Analysis of corner kicks in FIFA 2018 World Cup

The aim of this study is to analyse the corner kicks taken in the matches played in the FIFA 2018 World Cup. A total of 606 corner kicks that were used in 64 matches in the competitions were analysed. The data were analysed in terms of the parameters of the direction in which the corner kick is taken (right, left), the time interval in which the corner kick is taken (1-15, 16-30, 31-45, 46-60, 61-75, 76-90), the region where the ball falls in the penalty area (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th.), the player whom the ball meets in the penalty area (goalkeeper, defender, striker), the body part which contacts the ball (head, foot, hand), attack result (goal, out, corner kick, clearing the ball, goalkeeping) and the body part with which the goals are scored (head, foot). The results indicated that in FIFA 2018 World Cup competitions, the right and left corner kicks were almost evenly distributed, but unlike previous matches, the corner kicks were taken from the left between the 16th and the 30th minutes, and from the right between the 61st and the 75th minutes. Contrary to the previous World Cups, it was found that fewer corner kicks were taken by spreading the game to both wings, the time interval changed in the search for goals from corner kicks, the target area was used predominantly, and the attacking players stood out compared to the defence players, and an equal number of goals were scored with the head and foot

The Examination of Some Physical and Biomotor Parameters During the European Championship Preparation Camp of Turkey National Junior Women Boxing Team

The aim of this study is to examination of some physical and biomotor parameters of Turkey National Junior Women Boxing Team during six-week training camp before European Championship.27 boxers from Turkey National Junior Women Boxing Team participated in the research. The age of the boxers was x̅=15.85±0.45 years, the height of boxers was x̅=163.00±6.08cm and the body weight of boxers was x̅=63.78±14.30 kg. Boxers participating in the study were given a 6-week training program prepared and scheduled by Turkey Boxing Federation. Some physical and biomotorical parameters (body weight, BMI, body fat percentage, 10 meters speed, 30 meters speed, vertical jump, anaerobic power) of all boxers were measured at the beginning and at the end of the camp. Statistical processes of all data were analysed by SPSS 17.0 statistical package program. Normal distribution analyses were performed with the Shapiro-Wilk Test. Pre-test and post-test comparison of Body Mass Index and body weight values were analyzed by using the Wilcoxon Test and, pre-test and post-test comparison of body fat percentages, 10 m. speed, 30 m. speed, vertical jump and anaerobic power values were analyzed by using the Paired T test statistic. Significance value was taken as p <0.05.Changes in body weight values before and after camping were x̅=63.78±14.35 kg – x̅=61.25±14.31 kg, in BMI values x̅=23.09±5.44 kg/m2 – x̅=21.86±4.45 kg/m2, in body fat percentages x̅=26.91±9.50 – x̅=25.61±9.29, in 10 m speed values x̅=3.03±0.25 – x̅=2.93±0.23 sec, in 30 m speed values x̅=6.44±0.36 – x̅=6.25±0.34 sec, in vertical jump values x̅=0.21±0.09 to x̅=0.31±0.07 m and in anaerobic power x̅=63.71±20.13 – x̅=74.47±15.48 kgm/s, significant changes were seen statistically (p <0.05).As a result we suggest that the having a well-designed training camp can make a positive contribution on physical and biomotor parameters of national junior women boxers before an important tournament

A Study About the Effect of 12 Week Aerobic Exercises on Certain Physical Fitness Parameters on Obese Housewives Living in Çankırı

