2018, Volume 12, Issue 2
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RekordCharacterization of Staphylococcus epidermidis isolates cultured from patients with infected hip prostheses(Państwowa Szkoła Wyższa im. Papieża Jana Pawła II w Białej Podlaskiej, 2018-05-22)Background. Coagulase negative staphylococci are at the forefront of etiologic agents of periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs). The purpose of the study was to characterise causative isolates (n=19) of Staphylococcus epidermidis (SE) – with emphasis on their phenotypic and genotypic heterogeneity. Material and methods. The isolates were cultured from multiple samples obtained perioperatively during revision surgery from 14 patients with clinically and/or microbiologically proven PJI. Phenotypic heterogeneity included variations of colony morphologies, drug resistance patterns and/or the capability of the biofilm formation and was verified by the DNA fingerprinting assay. Results. Phenotypic discrepancies were observed between isolates cultured from 5 patients (35.7%). The genotyping assay identified 3 pairs of isolates as unrelated; single pairs were genetically related and indistinguishable. The biofilm production was detected in 17 isolates, among which 5 (29.4%) were proficient biofilm formers harbouring the icaADBC genes. Additionally, one ica-positive isolate produced a moderate, protease-sensitive biofilm. The remaining isolates were moderate biofilm producers among which four developed protease-sensitive biofilms. Conclusions. The majority of PJIs are monoclonal; nevertheless, phenotypic diversity of SE is a frequent phenomenon which can complicate the diagnostic proceeding. Adherence ability is an important pathogenic trait of SE although the chemical composition of the resultant biofilm, its intensity and regulation of development can vary.
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RekordInclusion of pelotherapy in the treatment of patients with lumbar discopathy treated with low-frequency magnetic field and kinesitherapy(Państwowa Szkoła Wyższa im. Papieża Jana Pawła II w Białej Podlaskiej, 2018-04-20)Background. The study aims to evaluate the effect of the pelotherapy in the treatment of patients with lumbar discopathy treated with low-frequency magnetic field and kinesitherapy. Material and methods. The study involved 79 persons randomly divided into 2 groups. The patients from group I (39 individuals) were subjected to pelvic therapy, low-frequency magnetic field and kinesitherapy. Those in the other group (40 individuals) were exposed to low-frequency magnetic field and kinesitherapy. To compare and assess the changes in both samples, the VAS pain scale and the Roland-Morris Disability Index were used, as well as the fingers-floor test to examine the range of mobility. Results. There were no statistically significant differences between the examined groups (p> 0.05). Both groups benefited from the therapy. In the first one, there was a reduction in pain − Me = 1.0 point in the VAS scale and, according to the Roland-Morris Questionnaire, the degree of disability was reduced by Me = 1.0 point. A more significant increase in the range of motion of the lumbar spine was observed in group II, in which the range of mobility increased by Me = 2.0 cm in the fingers-to-floor test. Conclusions. I ncorporation o f a pelotherapy i nto t he t reatment w hich c onsisted o f l owfrequency magnetic field and kinesitherapy did not significantly result in achieving a better therapeutic outcome.
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RekordDeterminants of self-assessment of physical fitness in persons aged 45-89(Państwowa Szkoła Wyższa im. Papieża Jana Pawła II w Białej Podlaskiej, 2018-04-20)Background. Scientific studies on ageing have repeatedly shown positive correlations between physical activity and physical fitness and health. The following study shows that people who were involved in different forms of physical activity had higher self-assessment of own fitness, also in the long term. The aim of the study was to investigate the determinants of the self-assessment of physical fitness in people aged 45-89 years. Material and methods. The study involved 300 persons aged 45-89 years, who were diagnosed with a diagnostic survey using the following research techniques: a questionnaire, interview and observation. The qualitative and quantitative analyses were based on the frequency of traits, chi-square independence tests, and multivariate correspondence analyses. Results. Self-assessment of physical fitness depended on age, family roles and employment status. Higher levels of fitness were reported by (I) respondents engaged in recreational exercise and (II) former professional athletes. Going on holidays in the previous year, travelling in the past and at present were also correlated with higher self-assessment of physical fitness. Conclusions. Self-assessment of physical fitness seems to be a good indicator of the physical activity in the elderly. Positive self-assessment helps address the challenges of old age and seems to be crucial for successful ageing. Hence, there is a need to create programmes with a broader spectrum of influence to activate the elderly.
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RekordEfficiency of the Elderly Physical Recreation Programme aimed at improving functional efficiency and quality of life(Państwowa Szkoła Wyższa im. Papieża Jana Pawła II w Białej Podlaskiej, 2018-04-06)Background. The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Physical Recreation Programme for the Elderly designed by Ewa Kozdroń intended to improve the functional efficiency and quality of life of women over 60 who participated in the programme. Material and methods. The research involved 73 females aged 60-74 who participated in the Physical Recreation Programme for the Elderly. The research used the author’s questionnaire, i.e. EQ-5D questionnaire and Functional Fitness Tests (FFT). Results. The results of our research confirmed a positive relationship between participation in a regular physical activity, the declared level of functional fitness and the perceived quality of life. Conclusions. A positive relationship was found in the study group between participation in regular physical activity, the declared level of functional fitness and the perceived quality of life.
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RekordPhysical activity of Poles in the light of public opinion polls(Państwowa Szkoła Wyższa im. Papieża Jana Pawła II w Białej Podlaskiej, 2018-03-28)Background. The article aims to make a comparative analysis of the physical activity of Poles in the last fifty years in the light of public opinion polls carried out in the years 1960-2016 by the Centres for Public Opinion Research in Poland − CBOS and OBOP. Before the study was conducted, the following questions were formulated: Do Poles do sports or get involved in other activities demanding physical effort? What motivates them? What sports skills do they possess? What is their attitude towards the persons visiting the gym? Finally, have their PA changed in the researched period, and to what extent? In the analysis, the criteria of sex, age, education and material status were considered. Material and methods. The following research methods were applied: a quantitative content analysis of secondary data, a qualitative content analysis, as well as comparative and analytical-descriptive methods. Results. In the analysed period, the number of Poles regularly practising sports grew by 33.5% (from 6.5% in 1960 to 40% in 2013). The percentage of those who do not follow any activity comprises a third of adult Poles (34%); however, their number was twice lower in the year 2013 compared to the year 1960 (66%). Conclusions. Before conducting the research, it was assumed that, despite popular opinion and the one presented in the media concerning the low physical activity in the society, the number of Poles taking up physical activity has decidedly risen in the last half-century. Having analysed the opinion polls data, it can be stated that the hypothesis was confirmed.