NON-INVASIVE VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION IN ACUTE ISCHEMIC STROKE (NOVIS): A STUDY PROTOCOL FOR A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL

NOn-invasive Vagus nerve stimulation in acute Ischemic Stroke (NOVIS): a study protocol for a randomized clinical trial

Abstract Background Secondary damage due to neurochemical and inflammatory changes in the penumbra in the first days after ischemic stroke contributes substantially to poor clinical outcome.In animal models, vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) inhibits these detrimental changes and thereby reduces tissue injury.The aim of this study is to investigate whe

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Effect of low-moderate intensity traditional Chinese exercises combined with acupuncture on patients with stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundTraditional Chinese exercises (TCEs), as a new technology for pulmonary rehabilitation, have been proven to be effective in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).However, further aggravation of dynamic hyperinflation manifested as exertional dyspnea during exercises may limit the partial therapeutic efficacy of TCEs o

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How to use the Standard Protocol Items: Recommendations for Interventional Trials (SPIRIT) in orthodontic research

ABSTRACT Introduction: Clinical trial protocols are essential documents that Abstract Wall Art serve as a basis for research planning.The Standard Protocol Items: Recommendations for Interventional Trials (SPIRIT) statement aimed to increase the transparency and integrity of clinical trial protocols.Objectives: This paper described the main aspects

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Peran Gerakan Perempuan dalam Reintegrasi Perempuan Eks-Kombatan Pasca Konflik: Studi Atas Liga Inong Aceh (LINA)

After signing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Helsinki at August 15, 2005 between Government of Dispenser Indonesia (GoI) and Free Aceh Movement / Gerakan Aceh Meredeka (GAM), are facilitated by Crisis Management Initiative (CMI) lead by Finland former president Martti Ahtisaari.As post conflict area, Aceh entering three phases of peacebuilding p

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