1.Network analysis of pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after total knee arthroplasty from an ethical equity perspective
Zhiwei WANG ; Lijun MENG ; Yu WU ; Jian LIU ; Zhaojin DA ; Zeping YAN ; Shicai WU
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2026;32(3):364-372
ObjectiveTo explore the complex network relationships among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and to analyze the moderating effects of different socio-structural factors on the rehabilitation network from an ethical equity perspective. MethodsA convenience sampling method was used to select 291 patients who underwent TKA in Qilu Hospital of Shandong University from May to July, 2023. Pain was assessed using Numerical Rating Scale, kinesiophobia with Chinese short version of the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, social participation with Impact on Participation and Autonomy Questionnaire, and knee function with Hospital for Special Surgery Knee Score. A partial correlation network among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function was constructed using Graphical Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator. Key variables were identified through node centrality and bridge centrality analysis. Network Comparison Tests (NCT) were used to analyze network differences among subgroups based on different socio-structural characteristics. ResultsIn the network model, the nodes with the highest strength centrality were indoor participation, activity behavior and activity pain. Bridge centrality analysis indicated that activity pain, knee function, indoor participation and activity cognition were key bridge nodes. NCT revealed no significant differences in overall network structure or global strength among subgroups based on residence, education level or payment method (P > 0.05). However, significant differences in edge weights were found for specific edges such as activity cognition-activity behavior and knee function-indoor participation (P < 0.05). ConclusionThere is a network of interactions among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after TKA, with nodes such as indoor participation and activity pain playing key roles in the rehabilitation process. Although the overall rehabilitation network is similar across different socio-structural groups, variations exist in specific relational pathways among patients from rural areas, those with lower education levels, and those with out-of-pocket payment. This suggests that clinical rehabilitation interventions should focus on these core nodes and implement targeted support strategies for socio-structurally disadvantaged groups to promote rehabilitation equity.
2.Network analysis of pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after total knee arthroplasty from an ethical equity perspective
Zhiwei WANG ; Lijun MENG ; Yu WU ; Jian LIU ; Zhaojin DA ; Zeping YAN ; Shicai WU
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2026;32(3):364-372
ObjectiveTo explore the complex network relationships among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and to analyze the moderating effects of different socio-structural factors on the rehabilitation network from an ethical equity perspective. MethodsA convenience sampling method was used to select 291 patients who underwent TKA in Qilu Hospital of Shandong University from May to July, 2023. Pain was assessed using Numerical Rating Scale, kinesiophobia with Chinese short version of the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, social participation with Impact on Participation and Autonomy Questionnaire, and knee function with Hospital for Special Surgery Knee Score. A partial correlation network among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function was constructed using Graphical Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator. Key variables were identified through node centrality and bridge centrality analysis. Network Comparison Tests (NCT) were used to analyze network differences among subgroups based on different socio-structural characteristics. ResultsIn the network model, the nodes with the highest strength centrality were indoor participation, activity behavior and activity pain. Bridge centrality analysis indicated that activity pain, knee function, indoor participation and activity cognition were key bridge nodes. NCT revealed no significant differences in overall network structure or global strength among subgroups based on residence, education level or payment method (P > 0.05). However, significant differences in edge weights were found for specific edges such as activity cognition-activity behavior and knee function-indoor participation (P < 0.05). ConclusionThere is a network of interactions among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after TKA, with nodes such as indoor participation and activity pain playing key roles in the rehabilitation process. Although the overall rehabilitation network is similar across different socio-structural groups, variations exist in specific relational pathways among patients from rural areas, those with lower education levels, and those with out-of-pocket payment. This suggests that clinical rehabilitation interventions should focus on these core nodes and implement targeted support strategies for socio-structurally disadvantaged groups to promote rehabilitation equity.
