Dual Task Multimodal Physical Training in Alzheimer's Disease: Effect on Cognitive Functions and Muscle Strength / Treinamento Físico Multimodal com Dupla Tarefa na Doença de Alzheimer: Efeito nas Funções Cognitivas e na Força Muscular

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of dual task multimodal physical training (MPT) on the cognitive functions and muscle strength in older adults with AD. Participants were 19 subjects with AD in the mild and moderate stages, divided into training group (TG) and control group (CG). The TG performed dual task MPT for 12 weeks. Subjects were evaluated at the pre- and post-intervention moments. The Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE), Clock Drawing Test (CDT) and Frontal Assessment Battery (FAB) were used to assess cognition. For muscle strength, the Chair Lift and Sit Test (CLST) and Manual Grasp Force (MGF) were used. The Wilcoxon test was used to analyze pre and post intragroup moments. The TG showed a significant improvement in FAB and CLST (p≤0.05) and a tendency to improve the MMSE score (p≤0.08). The CG showed significant improvement in CLST (p≤0.05). Dual task MPT improves the frontal cognitive functions and lower limb muscle strength of older adults with AD.

Resumo Objetivou-se avaliar os efeitos do treinamento físico multimodal (TFM) com dupla tarefa nas funções cognitivas e força muscular de idosos com DA. Participaram 19 indivíduos com DA no estágio leve e moderado, divididos em grupo treinamento (GT) e grupo controle (GC). O GT realizou TFM com dupla tarefa por 12 semanas. Os idosos foram avaliados no momento pré e pós-intervenção. Para avaliação da cognição foram utilizados o Mini Exame do Estado Mental (MEEM), Teste do Desenho do Relógio (TDR) e Bateria de Avaliação Frontal (BAF). Para a força muscular o Teste de Levantar e Sentar da Cadeira (TLSC) e Força de Preensão Manual (FPM). O teste de Wilcoxon foi utilizado para analisar os momentos pré e pós-intragrupos. O GT apresentou melhora significativa na BAF e TLSC (p≤0,05) e tendência de melhora no escore do MEEM (p≤0,08). O GC apresentou melhora significativa no TLSC (p≤0,05). O TFM com dupla tarefa melhorou as funções cognitivas frontais e a força muscular de membros inferiores de idosos com DA.

Relation of common mental disorder, physical activity and body mass index in women, population-based study / Relação entre transtorno mental comum, nível de atividade física e índice de massa corporal em mulheres, estudo de base populacional

ABSTRACT The literature has shown an increased prevalence of common mental disorder over the years, especially among women. Carrying out population surveys to investigate the prevalence of psychological morbidity and associated factors are relevant, allowing early identification of cases to suggest and/or forward to appropriate intervention strategies. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) and verify its relationship with physical activity levels (PAL), body mass index (BMI) and economic / demographic variables in adult and elderly women in Uberaba, Minas Gerais. The population sample (multistage and probabilistic) consisted by 1520 women. Data collection was carried out through home interviews. For investigation of the CMD it was used the Self-Report Questionnaire; the PAL was measured by long version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire; to calculate BMI it was measured height and weight. The prevalence of CMD was 29.67%, no significant associations with PAL and BMI. On the other hand, CMD was associated with economic disadvantages (low income and low education) and sociodemographic questions (married and not to be the head of family).

RESUMO A literatura tem apontado um aumento da prevalência de Transtorno Mental Comum ao longo dos anos, especialmente entre o público feminino. A realização de levantamentos populacionais que investiguem a prevalência desta morbidade psíquica e fatores a ela associados mostra-se relevante, permitindo identificar precocemente os casos e sugerir e/ou encaminhar para estratégias de intervenção apropriadas. O objetivo do estudo foi estimar a prevalência de transtorno mental comum (TMC) e verificar sua relação com níveis de atividade física (NAF), índice de massa corporal (IMC) e variáveis sociodemográficas e econômicas, em mulheres adultas e idosas de Uberaba, Minas Gerais. A amostra populacional (probabilística em múltiplos estágios) foi composta por 1520 mulheres. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de entrevistas domiciliares. Para investigação dos TMC foi utilizada a escala Self-Report Questionnaire; para o NAF utilizou-se a versão longa do Questionário Internacional de Atividade Física; para cálculo do IMC mensurou-se peso e altura. A prevalência de TMC foi de 29,67%, sem associações significativas com o NAF e o IMC. Por outro lado, encontra-se associada às desvantagens socioeconômicas (baixa renda e baixa escolaridade) e a questões sociodemográficas (estar em união e não ser chefe de família).

Acute effects of neural mobilization and infrared on the mechanics of the median nerve.

