International Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
9(1), С. 39 - 45
Опубликована: Март 22, 2024
Osteoarthritis,
a
widespread
arthritic
disease
commonly
resulting
in
considerable
pain
and
functional
disability
is
often
found
to
vary
among
those
deemed
affected.
While
age,
gender,
genetics
explain
this,
what
does
the
research
show
specifically
terms
of
extrinsic
factors
such
as
social
disadvantage?
This
report
aimed
update
known
about
context
its
role
possible
remediable
osteoarthritis
determinant
if
suboptimal.
Using
PUBMED
data
base
others,
studies
published
between
January
1,
2000
March
20,
2024
concerning
disadvantage
linkages
were
sought
carefully
examined.
As
well,
drawn
from
researcher’s
repository
reviewed.
The
search
results
revealed
growing
interest
this
topic
where
can
be
observed
negatively
influenced
face
one
or
more
forms
deprivation.
Yet,
very
few
clinical
trials
prevail
either
test
validity
idea
apply
these
understandings
preventing
suffering.
In
light
increasing
burden,
despite
years
research,
it
appears
that
maximize
wellbeing
for
all,
limit
obviate
unwanted
associated
health
costs,
resounding
along
with
focus
on
advancing
equity
mitigating
all
deprivation
strongly
indicated.
Scientific Reports,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(1)
Опубликована: Март 10, 2025
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
a
major
global
health
burden,
affecting
millions
and
causing
significant
disability.
Understanding
its
trends
determinants
crucial
for
effective
management
prevention.
We
analyzed
data
from
the
Global
Burden
of
Diseases
(GBD)
study
2021
to
assess
OA
incidence,
Years
Lived
with
Disability
(YLDs),
age-standardized
rates
(ASIR/ASYR)
1990
2021.
explored
across
gender,
region,
Socio-Demographic
Index
(SDI)
quintiles
using
Joinpoint
regression,
Age-Period-Cohort
(APC)
modeling,
decomposition,
inequality
analyses.
The
incidence
surged
20.9
million
in
46.6
cases
2021,
an
AAPC
0.29%.
Correspondingly,
YLDs
escalated
8.92
21.30
million,
reflecting
0.30%.
Disparities
exist
SDI
quintiles,
higher
observed
high
countries.
Women
consistently
experience
burden
compared
men.
Asian
regions
demonstrate
fastest
rise
ASYR.
High
BMI
contributes
significantly
particularly
rising
necessitates
urgent
attention.
Interventions
targeting
modifiable
risk
factors,
such
as
obesity,
early
detection
strategies
are
crucial.
Addressing
gender
disparities
inequalities,
countries,
essential
prevention
control.
We
aimed
to
explore
the
therapeutic
efficacy
of
miR-7704-modified
extracellular
vesicles
(EVs)
derived
from
human
umbilical
cord
mesenchymal
stem
cells
(HUCMSCs)
for
osteoarthritis
(OA)
treatment.
In
vitro
experiments
demonstrated
successful
transfection
miR-7704
into
HUCMSCs
and
isolation
EVs
these
cells.
vivo
used
an
OA
mouse
model
assess
effects
injection
intra-articularly.
Walking
capacity
(rotarod
test),
cartilage
morphology,
histological
scores,
expression
type
II
collagen,
aggrecan,
interleukin-1
beta,
matrix
metalloproteinase
13
(MMP13)
in
were
evaluated.
The
characterized
confirm
their
suitability
use.
IL-1beta-treated
chondrocytes
increased
collagen
decreased
MMP13
after
treatment
with
miR-7704-overexpressed
EVs.
revealed
that
intra-articular
significantly
improved
walking
capacity,
preserved
resulted
higher
scores
compared
controls.
Furthermore,
post
suggests
a
potential
mechanism
observed
effects.
Therefore,
showed
as
innovative
strategy
treating
OA.