Thirty-four volunteer obese housewives, who have not done exercise regularly during the last six months and have had no health problems to prevent them from exercising, have participated in the study. For the participating volunteers (n = 34), their age averages have been determined as (39.30 ± 11.30 years), their average height have been determined as (166.40 ± 8.50 cm) and their average body weights have been determined as (82.44 ± 15.02 kg), their average BMIs have been determined as (26.03 ± 6.65 kg/m2) and their average body fat percentages have been determined as (32.17 ± 8.05 %). The volunteers have been given an aerobic exercise program at 75% an exercise intensity according to the Karvonen formula for 50 minutes a day and for 4 days a week during 12 weeks. Measurements (body weight, waist circumference, body fat percentage) of the volunteers have been taken at the beginning and the end of the 12-week aerobic program. The data have been analysed by using the SPSS 17.0 statistical package program. Statistical analyses have been made by using Wilcoxon Test and the significance value has been determined as p< 0.05.After the statistical analysis, statistically significant difference have been detected between the preliminary and the final test values of the subjects in terms of Body Weight (z=-5.08, p<0.05), Waist Circumference (z=-5.08, p<0.05), Body Fat Percentage (z=-4.71, p<0.05) and Body Mass Index (z=-4.57, p<0.05).As a result, it has been determined that aerobic exercise of 12 weeks in aerobic style has positive effects on physical fitness parameters of obese housewives. For this reason, the importance of the cost-free aerobic exercise in the right intensity for every age has been revealed again

Visual analog patient satisfaction scale

Amaç: Hasta tatmininin ölçülmesi, verilen tıbbi bakımın kalitesini değerlendirmenin vazgeçilmez unsurlarından biridir. Bununla birlikte, bu ölçümü gerçekleştirmek isteyen bir hekimin değişik hastalık gruplarında uygulayabileceği, pratik, dilimize uyarlanmış ve yaygın olarak kullanılan bir skala yoktur. Bu yazıda, verilen tıbbi bakımdan hastanın tatmin olma derecesini ölçmek üzere düzenlenmiş “Görsel analog hasta tatmini skalası” isimli yeni bir skorlama sistemi sunulmaktadır. Çalışma planı: Sondurum ve hasta tatminini ölçmeye yönelik skalalar gözden geçirildi. Hastalarla olan uygulama ve gözlemlerden elde edilen deneyim doğrultusunda yeni bir skala oluşturuldu. Bulgular: Bu skalada dikey duran düz bir çizgi ve çizginin alt ve üst uçlarında tam tatminsizlik ve en üst seviyede tatmini temsil eden iki yüz çizimi bulunur. Hasta, dikey çizgi üzerinde tıbbi bakımdan tatmin olma derecesine karşılık gelen noktayı bir çarpı işaretiyle belirtir ve on üzerinden puanlanır. Görsel analog hasta tatmini skalası işlerlikleri kanıtlanmış ve yaygın olarak kullanılan iki skalanın (Görsel Analog Ağrı Skalası ve Wong-Baker Skalası) özelliklerini birleştirmektedir. Skalanın anlaşılması ve uygulanması kolaydır. Her yaş ve kültür düzeyindeki hastalarda ve tüm hastalıklar için uygulanabilecek bir ölçüm aracıdır. Zayıf tarafı ise hasta tatmininin bileşenlerine, yani hastayı bakımla ilgili neyin tatmin edip neyin etmediğine hassas olmamasıdır. Sonuç: Skala, kısıtlılıkları bilinmek şartıyla, hastanın “tıbbi bakımdan duyduğu genel tatmin derecesini” objektif ve pratik bir şekilde ölçmekte kullanılabilir.Objectives: Measuring patient satisfaction is one of the essential parts of determining the quality of medical care. However, for a physician wishing to perform this measurement, there is no practical, commonly used, and Turkish-adapted scoring tool which can be used for different diseases. In this paper, a novel scoring tool called &amp;#8220;Visual Analog Patient Satisfaction Scale,&amp;#8221; which aims to measure patient satisfaction with medical care, is presented. Study Design: Outcome and patient satisfaction scales were reviewed. A novel scaling system was developed using the experience obtained by the practice and by observations with patients. Results: This scale includes a vertical line and accompanying two faces at its inferior and superior ends, representing complete dissatisfaction and full satisfaction. The patient signs the point on the line which matches his/her level of satisfaction with the medical care. The scoring is made between 0 to 10. The Visual Analog Patient Satisfaction Scale takes advantage of two validated and commonly-used scales (Visual Analog Pain Scale and Wong-Baker Scale). It is an easy-to-understand and practical scoring tool which can be applied to patients of every age and educational level. The drawback of the scale is its insensitivity to the components of satisfaction, in other words, what makes the patient satisfied or dissatisfied. Conclusion: By knowing its limitations, one can use the scale to measure &amp;#8220;the general level of satisfaction with medical care&amp;#8221; objectively and practically

