Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions
Volume 4, Issue 3 (2014)
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A Study on Orthorexia Nervosa: When Healthy Eating Becomes an Obsession
Abstract: Orthorexia nervosa (ON) is a new eating disorder described as an obsession for healthy eating. Recently individuals exhibiting different ‘‘highly sensitive eating behavior disorders” are increasing with the increased consciousness about various diseases globally and the role of diet in their prevention. Accordingly, the purpose of this study was to identify individuals with obsessive eating behavior. Sample included 30 nutrition professionals and 30 non-nutrition professionals (n=60; all graduates and above). …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Comparison of Forward Head Posture in Subjects With and Without Neck Pain
Abstract: An observational study was conducted to compare forward head posture in subjects with and without neck pain. A total of 200 subjects, both male and female aged between 18 to 30 years were recruited for the study on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria after obtaining an informed consent. The subjects were divided into two groups—Groups A (forward head posture without neck pain) and Group B (forward head posture …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Effect of Nutritional Counselling on Risk Level of Glycosylated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) of Middle-aged Non-insulin Dependent Diabetics
Abstract: Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is a form of hemoglobin that is measured primarily to identify the average plasma glucose concentration over a prolonged period of time. As the average amount of plasma glucose increases, the fraction of glycosylated hemoglobin increases in a predictable way. This serves as a marker for average blood glucose levels over the previous months prior to the measurement. Present study was conducted on diabetic patients who were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Effectiveness of Different Proprioceptive Mat, Balance Board and Resistance Band Exercise Training Programme to Prevent Ankle Sprain in Athletes
Abstract: Ankle sprain is the injury to one or more ligament in the ankle. It represents one of the most common injuries associated with sport and activity, therefore studies into how to best prevent this condition from occurring are recognised as essential. The ankle movements are restricted due to ankle sprain. This study intended the effectiveness of different proprioceptive Mat, Balance Board and Resistance Band exercise to prevent the recurrent ankle …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Baseline KABP Study Related to HIV among Young People in Kamrup District, Assam
Abstract: Youth is that period in one’s life span when physical, emotional, social and mental changes take place. It is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood. The World Health Organization defines “adolescents” as people between 10–19 years of age; “youth” as those between 15–24 years; and “young people” as those between 10–24 years (World Health Organization, 1989). It is a very crucial period in one’s life span as this …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 5–9 Read article