Effects of mat Pilates on older adult women with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial.

INTRODUCTION: Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder in the world and its incidence is rising, and one of the most frequent causes of pain, loss of function and disability in adults. AIM: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of Mat Pilates on health status, pain, stiffness, and functionality of older adult women with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). METHODS: A randomized-controlled trial to preliminarily test an intervention protocol of Mat Pilates in older women with KOA on health status, pain, stiffness, and functionality. This study included 41 volunteers with age over 40 years, which mean was 52.1 ± 8.9 years, and were allocated into Mat Pilates and control groups. The protocol was developed to be performed in 60 min, twice a week; the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) and the Medical Outcomes Study 36 (SF-36) were used to assess pain, to evaluate functionality and stiffness. RESULTS: The Mat Pilates group significantly improved the functional capacity assessed by SF-36 (33.12 ± 22.03 to 69.37 ± 22.43, p < 0.05), and by WOMAC (29.75 ± 6.92 to 9.75 ± 9.35, p < 0.05). The pain domain also improved in Mat Pilates group assessed by SF-36 (39.50 ± 12.89 to 71.75 ± 18.66, p < 0.05) and by WOMAC (8.00 ± 2.56 to 2.75 ± 3.01, p < 0.05). The total score of WOMAC (41.75 ± 10.39 to 14.25 ± 13.88, p < 0.05), and the general health status assessed by SF-36 (59.44 ± 18.07 to 82.75 ± 12.03, p < 0.05) only improved for Mat Pilates group. No differences were observed in outcomes for the control group in both questionnaires. CONCLUSION: Our results show that Mat Pilates protocol can improve the health status, pain, and functionality of older women with KOA.

Effectiveness of Biofeedback in Individuals with Awake Bruxism Compared to Other Types of Treatment: A Systematic Review.

Excessive masticatory muscle activity is generally present in awake bruxism, which is related to increased anxiety and stress. It has been hypothesized that biofeedback could potentially manage awake bruxism, however, its effectiveness has not been empirically analyzed in a systematic manner. Therefore, this systematic review was designed to determine the effectiveness of biofeedback compared to other therapies in adults with awake bruxism. Extensive searches in five databases looking for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that included biofeedback to manage awake bruxism were targeted. The risk of bias (RoB) assessment was conducted using the Cochrane RoB-2 tool. Overall, four studies were included in this systematic review, all of which used the electromyographic activity of the masticatory muscles during the day and night as the main endpoint. Auditory and visual biofeedback could reduce the excessive level of masticatory muscle activity in a few days of intervention. The majority of the included studies had a high RoB and only one study had a low RoB. The standardization of the biofeedback protocols was also inconsistent, which makes it difficult to establish the ideal protocol for the use of biofeedback in awake bruxism. Thus, it is proposed that future studies seek to reduce methodological risks and obtain more robust samples.

The impact of post-COVID multicomponent rehabilitation / O impacto da reabilitação com multicomponentes no pós-COVID

Abstract Introduction Post-COVID-19 syndrome is characterized by chronic fatigue and myalgia, among other symptoms, which can limit activities of daily living. Physical therapy protocols with multicomponent exercises combine strength, resistance, balance and gait, producing sig-nificant improvements in functional mobility. Objective Evaluate whether multicomponent rehabilitation is effective in improving functional mobility and quality of life in individuals with post-COVID-19 syndrome. Methods Randomized controlled trial with 59 volunteers, divided into an intervention (IG) and control group (CG), all of whom underwent initial assessment (T0). The IG performed 24 sessions over 12 weeks and the CG did not undergo training. Functional mobility was analyzed using the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and the Berg balance scale, while the SF-36 questionnaire assessed quality of life. Results In the 6MWT, the IG covered 464.40 + 81.26 meters (T0) and 518.60 + 82.68 meters (T4). The IG Berg scale scores were 48.00 + 4.00 (T0) and 51.90 + 4.26 (T4). In terms of quality of life, the IG obtained mean scores of 96.26 + 10.14 (T0) and 102.60 + 5.53 (T4). None of these measures was statistically significant. Conclusion Individuals who underwent the multicomponent phys-iotherapy protocol showed statistically nonsignificant increases in the variables studied.

Resumo Introdução A síndrome pós-COVID-19 caracteriza-se por fadiga crônica, mialgia, entre outros sintomas que podem causar limitações na realização das atividades de vida diária. Protocolos de fisioterapia com exercício de multicomponentes combinam força, resistência, equi-líbrio e marcha, e produzem melhorias significativas na mobilidade funcional. Objetivo Avaliar se a reabilitação de multicomponentes é eficaz em promover melhora na mobilidade funcional e qualidade de vida em indivíduos com síndrome pós-COVID-19. Métodos Ensaio clínico randomizado, controlado, realizado com 59 voluntários, divididos em grupo intervenção (GI) e grupo controle (GC). Todos fizeram avaliação inicial (T0); GI realizou 24 sessões durante 12 semanas e GC não realizou treinamento. A análise da mobilidade funcional foi realizada através do teste de caminhada de 6 minutos (TC6m) e da escala de equilíbrio de Berg. O questionário SF-36 avaliou a qualidade de vida. Resultados A distância percorrida no TC6m pelo GI foi de 464,40 + 81,26 metros (T0) e de 518,60 + 82,68 metros (T4). A pontuação na escala de Berg do GI foi de 48,00 + 4,00 (T0) e de 51,90 + 4,26 (T4). Na qualidade de vida, GI apresentou escore com média de 96,26 + 10,14 (T0) e 102,60 + 5,53 (T4). Nenhuma destas medidas foram estatisticamente significantes. Conclusão Os indivíduos que foram submetidos ao protocolo fisioterapêutico de multicomponentes apresentaram incrementos nas variáveis estudadas sem significância estatística.

