Effect of physical activity on the relationship between adiposity and cardiac autonomic modulation in female breast cancer survivors: a longitudinal study.

This longitudinal study aimed to analyze the influence of physical activity (PA) on the relationship between body adiposity and cardiac autonomic modulation (CAM) in women survivors of breast cancer. We collected body adiposity through electrical bioimpedance considering body fat percentage (BFP), CAM through heart rate variability (considering RMSSD, SDNN, PNN50, LF (m2), HF (m2), SD1 indexes and SD1/SD2 ratio) and PA through a questionnaire in 64 participants (58.0 ± 9.6 years), recruited through the local association of support for breast cancer and by direct indications from city mastologists. After insertion of PA into the multivariate statistical model, significant attenuation was observed in the relationship between body adiposity and CAM for the indices: SDNN (ß = -0.94; 95 percent CI: -1.93; 0.04; p = .060) and SD1/SD2 (ß = -0.01;95 percent CI = -0.02; 0.001; p = .065). In conclusion, it was observed that PA was able to mitigate the relationships between BFP and CAM (considering SDNN index and SD1/SD2 ratio) in breast cancer survivors.

Association Between Physical Activity Levels in Different Domains and Cardiac Autonomic Modulation in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Cross-sectional Study.

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer survivors frequently present cardiac autonomic dysfunction. Physical activity (PA) has been associated with better cardiac autonomic modulation (CAM) in breast cancer survivors. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to analyze the association between CAM and PA levels performed in different domains (work and occupation, sport and exercise, and leisure time and commuting) in breast cancer survivors. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study with 99 breast cancer survivors (age, 55.3 ± 10.4 years). Cardiac autonomic modulation was assessed by heart rate variability, and PA levels at work and occupation, sport and exercise, and leisure time and commuting were assessed using the Baecke PA questionnaire. The sum of these 3 domains provided the total PA. The Mann-Whitney test was used to compare CAM between active and inactive women in different domains of PA. RESULTS: Cardiac autonomic modulation was similar between active and inactive women in the different domains ( P > .05). However, when considering the total PA, active breast cancer survivors presented higher SDNN (average standard deviation of all normal RR intervals) (20.0 ± 13.4 vs 28.8 ± 14.0; P = .008) and SD2 (standard deviation of the long-term intervals between consecutive heartbeats) indices (29.2 ± 17.3 vs 38.7 ± 19.9; P = .005) compared with their inactive counterparts. CONCLUSION: Breast cancer survivors with higher total PA presented better CAM compared with their less active peers. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: The results of this study are promising and show the importance of increasing PA levels in different domains for the maintenance of cardiovascular health among breast cancer survivors.

Efeitos de um tratamento baseado em exercícios em grupo para pessoas com osteoartrite sobre as variáveis dor, funcionalidade, qualidade de vida e flexibilidade / Effects of a treatment based on group exercises for people with osteoarthritis on the variables pain, functionality, quality of life and flexibility

Introdução: Estudos têm mostrado que a prática de exercícios físicos é recomendada para diminuição dos sintomas de indivíduos com osteoartrite (OA). Objetivo: O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar o efeito da utilização de um protocolo de intervenção realizado em grupo, sobre as variáveis dor, função, qualidade de vida e flexibilidade em indivíduos com OA de joelho e/ou quadril. Métodos: Foram incluídos no estudo 15 participantes, com idade igual ou superior a 50 anos com diagnóstico de OA de quadril e/ou joelho. O protocolo foi realizado duas vezes por semana, totalizando 10 sessões, com objetivos pré-definidos para cada semana, sendo realizada uma avaliação antes e após a intervenção. Para a avaliação foi utilizada EVA para dor, questionário LEFS e TSL para avaliar funcionalidade, teste de sentar e alcançar para flexibilidade e questionário SF-12 para avaliação da qualidade de vida. Resultados: Observou-se melhora significativa nos valores da dor em movimento (p = 0,005) e na funcionalidade pelo TSL (p = 0,003). Conclusão: É possível observar o efeito do protocolo aplicado sobre os parâmetros de dor em movimento e funcionalidade, destacando redução significativa da dor em atividades que envolvam o movimento, e maior independência.

