Journal of Faculty of Physical Education

THE EFFECTS OF RHYTHMIC LINE DANCING EXERCISE ON MUSCULAR STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE, BALANCE, AND CARDIORESPIRATORY ENDURANCE IN ELDERLY WOMEN

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This research is a two group quasi-experimental research. The objectives of the study were to compare the effects of exercise training with rhythm line dancing on exercise capacity and health-related quality of life in elderly. Participants were 21 older adults (aged between 60 – 70 years) who volunteered for the study of Thungyang Subdistrict, Lablae District, Uttaradit Province. All participants were divided into the control group (n = 10) or an experimental group (n = 11). All participants were measured time up and go test (TUGT), back scratch test, five-repetition sit-to-stand test (5STS), 30-second sit-to-stand test; 30STS and 2-minute walking test (2MWT). The experimental group was performed exercise with rhythm line dancing for a period of 60 minutes per day, 3 days per week for 6 weeks while control group did not perform any exercise program. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and independent t-test.

The results revealed that the experimental group had a statistically significant improvements in 5STS, TUGT and 2MWT after 6 weeks of the exercise (p < 0.05) and when compared bertween groups (p < 0.05). These finding revealed that the exercise with rhythm line dancing can improve strength and endurance, balance, and cardiorespiratory endurance in elderly. Hence, the exercise of above mentioned should be recommended as an alternative forms of exercise for the elderly.

The Effect of Passive and Dynamic Stretching on Muscle Strength and Power in Takraw Players

disaphon boobphachart, Unnop Nuptheutrong, Apiwat Jamderm, Artith Panyakham — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of passive and dynamic stretching on muscle strength and power in takraw players. The participants of the study were twelve takraw male players, who played for a Surindra Rajabhat University and were between 20 and 26 years. All players performed the warm-up with passive stretching and dynamic stretching. The players then were given a test to measure muscle strength and power. The obtained data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and dependent t-test; the significance level was set at p < .05. The results of this study revealed that the posttest on muscle strength and power showed significant difference, p < .05. The conclusion was demonstrated that that the dynamic stretching was more likely to enhance players’ muscle strength and power, compared with passive stretching and it can be a suitable technique before training and competition for takraw players.

CURRENT SITUATION AND TRENDS IN HERBAL MEDICINE DISPENSING IN SONGKHLA PROVINCE (2020-2024)

Patama Chantarapon, Aumpol Bunpean — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This research aims to: 1) investigate the top 10 most commonly dispensed herbal medicines in Songkhla Province during the fiscal year 2024, and 2) analyze trends in herbal medicine dispensing over the past five years. Secondary data were collected from Thailand's Health Data Center (HDC) program. The findings revealed that:
1. The top 10 most frequently dispensed herbal medicines in 2024 were Makham Pom (Phyllanthus emblica) cough syrup, Prasa Ma Waeng tablets, Makham Pom compound cough syrup (Formula 1), Senna herbal tea, Andrographis paniculata capsules, turmeric capsules, Ma Waeng lozenges, Phlai cream, herbal compress, and Thao Wan Priang capsules.

The dispensing trends from 2020 to 2024 showed an increasing trend in the use of certain herbal medicines, particularly Makham Pom cough syrup, Andrographis paniculata, Phlai, and herbal compresses. Notably, in 2024, there was a significant increase in the dispensing of herbal compresses and Ma Waeng lozenges.

The growing trend of herbal medicine dispensing in Songkhla Province reflects increased public interest and improved accessibility to herbal treatments. Relevant authorities should develop policies that address public demand, promote safe and effective use of herbal medicines, and further study their safety and potential side effects to ensure sustainable and responsible use.