• Annals of Clinical Neurophysiology
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• 제14권2호
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• pp.83-85
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• 2012

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제42권6호
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• pp.753-760
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• 2015

Background A number of conditions can alter a person's fingernail configuration. The ratio between fingernail width and length (W/L) is an important aesthetic criterion, and some underlying diseases can alter the size of the fingernail. Fingernail curvature can be altered by systemic disorders or disorders of the fingernail itself. Although the shape and curvature of the fingernail can provide diagnostic clues for various diseases, few studies have precisely characterized normal fingernail configuration. Methods We measured the W/L ratio of the fingernail, transverse fingernail curvature, hand length, hand breadth, and distal interphalangeal joint width in 300 volunteers with healthy fingernails. We also investigated whether age, sex, height, and handedness influenced the fingernail W/L ratio and transverse fingernail curvature. Results In women, fingernail W/L ratios were similar across all five fingers, and were lower than those in men. The highest value of transverse fingernail curvature was found in the thumb, followed by the index, middle, ring, and little fingers. Handedness and aging influenced transverse fingernail curvature, but not the fingernail W/L ratio. Fingernails were flatter on the dominant hand than on the non-dominant hand. The radius of transverse fingernail curvature increased with age, indicating that fingernails tended to flatten with age. Conclusions Our quantitative data on fingernail configuration can be used as a reference range for diagnosing various diseases and deformities of the fingernail, and for performing reconstructive or aesthetic fingernail surgery.

• 국제물리치료학회지
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• 제9권1호
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• pp.1406-1412
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• 2018

This study aimed to measure the grip strength of the dominant and non dominant hands of right-handed normal adults in the supination, pronation, and neutral positions of the forearms. The subjects of this study were instructed to make the standard posture suggested by the American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) in order to minimize the impact of changes in the posture of the body as follows. The grips strength was statistically different between groups (p<.05). In the follow up test using Scheffe test, the grips in the neutral position and supinator position did not show any difference, while the grip in the pronation was smaller than those of the above two other positions. The grips of the mainly used forearm and non-mainly used forearm of the study target did not show any statistically significant difference in the neutral, supinator and pronation positions of the forearm. This study is expected to provide basic information for studying the impact of the positions of the forearms on grip strength, assessing the prehensility of patients in clinical settings, and setting therapeutic goals.

• 대한지역사회작업치료학회지
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• 제4권2호
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• pp.63-73
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• 2014

목적 : 본 연구는 수공예활동과 글씨쓰기활동이 과제를 수행할 때에 양손협응에 미치는 영향에 대해 알아보고자 하였다. 연구방법 : 손 기능에 장애가 없는 20대 대학생 30명을 선정하여 무작위방법으로 10명씩 세 군으로 나누었다. 실험군 1(수공예활동), 실험군 2(글씨쓰기활동), 대조군으로 배분하였다. 중재 전, 후에 각각의 양손협응의 정도를 비교하기 위하여 Jebsen-taylor hand function test, Purdue pegboard test, Minnesota manual dexterity test를 시행하였다. 결론 : 수공예활동과 글씨쓰기 훈련 전, 후를 비교한 결과 중재 후에 실험군 1(수공예활동)과 실험군 2(글씨쓰기활동)에서 손 기능 및 양손협응에 긍정적인 영향을 미치는 것을 알 수 있었다. 특히, 실험군 1(수공예활동)은 Jebsen-taylor hand function test 항목에서 실험군 2(글씨쓰기활동)는 Purdue pegboard test 항목에서 중재 후에 통계적으로 유의한 차이를 보였다. 결론 : 수공예활동은 과제를 수행할 때에 양손협응을 향상시키고 글씨쓰기활동은 손의 기민성을 향상시킨다는 것을 알 수 있었다. 즉, 수행하는 과제에 따라 수공예활동과 글씨쓰기활동이 미치는 영향이 다르다는 것을 알 수 있었다. 후속 연구에서는 모든 연령과 다양한 수공예활동과 글쓰기활동에 대한 다각도의 연구가 수행된다면 협응능력 제한이 있는 사람의 작업 중재 방법에 도움이 되리라 생각한다.

