Introduction: Physical activity is one important factor in the nervous system of animals, it may affect the structure also the function of the brain. Regular aerobic exercises have a good effect on the whole body and thus improves the sense of well-being. Aim: The aim of this experiment was to evaluate the effect of aerobic physical activity in white laboratory rats for 21 days. Methods: The experimental animals used were twenty Wistar rats, divided into 2 groups of 10 animals they were subjected to forced swim test for 21 days for 60-90 min swim. The evaluation of levels of Adrenaline was performed on 1st, 7th, 14th day and on the last day of the experiment day 21 using ELISA kit protocol, also body mass was compared between groups. Results: Our results showed that inducing aerobic physical activity for 21 days on the rats affects their levels of adrenaline. Comparatively, the control group of rats had significantly higher levels of adrenalin compared with day 21 (p=0.435) but lower compared with day 7 and 14 (p=0.231). There was also a difference in body mass which demonstrates adaptability to the surroundings and better coping with physical stress. Conclusion: Regular aerobic activity for 21 days, for 60-90 min swim has a positive impact on adrenaline level also this aerobic exercise protocol could have a positive impact on reducing and maintaining body weight, thus preventing overweight.
Low back pain is the most common cause of disability. Epidemiological studies have generally considered that risk factors for starting backache are interrelated in three dimensions: individual factors and lifestyle, physical or biomechanical factors, and psychosocial factors. The main aim of this study was to evaluate the effi cacy of physical therapy in patients with chronic non-specifi c low back pain. This retrospective study was conducted at the Diagnostic Therapeutic Center Rezonanca, Department of Physiotherapy in Prishtina, Kosovo, during the period January-March 2017. Analyzed data were collected from year 2015-2016, included physiotherapeutic reports of patients of both sexes, Lasegue's test and improvement of the patients after 10 sessions of physical therapy treatment. The main criteria for inclusion in the research was chronic non-specifi c low back pain with a duration of more than 6 months. According our results we found statistical signifi cance diff erence regarding the overall condition of treatment from the total number of patients (t=2.004, p<0.05). Based on this research we can conclude that physical therapy is highly eff ective treatment in reducing chronic non-specifi c low back pain.
Introduction: Physical inactivity has been identified as a major risk factor for global mortality, causing approximately 2 million deaths globally, whereas the physical activity of moderate intensity has significant benefits for health. Exposure to stress results in changes in the endocrine and autonomic nervous systems, as well as behavioral changes which allow an organism to adapt to environmental changes. This study aimed to assess changes in cortisol levels and body temperature in rats after forced swim tests. Methods: Female Wistar rats were divided into two groups: a control group (n = 10; not subjected to a forced swim test) and an experimental group (n = 10; subjected to a forced swim test). The forced swim test (60-90 min) was given to the experimental group for 21 days. Body temperature was measured rectally every day, and blood was taken from the animals on the 1st, 7th, 14th, and 21st days of the experiment to determine cortisol levels using a Mouse/Rat Cortisol ELISA protocol. Results: The results showed a statistically significant difference in the cortisol level between the groups on day 21 (p < 0.05). We found a significant reduction in the recurrent temperature after exposure to physical stress. Conclusions: Regular aerobic activity at a submaximal level for 21 days can reduce the hormonal stress response in female Wistar rats.
Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative disorder in the neck that is very common and worsens with age: it can limit the ability to participate in normal activities and is also costly to treat. The purpose of this study was to observe the effect of isometric and dynamic exercises on cervical spondylosis. This study was conducted at the center for physical therapy and rehabilitation in “Banja e Kllokotit”, Kllokot, Kosovo. The total number of patients included in the study was 60 people of both sexes, who were randomly divided into two groups (group A, n=30; group B, n=30) and received ten sessions of physical therapy. Group A was treated with thermotherapy, electrotherapy, dynamic exercises for the muscles of the cervical region, stretching and deep transverse massage; while group B was treated with thermotherapy, electrotherapy, isometric exercises, and stretching. Range of motion was measured with a standard goniometer, while the level of pain was estimated by the numerical rating scale of pain (NRS). Evaluation of patients was done before and after ten sessions of treatment. The results showed significant difference between groups related to mobility in flexion (P=0.052), extension (P =0.743) side bending (P<0.000) and pain parameters (P<0.000); the group of patients treated with dynamic exercise showed better results and performance after 10 sessions of physical therapy. It can be concluded that dynamic exercise produces better results compared to isometric exercises.
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