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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate sports-related injuries among judokas in Mongolia which is classified in the lower-middle income country. This study may help prevent future sports-related injuries. [Participants and Methods] We studied 75 judokas affiliated to the judo club in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The questionnaire survey included questions regarding current and past judo-related injuries. [Results] Out of 75 judokas, 39% judokas had current judo-related injuries, and 25% judokas had past injuries. The injuries were most commonly located in the shoulder/clavicular, followed by that in the ankle and knee. The most frequent injury was a sprain/ligament injury, followed by a fracture and a dislocation. Seventy-three percent of current injuries and 88% of the past injuries received medical attention. Self-management was carried out for 35% of the injuries. The time lost from judo matches and training was 0-1,095 days for current injuries and 0-545 days for past injuries. [Conclusion] In this study, the injury rate for judokas was higher than that reported in previous studies. In addition, numerous severe injuries were noted. It is observed that, despite medical attention and self-management, the recovery periods are prolonged. Additionally, we believe that the judokas are unable to return to competition without problems. 2020©by the Society of Physical Therapy Science. Published by IPEC Inc.[Purpose] The present study examined the effects of a 12-week intervention combined with behavior modification techniques to improve the lifestyle and biochemical indicators, of high-risk metabolic syndrome patients. [Participants and Methods] The 21 participants (10 participants in the intervention group and 11 participants in the control group) were provided with information about metabolic syndrome. Participants in the intervention group were asked to set goals to improve their lifestyle (dietary and exercise) and their self-efficacy. The participants completed and submitted a weekly, self-monitoring sheet and were provided with feedback on their lifestyle. [Results] Following intervention, the values of body mass index and abdominal circumference were significantly lower for the intervention group as compared to the control group. There were no differences in the total physical activity level, total energy intake, or blood levels of lipids between the two groups. find more [Conclusion] According to Motivational Interviewing, to modify and continue behaviors, it is important for people to recognize "their significance" and have "confidence". In the present study, information about metabolic syndrome was provided to enable the recognition of the importance of behaviors. Moreover, participants in the intervention group were required to set goals to increase their self-efficacy. We attribute the participants' weight loss and decrease in abdominal circumference to this. 2020©by the Society of Physical Therapy Science. Published by IPEC Inc.[Purpose] We developed a prototype version of the Self-Assessment Burden Scale-Motor as a screening questionnaire for the need of care based on the evaluation of patients' activities of daily living. The questionnaire is comprised of seven items, each of which is scored on a 7-point Likert scale. This study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of the questionnaire using Rasch analysis. [Participants and Methods] A total of 200 individuals completed the questionnaire. Rasch analysis to investigate the rating scale structure and examine the structural validity and reliability of the scale. The unidimensionality of the items was examined using the mean square infit values and principal component analysis of residuals. The separation reliability of the scale was also examined. [Results] The rating scale structure can be improved by collapsing several categories (from seven categories to four categories). Unidimensionality was found for seven items. The separation reliability was acceptable for item calibrations and persons. [Conclusion] Inclusion of seven items with a 4-category rating scale was appropriate for the Self-Assessment Burden Scale-Motor questionnaire. Future studies should examine the intra-rater reliability and the criterion-related validity in more depth and develop a new scale to evaluate cognitive function. 2020©by the Society of Physical Therapy Science. Published by IPEC Inc.[Purpose] The aims of this study were to examine the relationship between range of motion/muscle strength of the spine and lower limbs with 1) radiographic sagittal alignment and 2) quality of life of participants with spinal deformities to adequately target the appropriate factors for effective treatment. [Participants and Methods] This study used an observational cross-sectional correlational design. Participants with spinal deformities and low back pain were recruited for the study. The dependent variables were range of motion/muscle strength of the spine and lower limbs, sagittal alignment, and quality of life. [Results] Regarding alignment, significant correlations were found between hip extension range of motion and sagittal vertebral axis; between occiput-to-wall distance and thoracolumbar kyphosis; and between back extensor endurance and pelvic tilt and pelvic incidence-lumbar lordosis mismatch, also known as the calculated (pelvic incidence) minus (lumbar lordosis) value. With regards to quality of life, significant correlations were found between pain-related disorders and lumbar spine range of motion, and between gait disturbance and knee and hip extension ranges of motion. [Conclusion] Our findings suggest that these factors should be targeted for assessment and treatment of adults with spinal deformities. 2020©by the Society of Physical Therapy Science. Published by IPEC Inc.[Purpose] The purposes of this study were 1) to validate a commercial software program using an optical-flow algorithm to measure the velocity of muscle movement; and 2) to determine optimal image quality and the size and location of regions of interest. [Materials and Methods] First, a block of pork thigh muscle was pulled at 33 different constant velocities. Subsequently, an accelerometer, a high-velocity camera, and ultrasonography were used to obtain measurements, and an Echolizer software was used to determine ultrasound-based velocities. Finally, the impact of the location and size of the regions of interest and the brightness and contrast of the images was analyzed. [Results] The regression equation was expressed as y=1.150 × -0.071 with a determination coefficient of 0.996. The average absolute error of the software was 0.02 mm/s, and the average relative error was 0.20% of the actual velocity between 2.5 and 16.5 mm/s after the regression equation was applied to the measured data. The accuracy of measurement was reduced owing to the increased size of the regions of interest, which included poor image quality or a deeper zone.