Comparison of Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Survivors with and without Persistent Depressive Symptoms: A 12-Month Follow-Up Study.

Although breast cancer treatments reduce mortality, their adverse effects can increase depression which impacts one's quality of life (QoL). Physical activity (PA) seems to improve the QoL of breast cancer survivors (BCS). However, an unanswered question is the influence of PA on the QoL in BCS with depressive symptoms. Thus, we analyzed the influence of PA on the QoL in BCS with persistent depressive symptoms during 12 months of follow-up. The sample included 70 female BCS. Depression and QoL domains (i.e., functional capacity, physical limitations, body pain, general health status, vitality, social and emotional aspects, and mental health) were assessed at baseline and follow-up periods by the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and SF-36, respectively. Habitual PA was assessed by Baecke's questionnaire. Our results indicate a prevalence of 17.1% of depressive symptoms. Non-depressives BCS improved their physical limitations and general health status domains over time, but there were no observed differences in depressive BCS. BCS with persistent depressive symptoms (baseline and follow-up) showed worse QoL scores than non-depressives in all domains, regardless of confounding factors. When adjusted for PA, the difference between BCS depressives and non-depressives lost its significance in the functional capacity domain. In conclusion, habitual PA practice positively influenced the functional capacity domain of the QoL in BCS.

Análise baropodométrica de indivíduos com doença de Parkinson / Baropodometric analysis of individuals with Parkinson's disease

Introdução: A Doença de Parkinson (DP) apresenta uma característica assimétrica em sua maior parte, além disso um distúrbio do controle postural também pode ser evidenciado. Com isso, análises na distribuição de massa e pressão plantar se apresentam importantes, e como ferramenta para essas avaliações temos a plataforma de baropodometria como um recurso de análise quantitativa. Objetivo: Analisar a pressão plantar e distribuição de massa de indivíduos com DP, de forma estática utilizando uma plataforma de baropodometria eletrônica. Métodos: Foram incluídos no estudo 18 voluntários, 10 deles com diagnóstico médico de DP, grupo experimental (DP), e 8 indivíduos sem diagnóstico de DP, grupo controle (GC). Inicialmente foram questionados sobre informações sociodemográficas e posteriormente submetidos a uma avaliação das variáveis antropométricas (altura e peso) e da pressão plantar na plataforma de baropodometria eletrônica FootWalk Pro. Resultados: Os indivíduos com DP apresentaram pressão máxima maior do lado esquerdo (p = 0,017*) e uma porcentagem de massa maior do lado direito (p = 0,026*). Na distribuição de massas houve uma diferença estatisticamente significante entre os grupos (DP > lado esquerdo; GC > lado direito; p = 0,042*). Conclusão: Essa população apresenta, quando submetidos a avaliação na plataforma eletrônica de pressão, alterações na distribuição da pressão plantar e divisão de massas.

Avaliação do centro de gravidade por baropodometria e sua influência sobre a funcionalidade de indivíduos com doença de Parkinson

Introdução: Na Doença de Parkinson (DP), o centro de gravidade (CG) tende a deslocar-se do eixo central do corpo, dificultando a realização de movimentos compensatórios que restabelecem o equilíbrio, diretamente relacionado a funcionalidade motora. Objetivo: Este estudo, de carater prospectivo, objetivou comparar o CG e a funcionalidade motora de indivíduos com DP. Métodos: Foi utilizada a Escala Unificada de Avaliação da Doença de Parkinson (UPDRS) para avaliar a funcionalidade e a plataforma de baropodometria eletrônica FootWalk Pro para avaliar o CG, a intervenção foi realizada através do telemonitoramento num período de 8 semanas com o envio de vídeos. Resultados: Os resultados mostraram que indivíduos com DP que apresentam menor pontuação na UPDRS (p = 0,857) não apresentaram um melhor CG esquerdo (p = 0,442) e direito (0,377). Conclusão: Conclui-se que não houve diferenças significativas num comparativo entre as avaliações, mas destaca-se a importância de boas avaliações para que se busque a melhor intervenção para chegar a melhores resultados.

