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Computational Study to Understand the Cardiac Electromechanical Responses in LBBB and RBBB to the Application of CRT and LVAD

  • Heikhmakhtiar, Aulia Khamas;Lim, Ki Moo
    • EDISON SW 활용 경진대회 논문집
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    • 제6회(2017년)
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    • pp.650-652
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    • 2017
  • the aim of this study was to observe the combined effect of the CRT and LVAD on electromechanical cardiac behavior under LBBB and RBBB conditions computationally. We performed simulation by using advanced electromechanics model of failing ventricle combined with lumped model represents circulatory system, CRT and LVAD. We analyzed seven failing ventricle model including normal sinus rhythm, LBBB, LBBB coupled with CRT, LBBB coupled with CRT and LVAD, RBBB, RBBB coupled with CRT, and RBBB coupled with CRT and LVAD. We compared the effect from CRT and the effect from combined CRT and LVAD to both under LBBB and RBBB conditions. The results showed that the combined CRT and LVAD contributed a better hemodynamic compared to single CRT. This combined system synchronized the electrical activation greatly under LBBB and slightly under RBBB. It also shortened mechanical activation time which resulted short electromechanical delay. More importantly, the combined system produced better mechanical responses under both LBBB and RBBB conditions.

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A comparative study for design of boundary combined footings of trapezoidal and rectangular forms using new models

  • Luevanos-Rojas, Arnulfo;Barquero-Cabrero, Jose Daniel;Lopez-Chavarria, Sandra;Medina-Elizondo, Manuel
    • Coupled systems mechanics
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    • 제6권4호
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    • pp.417-437
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    • 2017
  • This paper shows a comparative study for design of reinforced concrete boundary combined footings of trapezoidal and rectangular forms supporting two columns and each column transmits an axial load and a moment around of the axis X (transverse axis of the footing) and other moment around of the axis Y (longitudinal axis of the footing) to foundation to obtain the most economical combined footing. The real soil pressure acting on the contact surface of the footings is assumed as a linear variation. Methodology used to obtain the dimensions of the footings for the two models consider that the axis X of the footing is located in the same position of the resultant, i.e., the dimensions is obtained from the position of the resultant. The main part of this research is to present the differences between the two models. Results show that the trapezoidal combined footing is more economical compared to the rectangular combined footing. Therefore, the new model for the design of trapezoidal combined footings should be used, and complies with real conditions.

상하지 통합 PNF패턴이 부정렬증후군을 가진 20대 성인자세 정렬에 미치는 효과 (The Effect of Combined PNF Patterns of Upper and Lower Extremities on 20's Generation with Malalignment Syndrome)

  • 최재원
    • PNF and Movement
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    • 제10권4호
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    • pp.65-69
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    • 2012
  • Purpose : The purpose of this study was to verify effects of trunk inclination, side deviation using combined PNF patterns of upper and lower extremities on 20's generation with malalignment syndrome. Methods : 15 subjects with malalignment syndrome participated this study. We measured 2 factors(trunk inclination, side deviation). combined PNF patterns of upper and lower extremities were used intervention method for malalignment syndrome subjects. Experience during was 6 weeks. Results : The trunk inclination was significantly decreased. The value was from 0.87 to 0.43(p=0.27). The side deviation was too. The value was decreased 1.62(p=0.044). Conclusion : The results of this study indicate that the use of combined PNF patterns of upper and lower extremities for malalignment syndrome people was positive effect.

Effects of Combined Training with Respiratory Equipment on Lung Function, Balance, and Life Satisfaction of Elderly People in Community

  • Kim, Eun-Ja
    • International journal of advanced smart convergence
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    • 제11권4호
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    • pp.216-226
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    • 2022
  • In this study, we selected and trained 9 people in the diaphragm training group and 9 people in the power-breath training group among elderly people aged 65 or older living in the community, and investigated the effect of combined training using respiratory equipment on lung function, balance, and life satisfaction. We conducted the elderly to do combined exercises, twice a week for a total of 6 weeks, that include the breathing training by diaphragm, the breathing training using Power-breath equipment, and the training using a theraband. We evaluated the changes in the lung function, the balance, and the life satisfaction before and after the intervention for our study subjects.As a result of our measurement, lung function, balance, and life satisfaction showed significant changes in the experimental group that performed the combined training using Power-breath equipment. As a result of the study, we confirmed that the elderly in the community had a positive effect on the life satisfaction by improving lung function and balance ability after conducting a combined training using respiratory equipment.

