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Effect of Hijama Bil Shart (Wet Cupping Therapy) in Treatment of Waja‘ al-Zahr (Low Backache): A Randomized Standard Controlled Clinical Study
Abstract: Introduction: Low back pain (Waja‘ al-Zahr) is one of the common musculoskeletal problems. It affects 80% population and accounts for considerable health care and profound economic burden. Disabilities in activities of daily living are common due to low back pain. Despite advancement in medicine, the standard conventional treatment often fails to achieve optimal results. Unani physicians recommended various modes of treatment to manage musculoskeletal disorders through intervention of specific regimens …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Comparative Effectiveness of Surgical and Nonsurgical Management for Patients with Single Level Lumbar Disc Herniation in terms of Symptom Severity and Quality of Life
Abstract: Background: Sciatica is one of the most severe forms of low back pain, with a lifetime prevalence of approximately 30 percent. Aim: To assess the short-term and long-term efficacy of surgical and conservative care in the incidence of sciatic symptoms and quality of life in standard clinical settings among patients with lumbar disc herniation. Material and Method: It was a retrospective study conducted at the Medical Trust Hospital, Kochi, India. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Development of Structural Health and Damage Assessment Chart of a Building
Abstract: As the requirement of infrastructure is increasing day by day, process of new construction is increasing rapidly but the quantity of old infrastructures is more, also new construction has some limitations, so the pre-constructed structures should be maintained properly to achieve their full life and also to reach economic balance. Building structures deteriorate with respect to time due to various environmental conditions like temperature, presence of moisture, humidity and gases, …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 63–74 Read article
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AIS-based Anomaly Detection for IUU Fishing Activities
Abstract: The future of the Earth’s fish businesses is seriously threatened by the continuous use of illegal or illicit, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing methods, a growing global demand, and deteriorating ocean ecosystem health. The livelihoods of legal fishing are also harmed by IUU fishing. The ongoing efforts to develop sustainable fisheries policies are also hampered by this. In order to manage fishery resources and ensure the safety of maritime traffic, …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–36 Read article
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Computational Study of Sombor Index on Generalized Abid–Waheed Graphs for Polymer Modeling
Abstract: This study investigates the topological properties of generalized Abid Waheed graphs. Development of theoretical models in chemistry, reducing computational complexity while analysing large molecules or networks Abid Waheed graphs play a significant role. Motivated by these findings, the research was extended to encompass generalized Abid Waheed graphs, characterized by r cycles of order s. A notable similarity between Abid Waheed graphs and Jahangir graphs was observed. The potential applications of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 267–274 Read article
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LabVIEW based Virtual Instrument for Simulation of Doppler Blood Flow Velocimetry of Umbilical Artery
Abstract: Doppler blood flow velocimetry has become a routine practice for fetal surveillance in high-risk pregnancies. Doppler assessment of various fetal vascular beds helps in determining the relationship between fetal circulation and associated fetal conditions like hypoxia, brain-sparing effect and growth restriction. The umbilical artery, uterine artery and middle cerebral artery are three most studied vascular beds for fetal surveillance. In our research we are focused only on the umbilical artery …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Groundwater Quality Assessment for Drinking and Irrigation Purposes in Tadimarri Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh Using Water Quality Index and Geospatial Techniques
Abstract: Groundwater is the primary source of potable water and supports agriculture worldwide. Assessing its quality is vital to determine its suitability for various purposes, especially as a safe drinking water source. This study focuses on evaluating the quality of groundwater used for drinking and irrigation in Tadimarri Mandal, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh, India. During the pre-monsoon season, 30 groundwater samples were collected from boreholes and analyzed for physicochemical parameters. The …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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Determinants of Teenage Pregnancy and Motherhood in Ethiopia: Analysis of the Ethiopian Demographic Health Survey 2016
Abstract: Background: Teenage pregnancy, a global public health problem, especially in developing countries, refers to a pregnancy when teenage girls, aged 13–19 and considered not to have reached legal adulthood, become pregnant and is said to have wide range of subsequent adverse health, economic and social outcomes. In Ethiopia, where marriage is a universal occurrence, the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia ministry of health is working to alleviate the problem, though …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Urban Planning Mitigation Trajectories for Urban Heat Island (UHI) A Case Study of Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India
Abstract: AbstractGlobal radiation related solair-temperature directly influences Urban Heat Islands (UHI) as the built environments and surrounding atmosphere cause increase in urban solair temperatures, the resulting temperature completely depends on the thermal properties of the exposed materials. Urban heat islands can lead to deterioration of flora and fauna, elevation of ground level ozone, health disorders and increase in building energy consumptions. The study area of Guntur region which is susceptible to …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–29 Read article
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The climate change analysis on water resources over western Ghat by deficit calculation method
Abstract: The objective of this work is to study the extreme hydrological events and climate change impact on water resources over western Ghat. The western ghat is spread over the area 140 thousand square kilometers and 2600 meter of average elevation. The 1600 Km long western ghat is biodiversity hotspot and home of different species it also forms the catchment which drains over one-third of India. To analyze the extreme hydrological …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 16–35 Read article
