Hamada A. Hamada

Cairo University | CU · Department of Biomechanics

Introduction Physical training induces iron status impairment in athletic females in the short term and over prolonged periods. Nevertheless, the existing literature lacks a comprehensive evaluation of the differential impacts of aerobic vs. anaerobic training on hematological indices and iron status among adolescent female athletes. The aim of thi...

Background. The high prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) among young females has prompted interest in exploring its multifactorial causes. One area of investigation is the relationship between musculoskeletal posture and gynecological health. Purpose. To examine the potential correlation between spinopelvic alignment and uterine dimensions in f...

Background: ‘‘The well-trained core is essential for optimal performance and injury prevention.’’ Despite the recurrence with which this statement is used in exercise science literature, the evidence to support it is lacking, contradictory, or taken out of context. This quadruple-blinded, randomised controlled trial examined the impact of proximal...

Background: The impact of behavioral risk factors, specifically postural habits and the presence of postural changes, has been identified as a significant concern for adolescent females, particularly in public school settings. Purpose: This study aims to conduct a comparative analysis of postural changes, behavioral postures, back pain, and behavio...

Background: Patellofemoral osteoarthritis (PF OA) is exceptionally predominant and limiting. However, little is known about the risk factors that contribute to its onset and progression. Purpose: The aim of this study was to decide if women with PF OA descend stairs using different muscular activation strategies compared to similarly aged healthy c...

Background. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine condition in women of reproductive age and has been suggested as a risk factor for cardiometabolic disease. Depending on which diagnostic criteria are applied, approximately 10–15% of the women of reproductive age are affected by PCOS.Objective. To examine how viscera manipul...

Aim. Breech presentation complicates 3-4% of all term deliveries. This trial aimed to study the effect of combining spontaneous cephalic version (SCV) techniques with acoustic stimulation on the position of breech fetuses and their subsequent impact on maternal and neonatal outcomes. Materials and Methods. A randomized controlled trial was conducte...

Background. Myofascial pelvic pain (MFPP) is characterized by the presence of tender myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the muscles and fascia of the pelvic floor. Pelvic floor manual therapy is frequently suggested as the first line of treatment for MFPP. Main body of the abstract. The existing literature affirms the beneficial outcomes of manua...

Introduction Chronic venous and diabetic ulcers are hard to treat that cause patients long time of suffering as well as significant healthcare and financial costs. Purpose The conducted study was to evaluate the efficacy of bee venom (BV) phonophoresis on the healing of chronic unhealed venous and/or diabetic foot ulcers Also, to compare the heali...

Background. Rectus diastasis is a common problem affecting postpartum mothers. It decreases the integrity as well as functional strength of the abdominal wall, and causes low back pain and pelvic instability Objective. To examine how TECAR therapy (monopolar capacitive resistance radiofrequency of 448 KHz) affects rectus diastasis in postpartum wom...

Objective To assess the effectiveness of 448 kHz monopolar capacitive resistive radiofrequency (MCRR) in the treatment of females with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Materials and methods Forty females with SUI complaints were separated randomly into two equal groups. Group A with 20 females received the MCRR therapy for 20 min and performed p...

This was a randomised trial aimed to determine squatting exercises’ effects on menstruation, pelvic mechanics, and uterine circulation in primary dysmenorrhoea. A total of 120 females with primary dysmenorrhoea were assigned into group (A), receiving yoga protocol, or groups (B, C & D), receiving yoga protocol added to modified wall squat, sumo squ...

This study aimed to investigate the effects of deep-stripping and trigger-point pressure release massage on the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), jaw mobility, and pressure pain threshold (PPT) of masticatory muscles in patients with sleep bruxism. A randomized controlled trial was conducted among 45 patients diagnosed with sleep bruxism. The...

Introduction. Thyroid cancer is the most common type of cancer in the endocrine system. Thyroidectomy has potential complications. Shoulder dysfunction is the most reported physical complication following neck dissection surgery post thyroidectomy. Various treatment is utilized to diminish or counteract shoulder distortion. The purpose of this stud...

The school type can greatly affect the posture and psychological state of adolescent girls by controlling many factors, such as school bag load and way of carriage, furniture-anthropometry degree of matching, and availability of resources. This study aimed to compare postural changes and psychological aspects of adolescent Egyptian girls, attending...

There is a growing interest concerning the understanding of measurements of spinal and leg alignment in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). However, evaluating spinopelvic alignment in the sagittal plane with pain level, functional disability and frontal plane projection angle (FPPA) in PFPS has not been adequately addressed. The aim...