Further
investigations
should
focus
on
optimizing
dosage,
understanding
mechanisms,
ensuring
safety
efficacy,
developing
advanced
delivery
systems,
conducting
early-phase
clinical
trials
establish
HUCMSC-derived
management.
medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 10, 2025
ABSTRACT
Objective
To
understand
current
practices
and
identify
barriers
facilitators
to
implementing
guideline
recommended
core
OA
treatments
in
China.
Methods
An
exploratory
mixed-methods
design
was
employed,
involving
healthcare
professionals
managing
mainland
The
qualitative
phase
included
semi-structured
interviews
(n=15)
a
survey
(n=181).
A
quantitative
(n=302)
evaluated
the
clinical
applicability
of
identified
themes,
common
practices,
knowledge,
self-rated
confidence
capabilities
about
OA.
Qualitative
data
were
analyzed
through
thematic
content
analysis
using
NVivo,
descriptive
statistics
applied
RStudio.
Results
Participants
representing
six
professions
provided
their
perspectives
qualitatively.
Five
themes
emerged
as
barriers:
widespread
misconceptions
OA;
limitations
medical
insurance
policies;
insufficient
multidisciplinary
collaboration;
lack
workplace
support;
low
patient
adherence
self-management.
Three
facilitators:
telehealth
community-based
delivery
pathways;
professional
training
education
resources;
personalized
services
with
positive
feedback.
Across
19
provinces
China,
participants
seven
different
health
completed
survey.
most
commonly
used
for
physical
agent
therapy
(56%),
while
exercise
utilized
by
only
9%.
average
knowledge
score
31.2
(±8.9)
out
55.
Self-rated
lowest
“referrals
interdisciplinary
collaboration”
(3.4±0.1,
“somewhat
confident”).
applicable
factors
impacting
implementation
comorbidities,
pain
science
therapy,
financial
support
(all
2.8±0.8,
“applicable”).
Conclusion
Core
international
guidelines
are
infrequently
implemented
SIGNIFICANCE
AND
INNOVATIONS
This
study
is
first
explore
osteoarthritis
(OA)
providing
comprehensive
insights
into
unique
challenges
within
Chinese
system.
It
highlights
substantial
underutilization
care
(9%),
reflecting
potential
mismatch
between
recommendations
practice,
underscores
need
targeted
strategies.
Major
include
OA,
limited
collaboration,
organizational
non-pharmacological
interventions.
emphasizes
address
disparities
management
improve
access
evidence-based,
guideline-recommended
diverse
settings
across
Frontiers in Nutrition,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
12
Опубликована: Март 13, 2025
Background
Ischemic
stroke
is
a
significant
global
health
burden,
with
high
sodium
intake
recognized
as
key
risk
factor.
This
study
aimed
to
assess
the
disease
burden
of
ischemic
attributable
diet
in
China
from
1990
2021.
Additionally,
we
analyzed
influence
age,
period,
and
cohort
effects
on
trends
projected
2022
2036.
Methods
Data
Global
Burden
Disease
Study
2021
(GBD
2021)
were
used
analyze
among
high-risk
populations
China.
Annual
average
percent
change
(AAPC)
was
calculated
using
Joinpoint
regression
models
evaluate
Age-period-cohort
employed
estimate
independent
project
2036
Bayesian
age-period-cohort
models.
Results
From
2021,
mortality
showed
continuous
increase,
while
age-standardized
disability-adjusted
life
years
(DALYs)
significantly
declined.
In
analysis,
age
effect
increased
steadily
over
period.
Period
revealed
an
initial
decline
relative
(RR)
DALY
rates,
followed
by
increase
cohorts
born
before
2004–2009,
gradual
after
that
Cohort
demonstrated
rates
Conclusion
found
fluctuated
declining
trend
observed
recent
years.
Projections
indicate
this
downward
will
continue.
Age
birth
period
are
factors
influencing
older
adults
men
being
particularly
affected.