Association between cardiac autonomic modulation and sedentary behavior in breast cancer survivors: a 12-month cohort study.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze the longitudinal influence of sitting time (ST) on cardiac autonomic modulation (CAM) and resting heart rate (RHR) in a 12-month cohort of 67 breast cancer survivors. METHODS: CAM was assessed by heart rate variability with heart monitor which also assessed RHR, and ST was self-reported. The relationship between the variables was analyzed by the Pearson correlation and its magnitude by linear regression. RESULTS: At baseline, no associations were found between ST and CAM or RHR. In the delta analyses, a decrease in RMSSD, SD1, and HF(ms2) was associated with sitting time. At 12-month follow-up, there was an increase in the ST and a decrease in RHR. ST was negatively related with CAM (RMSSD, PNN50, and SD1), but no association was observed between ST and RHR. CONCLUSION: The increase in ST was associated with worsening of CAM after 12-month follow-up. Promoting reduction in ST will be an important strategy against cardiovascular impairment in breast cancer survivors.

Avaliação de neurônios mioentéricos NADPH-diaforase positivos do íleo de ratos diabéticos suplementados com Acetil-L-Carnitina / Evaluation of positive NADPH-diaphorase myenteric neurons in diabetic rats supplemented with Acetyl-L-Carnitine

Objetivou-se avaliar a suplementação com acetil-L-carnitina (ALC) sobre os neurônios mioentéricos do íleo de ratos após a indução de diabetes. Foram usados animais diabéticos suplementados com ALC (DC), diabéticos (D), normoglicêmicos suplementados com ALC (CC) e normoglicêmicos (C). Neurônios NADPH-d foram quantificados e mensurados. Observou-se redução na glicemia e na ingestão de água no grupo DC. A densidade neuronal em 12,72mm² de íleo foi semelhante nos quatro grupos (p>0,05): DC (558,8 ± 220,2), D (513,4 ± 72,01), CC (645,2 ± 144,9) e C (934 ± 248,5). A área média do corpo celular dos neurônios (µm²) nos animais diabéticos, DC (303,9 ± 114,2) e D (285,4 ± 111,8), foram maiores que nos grupos normoglicêmicos, CC (173,6 ± 53,78) e C (158,4 ± 53,73). A área do íleo (mm²) também mostrou-se maior nos animais dos grupos diabéticos, DC (190,96) e D (171,62) quando comparados aos normoglicêmicos: CC (138,04) e C (130,06). Entretanto no grupo DC, ambas as áreas foram maiores que no D (P<0,05). Assim, pode se inferir discreto incremento na população neuronal. Os dados indicaram que a ALC não interferiu nos mecanismos que promovem aumento na produção de óxido nítrico (NO) pelos neurônios mioentéricos do íleo e que a maior dilatação do íleo no grupo DC poderia ser resultante de efeito colateral da dose de carnitina empregada.

The objective was to evaluate supplementation with acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) on myenteric neurons of the ileum of rats after induction of diabetes. Diabetic animals supplemented with ALC (DC), diabetic (D), normoglycemic animals supplemented with ALC (CC) and normoglycemic (C) were used. NADPH-d neurons were quantified and measured. There was a reduction in blood glucose and water intake in the DC group. The neuronal density in 12.72mm² of ileum was similar in the four groups (p>0.05): DC (558.8 ± 220.2), D (513.4 ± 72.01), CC (645.2 ± 144.9) and C (934 ± 248.5). The mean cell body area of neurons (µm²) in diabetic animals, DC (303.9 ± 114.2) and D (285.4 ± 111.8), were greater than in the normoglycemic groups, CC (173.6 ± 53.78) and C (158.4 ± 53.73). The ileum area (mm²) was larger in animals of the diabetic groups, CD (190.96) and D (171.62) compared to the normoglycemic groups: CC (138.04) and C (130.04). However, in the DC group, both areas were larger than in D (p<0.05). Thus, a slight increase in neuronal population can be inferred. The data indicated that ALC did not interfere with mechanisms that promote an increase in the production of nitric oxide (NO) by myenteric neurons of the ileum and that the greater dilation of the ileum in the DC group could be the result of a side effect of the dose of carnitine used.

