Ever wondered how to tell when a young ballet dancer is ready to dance en pointe? This study explored a new screening tool called PASSE (Pointe Assessment Screening Shah Edison) to help determine if dancers aged 9 to 17 are ready for this challenging skill. Seventeen dancers with at least 4 years of
Ever wondered how different positions in volleyball affect the way players jump and generate force? A recent study kept tabs on a group of twelve female Division I athletes over a 16-week season. They wore special sensors to track jumps and did tests to measure how high and fast they could jump. It
Health registries play a crucial role in tracking disease trends, monitoring treatment options, and evaluating patient outcomes. This research zooms in on the hurdles faced while setting up and maintaining a Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) registry within Indian hospitals. Picture this: India, a vast c
The rise of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum has unlocked a mountain of detailed transaction data. Unlike traditional cash, this data allows for in-depth research into detecting unusual activities, combating money laundering, and understanding user behavior. One way to analyze this vast am
Get ready for a wet start to the Boxing Day Test between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan! This is the first Test match at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, in nearly three decades for Zimbabwe. After facing tough times in shorter formats, they hope to put up a strong show. Afghanistan, fresh from dominating wi
In a bold move, the Colorado Buffaloes have set a new standard for player protection. The university has provided record-breaking insurance coverage for star quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way sensation Travis Hunter. This decision came as both players chose to participate in the Alamo Bowl rat
Did you know that the success of a college basketball team isn't just about skill? A recent study showed that team unity can significantly boost player engagement. When players work well together, they're more committed to the game. Interestingly, the coach's leadership style plays a vital role here
Pyoderma gangrenosum, or PG, is a skin condition where ulcers grow quickly and hurt a lot. These ulcers have edges that look like they're melting away. The tricky part about PG is that there's no one-size-fits-all treatment. Doctors find it tough because there's not enough solid evidence to guide th
As the holiday season approaches, CBS Sports has stirred things up with a new mock draft for the 2025 NFL Draft. This year, the focus is on quarterbacks, with only two highly anticipated players projected to be taken in the first round. Miami's Cam Ward and Colorado's Shedeur Sanders are the talk of
Ever wondered if having food allergies could affect your ability to conceive? A recent study in North America explored this question. The researchers looked into how self-reported food allergies might correlate with fecundability, which is the likelihood of getting pregnant each menstrual cycle. Th
