This retrospective study evaluates the respiratory impact of exclusive cannabis use via traditional pipes in asthmatic patients (n=7) compared to a non-smoking control group (n=54) to assess the clinical and functional consequences of this practice. The results demonstrate increased morbidity among cannabis users, marked by a high prevalence of dry cough (71%) and dyspnea (57%), as well as significant lung function impairment with a mean FEV1 of 65% and a Tiffeneau index of 0.60. The study…

Conducted on a cohort of 150 patients followed at the Respiratory Diseases Department of the 20 August 1953 Hospital in Casablanca between 2019 and 2023, this retrospective and analytical study outlines the profile of severe asthma in a Moroccan referral center. The study population has a mean age of 36 years with a female predominance (58%) and high exposure to environmental humidity (46%), while the clinical profile is dominated by allergic rhinitis (56%) and gastroesophageal reflux…

Introduction: Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) is a major cause of acquired thrombophilia, often presenting a diagnostic challenge when clinical manifestations are multifaceted. While venous thromboembolism is common, aggressive arterial involvement represents the "hidden part of the iceberg," carrying a high risk of morbidity and therapeutic failure with newer anticoagulants.

Case Presentation: A 52-year-old male with no prior risk factors…

Physiotherapy has become an essential part of forensic investigations by providing objective biomechanical and functional evidence that links injury mechanics with medico-legal assessments. Through detailed evaluations of movement patterns, tissue loading, neuromuscular function, and rehabilitation progress, physiotherapists help verify whether reported trauma corresponds with observed impairments, measure functional loss for legal or insurance claims, and offer expert testimony on…

Pregnancy-associated joint hypermobility can compromise musculoskeletal stability, impair function, and reduce quality of life, yet safe, effective interventions are scarce. We report a case of a pregnant patient with symptomatic hypermobility who completed a structured Clinical Pilates program targeting core control, postural alignment, and movement efficiency. Over the course of the intervention, the patient exhibited marked improvements in functional mobility, spinal stability, and…

Background: Prolonged smartphone usage induces habitual forward head posture and thoracic flexion, potentially disrupting the integrated spinal kinetic chain. While static postural deviations are well-documented, smartphone-related alterations in dynamic spinal movement patterns— specifically lumbo-pelvic rhythm during functional activities—remain inadequately explored. Understanding these biomechanical adaptations is critical, as abnormal lumbo-pelvic coordination…

Background: The exponential rise in smartphone usage has introduced sustained postural deviations characterized by cervical flexion and thoracic kyphosis. While static postural consequences are well-documented, the biomechanical impact on dynamic spinal load distribution during functional movement tasks remains inadequately investigated. Habitual smartphone postures may fundamentally alter neuromuscular control strategies and segmental load transfer across the kinetic chain…

Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the presence of stimulating antibodies directed against the thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) receptor, leading to hyperthyroidism. It may occur in an autoimmune background and can be associated with other systemic autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or Sjögren’s syndrome. Hepatic involvement during hyperthyroidism is well described and may be related either to the disease itself or to…

Background and Objectives: Periodontitis has been linked to idiopathic male infertility and impairment of semen values. However, data on the role of periodontal treatment in sperm parameter outcomes as well as the identification of the value of clinical periodontal infection predictors (BOP, PD, and CAL) as composite measures following active periodontitis therapy are limited. This study aimed to evaluate the role of periodontitis treatment in infertile men and its impact on…

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a major health issue, with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) causing nerve damage, numbness, and balance problems, increasing fall risk. Conventional physical therapy may not suffice for older adults with severe DPN. Kinesio-taping has shown potential in enhancing proprioception and balance by stimulating skin receptors.

Aim: This study aimed to compare the immediate effects of Kinesio-taping versus sham…