Physical activity domains are differently related with quality of life in breast cancer survivors: a cross-sectional study.

OBJECTIVES: Treatments for breast cancer (BC) can lead to physical and mental impairments which may affect quality of life (QoL). Physical activity (PA) is highly recommended for this population due to its protective effect against BC relapse and its ability to reduce the health impact of treatment. However, it is not clear whether the different domains of PA are associated with better QoL of BC survivors. The current study aimed to verify the relationship between different PA domains with QoL of BC survivors. METHODS: The sample consisted of 128 women BC survivors, with a mean age of 58.2 ±â€Š9.7 years. QoL was assessed using the Short-Form Health Survey questionnaire (SF-36) and PA was verified through the Baecke questionnaire, in domains of occupation, sports practice, and leisure time/commuting. The relationship between QoL and different PA domains was verified by linear regression, adjusted by age, marital status, and socioeconomic condition. RESULTS: Occupational PA was negatively related to physical limitations [ß= -15.36 (-29.04 to -1.68] and body pain [ß=-6.61 (-14.53 to 1.31) marginal association]. Sports practice was positively related to functional capacity [ß= 4.24 (0.60 to 7.88)]. Leisure time/commuting PA was positively related to functional capacity [ß = 7.17 (3.09 to 11.26)], vitality [ß = 4.30 (0.39 to 8.22)], social aspects [ß= 5.47 (0.80 to 10.15)], and mental health [ß = 4.08 (0.40 to 7.75)]. CONCLUSIONS: Sports practice and leisure time/commuting PA were positively related to QoL in BC survivors, while occupational PA was negatively related to QoL, independently of age, marital status, and socioeconomic condition.

Relationship of anxiety and depression symptoms with the different domains of physical activity in breast cancer survivors.

Background Physical activity (PA) has shown benefits in the mental health of breast cancer (BC) survivors. However, it is unclear if different domains of PA are related to the emotional well-being of this population. The objective of this study was to verify the relationship between different domains of PA [occupational, exercise/sport participation and leisure time/commuting] with symptoms of anxiety and depression in BC survivors. Methods It is a cross-sectional study, composed of 128 women breast cancer survivor, in which the socioeconomic class was evaluated through the questionnaire of the Brazilian Association of Research Companies (ABEP), PA level was evaluated through the Baecke questionnaire, and, symptoms of anxiety and depression were evaluated through the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Results It was verified that occupational PA related to anxiety (B = 1.44 [95% CI: 0.11; 2.76]) and leisure time/commuting PA was negatively related to depression (B=-0.99 [95% CI: -1.64;-0.34]), even after adjustment of analysis by age, marital status, and socioeconomic status. There was no correlation between exercise/sport participation with scores of anxiety and depression in BC survivors. Physical activity at leisure time/commuting was negatively related with depression in BC survivors with mastectomy (B=-1.20 [95% CI:-1.92; -0.47). Limitations The difficulty of recruiting the studied population and the absence of subsidy for participation in the study are factors to be considerate. Conclusions Occupational PA may not to be indicated in the management of emotional disorders in BC survivors; however, leisure time/commuting may be recommended to contribute to the mental well-being of this population.

Effects of group kinesiotherapy on primary and secondary symptoms of osteoarthrosis

The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of a specific, kinesiotherapy-based rehabilitation program on the various symptoms of osteoarthrosis (OA), following group treatment. Thirty-one individuals, of both sexes, aged over 50 years and with medical diagnosis of OA, underwent 16 sessions, twice a week, totaling eight weeks, of a specific rehabilitation protocol based on group kinesiotherapy. Primary OA symptoms were assessed (directly related to the disease: OA symptoms, trunk flexibility, balance and pain), and so were secondary ones (indirectly related to the disease: signs of depression and anxiety, and quality of life). Data were tested through Student's t test or Wilcoxon's test, and contingencies of categorical data were analyzed using McNemar's test. There was an improvement in all primary symptoms of OA after the kinesiotherapy protocol was applied. Signs of anxiety and depression improved only in contingency, when risk stratification was taken into account. In addition, physical components of quality of life also showed improvement, which did not occur with mental components though. Therefore, the kinesiotherapy-based rehabilitation program was capable of positively influencing all primary symptoms, and only some aspects of secondary OA symptoms.

