Background: Prolonged computer use and poor ergonomics among IT professionals are considered risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders. This research aims to analyze the degree of forward head posture and workplace ergonomics in young IT professionals to assess the risk for a neck disability. Methods: A prospective study was carried out by assessing the sitting posture at work, neck disability in the cervical region, quality of life, physical activity, and ergonomics of the workspace in 73 young IT professionals (32.56±5.46 years). Results: The score for the cervical functional disability index (NDI) showed a mild neck disability (8.19±7.51). The craniovertebral angle has an average value of 32.01±11.46, corresponding to a light forward head posture, and it positively correlated with age and work experience and negatively correlated with ROSA (r=0.24, p<0.05). The NDI positively correlated with physical activity (r =00.32 p<0.05) and with ROSA (r= 0.24, p<0.05). Conclusions: In IT professionals, neck disability is associated with the lack of workspace ergonomics and the amount of physical activity. Forward head posture correlated with age, work experience, and poor workspace ergonomics. According to our findings, there are real concerns about the influence of head posture and workplace ergonomics on health among IT professionals. We consider that it is necessary to adopt preventive measures to address neck disability and improve workspace ergonomics.

Introduction: The posture of the body in space is influenced by information from outside and inside the human body. The eye has a dual role being both an exteroceptor and an enteroceptor. Exteroception is achieved through peripheral vision and proprioception is related to the activity of the extrinsic muscles of the eyes and the oculo-cephalo-gyrus pathways. Therefore, the visual analyzer can influence the posture through refractive disorders (myopia, hypermetropia or astigmatism) or blindness, but also through convergence disorders and heterophoria. Purpose: The present study was carried out with the aim of analyzing the influence of the visual analyzer in maintaining the correct posture of the body. Material and method: Search engines Google Scholar as well as Frontiers, BioMed and ScienceDirect databases were searched using keywords on the desired topic and 53 articles were found. After inclusion criteria were applied (studies from the last 15 years, full articles, studies using cohorts of subjects or case studies), 20 articles were chosen for analysis. Results: In the 20 articles chosen for the study, blind participants were discussed, healthy subjects whose response to different visual stimuli was analyzed or subjects with different visual impairments who were investigated to maintain balance and correct body posture in different conditions. Conclusions: After analyzing the 20 articles, we came to the conclusion that the visual analyzer influences balance and can produce changes in body posture in space. Improving the function of the visual analyzer can be achieved through specific exercises, various surgical interventions or balancing performed by specialists such as aophthalmologist doctor, physiotherapist or posturologist.

Background/Objectives: Spine mobility is essential for overall health and daily functioning. Accurate assessment of spinal mobility is necessary for diagnosing and managing orthopedic, neurological, and rheumatological disorders, particularly in patients experiencing lower back and thoracic pain. The present study evaluates the effectiveness of traditional clinical tests in comparison to the innovative photogrammetric 3D posture assessment for evaluating spinal mobility. Methods: A total of 20 patients from a medical clinic underwent tests to measure lumbar and thoracic spine mobility, including flexion, lateral incline, and axial rotation, using both conventional and 3D posture assessment methods. Results: We found strong correlations between investigated methods, which recommends photogrammetry as a reliable and effective tool for assessing posture in clinical practice. Furthermore, 3D posture assessment offers a faster approach (clinical evaluation: 2:59 ± 0.22 min vs. photogrammetry: 1:03 ± 0.01 min) and a more practical method for assessing spinal mobility, thereby enhancing the patient experience and providing clinicians with objective data for treatment planning. Conclusions: The study highlights the value of modern technologies in clinical assessment and therapeutic intervention, encouraging therapists to integrate photogrammetric methods into their daily practice to improve patient outcomes.

Background and Objectives: Three-dimensional (3D) scanning is increasingly utilized in medical practice, from orthotics to surgical planning. However, traditional hand measurement techniques remain inconsistent and prone to human error and are often time-consuming. This research evaluates the practicality of a commercial 3D scanning method by comparing the accuracy of scans conducted by two user groups. Materials and Methods: This study evaluated the following two groups: an experimental group (n = 45) and a control group (n = 42). A total of 261 hand scans were captured using the Structure Sensor Pro 3D scanner for iPad (Structure, Boulder, CO, USA). The scans were then evaluated using Meshmixer software (version 3.5.474), analyzing key parameters, such as surface area, volume, number of vertices, and triangles, etc. Furthermore, a digital literacy test and a user experience survey were conducted to support a more comprehensive evaluation of participant performance within the study. Results: The experimental group outperformed the control group on all measured parameters, including surface area, volume, vertices, triangle, and gap count, with large effect sizes observed. User experience data revealed that participants in the experimental group rated the 3D scanner significantly higher across all dimensions, particularly in ease of use, excitement, supportiveness, and practicality. Conclusions: A short 15 min training session can promote scan reliability, demonstrating that even minimal instruction improves users’ proficiency in 3D scanning, fundamental for supporting clinical accuracy in diagnosis, surgical planning, and personalized device manufacturing

The current article is meant to be a literature review based on our findings regarding the dental care issues in the geriatric community. The purpose was the focus to finding out information about what communities from around the world are doing in terms of dealing with the issue of an aging population and how to deal with the dental problems associated with aging and other comorbidities, thus involving a cardio/ general medicine diagnosis and a legal one when the patient is no longer able to tend to themselves or is institutionalized. The material taken in this study was a full literature review based on pub med indexed articles from different parts of the world dealing with the same issues and corroborating the results and findings into categories of interest.

Introduction: Huntington’s disease is a hereditary neurodegenerative disorder characterized by motor, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms, with onset between 30 and 50 years of age. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of physiotherapy on mobility, motor control, and balance, aiming to improve the quality of life of the patient in daily activities. Material and Methods: The study was conducted on a 47-year-old patient diagnosed with Huntington’s disease at age 39. Over 10 weeks, with 3 weekly physiotherapy sessions, four assessment stages were performed using the following scales: Mini-Mental State Examination for cognition, Berg and Tinetti Scale for balance, Fahn-Marsden Scale for dystonia, and Activities of Daily Living for daily activities. Discussions: The results indicated significant improvements in balance and motor control, as well as a slight improvement in dystonic movements and independence in daily activities, especially in personal hygiene. Conclusions: The study concludes that physiotherapy interventions can slow the progression of symptoms and contribute significantly to improving the quality of life of patients with Huntington’s disease, highlighting the importance of this therapy.