Vancomycin versus Linezolid in the Treatment of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Meningitis

Abstract Background: Vancomycin is the mainstay of treatment for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) meningitis. However, successful outcomes with linezolid have not been reported in a large series of patients. We conducted a single-center retrospective cohort study to compare vancomycin with linezolid in the treatment of MRSA meningitis. Methods: We extracted data and outcomes for all adult patients (age &gt; 18 years) with culture-proved MRSA meningitis who received vancomycin or linezolid between January 2006 and June 2011. A definite diagnosis of meningitis was based on the isolation of MRSA in at least one cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) culture and findings in CSF that are typical of the infection. Linezolid was given intravenously (IV) at a dosage of 600 mg q12h and vancomycin IV at 500 mg q6h. Results: A total of 8 patients with MRSA meningitis (5 male, 3 female; age [mean -SD] 61.6 -13.2 years) received vancomycin and 9 patients (7 male, 2 female; age 59.1 -15.6 years) received linezolid. All isolated strains of MRSA were susceptible to both vancomycin and linezolid. The rates of microbiologic success with linezolid or vancomycin, in terms of clearance of MRSA from CSF on day 5, were 7/9 and 2/8 (p = 0.044, Fisher exact test). No severe adverse events occurred in either treatment arm of the study. One-month survival of the patients in whom treatment was successful microbiologically was 2/2 in the vancomycin-treated group and 4/7 in the linezolidtreated group. Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) data for vancomycin were available for 5/6 treatment failures with vancomycin, and vancomycin MIC values of these five strains were 2 mg/L. Conclusion: Analysis of the findings in the limited cohorts in our study suggests that linezolid is superior to vancomycin for treating MRSA meningitis, especially in cases in which there is a high MIC (2 mg/L) for vancomycin. A clinical study involving larger cohorts may increase the evidence available in relation to this question

Optimizing the Application of Surgery for Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy [AO Spine RECODE-DCM Research Priority Number 10]

Study design: Literature Review (Narrative). Objective: To introduce the number 10 research priority for Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy: Individualizing Surgery. Methods: This article summarizes the current recommendations and indications for surgery, including how known prognostic factors such as injury time, age, disease severity, and associated comorbidities impact surgical outcome. It also considers key areas of uncertainty that should be the focus of future research. Results: While a small proportion of conservatively managed patients may remain stable, the majority will deteriorate over time. To date, surgical decompression is the mainstay of treatment, able to halt disease progression and improve neurologic function and quality of life for most patients. Whilst this recognition has led to recommendations on when to offer surgery, there remain many uncertainties including the type of surgery, or timing in milder and/or asymptomatic cases. Their clarification has the potential to transform outcomes, by ensuring surgery offers each individual its maximum benefit. Conclusion: Developing the evidence to better guide surgical decision-making at the individual patient level is a research priority for Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy

SPINE20 A global advocacy group promoting evidence-based spine care of value

PURPOSE: The Global Burden of Diseases (GBD) Studies have estimated that low back pain is one of the costliest ailments worldwide. Subsequent to GBD publications, leadership of the four largest global spine societies agreed to form SPINE20. This article introduces the concept of SPINE20, the recommendations, and the future of this global advocacy group linked to G20 annual summits. METHODS: The founders of SPINE20 advocacy group coordinated with G20 Saudi Arabia to conduct the SPINE20 summit in 2020. The summit was intended to promote evidence-based recommendations to use the most reliable information from high-level research. Eight areas of importance to mitigate spine disorders were identified through a voting process of the participating societies. Twelve recommendations were discussed and vetted. RESULTS: The areas of immediate concern were "Aging spine," "Future of spine care," "Spinal cord injuries," "Children and adolescent spine," "Spine-related disability," "Spine Educational Standards," "Patient safety," and "Burden on economy." Twelve recommendations were created and endorsed by 31/33 spine societies and 2 journals globally during a vetted process through the SPINE20.org website and during the virtual inaugural meeting November 10-11, 2020 held from the G20 platform. CONCLUSIONS: This is the first time that international spine societies have joined to support actions to mitigate the burden of spine disorders across the globe. SPINE20 seeks to change awareness and treatment of spine pain by supporting local projects that implement value-based practices with healthcare policies that are culturally sensitive based on scientific evidence