Terapia morfoanalítica nos transtornos de sintomas somáticos / Morphoanalytic therapy in somatic symptom disorders / Terapia morfoanalítica en los trastornos de síntomas somáticos

A Terapia Morfoanalítica (TM) é uma terapia psicocorporal analítica que possibilita a integração das experiências psicoafetivas a partir do corpo. Permite compreender o componente psíquico da manifestação física, bem como a somatização do fenômeno psíquico. Este estudo objetivou avaliar o efeito da TM em pessoas com transtornos de sintomas somáticos, além de observar o impacto desta terapia na vida pessoal destes indivíduos. Trata-se de um Estudo de Caso de dois indivíduos. Foram realizadas 24 sessões de TM, uma vez por semana, com duração de uma hora. As avaliações constituíram-se de coleta de dados pessoais e antropométricos, nível de dor e flexibilidade muscular, bem como avaliação da presença de ansiedade, depressão e alexitimia, por meio de questionários. Também foi realizada avaliação da modulação autonômica. A evolução psicoemocional foi acompanhada no decorrer de todo tratamento morfoanalítico. A eficácia da TM foi observada tanto nos índices emocionais, quanto físicos. Isso demonstra a efetividade desta modalidade terapêutica, que associa os trabalhos corporais com o trabalho verbal analítico, na melhor integração psicossomática.

Morphoanalytic Therapy (MT) is an analytical psycho-corporal therapy that enables the integration of psycho-affective experiences from the body. It allows us to understand the psychic component of physical manifestation as well as the somatization of the psychic phenomenon. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of MT in people with somatic symptom disorder, in addition to observe the impact of this therapy on the personal life of these individuals. This is a case study of two individuals. Twenty-four MT sessions were performed once a week, lasting one hour each. The evaluations consisted of personal and anthropometric data collection, pain level and muscular flexibility, as well as of the presence of anxiety, depression and alexithymia, through questionnaires. Autonomic modulation was also evaluated. The psychoemotional evolution was followed during all morphoanalytic treatment. The efficacy of MT was observed in emotional and physical indexes. This demonstrates the effectiveness of this therapeutic modality, which associates bodily works with analytical verbal work, in the best psychosomatic integration.

La Terapia Morfoanalítica (TM) es una terapia psico-corporal analítica que posibilita la integración de las experiencias psico-afectivas desde el cuerpo. Permite la comprensión del componente psíquico de la manifestación física, así como la somatización del fenómeno psíquico. Este estudio objetivó evaluar el efecto de la TM en personas con trastorno de síntomas somáticos, además de observar el impacto de esta terapia en la vida personal de estos individuos. Se trata de un estudio de caso de dos individuos. Se realizaron 24 sesiones de TM, una vez por semana, con una duración de una hora. Las evaluaciones se constituyeron de recolección de datos personales y antropométricos, nivel de dolor y flexibilidad muscular, así como evaluación de la presencia de ansiedad, depresión y alexitimia, por medio de cuestionarios. También se realizó una evaluación de la modulación autonómica. La evolución psicoemocional fue acompañada en el transcurso de todo tratamiento morfoanalítico. La eficacia de la TM fue observada tanto en los índices emocionales, como físicos. Esto demuestra la efectividad de esta modalidad terapéutica, que asocia los trabajos corporales con el trabajo verbal analítico, en la mejor integración psicosomática.

Body dissatisfaction and its relationship with overweight, sedentary behavior and physical activity in survivors of breast cancer.