3.Network analysis of pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after total knee arthroplasty from an ethical equity perspective
Zhiwei WANG ; Lijun MENG ; Yu WU ; Jian LIU ; Zhaojin DA ; Zeping YAN ; Shicai WU
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2026;32(3):364-372
ObjectiveTo explore the complex network relationships among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and to analyze the moderating effects of different socio-structural factors on the rehabilitation network from an ethical equity perspective. MethodsA convenience sampling method was used to select 291 patients who underwent TKA in Qilu Hospital of Shandong University from May to July, 2023. Pain was assessed using Numerical Rating Scale, kinesiophobia with Chinese short version of the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, social participation with Impact on Participation and Autonomy Questionnaire, and knee function with Hospital for Special Surgery Knee Score. A partial correlation network among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function was constructed using Graphical Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator. Key variables were identified through node centrality and bridge centrality analysis. Network Comparison Tests (NCT) were used to analyze network differences among subgroups based on different socio-structural characteristics. ResultsIn the network model, the nodes with the highest strength centrality were indoor participation, activity behavior and activity pain. Bridge centrality analysis indicated that activity pain, knee function, indoor participation and activity cognition were key bridge nodes. NCT revealed no significant differences in overall network structure or global strength among subgroups based on residence, education level or payment method (P > 0.05). However, significant differences in edge weights were found for specific edges such as activity cognition-activity behavior and knee function-indoor participation (P < 0.05). ConclusionThere is a network of interactions among pain, kinesiophobia, social participation and knee function in patients after TKA, with nodes such as indoor participation and activity pain playing key roles in the rehabilitation process. Although the overall rehabilitation network is similar across different socio-structural groups, variations exist in specific relational pathways among patients from rural areas, those with lower education levels, and those with out-of-pocket payment. This suggests that clinical rehabilitation interventions should focus on these core nodes and implement targeted support strategies for socio-structurally disadvantaged groups to promote rehabilitation equity.
4.Treating Vulnerable Atherosclerotic Plaque from the Perspective of "Abscess and Ulcer within the Vessels"
Yajie WANG ; Min WU ; Zihao ZHANG ; Zeping WANG ; Longtao LIU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(12):1349-1352
The morphological characteristics and pathological progression of vulnerable plaques in atherosclerosis (AS) exhibit a high degree of similarity to the concept of "abscesses and ulcers" in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Therefore, vulnerable atherosclerotic plaques can be analogized as "abscesses and ulcers within the vessels", for which deficiency, stasis and toxin constitute the core pathogenesis. The pathological evolution progresses through three sequential stages, deficiency leading to pathological substances, with phlegm and stasis accumulating into a mass; the mass transforming into putridity, with internal decay and external thinning; putridity brewing toxin, and toxin accumulation threatening rupture, ultimately resulting in plaque instability. Accordingly, a stage-specific treatment strategy is established. In the early stage, it is suggested to supplement deficiency, resolve the mass, dissipate stasis, and prevent putridity, using Liujunzi Decoction (六君子汤) combined with Danshen Decoction (丹参饮) with modifications. In the middle stage, the treatment should focus on transforming putridity to generate new tissue, and rectifying healthy qi to consolidate the body, with modified Tuoli Xiaodu Powder (托里消毒散). In the late stage, the treatment principle is clearing and resolving putridity toxin, cooling the blood, and preventing ulcerative rupture, using modified Simiao Yong'an Decoction (四妙勇安汤) combined with Xijiao Dihuang Decoction (犀角地黄汤).
5.Research progress in synthesis methods of manganese-based nanomaterials and their applications in tumor immunotherapy
Na LI ; Qianqian LIU ; Caihao HUANG ; Liang LU ; Zeping ZHANG ; Xing ZHANG
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2025;48(3):217-224
Due to their unique physicochemical properties, nanomaterials can optimize drug delivery and reshape the tumor microenvironment. Manganese-based nanomaterials are primarily used in tumor immunotherapy for the following purpose, including targeted activating of the cyclic GMP-AMP synthase-stimulator of interferon gene pathway to enhance immunogenicity, utilizating of manganese′s redox properties to regulate the tumor microenvironment, and developing of manganese-based magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents to monitor immune responses in real time. In this review, synthesis methods of manganese-based nanomaterials such as thermal decomposition method, hydrothermal/solvothermal synthesis method, and chemical precipitation/mixing method as well as an in-depth analysis of their applications in tumor immunotherapy including immune regulation, regulation of tumor microenvironment and enhanced magnetic resonance imaging were reviewed.
6.Correlation Between Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Type of Unstable Angina Pectoris and Iron Metabolism Indices
Jiye CHEN ; Min WU ; Changxin SUN ; Xiaonan ZHANG ; Zeping WANG ; Longtao LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(20):126-136
ObjectiveTo investigate the correlation between iron metabolism parameters and various syndrome types of unstable angina pectoris (UAP). MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted from October 2021 to October 2023, encompassing 213 patients diagnosed with UAP at Xiyuan Hospital of Chinese Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences. Additionally, 30 healthy individuals were selected as control cases. Single-factor analysis was used to investigate the differences in clinical data among different Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) syndrome types of UAP and their correlation with iron metabolism indices. The study conducted a comparative analysis of the aforementioned clinical data among patients with and without heat-toxic and blood-stasis syndrome. Logistic regression was used to analyze the correlation between TCM syndrome types and related factors. The receiver operator characteristic (ROC) curve was employed to assess the predictive value of iron metabolism indices, along with their sensitivity and specificity. ResultsCompared to those in the control group, serum iron (SI) and serum ferritin (SF) levels were significantly increased in the UAP group (P<0.01), while transferrin (TRF) and total iron binding capacity (TIBC) levels were decreased (P<0.01). However, there was no significant difference in unsaturated iron binding capacity (UIBC). Multivariate binary Logistic regression analysis identified apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1), homocysteine (HCY), high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), and SF as independent influencing factors for the UAP patients (P<0.05, P<0.01). Additionally, statistically significant differences were observed in SI, SF, TRF, and TIBC among 213 patients with different TCM types (P<0.01). Patients with heat-toxic and blood-stasis syndrome had higher SI and SF values than those without the syndrome (P<0.01), while their TIBC and TRF values were lower (P<0.01). Multivariate binary logistic regression analysis showed that SI and LDL-C levels were closely associated with the differentiation of heat-toxic and blood-stasis syndrome. ConclusionUAP patients often experience iron metabolism disorders, and the heat-toxic and blood-stasis syndrome are significantly correlated with iron metabolism parameters. The SI and LDL-C levels have high specificity and sensitivity in diagnosing heat-toxic and blood-stasis syndrome.
