Innovative Breathing Retraining Device: Phase-4 Validation of Clinical Efficacy in Healthy Adults Parthkumar Devmurari, Priyanshu Rathod, Nikhita Dodiya EPJ Web of Conferences, 2026 Background: Breathing retraining devices are widely used to improve lung function, respiratory muscle performance and breathing efficiency. Conventional devices often lack adjustable resistance, meaningful visual feedback or ergonomic design, which can limit training quality and patient engagement. A novel breathing retraining device was developed through sequential phases involving need analysis, engineering design and accuracy validation. Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate whether the newly designed device could produce measurable improvements in pulmonary function and inspiratory performance, and to determine its usability and acceptability among adult users. Methods: A two-week intervention study was conducted on healthy adults. Participants performed structured breathing retraining using the device under supervised and home-based sessions. Pulmonary function, inspiratory performance and user experience were assessed before and after the intervention. Results: Participants demonstrated notable improvements in key pulmonary parameters, including an increase in forced expiratory volume and sustained maximal inspiration. Inspiratory performance improved consistently across all users. User experience ratings indicated high satisfaction, with positive feedback regarding comfort, visual feedback clarity and ease of resistance adjustment. Conclusion: The novel breathing retraining device effectively enhances pulmonary function and inspiratory performance while offering excellent usability. The findings support its potential application in pulmonary rehabilitation and justify further clinical trials in populations with respiratory impairment.
Design and testing of breathing retraining device a multiphasic exploratory study in healthy subjects , Parthkumar Devmurari, Priyanshu Rathod, , Chetan Patel, , Khushboo Parmar, and European Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, 2025 Introduction and aim. Traditional spirometers are limited by bulkiness and lack of biofeedback, which can hinder their effec tiveness in pulmonary rehabilitation. This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy of an innovative breathing retraining device in measuring inhaled volume and assess user satisfaction compared to standard spirometers. Material and methods. A multiphasic exploratory study was conducted with 102 healthy adults (aged 18–60 years). The study included three phases: need analysis through focus group discussions, prototype development using polycarbonate materials and 3D printing, and effectiveness testing. Inhalation exercises were performed with both the new device and a standard spi rometer. Primary outcomes were inhaled volume and marker displacement, with user satisfaction assessed via the Quebec User Evaluation of Satisfaction with Assistive Technology (QUEST 2.0) questionnaire. Results. The new device showed a strong correlation between inhaled volume and marker displacement (r=0.842, p<0.001). The mean inhaled volume was 2.07±0.61 liters, with a mean marker displacement of 5.19±0.59 cm. The mean QUEST 2.0 satis faction score was 3.54, indicating high user satisfaction. Conclusion. The redesigned breathing retraining device not only addresses critical gaps in existing technologies but also offers a practical, user-friendly solution for pulmonary rehabilitation. By combining accuracy, real-time feedback, and portability, this innovation has the potential to redefine respiratory therapy standards in both clinical and home-based settings, paving the way for broader applications and improved patient outcomes.
Speech Recognition Integration for Improved Learnability and Intelligibility in Point-Of-Care Systems Krishna Kumar N., P. V. Rajlakshmi, Omprakash Bhariya, M. Vadivukarassi, Rajesh Tiwari, Priyanshu Rathod 2025 4th Opju International Technology Conference on Smart Computing for Innovation and Advancement in Industry 5 0 Otcon 2025, 2025 This study focuses on the application of Automatic Speech Recognition to improve the learnability and intelligibility in PoC devices. The increased generation of data and the development of artificial intelligence make speech recognition technologies the necessary elements of healthcare systems. Non-Blocking speech interpretation is achieved through an LSTM-CNN computer system accompanied by Mel-Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (MFCC) for feature analysis. Other forms of implementation include the use of mobile nets which only combine the two for better depiction in resourceful but limited mobile devices. It also responds to shortcomings of regional accents, dialectal variation, and background noise through high-performance voice activity and extraction of prosodic features. Extension of Connectionist Temporal Classification (CTC) promotes alignment-free transcribing which in turn reduces word error correction and improves the transcription effectiveness. The experimental findings confirm the feasibility of the system for recognizing different types of language inputs and the achieved level of intelligibility and speaker recognition. It establishes the feasibility of using speech recognition computer technologies for data entry in clinical contexts, and therefore, for secure and efficient communication between corresponding entities. This work provides the foundation for further developments in smart, environment-aware spoken-dialogue systems within healthcare settings.
