
Effect of Location of Tetanic Stimuli on Photoplethysmogram
Stress ReactionThe effect of the location of tetanic stimulus on photoplethysmography signals will be studies in patients under general anesthesia.

The Effects of Lactobacillus Plantarum on Cortisol, IgA and Alpha-amylase Levels in Human Saliva...
Stress ReactionIn the present study the main goal has been to clarify the effect of the probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus plantarum 299v on the salivary cortisol level in young adults under examination stress. Salivary IgA from minor glands and in whole human saliva was measured as alternative marker of stress. The hypothesis was that the levels of cortisol would be reduced or stabilized in the test group in comparison to the placebo group where the cortisol levels were expected to increase due to the examination-induced stress. By contrast, the salivary IgA levels were expected to increase in the test group in comparison to the placebo group.

Efficacy of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Following Arthroscopic Microfracture of Chondral Lesions...
Femoroacetabular ImpingementChondral LesionsThe purpose of this research project is to assess the effectiveness of intra-articular injections of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) after arthroscopic microfracture. Our hypothesis is that platelet-rich plasma will improve patient's clinical outcomes and chondral healing following microfracture performed during femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) hip arthroscopy.

Effects of Footstrike Transition on Tibial Stress Fracture Risk
Tibial Stress FractureBiomechanical literature suggests that runners who utilize a mid or forefoot strike pattern may suffer from a reduced incidence of chronic injuries compared to a rearfoot strike. This investigation examined the effects of a 10-week footstrike transition intervention on tibial stress fracture risk in runners.

Effect of Location of Tetanic Stimuli on Photoplethysmogram Under General Anesthesia
Stress ReactionThe effect of the location of tetanic stimulus on photoplethysmography signals will be studied in patients under general anesthesia.

Cartilage Repair Using a Hyaluronic Acid-Based Scaffold With Bone Marrow Aspirate Compared With...
Femoroacetabular ImpingementCartilage DamageFemoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a hip disorder resulting from a mismatch of the hip joint, resulting in hip pain and can potentially cause osteoarthritis. As the head of the femur (ball of the hip) and the acetabulum (socket of the hip) impinge or rub together with this mismatch, patients can suffer damage to their articular cartilage which covers both. Currently, the standard of care to surgically treat articular cartilage damage is a procedure called 'microfracture' - where the surgeon makes multiple holes in the bone under the defects causing bone marrow cells and blood from the holes to combine to form a "super clot" that covers the damaged area and is meant to be the basis for new tissue formation or 'fibrocartilage'. However, native articular cartilage is made of hyaline, rather than fibrocartilage, which is a more flexible and durable tissue able to withstand a great deal of force on the hip when it moves. Therefore, a more recently developed strategy that has gained popularity for use in the repair of articular cartilage in the knee involves the implantation of bone marrow aspirate (BMA) along with a scaffold made of hyaluronic acid (HA) in a single-step procedure, with the goal of promoting new hyaline-like tissue. While this has shown promising results in treating knee cartilage damage, this treatment method has yet to be studied in the hip. This randomized controlled trial will evaluate in patients with painful articular cartilage damage of the hip, the effect of implantation of an HA scaffold along with BMA in comparison to microfracture on hip pain and function, cartilage regeneration, and any complications at 24 months post-surgery.

Can Ammonium Inhalants Maintain Performance in Sleep Deprived Soldiers?
Sleep DeprivationMilitary Activity3 moreThis study aims to examine the effectiveness of ammonia inhalants in countering the effects of total sleep deprivation on cognitive and physical performance tests relevant to military personnel.

The Contribution of Parent-infant Interaction While Singing During Kangaroo Care, on Preterm-infants'...
PreTerm BirthStress ReactionThe current study will investigate the combination of the two modalities in a mixed-methods design, in order to provide comprehensive knowledge regarding the effects of family-centered MT during KC, on premature-infants' autonomic nervous system stability (measured by parasympathetic tone, physiological vital signs and behavioral states); Parents' anxiety levels; And parents' unique experiences of the intervention. Additionally, the study will analyze separately mothers and fathers to elucidate similar and different effects

Student Wellness Workshop Study
StressStress7 moreWhile efficacy of Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) has been demonstrated in a number of prior studies, little is known about the effects of SKY taught as part of the Your Enlightened Side (YESplus) workshop designed for college students. Thus, this study aims to assess the effects of YESplus on well-being, including sleep patterns, and physiological stress response.

Mindfulness Meditation for Nursing Students
Stress ReactionNurse's RoleMindfulness meditation was used to reduce stress and its responses such as cortisol and C-reactive protein (CRP) among healthy and ill individuals in various cultures, but their effects have not yet been studied among Jordanian nursing students, experienced tremendous stress. Thus, the purpose of study was to examine the effects of three of such intervention on perceived stress (MM) on Trait mindfulness, perceived stress, cortisol, and CRP in Jordanian nursing students. The hypothesis was " mindfulness meditation will improve trait mindfulness, perceived stress, serum cortisol and serum CRP. Using a Randomized controlled study conducted in a large university in Jordan, 108 nursing students were randomly assigned to experimental and control groups equally. The experimental group participated in 5 30-minute weekly sessions of mindfulness meditation. Trait mindfulness, perceived stress, serum cortisol, and CRP were measured at baseline and end of intervention.