7.A case report of online mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for an outpatient with depression
Jinjun LIU ; Zeping XIAO ; Yanru WU
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2025;39(10):856-861
Objective:To report the therapeutic effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy(MBCT)for one outpatient with depression.Methods:A pre-and post-intervention design was used to evaluate a 10-week online MBCT intervention for case W.The Symptom Check List-90(SCL-90),Defense Style Question-naire(DSQ),Mindful Attention Awareness Scale(MAAS),Self-Acceptance Questionnaire(SAQ),and NEO-Five Factor Inventory(NEO-FFI)were conducted one week before MBCT(baseline),five weeks during MBCT,one week after the end of MBCT,and two years after the end of MBCT.A semi-structured interview was conducted with W five months after the end of MBCT.Results:Quantitative results showed that no matter one week or 2 years after the end of MBCT,W's depression,anxiety,immature defense mechanisms,mindfulness levels,self-acceptance levels,and extroversion/agreeableness all showed reliable improvement compared to baseline(|RCI|>1.96).Qualitative analysis showed that in W's narrative,psychiatric drugs,enhancing awareness,avoiding thinking biases,promoting self-acceptance and care,and stable treatment alliances were the factors that W could benefit from MBCT.Conclusion:Online MBCT could effectively improve the symptoms and psychological function of this out-patient with depression.
8.A case report of online mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for an outpatient with depression
Jinjun LIU ; Zeping XIAO ; Yanru WU
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2025;39(10):856-861
Objective:To report the therapeutic effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy(MBCT)for one outpatient with depression.Methods:A pre-and post-intervention design was used to evaluate a 10-week online MBCT intervention for case W.The Symptom Check List-90(SCL-90),Defense Style Question-naire(DSQ),Mindful Attention Awareness Scale(MAAS),Self-Acceptance Questionnaire(SAQ),and NEO-Five Factor Inventory(NEO-FFI)were conducted one week before MBCT(baseline),five weeks during MBCT,one week after the end of MBCT,and two years after the end of MBCT.A semi-structured interview was conducted with W five months after the end of MBCT.Results:Quantitative results showed that no matter one week or 2 years after the end of MBCT,W's depression,anxiety,immature defense mechanisms,mindfulness levels,self-acceptance levels,and extroversion/agreeableness all showed reliable improvement compared to baseline(|RCI|>1.96).Qualitative analysis showed that in W's narrative,psychiatric drugs,enhancing awareness,avoiding thinking biases,promoting self-acceptance and care,and stable treatment alliances were the factors that W could benefit from MBCT.Conclusion:Online MBCT could effectively improve the symptoms and psychological function of this out-patient with depression.