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to verify the prevalence of body satisfaction in breast cancer survivors and the association of this variable with overweight, sedentary behavior and physical activity in this population. STUDY DESIGN: This is a cross-sectional study realized in Presidente Prudente-Brazil. Breast cancer survivors participated in this study. Questionnaires were used to obtain data on socioeconomic status, body dissatisfaction, sedentary behavior and level of physical activity. The association between body dissatisfaction and the independent variables was verified through binary logistic regression in the unadjusted model and model adjusted by socioeconomic level. RESULTS: A total of 102 breast cancer survivors participated in this study with a mean age of 58.2 (±10.3) years. The prevalence of body dissatisfaction was 75.7%. Body dissatisfaction was higher in women with higher BMI (pvalue = 0.003) and in woman with high sedentary behavior (p-value = 0.049). Women with overweight had 7.87 times more chance of presenting body dissatisfaction. Women who reported hormone therapy were approximately 3 times more likely to be dissatisfacted with their body. CONCLUSION: Body dissatisfaction was associated with lower age, high sedentary behavior and overweight in breast cancer survivors in the unadjusted analysis. When adjusted for socioeconomic status, only the variables of overweight and hormone therapy were associated with body dissatisfaction.

Agreement analysis of oscillometric devices in the measure of resting heart rate in breast cancer survivors.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to verify the reproducibility of an oscillometric device in the measurement of resting heart rate (RHR) in breast cancer survivors. METHODS: This study included 85 breast cancer survivors with a mean age of 58.87±10.03 years. For the RHR evaluation, the equipment used was the Omron HEM 742, electronic and digital arm device, for measurement of blood pressure and heart rate (HR), with automatic cuff inflation and deflation. At the same time as the oscillometric measurement, HR was measured by the HR monitor Polar RS800 CX, which has been validated previously for HR uptake. The HR value obtained by the cardiofrequency meter was registered at the same time that the Omron device measured blood pressure and HR values. RESULTS: It was observed that the RHR values were very close in both devices and that the correlation values and intraclass correlation coefficient were high. These results were replicated when the female breast cancer survivors were stratified by age group. The agreement values presented by the Bland-Altman analysis showed good values; both for the entire sample and stratified by age, few cases were outside beyond 95% confidence interval range. CONCLUSION: The present study showed that the oscillometric device used presented good values of reproducibility in the detection of RHR values in breast cancer survivors compared with a cardiac monitor.

Idiopathic scoliosis: Static analysis of the influence of shim use on postural angles / Escoliose Idiopática: Análise estática da influência do uso de calço nos ângulos posturais

Abstract Introduction: Scoliosis is characterized as a three-dimensional deformity. In this scenario, the use of shims can promote correction of postural imbalances. Objective: To verify the static changes associated with unilateral manipulation of shims in idiopathic scoliosis. Methods: Two experimental groups composed of participants with scoliosis with double and single curves, and a control group of participants without scoliosis. 10 reflective markers were used, filmed for 15 seconds in the static position in three conditions (no shim; low shim of 1 cm, and high shim of 3 cm) on the right and left foot. The following postural angles were calculated: alpha 1, alpha 2, alpha 3, and alpha 4. Results: There were differences in the shim condition between the control group (CG) and experimental scoliosis with "S" (GES) for alpha 2 and 4 and Scoliosis "C" (GEC) for alpha 2. For shims under the right foot, there were differences between the control group and GES for alpha 4 and the GEC for alpha 1, 2 and 4, and between shims for the GES for alpha 3 and 4. Shims under the left foot were responsible for significant differences between the control group and the GES and GEC groups. Conclusion: These static postural changes indicate that scoliosis curves show adaptability and postural reorganization in response to manipulation with shims, and the greatest influence is seen in the lower segments, both in simple and double curves. According to the results it is concluded that residual scoliotic curvatures have flexibility that allows postural adjustment with shims.

