare the relative effectiveness of combination therapy (exercise plus manual therapy) versus single-modality physiotherapy interventions for improving pain and function in patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain (RCRSP), using a network meta-analysis (NMA) approach. We systematically searched five electronic databases from inception to October 2023 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating non-invasive physiotherapy interventions in adults with RCRSP. Primary outcomes included pain intensity and shoulder function, assessed at 12 weeks.

Optimising Psychological Well-Being in Chinese-Australian Adolescents: A 24-Hour Movement Guidelines Approach.

Background: Chinese-Australian adolescents face unique academic and cultural challenges that may impact their lifestyle and psychological well-being. Physical activity, screen time, and sleep are known to influence well-being. However, research on the adherence to the 24-Hour Movement Guidelines among Chinese-Australian adolescents remains limited and awaits further investigation.

Interplay of yoga, physical activity, and probiotics in irritable bowel syndrome management: A double-blind randomized study.

Objectives: This study aimed to explore the synergistic impact of online yoga, mindfulness practices, and probiotics on irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) by evaluating changes in physical fitness, mental health, and gut microbiota composition.

Design, Setting And Interventions: The six-week randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial included 31 IBS patients categorized into three groups: online yoga with probiotics (EP), online yoga with a placebo (EC), and probiotics only (P). Assessments involved physical fitness tests, subjective questionnaires (IBS-QOL, BSRS-5), and gut microbiome analysis.

Effect of correlated colour temperature and illuminance levels on user's visual perception under LED lighting in Taiwan.

This study aimed to utilise the characteristics of light-emitting diode (LED) lighting, including the adjustable correlated colour temperature (CCT) and illuminance levels, to evaluate the effects of various CCT and illuminance level combinations on visual perception and their patterns under different lighting conditions. Five white light balances with different CCTs were created together with four levels of illuminance. Based on the patterns of visual perception, when the CCT increased with the illuminance levels, the participants' visual perception changed from dim, boring, and sleepy to intense, vivid, energetic, and bright.

The Effect of Functional Movement Training After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of functional movement screen (FMS)-based functional exercise in patients after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR).

Design: Randomized, controlled, single-blind trial.

Setting: Institutional, single center.

An approach to estimate body dimensions through constant body ratio benchmarks.

Building a new anthropometric database is a difficult and costly job that requires considerable manpower and time. However, most designers and engineers do not know how to convert old anthropometric data into applicable new data with minimal errors and costs (Wang et al., 1999).