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Water Quality Index Assessment of the Groundwater of Industrial Area and Absorption by Polymer Composites
Abstract: Introduction: Water plays a pivotal role in the existence of human life. Water quality index is an important parameter that helps in improving the quality of drinking and groundwater. Due to anthropogenic activities, the quality of ground and drinking water is decreased. Objective: The main objective of research is to find the water quality index of the groundwater and bore water in selected industrial area of Kakinada and analyse the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 36–45 Read article
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Effect of Alccofine Addition on the Index and Engineering Properties of Bentonite
Abstract: This paper presents the results of Atterberg’s limit, compaction, free swell index, and unconfined compressive strength test conducted on bentonite stabilized with alccofine. The alccofine content was varied from 0 % to 2 % by dry weight of the bentonite. The specimens for the unconfined compressive strength were prepared at optimum moisture content and maximum dry unit weight obtained from the compaction test and these specimens were cured up to …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Assessment of Groundwater Quality in Jaipur District, Rajasthan, India, Using Water Quality Index
Abstract: There are both open and closed bore wells. This research focuses on evaluating the groundwater quality in Jaipur by utilizing the Water Quality Index. For this comprehensive study, 22 water samples were meticulously collected from open and closed bore wells distributed across 22 different blocks within the district. The analysis involved measuring key physicochemical parameters, including pH, electrical conductivity, temperature, total dissolved solids, and salinity. These parameters were chosen due …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Development of a Model on Pavement Condition Index
Abstract: India has one of the most extensive road networks globally, comprising various categories such as National Highways, State Highways, District Roads, and Village Roads. Each category of road plays an impressive role in economic development and connectivity among different important roads. But, the condition of these roads varies effectively due to difference in traffic intensity, construction quality, maintenance practices and climatic condition. The present research work conducted pavement condition surveys …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Real Time Stability Index for Angle Stability Assessment Using Synchrophasor Data
Abstract: The stress on the power transmission network has been increasing in recent time due to deregulated energy market, environmental constraints and limited investment in the transmission system. Hence, the power system is enforced to operate nearer to the stability limit and due to which it is required to estimate the system operating point as fast as possible with higher accuracy to maintain the system stability. The objective of this paper …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 65–75 Read article
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Principles and Use of Analytical Transmission Electron Microscope
Abstract: At the beginning of the review the analytical Transmission Electron Microscope is introduced. Equipment, imaging, diffraction and use of analytical TEM are described. Electron path under magnetic lens is delineated, emphasizing the lens aberrations, diffraction, astigmatism and gun brightness. Selected area electron diffraction patterns of Al-Cu and Inconel super alloy are used to index crystallographic planes and to derive zone direction while basic sources of diffraction contrast are depicted using …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 27–49 Read article
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Polymer Encapsulants for Photovoltaic Modules: Electrical Insulation Performance and Long-Term Durability under Accelerated UV Exposure
Abstract: Influence on the reliability and service life of PV modules is a major issue, which is influenced by the encapsulant degradation in long-term exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation. A systematic accelerated UV aging study of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA), Polyolefin Elastomer (POE), and Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) films under IEC 61215-2:2021 specified test chamber conditions of Q-UV is conducted. The material properties were tested at various exposure intervals including …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 384–408 Read article
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Health Assessment of Oil Immersed Transformer Using Fuzzy Logic
Abstract: A transformer is an electrical device that transfers energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction. Commonly, transformers are used to increase or decrease the voltages of alternating current in electric power applications. Mineral oil treats heart of the transformer, its functions are to insulate, suppress corona and arcing, and to serve as a coolant. The oil helps cool the transformer. Because it also provides part of the electrical …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Ecology of Leaf Adaptations in Azardirachta indica A. Juss at Desert Environment
Abstract: Azardirachta indica A. Juss is a medicinally important plant belonging to the family Meliaceae. It is widely used during COVID 19 for its anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects for COVID 19 prophylaxis. Although the plant is native to India, but is very much naturalized in tropical and subtropical countries. It is one of the commonly used plant for shelterbelt and wind break system along roadsides also. The present investigation was done …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Caries-Preventive Effects of Self-Applied Subacidic 0.5% NaF-HF Gel via Toothbrushing in 7–8-Year-Old Schoolchildren: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Abstract: To assess the caries-preventive effectiveness of self-applied subacidic 0.5% sodium fluoride–hydrofluoric acid (NaF-HF) gel used during toothbrushing in children aged 7–8 years Objective: To assess the caries-preventive effectiveness of self-applied subacidic 0.5% sodium fluoride–hydrofluoric acid (NaF-HF) gel used during toothbrushing in children aged 7–8 years. Methods: This 1-year, multi-arm, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group randomized study evaluated the caries-preventive efficacy of self-applied 0.5% NaF-HF gel among primary schoolchildren. A total of 1200 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 14–19 Read article