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Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, Volume 3, Issue 1

March 2018 - 18 articles

Cover Story: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with a secondary form of sarcopenia. An appropriate and timely assessment of physical performance is critical in patients affected by this disease, given their high rate of falls and low-energy fractures. Standardized tests for functional status and quantitative strength assessment are often used to identify and stage sarcopenia. Additionally, estimates of body composition may complement the physical examination and inform the plan of care for individuals with kidney dysfunction. Skeletal muscle impairment in people with CKD may result from excess inflammation, elevated angiotensin II, and abnormal levels of myogenic regulatory factors. Additionally, malnutrition and physical inactivity may adversely affect muscle performance and lean body mass levels in those with CKD. Cover image by Bryant Seamon. View the paper here.
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Articles (18)

  • Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
4,380 Views
16 Pages

Patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) often ask when they can safely resume driving. Answering this question is an important matter, which might entail legal and insurance issues. In the present review, the following questions are address...

  • Review
  • Open Access
25 Citations
10,265 Views
19 Pages

The Role of Exercise in Pediatric and Adolescent Cancers: A Review of Assessments and Suggestions for Clinical Implementation

  • Riggs Klika,
  • Angela Tamburini,
  • Giorgio Galanti,
  • Gabriele Mascherini and
  • Laura Stefani

In the European Union, five-year survival rates for childhood cancer patients are approaching 72–80%, which is a testament to better diagnostics and improved treatment. As a result, a large proportion of childhood cancer patients go on to live produc...

  • Editorial
  • Open Access
2,539 Views
2 Pages

Acknowledgement to Reviewers of Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology in 2017

  • Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology Editorial Office

Peer review is an essential part in the publication process, ensuring that Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology maintains high quality standards for its published papers.[...]

  • Review
  • Open Access
15 Citations
6,855 Views
8 Pages

Physical Therapy Considerations for Chronic Kidney Disease and Secondary Sarcopenia

  • Haniel J. Hernandez,
  • Gideon Obamwonyi and
  • Michael O. Harris-Love

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a progressive condition that may negatively affect musculoskeletal health. These comorbidities may include malnutrition, osteoporosis, and decreased lean body mass. Secondary sarcopenia due to CKD may be associated wit...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4,142 Views
8 Pages

Diabetes Type 2 and Physical Activity Program: Potential Application of Risk-Engine UKPDS Score in Out-Patient Context

  • Cristian Petri,
  • Alice Tantucci,
  • Gaia Angeloni,
  • Giacomo Bomboletti,
  • Gabriele Mascherini,
  • Vittorio Bini,
  • Massimiliano De Angelis,
  • Giorgio Galanti and
  • Laura Stefani

Diabetes mellitus Type 2 (DMT2) carries a high risk of cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality. Physical activity (PA) is widely prescribed for this population. However, detection of the eventual risk level and the potential additional increase t...

  • Review
  • Open Access
34 Citations
6,837 Views
16 Pages

Shaping the Cell and the Future: Recent Advancements in Biophysical Aspects Relevant to Regenerative Medicine

  • Melanie L. Hart,
  • Jasmin C. Lauer,
  • Mischa Selig,
  • Martha Hanak,
  • Brandan Walters and
  • Bernd Rolauffs

In a worldwide effort to generate clinically useful therapeutic or preventive interventions, harnessing biophysical stimuli for directing cell fate is a powerful strategy. With the vision to control cell function through engineering cell shape, bette...

  • Article
  • Open Access
17 Citations
5,234 Views
14 Pages

Low-Intensity Vibration Improves Muscle Healing in a Mouse Model of Laceration Injury

  • Thomas F. Corbiere,
  • Eileen M. Weinheimer-Haus,
  • Stefan Judex and
  • Timothy J. Koh

Recovery from traumatic muscle injuries is typically prolonged and incomplete, leading to impaired muscle and joint function. We sought to determine whether mechanical stimulation via whole-body low-intensity vibration (LIV) could (1) improve muscle...

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