Resumo Introdução: A escoliose é caracterizada como uma deformidade tridimensional. Neste cenário, o uso de calços pode promover correções de assimetrias posturais. Objetivo: Verificar as alterações estáticas associadas com manipulações unilaterais de calços na escoliose idiopática. Métodos: Dois grupos experimentais compostos de participantes com escoliose de curvas duplas e simples, e um grupo controle de participantes sem escoliose. Foram utilizados 10 marcadores reflexivos, filmados durante 15 segundos na posição estática em três condições (sem calço; com calço baixo de 1 cm; e alto de 3 cm) sob o pé direito e esquerdo. Foram calculados ângulos posturais: alfa 1, alfa 2, alfa 3 e alfa 4. Resultados: Houve diferenças na condição sem calço, entre grupos controle (GC) e experimental com escoliose em "S" (GES) para alfa 2 e 4 e com escoliose em "C" (GEC) para alfa 2. Calços sob o pé direito, houve diferenças entre os grupos controle e GES para alfa 4 e GEC para alfa 1, 2 e 4, e entre calços para GES para alfa 3 e 4. Calços sob o pé esquerdo foram responsáveis por diferenças significantes entre grupos controle e GES e GEC. Conclusão: Estas alterações posturais estáticas indicam que curvas escolióticas apresentam capacidade de adaptação e reorganização postural em resposta à manipulação dos calços, sendo que a maior influência é observada nos segmentos inferiores, tanto em curvas simples como duplas. De acordo com os resultados observados, conclui-se que as curvaturas escolióticas apresentam flexibilidade residual que permite ajustes posturais na presença de calços.

Relationship between amputation and risk factors in individuals with diabetes mellitus: A study with Brazilian patients.

Individuals with diabetes develop lower extremity amputation for several reasons. Investigations into pathways to the development of complications are important both for treatment and prevention. AIM: To evaluate the relationship between amputation and risk factors in people with diabetes mellitus. MATERIALS AND METHOD: All participants included in this study (n=165) were recruited from the Diabetic Foot Program, developed in a Brazilian University, over seven years (2007-2014) and all information for this study was extracted from their clinical records. RESULTS: The prevalence of amputation in patients with diabetes with four risk factors was up to 20% higher when compared to those with only one risk factor. The main predictive risk factors for amputation in this population were the presence of an ulcer and smoking. CONCLUSION: The risk factors for amputation can be predicted for people with diabetes mellitus and, in the present study, the main factors were the presence of an ulcer and the smoking habit.

Vasculopathy associated with peripheral neuropathy in gait parameters of diabetic people

Abstract Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a common complication of diabetes mellitus when glycemic levels are poorly controlled. Sometimes DPN is accompanied by vasculopathy (DPV), which can worsen the clinical prognosis. The aim of this study was to analyze the gait parameters of nondiabetic individuals and diabetic individuals with DPN with or without DPV. METHOD The study included 68 individuals (50 to 65 years old) divided into three groups: people without diabetes mellitus (n = 33), diabetic patients with DPN (n = 18), and diabetic patients with both DPN and DVP (n = 17). The participants underwent a gait evaluation using electronic baropodometry to obtain the single and double support, velocity, and pressure-time integral. RESULTS The pressure-time integral, velocity, and single support variables were lower, and the double support and double support/single support ratio were higher in the diabetic neuropathy and vasculopathy group. The velocity was lower the greater the degree of impairment of the diabetic foot. Some correlations were identified with velocity. CONCLUSION In diabetic individuals, there was a significant worsening of the gait parameters analyzed according to increasing degree of clinical impairment.

The relationship between post-operative time and cardiac autonomic modulation in breast cancer survivors.