Combined Hyperactive Dysfunction Syndrome of the Cranial Nerves

  • Yang, Kyung-Hoon;Na, Joon-Ho;Kong, Doo-Sik;Park, Kwan
    • Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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    • 제46권4호
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    • pp.351-354
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    • 2009
  • Objective : Combined hyperative dysfunction syndrome (HDS) defined as the combination of HDSs such as trigeminal neuralgia (TN). hemifacial spasm (HFS) and glossopharyngeal neuralgia (GPN), which mayor may not occur simultaneously on one or both sides. We reviewed patients with combined HDS and demonstrated their demographic characteristics by comparing them with those of patients with a single HDS. Methods : Between October 1994 and February 2006, we retrospectively studied a series of 1,720 patients who suffered from HDS and found 51 patients with combined HDSs. We analyzed several independent variables in order to evaluate the prevalence and etiologic factors of combined HDS. Results : The combined HDS group accounted for 51 of 1,720 (2.97%) patients with HDS; 27 cases of bilateral HFS, 10 cases of bilateral TN and 14 cases of HFS with TN. Their mean age was 52.1 years (range, 26-79 years). There were 5 men and 46 women. Seven patients had synchronous and 44 patients metachronous onset of HDSs. By comparison of combined and single HDS groups, we found that age and hypertension were closely associated with the prevalence of combined HDS (p<0.05). Conclusion : This study revealed that combined HDS was very rare. Hypertension and age might be the most important causative factors to evoke combined HDS.

전신 진동을 결합한 교각운동이 뇌졸중 환자의 근활성도와 균형에 미치는 영향 (Influence of Bridge Exercise Combined with Whole Body Vibration on Muscle Activity and Balance of Stroke Patient)

  • 양대중;박승규;강정일;김제호;정대근;오수환;엄요한
    • 대한통합의학회지
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    • 제7권4호
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    • pp.291-300
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    • 2019
  • Purpose : This study focuses on the influence of bridge exercise combined with whole body vibration on muscle activity and balance. Methods : 30 stroke patients were recruited for subjects. The subjects were divided to bridge exercise combined stable surface (Group I), bridge exercise combined unstable surface (Group II), and bridge exercise combined bridge exercise (Group III), of which 10 subjects were randomly allocated. The subjects were given 30 minutes of neurologic physical therapy which included gait training and muscular strength training, and additionally given 30 minutes of bridge exercise combined stable surface, bridge exercise combined unstable surface, and bridge exercise combined whole body vibration for each group, five times a week, for 8 weeks. Their muscle activity and balance were analyzed before the intervention. After 8 weeks of the intervention, the mentioned parameters were measured once more for between-group analysis. Results : Comparative analysis of the muscle activity and balance between the groups showed statistically significant difference, and post-hoc analysis showed the Group III had greater changes in muscle activity and balance than Group Iand Group II. Conclusion : Such results revealed that bridge exercise combined with whole body vibration is effective in muscle activity and balance. Based on the current study, more effective program is to be proposed for elite athletes as well as stroke patients. Based on the current study, studies that incorporates various frequencies of vibration is required for development of effective whole body vibration exercise program.

Effects of Combined Wedge on Angle and Moment of Ankle and Knee Joint During Gait in Patients With Genu Varus

  • Yang, Hae Sun;Choi, Houng Sik
    • 국제물리치료학회지
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    • 제7권2호
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    • pp.1025-1030
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    • 2016
  • The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of combined wedge on the range of motion in ankle and knee joint, ankle eversion moment and knee adduction moment, and center of pressure excursion of foot for genu varus among adult men during gait. This study was carried out with 10 adult men for genu varus in a motion analysis laboratory in J university. The subjects of the experiment were measured above 5cm width between the knees on contact of both medial malleolus of ankle while standing. The width of their knees in neutral position was measured without the inversion or eversion of the subtalar joint by the investigator. The subjects of the experiment were ten who were conducted randomly for standard insole, insole with $10^{\circ}$ lateral on rear foot wedge, insole at $10^{\circ}$lateral on rear foot and $5^{\circ}$ medial on fore foot wedge. Before and after intervention, changes on the range of motion in ankle and knee joint, ankle eversion moment and knee adduction moment, and center of pressure excursion were measured. In order to compare analyses among groups; repeated one-way ANOVA and $Scheff{\acute{e}}$ post hoc test were used. As a result, combined wedge group was significantly decreased compared to control wedge group in terms of knee varus angle in mid-stance(p<.05). Combined wedge group was significantly decreased compared to lateral wedge group in terms of ankle eversion moment in whole stance(p<.05). Combined wedge group was significantly decreased compared to lateral wedge group in terms of knee adduction moment in whole stance(p<.05). Combined wedge group was significantly decreased compared to lateral wedge in terms of center of pressure excursion in whole stance(p<.05). The results of this study suggest that combined wedge for genu varus decreased ankle eversion moment and knee adduction moment upon center of pressure excursion. We hypothesize that combined wedge may also be effective in the protection excessive ankle pronation.

