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EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PROPRIOCEPTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR FACILITATION METHOD APPLICATION ON UPPER LIMB FUNCTIONS IN PATIENTS AFTER STROKE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF LITERATURE
Full text linkThe brain damage caused by a stroke can lead to severe and long-lasting physical and mental health problems, which can have a significant impact on human quality of life. Although restoring gait parameters in stroke patients is one of the most important rehabilitation goals, currently around 80% of stroke survivors have some degree of upper limb motor impairment. Several authors have shown that restoration of upper limb function is often more difficult to achieve and requires a longer rehabilitation period. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is thought to be one of the most common neurophysiological techniques used by physiotherapists in post-stroke rehabilitation. The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) in improving upper limb function in patients after stroke through a systematic literature review. The research inquiry was performed by searching through various online databases until February 2023. Following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, studies were selected using the PICO model and its elements, and based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The quality of the selected studies was assessed using the PEDro scale. The review examined five studies on PNF effects in 210 stroke patients, all scoring six or more on the high-quality PEDro scale. Patients were, on average, 52 to 63 years old. Four of the five studies, using the Arm Motor Ability Test and Fugl-Meyer assessment, showed statistically significant improvements in upper limb motor ability and function post-PNF intervention. One study assessing self-care functional ability revealed significant improvements in the Barthel index for both experimental and control groups. Spasticity assessment with the Ashford scale in one study indicated a statistically significant reduction in upper limb spasticity in both groups. Yeole et al. found significant improvements in active range of motion using a manual goniometer in shoulder and elbow joints and wrist joint flexion, extension, and radial deviation for PNF-applied participants
PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF IMPROVING THE EFFICIENCY OF REHABILITATION OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN COMMUNITY DURING WARTIME
Full text linkIn the article, the problem of increasing the effectiveness of rehabilitation of persons with disabilities in the community in wartime conditions is updated and substantiated at the theoretical, legal, and empirical levels. On the basis of a focus group survey, the importance and failure to fully realize the problems of rehabilitation of persons with disabilities in the community in wartime conditions were proven. It was established that according to the opinion of persons with disabilities and their parents, the problems of rehabilitation of persons with disabilities are solved to a greater extent by local authorities and local self-government bodies, social services and health care institutions, etc.; there is a need to create a permanent supportive and developmental environment in the community; there is a problem in the organization of work, employment, opportunities to get to work; a violation of the feeling of security is noted, there is a feeling of powerlessness, irritation, misunderstanding of the nearest prospects; fixed need to be listened to and heard, to regularly communicate with specialists. The foreign and Ukrainian experience of psychosocial aspects of increasing the effectiveness of rehabilitation of persons with disabilities in the community is analysed. The author\u27s social project "Different and Equal" is proposed, aimed at improving the efficiency of providing rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities in the community in wartime conditions. The main feature of this social project is that it is maximally focused on integrating the efforts of community members, persons with disabilities and their family members to promote social adaptation, strengthening the resources of persons with disabilities to overcome the challenges and threats of war.
GENRE-STYLE CONSTANTS OF CHAMBER SYMPHONY BY E. STANKOVYCH
Full text linkThe originality of the creative handwriting of Ukrainian composers of the end of the ХХ and the first quarter of the ХХІ century is becoming an urgent research problem of our time. A large number of components of the musical language of artistic compositions, understanding of new value orientations, genre-style synthesis - these and other features constitute the poetics of the work of domestic artists of the mentioned period. E. Stankovych took an active place among the constellation of Ukrainian composers of the end of the 20th and the first quarter of the 21st century. The article emphasizes that the chamber symphony genre in the composer\u27s work shows the peculiarities of his creative handwriting. It was determined that the composer\u27s legacy of E. Stankovych, in particular the study of his chamber symphonies, is a production for the training of teachers of artistic disciplines. After all, chamber symphonies reflect constant reforms in the field of musical language and composer\u27s thinking. The purpose of the research is to identify genre and stylistic features of chamber symphonies by E. Stankovych. To achieve the goal, historiographical, genre-stylistic and comparative research methods were used. The genre-style model of E. Stankovich\u27s chamber symphonies shows the specificity of postmodern art, which takes place in genre synthesis, understanding the semantic potential of timbre, and transformation of images. Fifteen chamber symphonies of E. Stankovych have a common principle of construction, which gives grounds for confirming the opinion about the emergence of the author\u27s metastyle.
