Nessrien Afify

Dr. Nessrien Afify

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Academic Career Length

10Years (2017-Present)

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14 November 2024 in Medicina
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NANessrien Afify
Nessrien Afify
OAOlfat Ibrahim Ali
Olfat Ibrahim Ali
ZIZizi M. Ibrahim
Zizi M. Ibrahim
MSMohammed El Sharkawy
Mohammed El Sharkawy
BSBodor Bin sheeha
Bodor Bin sheeha
WAWafaa Mahmoud Amin
Wafaa Mahmoud Amin
Background and Objectives: Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy offers a promising approach to treating inflammatory diseases. Its notable anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects and enhancement of microcirculation in the nasal mucosa make it a valuable treatment option. Despite its potential, the use of PEMF for chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is still in its early stages, with limited exploration of its effectiveness. This study aimed to assess the impact of PEMF on alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, sinus opacifications, and ostiomeatal complex issues associated with CRS. Materials and Methods: Forty-seven patients of both genders with CRS, aged 19 to 40 years, were involved in this study. The participants were randomly assigned to either a magnetic or a control group. The magnetic group underwent a 10 min PEMF session with a 20-gauss magnetic field strength at 7 Hz thrice a week for a month. The control group received the same PEMF application as an inactive device. Before and after the intervention, researchers assessed fatigue levels with a visual analog fatigue scale (VAFS), headache intensity via a numerical pain-rating scale, and the status of sinus opacifications and ostiomeatal complex obstructions by computerized tomography (CT). Results: The study findings showed a significant reduction in fatigue and headache scores in the magnetic group compared to the control group (p < 0.05). Additionally, there was a notable improvement in sinus opacifications and ostiomeatal complex obstructions among participants who received PEMF therapy. Conclusions: PEMF therapy effectively reduces fatigue, headaches, and sinus opacifications in CRS patients, suggesting its potential for inclusion in CRS management guidelines to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. The results of this study indicate that PEMF represents a noninvasive and cost-effective approach for treating adults with mild-to-moderate CRS.

11 November 2017 in International Journal of Physiotherapy and Research
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NANessrien Afify
Nessrien Afify
AAAhmed S. Ahmed
Ahmed S. Ahmed
AMAhmed M.Kenawy
Ahmed M.Kenawy