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Author(s):
Gio Marconi A. Balgue, Monica Elena A. Niedo, Theodore Dominic Credo, Rae Marco Fernandez.
Page No : 1-24
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Knee Pain Among Spikeball Athletes and Their Relationship With Sex: A Basis for an Injury Prevention Protocol
Abstract
Spikeball, a growing sport blending volleyball and handball, attracts competitive and casual players. This study explored knee pain prevalence among 35 spikeball athletes (17 male, 18 female) to understand its relationship with sex and develop injury prevention strategies. The study used a cross-sectional, correlational research design that took a quantitative approach. Purposive sampling was used to gather respondents, and a self-made questionnaire was utilized, conducted both online and face-to-face. The Chi-squared test along with regression and frequency analysis revealed no significant relationship between knee pain and gender, but older women with higher BMI tended to be more prone to knee pain. Out of the thirty-five respondents, five reported knee pain after two months of play. The study emphasized the need for further research due to limited sample size, aiming to develop a more effective injury prevention protocol. Specific findings suggested that pre-game (warm-ups) and post-game (cooldowns) activities were associated with a lower likelihood of knee pain among spikeball athletes. KEYWORDS: spikeball, athletes, sex, knee pain, injury prevention protocol
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Author(s):
Estrella, Fedelyn P. , Crudo, Alvin D. .
Page No : 25-47
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Assessment of Biosafety Risks and Management Practices in Selected Medical Laboratory Science Schools in Calabarzon: Basis for Proposed Biosafety Standard Procedures for Schools
Abstract
Biosafety is vital in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) programs to safeguard students, faculty members, and the community. This study assessed biosafety risks and management practices in MLS schools in CALABARZON as a basis for proposed standard procedures. A descriptive quantitative design utilizing a survey approach was conducted with 12 purposively selected MLS schools using a self-developed questionnaire to assess current practices and identify gaps. Data were analyzed through frequency counts, percentages, means, standard deviations, and analysis of variance (ANOVA). A proposed model of procedures was developed based on the findings of this assessment. The overall mean biosafety practice score was 3.98 (SD = 0.499), indicating moderately practiced biosafety practices. Out of 12 schools, 11 showed moderate biosafety implementation. ANOVA results revealed significant differences among schools, F(11,29) = 5.934, p < 0.001), indicating inconsistencies in adherence to protocols despite similar program requirements. Biosafety practices varied significantly, highlighting the need for standardized guidelines in academic laboratories to ensure safety and compliance. Further research using qualitative methods was recommended to gain a deeper understanding.
KEYWORDS: biosafety risks, management practices, Medical Laboratory Science School
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Author(s):
Raymond B. Esperida, PhD, MSPT, PTRP, Pamela Hana Wong, Michaela O. Esperida.
Page No : 48-59
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Effectiveness Of Repetitive Peripheral Magnetic Stimulation Combined With Corrective Exercises In A Single Patient WIth Structural Lumbar Levoscoliosis: A Case Report Using Radiographic Outcomes
Abstract
Structural scoliosis is a three-dimensional spinal deformity marked by lateral curvature and vertebral rotation. In adults, lumbar scoliosis can contribute to chronic pain, gait changes, and reduced quality of life. Corrective exercises (CE) are central to conservative care, but the rigidity of structural curves often limits therapeutic gains. Repetitive peripheral magnetic stimulation (rPMS), is a non-invasive neuromodulatory method, may enhance muscle activation, decrease stiffness, and improve tolerance to exercise, though its use in scoliosis has not been well studied. The single-case pre-post observational report explored the effect of combining rPMS with CE on spinal alignment in an adult with structural lumbar levoscoliosis, and assessed the feasibility and safety of this approach. A 52-year-old male with a baseline lumbar Cobb angle of 23° completed a 5-week program consisting of ten rPMS sessions (BTL 6000 Super Inductive System Elite, 30% intensity; joint mobilization, relaxation, and strengthening protocols) followed by 30 minutes of pupervised CE. Lumbar Cobb angle was measured on standing anteroposterior radiographs before and after treatment. Feasibility and safety were monitored through attendance, adverse-event reporting, and patient feedback. Post-intervention imaging showed a reduction in lumbar Cobb angle from 23° to 20°, indicating a 3° improvement in coronal alignment. The protocol was well tolerated, with full adherence, no reported adverse events, and positive participant feedback. Although the magnitude of change was modest, a 3° reduction is meaningful in the context of adult structural scoliosis, where curve flexibility is limited. These findings suggest that integrating rPMS with CE may offer a complementary strategy for improving spinal alignment in adults with structural lumbar scoliosis. Further research with larger samples and controlled designs is warranted to clarify its therapeutic potential.
KEYWORDS: scoliosis, repetitive peripheral magnetic stimulation, corrective exercise, Cobb angle, neuromodulation, case report