TESTING AND STRATEGIES OF THE ANATOMAGE TABLE USE IN TEACHING PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Full text linkAt the Department of Morphology, integrating the Anatomage Table (AT) into medical education is a supplementary resource to teach virtual Human Anatomy to medical students and their future professional and clinical careers. This study aimed to examine and test an AT in teaching a virtual Physical Anthropology course and assess the tutors’ beliefs and perceptions regarding using technology for teaching. Two tutors participated in the study from autumn 2022 until autumn 2023. Data were collected by tutors who followed specific methods to identify and measure anthropometrical points for evaluation. Tutors paid attention to the available virtual human body images for data collection, research, teaching and learning. Several anthropometrical measurements were performed and collected based on standard methods and positions in the table views. AT was mandatory to verify precise indicators’ location and confirm digital instruments for their detection over several human bodies. As part of this study, suggestions for the utilization of the AT to gather essential anthropometrical information have been prepared. Future studies can aim to generate unique methods and supplemental procedures for getting anthropometrical data in contact with AT and using this technology in teaching Physical Anthropology
CHALLENGES OF DIGITAL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT AT LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING INSTITUTIONS
Full text linkWith the ongoing progress of digital education opportunities, recently the buzz of artificial intelligence law enforcement education processes also requires identification and analysis of evolving phenomena. In order to ensure a safe up-to-date, highly efficient training process law enforcement officials involved in education process need to be competent with current education trends as well as be able to establish future visionary self-developments, be able for timely adaptation and constant exchange of best practices. The main goal of the article is to identify, analyse and summarizes latest EU scale digital education development visions and research results in context of digital learning, artificial intelligence, possible problems, risks and concerns regarding further digital education integration within specific law enforcement education environment. The article includes the identification of problematic areas by using historic research method, particularly from digital education integration learning experiences. At the conclusion of this research future outlooks in harnessing the potential of digital education within law enforcement have been proposed based on analysis of scientific literature, legal documents as well as empirical insights derived from hands-on experience in teaching within law enforcement environment
JOB SHADOWING AS A METHOD IN FURTHER EDUCATION
Full text linkIn response to the advanced shifts within the professional era, this study underscores the novel application of job shadowing as a medium of further education. By providing an understanding of the shifting requirements for practical knowledge in career building, this research represents the various scenarios of job shadowing for advanced professional growth. This study employed a mixed-methods approach employed quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. The responses of 63 professionals from various industries involved in job shadowing were thoroughly analysed. The responses demonstrate the significant impact of job shadowing on acquiring skills and developing career trajectories. The respondents emphasise the importance of acquiring extensive practical knowledge, obtaining precise and reliable information about various professional job positions, and increasing their confidence to the most extent. Further, job shadowing is also helpful in expanding professional networks. This approach also contributes to a broader scenario on career-building journeys. Other than these positive outcomes, challenges were also underlined. These include a limited number of opportunities and not enough knowledge of employees in this field. This study represents the shifting position of job shadowing and recommends practical suggestions for establishing its efficiency in the professional corporate world. This study provides a detailed overview of the benefits, challenges, and solutions aligned with job shadowing. The study also highlights the important role of new strategies in further education in the recent discussion
BLOCKCHAIN USAGE IN PLANT HYBRIDIZATION
Full text linkThe project aims to leverage blockchain technology to address the challenges faced by gardeners and botanists in tracking and managing plant hybridization data. By employing a decentralized ledger system, the project enables users to securely record and verify the genetic makeup, metadata, and ownership of hybrid plants. Through the integration of smart contracts and MetaMask authentication, users can create and claim ownership of plants, ensuring transparency, integrity, and trust in the hybridization process
LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT: EFFECTS OF MONOLINGUAL AND BILINGUAL ENVIRONMENTS
Full text linkSpeech and language are the basis for a child\u27s successful development, communication and social well-being, as well as the acquisition of academic knowledge and skills. Due to the global trend and the ever-increasing disorders of children\u27s speech and language development, it is necessary to be aware of the influence of a bilingual environment on the child\u27s speech and language development, to clarify the risks and benefits associated with bilingualism, as well as to educate parents and educators about them, so that a child who grows up in a bilingual environment received maximum understanding and, if necessary, support in the process of learning speech and language
METHODS OF CALCULATING THE SHADOW ECONOMY AND THEIR COMPARISON IN THE BALTIC STATES
Full text linkDespite the fact that from 2012 to 2022 the economic growth rate of the Baltic states had increased, the share of the shadow economy in their economies decreased only minimally and still remains above 20% of GDP. The shadow economy consists of numerous and various components and influencing factors, the scope of which depends on the researcher, country, chosen method, and other criteria. The shadow economy is a significant economic phenomenon that needs to be controlled, monitored, and combated. To successfully combat it, it is necessary to work on methods for calculating the shadow economy, understand the formulas of these methods, their scope, and apply the appropriate method depending on the chosen objective, since the precise extent of the shadow economy cannot be accurately determined. The novelty of the research: the author studied the methods for calculating the shadow economy, their various scopes, and the impact they have on the variability of the shadow economy indicator, using the methods applied in the Baltic states
GAMA GROUP ANALYSIS OF DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Full text linkThe paper analyses the business development opportunities to efficiently utilise the company\u27s increased capital by integrating a new service to meet the expectations of existing customers and attract new customers. Business development is a key factor in enabling a company to remain competitive in the market and to adapt to market changes. Business development can be done within an organisation using its own resources - by linking development to the creation of new products or services. A theoretical concept of business development and an analysis of development opportunities is presented in order to understand the company\u27s competitors, customer needs and the available resources and their use