CHSU Discovery

Tasked with systematically examining the medical literature for bibliometrics regarding Osteopathic medical education, and guided by previous bibliometric research, this study will identify and examine the characteristics of the 50 top-cited article…

Abstract:Background and Purpose: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, balance, and gait. Virtual reality (VR) based exercises in conjunction with physical therapy can provide a safe and controlled environme…

Foot wounds are important to be taken care of and treated early on as they may cause complex medical problems, including osteomyelitis. This can lead to difficult multi-faceted treatment options, even amputation. Preventing foot wounds, especially i…

A hypertensive crisis is defined as an acute, marked elevation in blood pressure (≥ 180/120 mmHg) associated with (emergency) or without (urgency) acute target organ damage.Examples of hypertensive emergencies include:encephalopathy, stroke, aort…

Abstract This case presents a 65-year-old female with a past medical history of HTN, osteoarthritis, GERD, and umbilical hernia was brought in by EMS for evaluation of abdominal pain and syncope. She was hypotensive and admitted to the ICU for septi…

Abstract Psychiatric conditions often have variable presentations, especially as many of these disorders have similar symptoms and significant comorbidity. Multiple psychiatric disorders occurring concurrently are often mistaken as a single disease …

Background:Neurodegenerative diseases pose significant challenges in medicine, with falls being aprominent concern in hospice palliative care. Studies highlight the prevalence of falls amongneurodegenerative patients, emphasizing the need for effect…

Abstract: Background: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction is one of the most common surgical procedures in the field of orthopedic surgery; this is especially true in younger athletes. Injury to the ACL commonly occurs during load-bearin…

Mucormycosis is an Angioinvasive fungal infection caused by the fungi order Mucorales. It is a rare disease affecting 1.7 people per every 1,000,000 in the general population with an overall all-cause of mortality rate of 54%. We present the case of…

Depressive disorders are common mental health conditions that affects millions of people worldwide and are characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable. Research has sho…

Abstract The Central Valley of California has a rate of diabetes that is higher than the national average. Patients who have been diagnosed with diabetes must maintain blood sugar levels within a set range to avoid complications. There are a variety…

The focus of this research project is to identify health literacy and social barriers among Hispanic patients with diabetes at the United Health Centers (UHC) Dinuba clinic. The SMART aim is to identify barriers in those who are seen at Dinuba Unite…

Background: The economic recession resulting from COVID-19 negatively impacted many Americans’ mental health and created new barriers for people with pre-existing mental health and substance use disorders.A study revealed that in response to C…

AbstractIntroduction: Spinal anesthesia (SA) allows total joint arthroplasty (TJA) to be performed while minimizing opioids and systemic anesthetic agents compared to general anesthesia (GA). SA has been associated with shortened postoperative recov…

Nationally, studies have found high attrition rates for pediatric patients that were diagnosed with childhood obesity based on their BMI. Our study is aimed at investigating any procedures currently in place at Omni Health, an FQHC, that are contri…

Abstract: Caffeine is a widely consumed stimulant present in coffee, tea, chocolate, and energy drinks. Not only does caffeine improve mood and relief from headaches, but also it is linked to reduction of risk strokes, Parkinson's, and Alzheime…

Abstract Food insecurity is a social determinant of health comprised of a hierarchy of four domains: availability, access, utilization, and stability. Reliable access to food is particularly limited in rural areas like south-central Pennsylvania and…

Abstract:A 2020 study conducted in the United Kingdom of 76 general practices, including 622 patients, examined the efficacy of combining self-monitoring blood pressure with guided self-management. Digital intervention provided feedback of blood pre…

Abstract:Introduction and Background: Functional constipation is defined by infrequent difficultbowel movements, often manifested by fecal incontinence and withholding behaviors. Incontrast, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) presents a wider range of s…

Background:COVID-19, also known as SARS-CoV-2, is a novel coronavirus that has had a profound impact on the healthcare field. While it is primarily a respiratory infection that commonly presents with symptoms such as dry cough, shortness of breath, …