Irish journal of medical science
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Understanding the acute effects of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) at different intensities on the autonomic nervous system, arterial stiffness, and blood pressure in healthy young people will be important in the constitution of appropriate IMT prescriptions. ⋯ A single session of DBE positively affects autonomic function and blood pressure, while IMT at 60% of MIP increases arterial stiffness. The different intensities of IMT have various impacts on autonomic function, arterial stiffness, and blood pressure.
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Breastfeeding rates in Ireland are among the lowest in the world; thus, it is important to understand what knowledge and skills exist and what are the education needs of dietitians. There has been no Irish research on dietitians' perception of their role in promoting, protecting and supporting breastfeeding. ⋯ Further examination of the role of the dietitian and the establishment of expected competencies would provide a clear framework for future training and education of dietitians towards increasing breastfeeding prevalence in Ireland.
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Patellar instability is a disabling condition that limits the functional ability and physical aspirations of patients. There are multiple anatomical structures which stabilize the patella and surgical treatment is tailored to repair the underlying aetiology. ⋯ Patellar stabilization surgery is an effective method of treating patellar instability, resulting in stability of the knee in 94.4%. Despite this, patient dissatisfaction rates are quite high suggesting that this patient group, whilst mostly stable, remains significantly symptomatic from their knee. These positive results which are reflected in the recent literature represent a strong case for consideration of primary surgical stabilization in cases of patellar instability.
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The main barrier for an appropriate primary management of the reproductive health was lack of knowledge about the risk factors and prevention measures for infertility and the main recommendations was to involve primary care physicians in reproductive health. ⋯ These recommendations could set the basis for a public health action plan for primary management of reproductive health. The findings may be applicable to any country whose health services system provides primary healthcare.