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Breast cancer survivors present autonomic dysfunction when evaluated by their heart rate variability (HRV). The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between post-operative time and cardiac autonomic modulation in breast cancer survivors and compare these values to those of women without cancer. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study consisting of 45 women from 35 to 70years old. These women were divided into two after breast cancer groups (BCG1 and BCG2) and a control group (CG). Group BCG1 consisted of women who had undergone breast cancer surgery within the last 18months and BCG2 those whose postoperative periods were more than 18months. The control group was formed by cancer-free women. HRV indices were used in the time and the frequency domain and geometric indexes. RESULTS: The indices in millisecond, RMSSD (BCG1=19.83; BCG2=14.99; CG=31.46), SD1 (BCG1=14.03; BCG2=10.61; CG=22.27), SD2 (BCG1=39.17; BCG2=35.28; CG=61.16), SDNN (BCG1=29.58; BCG2=26.12; CG=46.36) and HF in milliseconds squared (BCG1=194.2; BCG2=91.07; CG=449.4) showed statistically significant reductions in the breast cancer groups compared to the CG (p≤0.0001). Lower SD1 index values were observed when comparing BCG2 to BCG1. CONCLUSIONS: Breast cancer survivors regardless of their postoperative period exhibited a decrease in overall variability and both sympathetic and parasympathetic activity when compared to women without the disease. The group with the longer postoperative period manifested more pronounced autonomic modulation changes.

Influence of side-shift therapy associated or not with a shoe lift on idiopathic scoliosis / Influência da inclinação lateral associado ou não ao calço na escoliose idiopática

Abstract Introduction: The benefits of side-shift therapy associated with a shoe lift in scoliosis can act by reorganizing the asymmetries found in these individuals. The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of side-shift therapy with or without a high or low shoe lift in patients with idiopathic scoliosis. Materials and Methods: 10 individuals of both genders, aged 13-24 years, were selected, with scoliosis "S" and right thoracic and left lumbar greater than 10º. Initially the order of the task was static and then dynamic, after which there was a draw for the conditions with the shoe lift. The values of postural angles during the five lateral tilt movements were obtained and also the minimum and maximum values of each movement. The average value of postural angle in the static position, without a shoe lift, was used as a reference. Results: The movement associated with the shoe lift demonstrated less significant results compared with the effect of the static shoe lift and the side-shift movements performed in isolation, no significant results in any angle were found. Discussion: Both movements, to the side of the convexity or to the opposite side, seemed to decrease the effect of the shoe lift. The side-shift movement performed in isolation failed to influence the postural angles in general, demonstrating that acute intervention may not be efficient. Conclusion: The influence of side-shift therapy associated with a high or low shoe lift on both sides was effective, but the shoe lift in the static position produced the most significant changes and therefore is considered a better intervention in order to prevent the progression of double curve in patients with idiopathic scoliosis.

Resumo Introdução: Os benefícios dos exercícios de inclinação lateral associado ao calço na escoliose pode atuar reorganizando as assimetrias encontradas nestes indivíduos. O objetivo do estudo foi analisar a influência do movimento de inclinação lateral associado ou não ao calço em indivíduos com escoliose idiopática. Materiais e Métodos: Foram selecionados 10 indivíduos de ambos os gêneros na faixa etária de 13 a 24 anos com escoliose em "S", torácica direita e lombar esquerda maiores que 10º. Inicialmente a ordem da tarefa foi estática e posteriormente dinâmica, após isso houve o sorteio das condições com o calço. Os valores dos ângulos posturais durante os cinco movimentos de inclinação lateral foram obtidos, assim como os valores mínimos e máximos para cada angulo. O valor médio dos ângulos posturais na posição estática, sem calço, foi usado como referência. Resultados: o movimento associado ao calço obteve resultados menos significativos em comparação com o efeito do calço na posição estática e nos movimentos de inclinação lateral realizados isoladamente, não houve resultados significativos em nenhum ângulo. Discussão: o movimento, tanto para o lado da convexidade como para o lado oposto, parece influenciar de maneira a diminuir o efeito do calço isoladamente. O movimento de inclinação lateral realizados isoladamente não conseguiram influenciar nos ângulos posturais de maneira geral, demonstrando que uma intervenção aguda apenas talvez não seja eficiente. Conclusão: A influência do movimento de inclinação lateral associado ao calço alto e baixo em ambos os lados se mostrou eficaz, contudo só o calço na posição estática produziu mudanças mais significativas e, portanto, sendo considerado uma melhor intervenção no sentido de evitar a progressão de curvas duplas em indivíduos com escoliose idiopática.