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- MakaleAçık Erişim2019Efficacy of Peloidotherapy in Patients with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
Erdugan, Müge Kepekçi; Taspinar, Ozgur; Barut, Yasemin; Geçmen, İlker
The main purpose of our study is to investigate the efficacy of peloidotherapy applied at home in subacromial impingement syndrome and applied at the hospital. 73 female patients who were diagnosed with subacromial impingement syndrome were enrolled on one-sided shoulder. The patients were divided into two different groups, the treatment group (n = 42) and the control group (n = 31). Peloid therapy was performed in the Peloid therapy unit to direct contact with the skin in patients with treatment group. The patients in the control group applied the Peloid therapy at home with their own facilities. Both groups continued their routine medical treatment and home exercise programs. In the evaluation, DASH-T (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) scores were used to assess the patient's shoulder functions..VAS (Visual Analogue Scale) was used for pain and health Assessment Questionnaire HAQ (Health Assessment Questionnaire) was used for general conditions.In the study group, in terms of DASH and HAQ scores, there was no significant difference after treatment (P > 0.05).In the study of Peloidotherapy in the study group, more positive results were obtained in pain parameters according to peloidotherapy applications in the control group. Studies are needed to increase the number of cases in the future.
- MakaleYalnız künye2019Examination of connectivist theory in English language learning: The role of online social networking tool
Sozudogru, Oytun; Altinay, Mehmet; Dagli, Gokmen; Altinay, Zehra; Altinay, Fahriye
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of technology and online communication platforms in English language learning based on connectivist theory. Design/methodology/approach: Questionnaire and checklist were used to examine the role of online communication tools in the learning process. The data analysis was done with SPSS. Findings: Results showed that being involved in collaborative learning and dialogue increases connectivist knowledge, reflection and negotiation. Online communication tools can be used as an effective supplementary material for learning. Research limitations/implications: The limitation of this paper is that the number of participants was limited to 27. Practical implications: This paper gives insights on the use of language and technology integration. Social implications: New way of learning and language learning become essential for the pedagogy and learner in the higher education. Originality/value: The paper is original in its research context and gives a value to contribute new way of learning based on approach.