Objective: To evaluate the effect of aerobic exercise versus dietary modification on visceral adiposity indicators in obese postmenopausal diabetic women. Design: A prospective, randomized, controlled comparative study. Methods: Thirty-six obese postmenopausal women, suffering from type 2 diabetes (T2D), participated in this study. They were rando...

Context Research is lacking regarding osteopathic approaches in treating polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), one of the prevailing endocrine abnormalities in reproductive-aged women. Limited movement of pelvic organs can result in functional and structural deficits, which can be resolved by applying visceral manipulation (VM). Objectives This study...

Introduction Pressure pain threshold has been quantified by using a gold standard algometer in patients with bruxism. However, the expense associated with quantifying pressure pain threshold to detect trigger points with a gold standard algometer precludes its use in the clinic. This study aimed to measure the reliability and validity of the more a...

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and high-intensity laser therapy (HILT), as outpatient physical therapy modalities, on knee osteoarthritis (KOA) patients. Materials and methods: The treatment program was completed by 40 individuals with stage II KOA (according to K...

Introduction Purpose: The study was conducted to investigate the influence of pulsed magnetic field therapy on hand function, grip and pinch grip strength in post flexor tendon repair patients. Material and methods Methods: Fifty male patients with flexor tendon repair took part in this research, with ages ranging from 25 to 50 years. They were as...

High-heeled shoes adversely affect spinal curvature, increase the risk of low back pain, and disturb the normal gait pattern. The purpose of this study was to examine, from a biopsychosocial point of view, the combined effect of wearing two different heel heights and of hormonal oscillation throughout different phases of the menstrual cycle on spin...

Introduction The aim of the study was to determine the effect of low level laser applied for 3 months, 2 sessions per week, on pelvic floor muscles and fascia compared with a pelvic floor exercise program in patients with stress urinary incontinence. Methods The randomized controlled trial involved 30 patients with stress urinary incontinence and...

Purpose. This study aimed to investigate and compare the effect of lumbar stabilization exercises versus Kinesio taping on pain intensity level, functional disabilities, and lumbar range of motion (ROM) on non‑specific LBP in post‑menopausal women. Materials and Methods. 60 post‑menopausal women diagnosed with chronic non‑specific LBP participated...

The aim was to investigate and compare the effectiveness of Ultrasound (US) versus a combination of US and ischemic compression (IC) technique on headache pain intensity and range of motion (ROM) of the cervical region in healthy females with myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the cervical muscles, following normal delivery. Forty females (ages 2...

Examining the outcome of the extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on females with postpartum sacroiliac joint pain was the aim of this study. Forty primigravida (six weeks postpartum) females with sacroiliac pain was the sample in this study. The subjects equally randomly allocated in group A and B. Group A was treated by ESWT in addition to po...

This study aimed to identify the near-infrared (NIR) light emitting diode (LED) time response on isokinetic peak torque of elbow flexors. This was a prospective, randomized, single blind, pre–test post-test, and placebo-controlled crossover study. Forty-five healthy non-athletes were assigned at random to 3 groups equally: 5 minutes, 1-hour and 5-h...

Purpose Chronic pelvic pain can influence women’s quality of life and activity levels; it can lead to several adverse side effects, such as changes in posture and biomechanical alignment. The purpose of this study was to determine the biomechanical changes that occur in women experiencing chronic pelvic pain, either cyclic or noncyclic. Methods A...

Background. Patellofemoral osteoarthritis (PF OA) is a leading cause of significant pain and disability of knee joint. Stair climbing dysfunction is commonly reported in this cohort. Objectives. To compare the temporal muscle activation between females with PF OA and healthy controls during stair ascent and to decide whether there is a link between...

Introduction Ankle instability is a common injury in athletes affecting the quality of life, functional limitation, as well as static and dynamic balance. Aim: To compare the efficacy of virtual reality and Biodex balance training in the treatment of ankle instability in adolescent athletes. Material and methods Participants and Methodology: Ninet...

The second stage of labor (SSL) has often been neglected, leading to birthing complications, perinatal morbidities, and higher rates of cesarean section (CS) in nulliparous women. In this paper, it was aimed to determine the effect of antenatal exercises on labor outcomes in nulliparous women. Two-group posttest-only randomized study. Overall, 60 n...

