Biokinetics
Effect of open vs. closed kinetic chain exercises in ACL rehabilitation on knee joint pain, laxity, extensor muscles strength, and function
The aim of the article looks at the effectiveness of open vs closed kinetic chain exercises on ACL knee rehabilitation.
3 CPD points
Chiropractor
Where are the chiropractic clinical outcomes registries? A scoping review
This review maps chiropractic-specific clinical outcomes registries globally, identifying a significant gap in infrastructure needed to improve evidence-based practice.
3 CPD points
Environmental Health
Exploring the link between environmental chemical exposures and epigenetic modifications in diabetes mellitus
The article reviews how environmental pollutants influence diabetes development via epigenetic modifications, including DNA methylation, histone changes, and miRNA regulation, affecting insulin resistance and glucose homeostasis.
3 CPD points
Homeopathy
Homeopathic Medicinal Products and Importance in Diabetes
A review of homeopathic treatment for diabetes emphasizes individualised constitutional and miasmatic therapies to manage hyperglycemia and related symptoms safely, without claiming a permanent cure.
3 CPD points
Medical Technology
The Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine and Monoclonal Antibody Landscape: the road to global access
This article provides an overview of RSV vaccines highlighting different target populations, antigens, and trial results. As RSV vaccines have not yet reached low-income and middle-income countries, the urgent next steps to minimise the vaccine delay are outlined.
3 CPD points
Nursing
Assessing eye health knowledge and practices amongst primary health care nurses in a rural district, South Africa
This study evaluated the primary eye care knowledge amongst the PHC nurses in Alfred Nzo District Municipality, and the current practices and protocols they used in managing eye care cases.
3 CPD points
Optometry
The impact of convergence insufficiency on selective visual attention among university students
This study compares visual processing speed and accuracy between Convergence Insufficiency (CI) patients and controls during an attentionally demanding visual search task.
3 CPD points
Pharmacy
Safety and immunogenicity of investigational tuberculosis vaccine M72/AS01E–4 in people living with HIV in South Africa
Evaluates the safety and immunogenicity of the M72/AS01 tuberculosis vaccine in well-controlled, ART-treated people living with HIV in South Africa.
3 CPD points
Radiology
Economic, ethical and legal implications of evidence-based practice and continuing professional development in radiography
A narrative of the economic, ethical, and legal implications of evidence-based practice and continuing professional development in radiography, highlighting barriers, professional responsibilities, and their impact on patient care.
3 CPD points