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Dhillon, M. S.
- Performance of Wheat under Scattered Trees of Kikar (Acacia nilotica) under Rainfed Condition in Punjab (India)
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Indian Forester, Vol 124, No 1 (1998), Pagination: 48-53Abstract
The effect of single scattered Acacia nilotica ssp. Indica (Kikar) trees on growth and yield of rainfed wheat was studied in North-western India. The biomass and grain yield of wheat were recorded at four distances from the base oftrees viz. I , 3 , 5 and 8 m on all the four aspects viz. northern , southern , eastern and western , and from open field (away from trees). Analysis of data revealed significant differences in biomass and grain yield with respect to aspect , distance from tree , and interaction of both. The least biomass and grain yields were recorded from southern aspect and from plots near to trees. When compared with open field , the association of tree caused 23.7 and 36.5 per cent reduction of biomass and grain yield , respectively. The highest reduction was recorded on the southern aspect for both grain (47.6%) and biomass yield (35.4%). The grain yield recorded at I and 3 m distance from the tree base were 49.8 and 46.8 per cent less , respectively than that of open field , whereas , at 8 m distance the reduction was comparatively less (14.3%). The biomass production also experienced lowest reduction (9.9%) at 8 m distance , however it was maximum (31.6%) at 3 m distance from base of tree.
- Allelopathic Influence of Leucaena leucocephala on Growth of Oats
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Indian Forester, Vol 123, No 9 (1997), Pagination: 831-833Abstract
A laboratory experiment was conducted in 1995 to study the allelopathic effect of Leuccrena leucocephala Lam. de Wit. leaf leachates on the germination (%), and seedling growth of Oats. Leaf leachate were prepared by soaking 200 g oven dried ground leaves of Leuccrena in distilled water for 24 hours. Solutions were filtered and then diluted to make concentrations of 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 percent. The leachates of different concentrations were used to study their effect on germination (%), plumule length and. radicle length of Oats seeds. Germination (%), plumule length and radicle length decreased progressively with an increase in the concentration of leaf leachate. However, ischolar_main number did not vary significantly.- A Study of Efficacy of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Post Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
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1 Department of Physiotherapy, P.G.I.M.E.R., Chandigarh, PIN-160012, IN
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Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy-An International Journal, Vol 5, No 4 (2011), Pagination: 21-23Abstract
Introduction & Purpose of the StudySurgical reconstruction with the bone patellar tendon bone graft is most commonly performed surgery for Anterior cruciate ligament(ACL) injury, patient with ACL reconstruction have been reported to demonstrate a disproportionate loss of strength of quadriceps muscle, but commonly used knee extensor muscle strengthening strategies are contraindicated initially. The purpose of this study is to study the effect of neuromuscular electric stimulation with exercise protocol in rehabilitation of post ACL reconstruction.
Material & MethodsThe study design is experimental. The samples were taken from Department of Physiotherapy, PGIMER; Chandigarh .The patients with ACL reconstruction with bone patellar tendon bone graft were selected. For outcome four scales were used (Cincinnati knee rating system, Lysholm knee score, Lower extremity functional scale &Visual analogue scale). Also girth measurement, muscle power and ROM were taken to assess the progress of the patient. A number of 20 subjects, age group18-40years, were randomly selected for this study. Subjects were divided in two groups, one group (Group A) combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES, interrupted direct current) & exercise while other (Group B) with exercise protocol only. For electrical stimulation Ionostim muscle stimulator (Physiomed electronic, Chennai, India) was used. The intensity was up to tolerable limit and surge was used. Neuromuscular electric stimulation for 15 min daily 6 days a week was given. The exercise time is of a one hour/day for six days a week. The duration of exercise was increased according to protocol with time interval. The entire patient (both groups) underwent 12 week rehabilitation program and assessed with specific scales at 8th and 12th week interval.The statistical analysis was done by using student’s t-test.
ResultsInter group analysis shows non significant result (p>0.05).
ConclusionOn the basis of the present study, it can be concluded that both the conventional treatment and conventional rehabilitation protocol with neuromuscular electrical stimulation are equally effective to regain the functional skills in post ACL reconstruction rehabilitation.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament, Rehabilitation, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation- Rehabilitation Techniques after Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction the Indian Approach
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1 Sports Physiotherapy Clinic, Department of Prm (Physiotherapy), P. G. I. M. E. R., Chandigarh, IN
2 Deptt. of Orthopedics & PRM (Physiotherapy), PGIMER, Chandigarh, IN
3 Deptt. of Physiotherapy, GMSH, Chandigarh, IN
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Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy-An International Journal, Vol 8, No 2 (2014), Pagination: 236-243Abstract
Evolution of rehabilitation techniques after ACL reconstruction has been one of the principal reasons for the success of this procedure. Protocols are goal oriented, with finely tuned timing of interventions, and the main challenge is prevention of complications. The ideal rehabilitation protocol is started before surgery (prehabilitation), and appropriately timed interventions are the keys to early successful return to full activities. The special considerations for rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction are pain and stiffness control, regaining range of movement, graduated weight bearing, preventing muscle atrophy prevention, kinetic chain exercises, regaining proprioception, functional movements and agility work. Some issues related to cost, brace availability, patient education and physiotherapy expertise lack may be factors that influence outcomes in Indian patients.