4, the rate of opening time was 1.5 times higher than before, the rate of time of opening of the jaws - 1.8 times. Conclusions The use of the suggested method of orthopedic treatment with temporary structures leads to probable changes in the studied functional parameters in comparison with the control group (p <0,05).Conclusions The use of the suggested method of orthopedic treatment with temporary structures leads to probable changes in the studied functional parameters in comparison with the control group (p less then 0,05). The aim To determine the state of total antioxidant activity and the content of the mitochondrial enzyme - manganese superoxide dismutase in students with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT) comorbidity. Materials and methods 120 patients with GERD and AIT, 45 patients with GERD and 42 patients with AIT were examined. The patients involved in the study were students. The international standardized GerdQ questionnaire was used. Total antioxidant activity and manganese superoxide dismutase levels were determined. Results The study showed that comorbidity of GERD and AIT was accompanied with a significant increase in the frequency and intensity of heartburn, sleep disorders and the use of additional medications to relieve symptoms. Patients with GERD and AIT had significantly lower total antioxidant activity than patients with isolated GERD and isolated AIT. At the same time, the manganese superoxide dismutase level was significantly higher in group with comorbidity than in patients with isolated diseases. Conclusions The presence of concomitant AIT in patients with GERD among the student population contributes to some deviations in the clinical characteristics, inhibition of total antioxidant activity and activation of manganese superoxide dismutase.Conclusions The presence of concomitant AIT in patients with GERD among the student population contributes to some deviations in the clinical characteristics, inhibition of total antioxidant activity and activation of manganese superoxide dismutase. The aim Was to analyze the outcome, recurrence rate and complications between Ponseti method and soft-tissue release 3 yearsafter the initial treatment. Materials and methods This prospective cohort study was conducted in congenital idiopathic clubfoot patients who underwent primary treatment by either Ponseti serial casting or soft tissue release between 2006 to 2016 at department of traumatology and orthopedics National Children's Specialized Hospital "Okhmatdet". Total of 113 feet in 95 patients (61 males and 34 females), sixty-two feet (62 patients) were in the Ponseti group and thirty-three feet (33 patients) were in the surgical treatment group. For both groups, descriptive statistics were calculated Pirani score (2004) result before and 3 years after treatment, recurrence rate and complications. The comparison of the Pirani score result and complications between the two groups was analyzed by nonparametric tests (Mann-Whitney U-tests). Statistical data processing was performed in SPSS 17.0 program. Results The results of Pirani score reveal satisfactory outcomes for both groups. PLX8394 in vivo But Ponseti method has the more conservative approach and lower complication rate (11,29±5,27% and 24,24±11,74%, p=0,52). Conclusions Ponseti method is a safe, effective method for treatment of congenital idiopathic clubfoot in children from first days after birth. Open surgery should be reserved for deformity that cannot be completely corrected or for treatment of recurrences.Conclusions Ponseti method is a safe, effective method for treatment of congenital idiopathic clubfoot in children from first days after birth. Open surgery should be reserved for deformity that cannot be completely corrected or for treatment of recurrences. The aim To monitor the brain functional state of generally healthy Ukrainian schoolchildren according to computer electroencephalography (EEG). Materials and methods EEG examination of 125 practically healthy (according to medical records) schoolchildren of both sexes, which were divided into 3 age groups 1) 8-12 years old (n = 49); 2) 13-16 years old (n = 42); 3) 17-18 years old (n = 34). EEG was recorded at rest with eyes closed and during functional tests (eye opening, hyperventilation). Visual and spectral analyzes of the EEG were carried out, types of EEG were determined according to A.E. Zhirmunskaya. (1991) in the adaptation of N.L. Gorbachevskaya et al. (1999). Results The peak frequency of alpha activity is in the range of 9 to 11.5 Hz, with a tendency to increase as you grow older. A disorganized type of EEG with a predominance of alpha activity dominates with an organized type of EEG. For most schoolchildren, normal EEG reactivity predominates in response to functional tests. The detection rate of short fragments of pathological activity in the background did not exceed 8%, but increased to 20% with hyperventilation. Conclusions Only a third of modern Ukrainian schoolchildren classified as "healthy" have a physiological type of EEG, which indicates the optimal functional state of the brain. The remaining part of generally healthy schoolchildren have EEG changes, which reflect initial functional disorders mainly at the level of nonspecific structures and the brain stem.Conclusions Only a third of modern Ukrainian schoolchildren classified as "healthy" have a physiological type of EEG, which indicates the optimal functional state of the brain. The remaining part of generally healthy schoolchildren have EEG changes, which reflect initial functional disorders mainly at the level of nonspecific structures and the brain stem. Introduction Hip osteoarthritis is a disabling disease which become substantial health-related, social, and economic issue. The aim To assess short term quality of life in male population with hip ostheoarthritis, after total hip arthroplasty. Material and methods 118 male patients were included in the study, age range from 31 to 79 year-old, who underwent total hip arthroplasty. Patients quality of life was assessed using questioners abbreviated version of WHOQoL-BREF, as well as EQ-5D-5L, and SF-36 scale. Patients condition was investigated before surgery, 6 weeks and 6 months after the surgery. Results The results from WHOQoL-BREF questionnaire demonstrated a statistically significant improvement of quality of life after the surgery - 6 weeks after the procedure by 4% and 21% (p<0.001), after 6 months by 13% and 42% (p<0.001), respectively. The most significant improvement was found in the somatic domain - by 5% after 6 weeks, and by 6% after 6 months (p<0.001). The quality of life according to the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire revealed statistically significant improvement after 6 weeks, by 18-24% (p<0.