[Purpose] This study analyzed the acute effects of infrared and neural mobilization on the median nerve on the range of elbow extension of the dominant limb. [Subjects and Methods] Forty participants from university, neurologically asymptomatic, 12 males and 28 females (22.8 ± 1.9 years), were randomly divided into four groups: Group 1 (control) rested for 25 minutes in the supine position; Group 2 received the specific neural mobilization for the median nerve; Group 3 received an application of infrared for 15 minutes on the forearm; Group 4 received the same application of infrared followed by neural mobilization. The goniometric parameters of elbow extension were evaluated after the intervention. [Results] Significant differences of extension value were observed between Group 1 and Group 3 (15.75 degrees), and between Group 1 and Group 4 (14.60 degrees), and the average higher in Group 3 (26.35 degrees). [Conclusion] This research provides new experimental evidence that NM in relation to superficial heat produces an immediate effect on elbow range of motion versus NM isolated.

Motion sickness prevalence in school children.

UNLABELLED: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of motion sickness in schoolchildren and related the finding to the postural balance and quality of life. A population-based cross-sectional study was carried out with 831 children aged 7 to 12 years. The frequency of motion sickness was evaluated based on the Motion Sickness Susceptibility Questionnaire-Short (MSSQ-short). Postural balance was assessed using the Romberg test under different sensory conditions. The Dizziness Handicap Inventory was used in order to assess the quality of life. The statistical analyses were performed using the chi-square, Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney, and Spearman correlation tests. The prevalence of motion sickness was 43.4 % in car, 43.2 % on bus, 11.7 % on park swing, and 11.6 % on Ferris wheel. Mean unadjusted scores on the MSSQ-short ranged from 5.0 (SE = 0.5) for 10-year-olds to 6.8 (SE = 0.5) for 9-year-olds. The most prevalent symptoms following the balance tests were dizziness (89.2 %), vertigo (54.9 %), headache (10.6 %), and nausea (8.2 %). Significant correlations were found between the MSSQ-short score and all postural balance tests. Significant correlations were found between the MSSQ and modified DHI (Dizziness Handicap Inventory) at all ages. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of motion sickness in schoolchildren is greater when in a car or on a bus. An association was found between motion sickness and postural balance tests and motion sickness and quality of life.

Características da dor no ombro após acidente vascular encefálico e perfil de pacientes de Diamantina/MG / Characteristics of shoulder pain after stroke and profile of patients of Diamantina/MG

O Acidente Vascular Encefálico (AVE) é considerado umproblema de saúde pública, podendo gerar sequelas permanentesque levam à limitação funcional e afastamento do trabalho. A dorno ombro é uma das complicações mais comuns após o AVE; temetiologia multifatorial e está associada à má qualidade de vida, piorprognóstico e hospitalização prolongada. O presente estudo teve porobjetivo geral traçar o perfil, com ênfase na dor no ombro após AVE,dos pacientes com este diagnóstico na cidade de Diamantina/MG. Osinstrumentos utilizados nos 52 pacientes estudados foram: formuláriosemiestruturado, contendo dados pessoais e referentes ao AVE; MiniExame do Estado Mental (Mini-Mental) e Escala Visual Analógica(EVA). Tais instrumentos foram selecionados por serem padrão ouronas suas áreas de investigação e por atenderem adequadamente aosobjetivos do trabalho. Testes ortopédicos foram selecionados para avaliaçãoespecífica de padrões no complexo articular do ombro. Comoresultado notou-se: Neer (38,5%); Rowe (17,3%); Speed (38,5%) eApreensão (9,6%), bem como significativa relação entre sensibilidadee EVA (p = 0,026). Observou-se uma maior prevalência de AVE empacientes do sexo masculino (51,9%), idade avançada (26,9%) ebaixa escolaridade (67,3%). A dor no ombro teve alta prevalência(61,5%) e correlação significativa com alteração de sensibilidade tátilno ombro comprometido (13,5%). Conclui-se que há a necessidadede implantação de medidas preventivas e de promoção da saúde comfoco no AVE, bem como intervenções precoces visando a prevençãoda dor no ombro advinda desta condição.

Stroke is considered an important public health problem andcan cause permanent sequelae that lead to functional limitationand absence from work. Shoulder pain is one of the most commoncomplications after stroke, has a multifactorial etiology and isassociated with poor quality of life, poor prognosis and prolongedhospitalization. This study aimed to profile, with emphasis inshoulder pain after stroke, patients with this diagnosis in the city ofDiamantina/MG. The sample consisted of 52 patients. The instrumentsused were semi-structured form with personal data relating tostroke, Mini Mental State Examination (Mini-Mental) and VisualAnalogue Scale (VAS). The orthopedic tests that were positive were:Neer (38.5%); Rowe (17.3%); Speed (38.5%) and Apprehension(9.6%), and significant relationship between sensitivity and VAS (p= 0.026). There was a higher prevalence of stroke in males (51.9%),elderly (26.9%) and low education (67.3%). Shoulder pain hadhigh prevalence (61.5%) and significant correlation with changesin tactile sensitivity shoulder compromised (13.5%). We concludedthat there is a need for preventive measures and health promotionfocused on stroke as well as early interventions aimed at preventionof shoulder pain arising from this condition.