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The role of mast cells in wound healing by Ng, Michael FY

“…Mast cells are predominantly found in the vicinity of connective tissue vessels of skin and mucosa. The main immunological functions of mast cells are in…”
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A structural equation model of the relationship between muscle strength, balance performance, walking endurance and community integration in stroke survivors by Kwong, P W H, Ng, S S M, Chung, R C K, Ng, G Y F

“…To use structural equation modelling (SEM) to determine (1) the direct and indirect associations of strength of paretic lower limb muscles with the level of…”
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Effects of pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) on the tensile biomechanical properties of diabetic wounds at different phases of healing by Choi, Harry M C, Cheung, Alex K K, Ng, Gabriel Y F, Cheing, Gladys L Y

“…The present study investigated the effects of pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) on the tensile biomechanical properties of diabetic wounds at different…”
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Alterations in mechanical properties of the patellar tendon is associated with pain in athletes with patellar tendinopathy by Lee, W. C., Zhang, Z. J., Masci, L., Ng, G. Y. F., Fu, Siu Ngor

“…Purpose To compare tendon strain and stiffness between athletes with patellar tendinopathy and healthy controls, and explore whether the intensity of pain and…”
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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation improves walking capacity and reduces spasticity in stroke survivors: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kwong, Patrick WH, Ng, Gabriel YF, Chung, Raymond CK, Ng, Shamay SM

“…Objective: To evaluate (1) the effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) at improving lower extremity motor recovery in stroke…”
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Studies on the genus Lefroyothrips, with new records from Malaysia, New Caledonia and a new species from Australia (Thysanoptera, Thripidae) by Mound, L A, Ng, Y F

“…Six species are recognised in the genus Lefroyothrips, including one new species from Australia. The metascutal chaetotaxy of two of these species is unique…”
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Correction: Effects of pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) on the tensile biomechanical properties of diabetic wounds at different phases of healing by Choi, Harry M C, Cheung, Alex K K, Ng, Gabriel Y F, Cheing, Gladys L Y

“…[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0191074.]…”
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Effectiveness of a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and task-oriented balance training in reducing the fear of falling in patients with chronic stroke: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial by Liu, Tai-Wa, Ng, Gabriel Y F, Ng, Shamay S M

“…The consequences of falls are devastating for patients with stroke. Balance problems and fear of falling are two major challenges, and recent systematic…”
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Cognitive behavioural therapy for fear of falling and balance among older people: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Liu, Tai-Wa, Ng, Gabriel Y F, Chung, Raymond C K, Ng, Shamay S M

“…Abstract Background fear of falling is prevalent among older people and associated with various health outcomes. A growing number of studies have examined the…”
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A new genus and species of Scirtothrips genus-group (Thysanoptera, Thripidae), with two new species of Scirtothrips, from Dipterocarp Forest canopy in Malaysia by Ng, Y F, Ain, N, Rafti, N S, Lau, K H

“…A new genus and three new species are described from the canopy of Dipterocarp forest in Pasoh Forest Research in Malaysia: Daunothrips gen. n., D. striatus…”
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Effects of enhanced recovery after surgery practices on postoperative recovery and length of stay after unilateral primary total hip or knee arthroplasty in a private hospital by Chung, M M T, Ng, J K F, Ng, F Y, Chan, P K, Chiu, K Y

“…Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) practices improve postoperative recovery and reduce postoperative length of stay (LOS) in patients undergoing primary…”
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The effect of whole body vibration training on quadriceps voluntary activation level of people with age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia): a randomized pilot study by Wei, Ning, Ng, Gabriel Y F

“…Whole body vibration was an effective training for improving muscle performance. The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of 12-week whole-body…”
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Effect of fertilizer application on photosynthesis and oil yield of Jatropha curcas L by Yong, J. W. H, Ng, Y. F, Tan, S. N, Chew, A. Y. L

“…The use of Jatropha curcas oil as a source of biofuel has been well-explored. However, the physiological and growth studies of J. curcas have received…”
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Review Article: Joint Aspiration for Diagnosis of Periprosthetic Infection by Yee, Dennis KH, Chiu, KY, Yan, CH, Ng, FY

“…Joint aspiration is a reliable tool for diagnosis of periprosthetic infection. There are different indications, techniques, and approaches for joint…”
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Bacteriology and risk factors associated with periprosthetic joint infection after primary total knee arthroplasty: retrospective study of 2543 cases by Siu, K T, Ng, F Y, Chan, P K, Fu, H Ch, Yan, C H, Chiu, K Y

“…Periprosthetic joint infection after total knee arthroplasty is a serious complication. This study aimed to identify risk factors and bacteriological features…”
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Low-level Taekwondo practitioners have better somatosensory organisation in standing balance than sedentary people by Leong, Hio-Teng, Fu, Siu N., Ng, Gabriel Y. F., Tsang, William W. N.

“…Sports training, especially for those requiring fast and skilled movements have been reported to improve one’s postural control, but the underlying sensory…”
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Gait Retraining for the Reduction of Injury Occurrence in Novice Distance Runners: 1-Year Follow-up of a Randomized Controlled Trial by Chan, Zoe Y.S., Zhang, Janet H., Au, Ivan P.H., An, Winko W., Shum, Gary L.K., Ng, Gabriel Y.F., Cheung, Roy T.H.

“…Background: The increasing popularity of distance running has been accompanied by an increase in running-related injuries, such that up to 85% of novice…”
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Motion Control Shoe Delays Fatigue of Shank Muscles in Runners With Overpronating Feet by Cheung, Roy T. H., Ng, Gabriel Y. F.

“…Background The motion control shoe is a well-developed technology in running shoe design for controlling excessive rearfoot pronation and plantar force…”
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Why do Hong Kong patients need total hip arthroplasty? An analysis of 512 hips from 1998 to 2010 by Chan, V Wk, Chan, P K, Chiu, K Y, Yan, C H, Ng, F Y

“…The number of patients undergoing total hip replacement surgeries has increased as a result of a rise in the ageing population. This study reviewed the…”
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Bony Ankylosis of the Knee Secondary to Heterotopic Ossification after Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case Report by Chan, PK, Chiu, KY, Ng, FY, Yan, CH

“…We report a case of bony ankylosis of the knee secondary to severe and extensive heterotopic ossification over 9 years after primary total knee arthroplasty in…”
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