Chiari I Malformation: Is It the Result of an instability, and Should We Perform a Fusion Surgery?

WOS: 000473223900012PubMed ID: 3126146

Ameliyat sırasında omurilik monitörlemesi

This study presents a clinical series with 32 cases that have evoked potentials monitoring during spine and spinal cord surgery. Clinical diagnosis was intramedullary tumors in 9 patients, intradural extramedullary tumors in 5 patients, extradural tumors in 5 patients, cervical spondylotic myelopathy in 6 patients, tethered cord syndrome in 6 patients, thoracic disc herniation in one patient. All of the patients were monitored with cortical SEPs (Somatosensory Evoked Potentials) by tibial and median nerve stimulation, 29 patients were additionally monitored with spinal SEPs. In case the dura was opened, subdural recordings were done, otherwise epidural recordings were done. Intraoperative SEPs did not change in 21 patients, and worsened in 9 patients. Postoperative evaluation showed that clinical deficits did not change in 24 cases, progressed in one patient, deteriorated in 8 patients. We reported 2 false-negative, 3 false-positive, 6 true positive monitoring. SEPs with anal sphincter stimulation were more sensitive for monitoring of lesions in cauda and conus region. Since the surgeon reacted promptly to wave loss in one patient, SEPs were recovered during operation.In conclusion, monitoring of the patients with neurological deficits is harder than the patients without deficits such as scoliosis surgery. We noted serious fluctuations in already hampered base line activitiy of cortical SEPs in these patients. However, worsening or loss of spinal SEPs reflects the function of neurologic deficits, and should be considered as an absolute warning criteria.Bu çalışmada omurilik ve omurga cerrahisi sırasında evoked potansiyel monitörlemesi uyguladığımız 32 olguluk bir klinik serinin sonuçları sunulmaktadır. Dokuz hastada intramedüller tümör, 5 hastada intradural ekstramedüller tümör, 5 hastada ekstradural tümör, 6 hastada servikal spondilotik miyelopati, 6 hastada gergin omurilik sendromu, 1 hastada torakal disk hernisi mevcuttu. Tüm hastalarda tibial ve median sinir uyarımı ile kortikal SEP'ler (Somatosensoryel Evoked Potansiyel), 29 hastada ayrıca spinal SEP'ler elde edildi. Dura açılmışsa intradural, açılmamışsa ekstradural kayıtlar yapıldı, yirmibir olguda intraoperatif E'ler (Evoked Potansiyel) değişmedi, 9 olguda kötüleşti. Postoperatif erken dönemde klinik tablo 24 olguda değişmedi, 1 olguda düzelme gösterdi, 8 olguda ise kötüleşme gösterdi, iki yanlış negatiflik, 3 yanlış pozitiflik, 6 doğru pozitiflik elde edildi. Kauda-konus patolojilerinde anal sfinkter uyarımlı SEP'ler daha anlamlı sonuçlar verdi. Bir olguda kısa süreli kötüleşmeye cerrahın yanıt vermesiyle SEP'ler düzeldi. Genel olarak nörolojik defisiti olan hastaların monitörlenmesi, skolyoz cerrahisi gibi defisitsiz olguların monitörlenmesinden daha zor olmaktadır. Bu olgularda zaten bozuk olan kortikal SEP'ler ameliyat sırasında ciddi dalgalanmalar gösterebilmektedir. Ancak spinal SEP'lerin kaybı ya da bozulması nörolojik defisitin bir göstergesi olup, mutlak uyarı kriteri olarak kabul edilmelidir