Leveraging Context-Aware Fogging for Advanced Remote Patient Monitoring and Healthcare in Modern Life Hitha Poddar, Vandana Roy, Mayur Bhoyar, Alka Gangrade, Kolla Naga Venkata Kowshik, Priyanshu Rathod 2025 4th Opju International Technology Conference on Smart Computing for Innovation and Advancement in Industry 5 0 Otcon 2025, 2025 This paper examines the integration of fog computing in current RPM systems with a focus on latency and real-time response capabilities. Unlike typical cloud models, fog computing layers computation closer to the edge devices therefore enhancing decentralization. This work provides an overview of how fog layers are incorporated in RPM for data pre-processing, context computations, and security. These are features such as the ability to generate rules dynamically, facilitating high accuracy of the health status determined by physiological, behavioral as well as environmental parameters. With the help of the implemented context-aware access control (CAAC) mechanism, which is backed up by the utilization of public key infrastructure, data security is reached. The design strategy discussed in this paper and implemented using NS-2 shows enhanced performance not only in relationships of packet delivery ratio, throughput, and end-to-end delay but also in other important measures. The comparative analysis shows that the integration of fog computing improves system performance, in media transmission, and responses are computed faster than those of cloud-only solutions. These discoveries strengthen the impact of fog computing to overcome latency, scalability, and security issues in IoT-based healthcare systems making it an enabler of real-life, life-critical applications.
Gold Nanoparticles in the Treatment of Soft Tissue Injury: A Systematic Review Priyanshu Rathod, Krishi Kamdar, Saroj Sanghavi, Pravin Tirgar, Ramesh Debur, Kiran Dudhat Current Drug Therapy, 2025 Background: Nanotechnology has gained significant attention in recent years as a promising approach for addressing a variety of medical challenges, including soft tissue injuries. Among the different nanomaterials, gold nanoparticles (GNPs) stand out due to their unique and versatile physicochemical properties. These properties include their small size, customizable shape, and adaptable surface chemistry, which allow GNPs to be tailored for specific therapeutic purposes. The growing interest in GNPs stems from their potential to enhance drug delivery, improve healing processes, and reduce side effects in the treatment of soft tissue injuries. This review provides a comprehensive examination of the efficacy of GNPs in the context of soft tissue injury treatment, exploring both their therapeutic potential and associated risks. Objectives: The primary objective of this review is to evaluate the effectiveness of gold nanoparticles in treating soft tissue injuries. This is achieved through the following specific goals: Formulation of GNPs Gel: Investigating the methods used to formulate GNPs into a gel form suitable for application in soft tissue injuries. This includes an analysis of different formulation techniques and the materials used to stabilize and deliver the nanoparticles. Skin Penetration Methods: It explores various methods by which GNP gel can penetrate the skin to reach the underlying soft tissues. This involves a review of topical application techniques, including both conventional and advanced methods, to determine their effectiveness in delivering GNPs to the site of injury. Therapeutic Benefits and Toxicity: These include assessing the therapeutic benefits of GNPs when applied to soft tissue injuries, with a focus on the observed outcomes in both animal models and human studies. Additionally, the review examines the potential toxicity of GNPs, particularly when administered through different routes, to ensure that their use is both safe and effective. Methods: A systematic review of the literature was conducted to gather relevant studies on the use of GNPs for treating soft tissue injuries. Articles were sourced from well-known scientific databases, including PubMed, Medline, and Wiley, covering publications from 2008 to 2020. A total of 119 articles were initially identified for review. After removing 24 duplicates and excluding 90 articles that did not meet the eligibility criteria, five articles were selected for in-depth full-text analysis and synthesis. These selected studies provided valuable insights into the formulation, application, and safety of GNPs in treating soft tissue injuries. Results: The findings from the reviewed studies suggest that GNPs show considerable promise in treating soft tissue injuries, particularly in animal models. One of the effective methods for formulating GNPs into a gel involved the Turkevich method, which utilizes base materials such as Carbol 934, glycerin, and PEG 400. This formulation method has demonstrated several advantages, including ease of preparation and stability of the resulting gel. In terms of application, topical administration of GNP gel has proven to be an effective method for achieving skin penetration and delivering therapeutic benefits. Techniques such as gentle rubbing of the skin and the use of phonophoresis have been highlighted as particularly effective. However, it is important to note that while topical application appears safe, other administration routes, such as oral or intravenous delivery of GNPs, particularly those with small sizes and spherical shapes, have been associated with toxicity in various organs and can lead to cellular DNA damage. Conclusion: The review concludes that topical administration of GNP gel holds significant potential for controlled and targeted drug delivery in the treatment of soft tissue injuries. This method allows for localized treatment, reducing the risk of systemic side effects and improving therapeutic outcomes. However, the review also emphasizes the need for careful consideration of potential cellular-level toxicity, particularly when GNPs are used in humans. Further research is required to fully understand the long-term safety and efficacy of GNPs, ensuring that they can be safely integrated into clinical practice for the treatment of soft tissue injuries.
