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Article Effects of Motor Imagery Adding To Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Program in Children With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Does It Make a Difference(Elsevier Sci Ltd, 2025) Umut, Gulsena Utku; Ozdincler, Arzu Razak; Ulug, Fitnat; Guler, Serhat; Saltik, Sema; Utku Umut, GülsenaIntroduction/background: The study aims to investigate the effects of the MI (Motor Imagery) program applied in addition to the PTR (Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation) program on gait and balance in children with DMD (Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy). Methods: The 38 boys with DMD were included in the study and randomized into two groups: the PTR group (mean age: 7.96 +/- 1.94 years) and the MI + PTR group (mean age: 9.03 +/- 1.71 years). In the PTR group, the PTR program was administered 2 days/week for 8 weeks, and in the MI + PTR group, the MI program was administered 5 days/week in addition to the PTR program. Groups were assessed by the Brooke Lower Extremity Functional Classification Scale, Modified Pediatric Mini Mental Scale, Movement Imagery Questionnaire (MIQc), Kinovea (R) Software Program, Timed Up & Go Test (TUG), Timed Function Tests (TFT), Two-Minute Walk Test (2MWT), and Motor Function Measure (MFM-32). Results: As a result of the study, in PTR Group, TFT-Stairs descending (p = 0.049) was improved. In MI + PTR Group, Kinovea (R) Software Program-Walking Speed (p = 0.003), 2MWT (p = 0.037), TFT-Stair descend and 10-m walk (respectively; p = 0.001; p = 0.039), and MFM-32-D1 (p = 0.036) were improved. According to the comparison between groups, the groups were not superior to each other (p > 0.05). Discussion/conclusion: Although the MI program applied in addition to the PTR program contributes to improvements in walking speed, walking distance, and functional performance in children with DMD, it does not demonstrate superiority over the PTR program alone.Article Citation - Scopus: 1Investigating the Impact of Various Insole Applications on Balance and Postural Stability in the Elderly(Elsevier, 2025) Ozturk, Basar; Ozdincler, Arzu Razak; Kocyigit, Ahmet; Kaya, Begum Kara; Kisa, Eylul PinarObjectives: Aging leads to physical and cognitive declines, notably affecting balance and motor skills, making falls a prevalent health concern among the elderly. Falls, a significant health issue among the elderly, often stem from these impairments. This study aims to investigate the impact of different insole materials, specifically cork and silicone, on balance and postural stability in the elderly. Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted at the Istanbul Barinyurt Elderly Care Center with 24 participants, divided into two groups to test cork and silicone insoles. Balance parameters, plantar pressure, the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, and the Five Times Sit-to-Stand Test were used as measures. Data analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney U and Wilcoxon tests. Results: Post-intervention, the cork insole group showed significant improvements in balance, maximum plantar pressure, and functional mobility tests compared to the silicone insole group. While both insoles enhanced certain balance parameters and walking performance, cork insoles proved more effective in key outcomes. Additionally, maximum plantar pressure for the cork insoles group decreased significantly, indicating better pressure distribution and potentially enhanced balance. Conclusion: Cork insoles are superior to silicone insoles in improving balance and postural stability among the elderly. This study supports using cork insoles as part of fall prevention strategies, emphasizing the importance of material properties in orthopedic insole design. Future research should explore long-term effects and integrate insoles with other postural stability methods for comprehensive elderly care.