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Rehman Journal of Health Sciences
ISSN 2664-4630 · Rehman Medical Institute · 195 articles in the index
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Teaching leadership through small group teaching: an instructional approach for undergraduate medical education
Background: Leadership in medical education is seen as a multi-dimensional phenomenon. In recent years, undergraduate programs have started to incorporate leadership training as part of the curriculum to enhance the quality of education. This rapid communication to outlines the need to teach…
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Outcomes of patients operated by female general surgeon: a 5-year experience at a THQ hospital Lahore
Background: Principles of surgery are standardized to provide quality patient care through fruitful surgery. These comprise adequate clinical knowledge, judicious decision making, realistic patient counseling, decent surgical techniques and satisfactory perioperative care. This retrospective study…
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Effectiveness of dry needling and intramuscular electrical stimulation in managing musculoskeletal pain: a systematic review
Background: Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is a chronic pain condition affecting muscles and fascia. Pressure on affected areas causes localized or referred pain. MPS contributes significantly to the global disease burden, especially among working-age adults, reducing physical performance and…
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Herbal Plants Used in Treatment of Dengue- A review of Antiviral Potentials
Background: Dengue fever is a major global health concern, as it has emerged as a sudden threat, increasing mortality and morbidity rates worldwide, with no specific antiviral treatment available. It is a virus-borne illness; the Flavivirus is transmitted to humans by female Aedes mosquitoes and…
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Outcomes of paediatric mandibular trauma using acrylic cap splint followed by circum-mandibular wiring
Background: The incidence of facial fractures in children is relatively low compared to adults, accounting for approximately 1% to 15% of all facial fractures, with mandibular fractures being the most common due to the prominence of the chin and falls being a frequent cause. This study was designed…
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Prevalence of emergence delirium in children schedule for tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
Background: Emergence delirium (ED) is an altered state of consciousness and cognition that often occurs in children after tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T&A). Little has been reported about the prevalence of emergence delirium in our population, therefore, this study was designed to find out…
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Institutional cost comparison of endoscopic third ventriculostomy and ventriculoperitoneal shunt in the management of obstructive hydrocephalus
Background: Abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricle of the brain is termed as hydrocephalus. The management of hydrocephalus depends upon two neurosurgical conditions, such as Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) and Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. Both procedures are…
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Perception of posture among bike riders and its association with pain
Background: Bike riders are increasingly experiencing postural issues, which frequently result in musculoskeletal pain. Particularly for college students who ride frequently, factors like bad posture, bike type, weight, and riding time all contribute to injuries. This study was designed to examine…
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Adherence to evidence-based guidelines for ankle sprain care among physiotherapists in Peshawar Pakistan: a cross-sectional study
Background: Ankle sprain is one of the most common sports injuries worldwide. Despite its high prevalence, the level of adherence to clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) for ankle sprain management among physical therapists (PTs) in Peshawar, Pakistan, has not been adequately explored. This survey…
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Prevalence of upper crossed syndrome in tall males and its correlation with work-related activities; a cross-sectional survey
Background: Upper Crossed Syndrome is a type of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) and it is linked with poor ergonomics and sitting for extended periods of time. Upper Crossed Syndrome can lead to muscle imbalances and a poor posture in the body that can lead to pain in the neck…
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Frequency and associated factors for voice disorders among speech and language pathologists
Background: Speech-language pathologists who work with voice disorders themselves are at a high risk of developing voice disorders due to the demands of their profession. Understanding prevalence and contributing factors are crucial for occupational health and effective voice care. This study was…
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The effects of anxiety and total body surface area burn on functional limitations: a cross-sectional study
Background: Burn is one of the most traumatic injuries globally. The leading cause of the burn is fire, gas cylinder blast, electric shock and chemical burn. Burn survivors face a number of physical and psychological problems including contractures, altered appearance, functional limitations…
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Effects of social media on psychological health among university students of Lahore, Pakistan
Background: The extensive use of social media in contemporary communication systems has demonstrated significant impacts on the mental health of youth. The positive aspects of social media that promote connectivity and education also produce serious health risks which include depression, anxiety…
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Exploring the phenomena of work life balance of working mothers from medical settings
Background: Work-life balance is a phenomenon that is growing and is indeed very difficult to achieve especially for young married mothers as they are expected to take the best care and give their best performances in both the domains of their lives; their professional and personal life. We carried…
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The influence of prepartum physical activity patterns on mode of delivery in postpartum women
Background: Pregnancy related complications like gestational diabetes, hypertension and gestational weight gain can be prevented by physical activity as suggested by WHO, however, little has been explored about this in Pakistan. This study was designed to explore whether low levels of physical…
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The double burden of disease: navigating communicable and non-communicable threats
In hospital wards, families frequently confront an unkind truth: a sick child with tuberculosis, while the father experiences a heart attack due to undiagnosed diabetes. This is the double burden of disease faced by Pakistan, the constant battle against infectious diseases alongside a rising…
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Frequency of spasticity and its association with gender, mechanism, level and type of injury in chronic traumatic SCI patients
Background: Spinal cord injury is known as a “disconnection syndrome” which leads to loss of ability of the spinal cord to correspond ascending and descending impulses and thus results in loss of motor, sensory and autonomic functions below the level of spinal cord injury. Spasticity is considered…
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Role of transvaginal sonography in diagnosing adenomyosis and its correlation with histopathology
Background: Adenomyosis represents a prevalent pathological condition within the field of gynecology, characterized by the aberrant proliferation of endometrial tissue within the myometrium of the uterus. Despite the diagnostic challenges associated with adenomyosis, this investigation underscores…
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Self-realization, workplace conflicts, empathic concern and quality of life in female staff nurses
Background: Nursing professionals, particularly female staff nurses, often work in high-stress environments due to emotional labor, workplace conflicts, and compassion fatigue. Factors such as self-realization and empathic concern can play a crucial role in influencing their mental well-being and…
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Impact of passive versus active sciatic nerve mobilization on rehabilitation outcomes in chronic lumbar radiculopathy
Background: Radiculopathy, caused by nerve root compression, is a common source of pain and disability. Literature shows mixed evidence regarding nerve mobilization to improve chronic lumbar radiculopathy. This study was conducted to assess the impact of passive vs active sciatic nerve mobilization…