Background. Interstitial cystitis is a range of urological manifestations that are characterized by bladder, pelvic and urethral pain, just as irritative voiding side effects. It is characterized by the International Continence Society as the protest of suprapubic pain, identi ied with bladder illing combined by different manifestations, for exampl...

Background. Faulty hip kinematics during weight bearing activities is proposed to contribute to patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). However, limited information exists to determine the effectiveness of exercises programs that not only act on the knee joint, but also on the hip joint in patients with PFPS. Purpose. The purpose of this study was to...

Laser acupuncture has produced promising results in the management of many medical conditions; it has been used as a non-invasive therapy with no puncture pain which represents a major advantage over traditional acupuncture or electroacupuncture. The research question of this study is: Does the Aluminum Gallium Arsenide (AlGaAs) LASER acupuncture a...

Background. Burns are one of the most common injuries in pediatric population, gram-positive bacteria is the main pathogens responsible for wound infection that is the leading cause of morbidity and sometimes mortality in growing children with burn. Low level laser is a new treatment option that is increasingly used in the field of wound healing. A...

Purpose: This study was to assess the post treatment and six weeks follow up effectiveness of Strain Counter Strain techniques (SCS) on pain, range of motion (ROM) and disability in patients with acute Nonspecific Low Back Pain with mobility deficits. Methods: Eighty-four patients diagnosed as Nonspecific Low Back Pain with mobility deficits divide...

Women who go through short- and long-term breast cancer treatment may experience adverse psychosocial and physiological outcomes related to treatment that negatively affect prognosis, function and consequently quality of life. Exercise and physical activity are considered effective in improving prognosis and may relieve effects associated with canc...

Despite the well-known benefits of exercise on the physical and mental health of postnatal women, none of the former studies had evaluated the impact of moderate exercise on breast milk cortisol in healthy lactating women. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the impact of moderate exercise on breast milk cortisol in healthy lactatin...

Evidence suggests that for primiparous females delivered with epidural anesthesia maternal comfort is accomplished at the expense of a longer second stage, higher frequencies of operative delivery as well as reduced muscular tone of pelvic floor needed for normal internal rotation of the fetal head, and the reflex maternal urge to bear down. This s...

Purpose. Hypertrophic scar (HTS) is one of the common post-burn complications that lead to functional and cosmetic impairments, so we pursued to examine efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on HTS in expression of improving scar thickness and appearance. Materials and Methods. 60 patients with post burn HTS were recruited in this tr...

Introduction To determine the influence of ultraviolet radiation on vitamin D plasma levels and quality of life in postmenopausal women with vitamin D deficiency. Methods In a single-blinded randomized controlled trial design, 30 postmenopausal women were chosen suffering from a progressive, generalized muscle weakness, associated with decrease in...

Aim. To explore the effect of forward head posture (FHP) on temporomandibular joint (TMJ) proprioception in post-pubertal females. Material and Method. Forty post-pubertal females participated in this study. They were classi ied in accordance with the craniovertebral angle (CVA) into two groups. The Forward head posture (FHP) group had CVA of less...

Objective The purpose of the study was to find out effect of toeing on balance in children with diplegic cerebral palsy. Methods An observational study was conducted. Thirty children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy, aged 5 to 8 years, participated in this study. They were classified into 2 groups: group A was children with out-toeing, and gro...

Aim: In this study, we aimed to explore the effect of a suggested physical therapy protocol on the anthropometric parameters and hormonal profile of obese adolescent girls with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Material and Method: Twenty obese adolescent girls with PCOS participated in this study. Their ages ranged from 14 to 18 years and their...

Background. Incontinence in the urine is a common problem. Its prevalence increases as age increasing , especially among older women..Conservative management as its first line treatment is recommended. Physical therapies are the cornerstone of such conservative management, especially pelvic floor muscle exercise. Objective. Prospective study to eva...

Introduction. Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is common in pregnancy. Maternal consequences might include an increased rate of caesarean delivery. This study was conducted to determine the effect of an exercise program on the mode of delivery in gestational diabetic females. Methods. A prospective, randomized, single-blind, pre-post-test, contr...

Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU) is a global health care problem considered as a major cause of morbidity and mortality among diabetic patients. Pulsed Electromagnetic field (PEMF) is a non-invasive technique with potential beneficial effects on wound healing. Laser therapy stimulates cell molecules and is strongly considered as a promising wound healing...

Introduction Hypertrophic scars and keloids are physically and mentally disturbing, and can cause pain and itching. Various treatment is utilized to diminish or counteract scarring. The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of silicone gel, Contractubex gel, and corticosteroid phonophoresis for post-burn hypertrophic scars. Methods A pro...