Future
policy
efforts
should
focus
enhancing
management
further
reduce
linked
intake.
Journal of Medical Internet Research,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 8, 2025
Knee
osteoarthritis
(OA)
presents
a
significant
burden
in
China
due
to
its
high
prevalence,
aging
population,
and
rising
obesity
rates.
Despite
clinical
guidelines
recommending
evidence-based
care,
limited
practitioner
training
inadequate
telehealth
integration
hinder
effective
OA
management.
The
aim
of
this
study
was
evaluate
the
effectiveness
an
e-learning
program
improving
confidence
knowledge
Chinese
physical
therapists
managing
knee
explore
their
perceptions
program.
This
randomized
controlled
trial
with
2
parallel
arms
involving
81
rehabilitation
practitioners
from
18
provinces.
intervention
group
completed
4-week
web-based
(Physiotherapy
Exercise
Physical
Activity
for
Osteoarthritis
[PEAK]-Chinese),
while
control
received
no
training.
primary
outcome
self-reported
management
(11-point
scale).
Secondary
outcomes
included
(Chinese
Knowledge
Scale
[KOAKS])
likelihood
application
core
treatments.
Process
measures
semistructured
interviews
captured
participants'
perceptions.
Quantitative
data
were
analyzed
using
regression
models,
2-sided
t
tests,
descriptive
statistics,
thematic
analysis
performed
on
interview
10
participants.
A
total
80
participants
at
4
weeks.
demonstrated
improvements
compared
group,
including
exercise-based
programs
(adjusted
mean
difference=3.27,
95%
CI
2.72-3.81),
prescribing
exercise
difference=3.13,
2.55-3.72),
delivering
difference=4.41,
3.77-5.05).
KOAKS
scores
also
improved
significantly
(mean
change=9.46);
however,
certain
belief
bias
related
concepts
use
scans
remained
unchanged
(25/41,
61%
27/41,
66%,
respectively).
Approximately
73%
(30/41)
rated
course
as
extremely
useful.
Interviews
emphasized
need
cultural
adaptation
practical
real-life
scenarios
enhance
applicability.
PEAK
practitioners'
OA,
underscoring
e-learning's
potential
support
care
China.
To
optimize
future
implementations,
further
research
strategies
could
include
enhancing
relevance,
addressing
misconceptions,
incorporating
practical,
real-world
Clinical
Trial
Register
ChiCTR2400091007;
https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.html?proj=239680.
Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Апрель 17, 2025
Objective
This
study
investigates
the
value
of
super
microvascular
imaging
(SMI)
and
shear
wave
elastography
(SWE)
in
evaluating
relationship
between
synovial
tissues
disease
severity
knee
osteoarthritis
(KOA)
patients.
Materials
Methods
Patients
with
KOA
who
visited
our
hospital
August
2022
May
2023
were
enrolled.
WOMAC
(Western
Ontario
McMaster
Universities
Osteoarthritis
Index)
scores,
X-ray
images
(Kellgren-Lawrence
grading),
power
Doppler
(PDI),
SMI,
SWE
evaluated
for
each
patient.
Results
A
total
54
patients
SMI
detected
more
blood
flow
than
PDI
(79.62%
vs.
62.96%,
p
<
0.001).
upgraded
22.22%
from
level
0
to
1,
31.48%
1
2,
9.26%
2
3.
There
was
a
positive
correlation
scores
Kellgren-Lawrence
grading
(KLG),
(r
=
0.79,
showed
no
significant
0.26,
0.06)
or
KLG
0.12,
0.40).
also
0.05)
0.06,
0.67).
However,
showcased
0.38,
0.04),
0.47,
0.001)
pain
scores.
Additionally,
exhibited
correlations
0.74,
0.84,
Conclusion
In
KOA,
improved
detection
is
significantly
superior
PDI,
offering
sensitive
tool
assessing
flow.
tissue
severity,
providing
novel
disease.