• 인간행동과 음악연구
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.79-97
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• 2013

본 연구는 MIDI(Musical Instrument Digital Interface) 프로그램을 연결한 키보드 연주 시 일반인의 각 손가락 타력 표준치를 측정하고자 실시되었다. 연구 대상은 서울과 충청 지역 대학에 재학 중인 학생 총 92명(남성 46명, 여성 46명)으로 평균 연령은 만 18세부터 28세였다(평균나이: 21.7, 표준편차: 1.8). 연구 대상자의 음악교육경험 및 기간에 관한 조사를 선행한 후, 연구대상자의 각 손가락을 이용하여 키보드 건반을 상행 및 하행으로 타건하도록 하였다. 개인별 타건의 MIDI값을 분석해 본 결과 최대 강도 127 중 77~97의 수치를 기록하였다. 남성의 경우 최대값은 우세손 손가락의 검지에서 96.9를 기록했고, 최저값은 비우세손 약지에서 78.5 나타났다. 여성은 우세손 중지의 타력값이 92로 가장 높았으며 최저값은 남성과 유사하게 비우세손 약지에서 77.5로 나타났다. 참여자들의 우세손과 비우세손 손가락 타력의 차이는 엄지를 제외한 모든 손가락에서 통계적으로 유의미한 차이를 보였으나(p < .05) 성별과 악기 연주 경험에서는 유의미한 차이가 나타나지 않았다(p < .05). 본 연구에서 측정된 손가락 타력의 표준치는 건반악기와 MIDI프로그램의 사용이 손기능을 평가하는 도구로 활용될 수 있으며, 손기능 중재 방안의 효과성 입증을 위한 근거 자료로 활용 될 수 있음을 시사한다.

• 대한정형도수물리치료학회지
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.63-72
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• 2023

Background: This study investigated the effects of face-to-face and non-face-to-face McKenzie exercises and elastic band strengthening exercises on falls and fitness in older adults. Methods: A total of 44 subjects were divided into a face-to-face group (FG; n=22) and a non-face-to-face group (NFG; n=22) who met older adults. Both groups used McKenzie exercises and strength training with elastic bands The fall efficacy scale (K-FES) and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) Pro were used to compare the senior fitness test (SFT). Results: No significant differences were detected between the two groups before the intervention; however, a significant difference was noted in the K-FES scores after the intervention. The change in HbA1c after the intervention was not statistically significant in the FG or the NFG, and no significant difference was detected between the two groups. The change in lower limb muscle strength in the elderly physical fitness test showed no significant difference between the two groups before or after the intervention. The change in upper limb flexibility after the intervention was not significantly different in the FG or NFG, indicating no significant difference between the two groups. The change in the 3-meter round-trip test after the intervention was significantly different in both the FG and NFG groups, but the difference between the groups was not statistically significant. The change in the grip strength test of the dominant hand showed no significant difference after the intervention in the FG or the NFG, and the difference between the FG and NFG groups was not statistically significant. The dominant foot external standing after the intervention was significantly improved in the FG, but no significant difference was detected in the NFG, and the difference between the two groups was not statistically significant. Conclusion: The study findings revealed that FG and NFG McKenzie exercises and elastic band strengthen exercises were equally effective at preventing falls and improving fitness in older adults.

• The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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• 제32권4호
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• pp.250-257
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• 2020

Purpose: This study examined the effects of training using the slime on the hand function and problem behavior in adults with intellectual disabilities. Methods: Five adults with intellectual disabilities who were judged as Level 1 or Level 2 were selected. The training consisted of one session (50 min)/day, one day/week for 10 weeks (preparatory activities: 5 min, slime activities: 40 min, finishing activities: 5 min) The functions of the hand (Purdue Pegboard Test [PPT], grip strength test [GST]) and problem behavior (Korean Behavior Problems Inventory [KBPI]) were assessed three times (first assessment; pre, second assessment; post-5 weeks, third assessment; post-10 weeks). Wilcoxon signed-rank tests were used to analyze changes in the subjects' performance before and after the intervention. Results: In the PPT, the use of the non-dominant hand was increased significantly (p<0.05). No significant differences were observed in the remaining results, but the mean value increased. In addition, although the problem behavior was not statistically significant, an increase in the problem behavior score was noted. Conclusion: The training using the slime for adults with intellectual disabilities is effective in hand function improvement and reducing problem behavior.

• Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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• 제24권1호
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• pp.43-58
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• 2007

Objectives : The elicit of DeQi, a composite of sensation including numbness and fullness that develops at the site of acupuncture stimulation, is considered to be clinically essential to establish treatment efficacy. However, there was little studies investigating the relationship between the subjective feeling of acupuncture sensation and acupuncture analgesia, The current study was therefore performed to determine the correlation between the acupuncture sensation scale (ASS) and the degree of acupuncture analgesia. Methods : Ninety-two female subjects were stimulated at LI4 acupoint on non-dominant hand with real (RA) or sham acupuncture (SA). Finger withdrawal latency (FWL) of each group was also measured to evaluate analgesic effect of acupuncture on the noxious heat stimuli on the dominant hand. All subjects were asked to complete seven point-Likert scale ASS developed by Vincent et al. Results : The increase rate of FWL of the RA group was significantly higher than that of the SA group(36.03 ${\pm}$ 4.45% vs 24.50 ${\pm}$ 3.73%). RA stimulation produced significantly higher rating of all the ASS except for dull sensation, compared to SA stimulation. Significant correlations between analgesic effect of RA, but not of SA, and the degree of the ASS, including burning sensation(r=0.349), Intense sensation(r=0.299), pulsating sensation (r=0.335), and stinging sensation (r=0.306) were found. Conclusions : The results of our study indicate that the DeQi sensation are associated with acupuncture analgesia. Our findings suggest that the evocation of DeQi might be useful clinical indicator of acupuncture treatment.

• 해양환경안전학회지
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• 제15권4호
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• pp.329-338
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• 2009

북부 가막만에서 해양환경의 변화에 따라 식물플랑크톤의 군집이 어떻게 변화하는지 기존에 발표된 식물플랑크톤 생리학적 자료를 이용하여 해석하였다. 해양환경 및 식물플랑크톤 조사는 2007년 11월부터 2008년 9월까지 2개 정점에서 관측하였다. 조사 동안 10%이상 점유율을 나타내는 우점종은 와편모조류 1종, 규조류 11종 등 총 12종이었다. 우점종의 출현 시기를 보면 규조류 Skeletonema costatum이 하계(7월과 8월)를 제외하고 우점하였으며, 특히 12월은 90% 이상의 매우 높은 우점율을 보였다. 그리고 나머지 기간은 규조류 Eucampia zodiacus와 Chaetoceros속이 우점하였다. 따라서 2008년 7월과 8월에 S. costatum이 우점하지 않는 이유를 생리학적 측면에서 살펴보면 1) S. costatum과 E. zodiacus는 모두 광온 광염성 종이지만, 하계의 수온에서는 E. zodiacus가 S. costatum보다 높은 성장속도를 보였고, 2) 7월에 낮은 부유물질의 농도는 높은 광량이 수중에 도달할 수 있어 E. zodiacus와 같이 광에 대한 친화성이 낮은 종도 우점할 수 있다. 또한 3) 인산염이 비교적 낮은 시기에는 성장전략을 보이는 S. costatum이, 높은 인산염 농도일 때 저장전략을 보이는 E. zodiacus종이 우점할 수 있기 때문으로 생각된다. 앞으로 더 구체적인 식물플랑크톤의 군집 변화를 알아보기 위해서는 계절별로 우점하는 대표 식물플랑크톤에 대한 생리실험이 필요할 것으로 보인다.

• Journal of Genetic Medicine
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• 제20권2호
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• pp.70-74
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• 2023

CCCTC-binding factor (CTCF) is a transcriptional regulator that binds to a complex DNA motif in various orientations and plays a crucial role in regulating gene expression, chromatin restructuring, and developmental processes. Mutations in the CTCF are associated with neurodevelopmental disorders. Here we report the first Korean case with a de novo heterozygous variant in the CTCF (c.1025G>A; p.Arg342His). She showed global developmental delay, failure to thrive, and dysmorphic face, which are phenotypes consistent with previous reports in the autosomal dominant intellectual developmental disorder 21 (MIM 615502). She also showed clinical features not previously reported, such as antral web and tracheobronchomalacia. Our case follows suit and expands understanding of this rare disorder by reporting common features and, on the other hand, unreported concomitant congenital anomalies.