Background: Swimming is a physically demanding sport that requires a combination of strength, endurance, and flexibility to perform competitively. Among these, thoracic mobility is critical for breathing mechanics, body ...

Background: Swimming demands a unique blend of fitness and biomechanical efficiency. Anthropometric traits like arm span, leg length, height, and weight influence stroke length, propulsion, and drag, impacting performance. ...

Background: Globally, trauma-related injuries result in five million deaths annually, while spinal cord injuries (SCI) account for 10%. Pre-hospital handling plays a crucial role in SCI management. Public transport drivers ...

Background: Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is a leading cause of lower back pain, affecting the quality of life and work productivity. Various factors, including mechanical strain, genetic predisposition, and metabolic ...

Background: Using disposable baby diapers is a common practice among mothers. However, improper use or inadequate knowledge about disposable diapers can lead to significant health issues for babies, such as diaper ...

Background: Antenatal care (ANC) involves systematic, routine assessment, care provision and health promotion for pregnant women to ensure optimal health outcomes. Involving male companions in antenatal sessions (ANS) ...

Background: Dietary habits among adults are influenced by a wide range of factors, including individual, environmental, cultural, and socioeconomic determinants. These factors need to be understood in order to encourage ...

Background: Celebrity culture, amplified through social media platforms, has the potential to shape young adults’ fashion choices, body image perceptions, career aspirations, and social interactions. Despite its pervasive ...

Background: The growing use of social media among adolescents has raised concerns about its impact on mental well-being. In Sri Lanka, where digital connectivity is expanding rapidly among youth, understanding the ...

Background: Staphylococcus aureus and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are pathogens capable of causing a wide range of infections, from localized issues to life-threatening sepsis. In Sri Lanka, data ...