EFFECTIVENESS OF AQUATIC THERAPY ON FOOTBALL PLAYERS’ PERFORMANCE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Arnaaz Rusi Doctor, Priyanshu Rathod Health Problems of Civilization, 2024 Aquatic therapy involves exercises performed in water, which has a rich historical lineage in therapeutic practices. Ancient cultures recognized the healing properties of water, and in the 20th century, it evolved into the modern aquatic therapy used for movement rehabilitation. The American Physical Therapy Association formally integrated aquatic therapy into physical therapy and rehabilitation in 1992. The unique properties of water, including buoyancy, thermodynamics, hydrostatic pressure, density, and viscosity, make it a safe and effective medium for rehabilitation. Aquatic training reduces tissue impact forces, allowing for increased training without reaching injury thresholds. Despite its potential, the application of aquatic therapy in sports, particularly in football, remains underexplored. The aim of this review was to analyze recent research evidence on the effectiveness of aquatic therapy for improving football players’ performance. The systematic review primarily includes randomized controlled trials and experimental studies conducted between 2012 and 2022. Searches were performed using Google Scholar, PubMed, and PEDro databases, employing keywords such as "aquatic therapy approach", "football players", "speed", "agility", "core strength", "power" and "kick velocity". A total of 1,512 articles were initially identified using the specified keywords; however, only 10 articles met the inclusion criteria and were included in the study. The findings indicate that the aquatic therapy approach effectively enhances the performance of football players.
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Relationship & comparison between post-stroke motor recovery and functional recovery – An observational study Ashish Kakkad, Priyanshu V. Rathod International Journal of Current Research and Review, 2019 Aims and Objectives: This study explored relationship between post-stroke motor recovery and functional recovery in Gujarat, India. Patients, Materials and Methods: This Study involved 67 (48 males and 19 females) individuals diagnosed of stroke by Neurophysician or General Physician with less than 6 months of post stroke duration. Fugl Meyer Motor Assessment Score was (total of upper extremity and lower extremity sub score) was used to assess their post-stroke motor recovery. Their functional recovery was assessed using the Modified Barthel Index. They were assessed on the same day for Fugl-Meyer Motor Assessment as well as Modified Barthel Index. Data were analyzed using the Pearson’s Moment Correlation and Students’ paired t-test at p =0.05. Results: Patients’ mean age was 57.52± 13.1 years ranging between 17 years and 80 years. Their motor recovery had direct positive relationship (r=0.791, p=0.00) with their functional recovery but there was significant difference (t=13.16, p=0.00) between motor recovery and functional recovery. Mean score of motor recovery by total of Fugl-Meyer Upper extremity & Lower extremity subscore is 54.79 (54.79%) of total 100 score. Mean score of functional recovery by Modified Barthel Index was 14.06 (70.3%) of total 20 score. Conclusion: Though Motor recovery has positive impact on the functional recovery in stroke survivors, motor recovery and functional recovery may differ significantly where functional recovery may exceed than motor recovery.