Introduction To explore the effect of myofascial release on electrophysiological and clinical measures of pregnant women with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Methods Randomized controlled trial. Overall, 30 pregnant women with CTS, aged 25–35 years, were randomized into 2 equal groups. The control group only wore a neutral wrist splint during sleepi...

Burns in upper extremity results in edema formation resulting in neural compression disorders such as Cubital tunnel. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of high intensity laser therapy (HILT) on post burn cubital tunnel syndrome. Thirty patients with cubital tunnel syndrome were randomly assigned to a HILT group and pl...

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the changes in dynamic plantar foot pressure distribution and vertical ground reaction force in normal pregnant women at their three different trimesters. Participants and methods: Nineteen normal primigravida pregnant women in their first trimester. Participants completed three trials across th...

Aim. Aging resulted in decrease in respiratory muscle strength which limits the exercise performance and quality of life. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and the functional outcomes of inspiratory muscle training in elderly. Material and methods. 48 nonsmoker’s elderly from both genders aging 60 to 70 years were recruited. Th...

Background: Patellofemoral osteoarthritis is a common presentation in the outpatients' physical therapy clinics. The muscle imbalance between the vastus medialis oblique and vastus lateralis muscles is one of the main factors that lead to the development of this condition. Objective: To compare the effect of a squatting versus squatting with hip...

[Purpose] This study was carried out to investigate the effect of orange filtered polarized polychromatic light on post burn pediatric scar. [Participants and Methods] Thirty children with post burn scar in wrist and hands participated in this study. They were between 3 to 7 years old, having hypertrophic burn scar ≥2 months post healing, free from...

Background: Further research on pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) effects on the different conditions of low back pain was warranted due to lack of studies in this area. Objectives: To investigate the effects of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy with 50Hz frequency, with low intensity of 20Gauss compared to conventional non-invasive treatme...

Aim: The present study aimed to detect and relate alteration in reaction of plasma leptin and pulmonary functions (forced vital capacity "FVC" and forced expiratory volume in the first second "FEV1") in obese adolescent schoolboys and schoolgirls to aerobic training. Material and Method: Sixty obese secondary school students with body mass index (B...

Impaired skeletal muscle endurance may be an important causal factor in the development of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). However, there is lack of information regarding the effect of hip versus knee muscle fatigue on isokinetic parameters of hip and knee muscles in those patients. The aim was to investigate the effect of hip abductors versus...

Significance: There are many environmental considerations which may or may not lead to the development of faulty cervical mechanics. The design of near vision lenses could contribute to the development of such cervical dysfunction and consequently neck pain. Decision making regarding proper type of lens prescription seems important for presbyopic...

10th World Congress for Neurorehabilitation 2018, Poster Abstract

[Purpose] To compare the effect of aerobic exercises versus laser acupuncture in treatment of postmenopausal hot flushes. [Subjects and Methods] This study was designed as single blind randomized controlled trial. A total of 48 postmenopausal women complained of hot flushes. Their ages ranged between 45 to 55 years and were randomly assigned into 2...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex disorder that adversely affect fertility. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of bee venom (BV) phonophoresis in the treatment of obese PCOS women. Forty-six obese PCOS women with age range, 18- 39 years and body mass index 29- 43 kg/m² were recruited. Participants were assigned random...

Background: The muscle imbalances between upper and lower trapezius muscle activity are related to abnormal scapular motion in patients with frozen shoulder. This explains the importance of rehabilitation of the lower trapezius muscle in addition to common stretching and mobilizing treatment protocols for patients with frozen shoulder. Purpose: Thi...

Background: There is a growing interest in treatments involving natural means and procedures, alternative to those of conventional medicine. Some special sands are being used worldwide in therapeutic applications, especially in musculoskeletal problems. Objectives: To compare the effect of Siwan traditional therapy versus conventional therapy for f...

[Purpose] This study was carried out to determine the effect of an exercise program on pelvic pain and posture associated with endometriosis. [Subjects and Methods] This study was designed as repeated measures design that compared one group of 20 patients (age range 26–32 years) diagnosed by laparoscope as having mild or moderate endometriosis befo...

[Purpose] To compare the effect of an aquatic-based versus a land-based exercise regimen on the physical performance of severely burned patients. [Subjects and Methods] Forty patients suffering from severe burn (total body surface area more than 30%) were recruited from several outpatient clinics in Greater Cairo. Their ages ranged between 20 to 40...