무릎넙다리통증증후군 태권도 선수들의 복합 운동재활이 하지 근기능 및 사이토카인의 효과에 관한 융합적 연구 (The Convergence Study on the Effects of Combined Exercise Rehabilitation on Lower limb Muscular function and Cytokines in the Taekwondo players with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)

  • 안환필
    • 한국융합학회논문지
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    • 제8권1호
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    • pp.245-256
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    • 2017
  • 본 연구의 목적은 복합 운동재활이 무릎넙다리통증증후군 태권도 선수들의 하지 근기능 및 사이토카인에 미치는 융합적 효과를 규명하는 것이다. 본 연구에서는 무릎넙다리통증증후군 대학 태권도 선수 20명(복합 운동재활 집단 n=10, 통제집단 n=10)을 대상으로 복합 운동재활(수중운동 주 3회, 저항운동 주2회)을 8주 간 실시하였고, 통계적 유의성 검증은 SPSS 18.0 프로그램을 이용하여 혼합 설계로써 반복측정에 의한 이원변량 분석을 실시 하였으며, 모든 유의성 검증은 ${\alpha}=.05$ 수준으로 설정하였다. 그 결과는 다음과 같다. 복합 운동재활 집단이 각속도 $60^{\circ}/sec$의 피크토크(peak torque)는 처치기간이 증가함에 따라 신근(p<.001)과 굴근(p<.01) 모두 유의하게 증가하였다. 복합 운동재활 집단이 각속도 $180^{\circ}/sec$의 평균파워(average power)는 처치기간이 증가함에 따라 신근이 유의하게 증가하였다(p<.001). 복합 운동재활 집단의 $TNF-{\alpha}$ 변화는 처치기간이 증가함에 따라 유의하게 감소하였다. 따라서, 복합 운동재활 프로그램이 무릎넙다리통증증후군 환자의 하지 근기능과 TNF-a의 개선에 효과가 있는 것으로 사료된다.

국립재활원 양.한방 협진체계 구축에 대한 소고 (A study on the construction of a combined system of western and oriental medicine at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center)

  • 임성민
    • 대한한의진단학회지
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    • 제17권1호
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    • pp.45-50
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    • 2013
  • Objectives This study investigates the construction of a combined system of Western and Oriental medicine at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center. The findings of this study can be used as guidelines for the establishment and management of an Oriental Medicine Department at the Center. Methods The study involved the collection and organization of information regarding combination of Western and Oriental medicine, analysis of the current system, meetings with experts, modifications made on the basis of the meeting results, and assessment of operations to be carried out by the Oriental Medicine Department at the Center. Results This study provided suggestions for the establishment and management of the Oriental Medicine Department at the Center. In addition, it made recommendations for the role that the Oriental Medicine Department can play in the formation of a combined system of Western and Oriental medicine. Thus, the study can facilitate the construction of a combined system of Western and Oriental medicine through the Oriental Medicine Department at the Center in December 2010. Conclusion It is possible to realize patient-centric treatment procedure under the stable and efficient combination of Western and Oriental medicine through the establishment of an Oriental Medicine Department at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center. Such a cooperative system should involve a complete understanding of Western and Oriental medicine and should not be restricted to limited information sharing.

우오수분리벽을 이용한 합류식 하수관거와 분류식 우수관거의 월류수 제어효과 비교 (Comparison of Pollutant Control in Combined Sewer Overflows and Separated Sewer Overflows using the Separation Wall)

  • 임봉수;김도영;이광춘
    • 한국물환경학회지
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    • 제23권4호
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    • pp.458-466
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    • 2007
  • This study is to evaluate control effects of separation wall by surveying water quality and sewer overflows during dry and wet periods in combined sewer and separated sewer systems. Ravine water from the combined Seokgyo outfall with the separation wall was separated about four times larger than sewage flow during dry periods. The water quality of the combined Seokgyo outfall with separation wall during dry periods is flow weighed average BOD 61 mg/L, the combined Cheonseokgyo outfall without the separation wall is average BOD 71 mg/L, and the separated Pyeongsong center outfall is average BOD 41 mg/L. The BOD concentration in separated outfall form about 57% of the combined outfall, and this means the separated outfall (i.e. storm sewer) is polluted by inflow of sewage. The overflow load of the separated outfall is ten times higher than the combined outfall and its overflow load per rainfall is three times than combined outfall during the wet periods. Therefore, the control plan of overflow load is required in storm sewer. The control effects of the overflow load increased 79% by setting the separation wall in the combined sewer, and showed 27% increase without the separation wall in separated sewer, but forecasted over 80% increase of effects if the separation wall was set.