9.Evaluation of application effectiveness of team-based learning teaching method combined with scenario simulation in cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for standardized training of resident physicians in department of emergency
Baojuan LIU ; Renqiang YANG ; Zeping DENG ; Xin LI ; Bei HU ; Xue LIU
Chinese Journal of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine in Intensive and Critical Care 2025;32(3):330-334
Objective To explore the application effect of team-based learning(TBL)teaching method combined with scenario simulation in the team-based cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR)training for standardized training of resident physicians in department of emergency.Methods A total of 86 standardized training resident physicians rotating in the department of emergency of Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital Southern Medical University from May 2022 to July 2023 were included as study subjects.These resident physicians were divided into a control group(n=42)and an observation group(n=44)according to different teaching methods.The control group was taught using the conventional teaching method,whereas the observation group was taught using a combination of TBL and scenario simulation-based method.The difference of theoretical assessment scores,practical skill competency and training satisfaction were compared before and after training between groups.Results The theoretical and practice skill assessment scores of both groups significantly improved after training(all P<0.05).However,there was no significant difference in the theoretical assessment scores or the score increase between the two groups before and after training.In the subcategory of theoretical assessment scores,the observation group had significantly higher points than the control group in the precautions category after training(21.09±2.07 vs.20.07±1.85,P<0.05).Compared with the control group,the observation group had significantly higher post-training practical skill scores and a significantly greater score increase(scores:86.77±3.89 vs.81.17±4.18,score increase:11±5.15 vs.8±4.60,both P<0.05).Among the subcategory practical skill scores,the observation group outperformed the control group in communication skills,emergency skills and teamwork+humanistic care(communication skills points:21.36±1.71 vs.20.07±1.54,emergency skills points:21.73±1.35 vs.20.21±1.79,teamwork+humanistic care points:22.27±1.76 vs.19.71±2.71,all P<0.05).The degree of satisfaction in overall training satisfaction,the novelty of the teaching method,teacher affinity,interests in learning,developing teamwork ability,class atmosphere,communication and expression ability,and confidence in skill mastery were significantly higher in the observation group than in the control group[overall training satisfaction:97.73%(43/44)vs.50.00%(21/42),the novelty of the teaching method:90.91%(40/44)vs.47.62%(20/42),teacher affinity:93.18%(41/44)vs.57.14%(24/42),interests in learning:97.73%(43/44)vs.59.52%(25/42),developing teamwork ability:95.45%(42/44)vs.52.38%(22/42),class atmosphere:93.18%(41/44)vs.57.14%(24/42),improve communication and expression ability:100.00%(44/44)vs.50.00%(21/42),and confidence in skill mastery:93.18%(41/44)vs.45.24%(19/42),all P<0.05].Conclusion The application of TBL teaching method combined with scenario simulation in CPR training for standardized training of resident physicians can effectively improve quality of clinical skill training.
10.Evaluation of application effectiveness of team-based learning teaching method combined with scenario simulation in cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for standardized training of resident physicians in department of emergency
Baojuan LIU ; Renqiang YANG ; Zeping DENG ; Xin LI ; Bei HU ; Xue LIU
Chinese Journal of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine in Intensive and Critical Care 2025;32(3):330-334
Objective To explore the application effect of team-based learning(TBL)teaching method combined with scenario simulation in the team-based cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR)training for standardized training of resident physicians in department of emergency.Methods A total of 86 standardized training resident physicians rotating in the department of emergency of Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital Southern Medical University from May 2022 to July 2023 were included as study subjects.These resident physicians were divided into a control group(n=42)and an observation group(n=44)according to different teaching methods.The control group was taught using the conventional teaching method,whereas the observation group was taught using a combination of TBL and scenario simulation-based method.The difference of theoretical assessment scores,practical skill competency and training satisfaction were compared before and after training between groups.Results The theoretical and practice skill assessment scores of both groups significantly improved after training(all P<0.05).However,there was no significant difference in the theoretical assessment scores or the score increase between the two groups before and after training.In the subcategory of theoretical assessment scores,the observation group had significantly higher points than the control group in the precautions category after training(21.09±2.07 vs.20.07±1.85,P<0.05).Compared with the control group,the observation group had significantly higher post-training practical skill scores and a significantly greater score increase(scores:86.77±3.89 vs.81.17±4.18,score increase:11±5.15 vs.8±4.60,both P<0.05).Among the subcategory practical skill scores,the observation group outperformed the control group in communication skills,emergency skills and teamwork+humanistic care(communication skills points:21.36±1.71 vs.20.07±1.54,emergency skills points:21.73±1.35 vs.20.21±1.79,teamwork+humanistic care points:22.27±1.76 vs.19.71±2.71,all P<0.05).The degree of satisfaction in overall training satisfaction,the novelty of the teaching method,teacher affinity,interests in learning,developing teamwork ability,class atmosphere,communication and expression ability,and confidence in skill mastery were significantly higher in the observation group than in the control group[overall training satisfaction:97.73%(43/44)vs.50.00%(21/42),the novelty of the teaching method:90.91%(40/44)vs.47.62%(20/42),teacher affinity:93.18%(41/44)vs.57.14%(24/42),interests in learning:97.73%(43/44)vs.59.52%(25/42),developing teamwork ability:95.45%(42/44)vs.52.38%(22/42),class atmosphere:93.18%(41/44)vs.57.14%(24/42),improve communication and expression ability:100.00%(44/44)vs.50.00%(21/42),and confidence in skill mastery:93.18%(41/44)vs.45.24%(19/42),all P<0.05].Conclusion The application of TBL teaching method combined with scenario simulation in CPR training for standardized training of resident physicians can effectively improve quality of clinical skill training.

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