Whole-Body Vibration Associated with Strength Training on the Lower-Limb Blood Flow and Mobility in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Vascular endothelium insults caused by high serum glucose levels affect the oxygen supply to tissues, via the microvascular endothelium, resulting in an increased perfusion heterogeneity. These insults may lead to the underuse of blood capillaries, while other vessels are overused and effectively overload their oxygen supply capacity, which eventually causes damages to distal parts of the peripheral nervous system. Therefore, the proprioceptive and exteroceptive feedback information will be gradually lost and contribute to a mobility reduction. This study aims to assess the efficacy of whole-body vibration (WBV) associated with strength training (ST) on lower-limb blood flow and mobility in older adults with type 2 diabetes (DM2). Methods and analyses: This is a protocol (1st version) for Pa single-blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial guided by the SPIRIT guidelines. Our sample will consist of 51 older adults with DM2 randomly allocated to three groups: low frequency WBV (16−26 Hz) associated to ST (G1), WBV sham (G2) and nonintervention control (G3). The study protocol is set for a 12-week (three times per week) schedule. Primary outcomes: skin temperature using infrared thermographic imaging (ITI); mean peripheral arterial blood flow velocity (MBF) by a handheld Doppler ultrasound (DU), and functional mobility by Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. Secondary outcomes: quasi-static posture using the DX100 BTS Smart optoelectronic system, and plantar pressure and body balance using the MPS stabilometric platform. Data will be collected and analyzed at baseline and post-intervention, considering p-value < 0.05 level of significance. The analyses will also be conducted with an intention-to-treat method and effect size. Dissemination: All results will be published in peer-reviewed journals as well as presented in conferences.

Perfil de idosos atendidos na fisioterapia em universidade federal entre 2009-2019: estudo retrospectivo / Profile of elderly care in physiotherapy at a federal university between 2009-2019: retrospective study

Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar perfil de idosos atendidos em laboratório de pesquisa em fisioterapia do Recife. Foi um estudo descritivo, longitudinal e retrospectivo que analisou prontuários de pacientes idosos ≥ 60 anos, datados entre 2009-2019. As variáveis coletadas foram sociodemográficas, clínicas e antropométricas, e a análise dos dados foi realizada no SPSS, versão 23.0, utilizando análise descritiva. As variáveis categóricas estão expressas em frequência absoluta e relativa, e as quantitativas em média e desvio padrão. Foram analisados dados de 187 idosos, com média de idade 68,88 ±6,47; 154 (82,4%) eram do sexo feminino; 80 (43%) eram casados e 122 (52%) residiam em Recife. Das cidades da região metropolitana, Jaboatão dos Guararapes apresentou grande concentração dessa população. Os desfechos apresentaram uma população que está acima do peso e cujo diagnóstico predominante foi osteoporose. Dentre as comorbidades frequentemente associadas estão a hipertensão arterial sistêmica, obesidade, artrose, dores articulares e diabetes. O perfil de idosos atendidos na Universidade Federal de Pernambuco foi importante para identificar as principais características dessa população, suas comorbidades e assim nortear abordagens clínicas de suporte ao Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS).

This study aimed to analyze the profile of elderly people seen in a physical therapy research laboratory in Recife. It was a descriptive, longitudinal, and retrospective study that analyzed medical records of elderly patients ≥ 60 years old, dated between 2009-2019. The variables collected were sociodemographic, clinical, and anthropometric and data analysis was performed in SPSS, version 23.0, using descriptive analysis. Categorical variables are expressed in absolute and relative frequency, and quantitative variables in mean and standard deviation. Data from 187 elderly people were analyzed, with a mean age of 68.88 ± 6.47; 154 (82.4%) were female; 80 (43%) were married and 122 (52%) lived in Recife. Of the cities in the metropolitan region, Jaboatão dos Guararapes showed a large concentration of this population. The outcomes presented a population that is overweight and whose predominant diagnosis was osteoporosis. Among the comorbidities frequently associated are systemic arterial hypertension, obesity, osteoarthritis, joint pain, and diabetes. The profile of elderly people attended at the Federal University of Pernambuco was important to identify the main characteristics of this population, their comorbidities and thus guide clinical approaches to support the Unified Health System (UHS).

Inspiratory Muscle Training in the Severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Sleep Quality and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: A Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Trial.

PURPOSE: Exercise programs have been considered as an adjuvant treatment in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, few studies have focused on the effects of the inspiratory muscle training (IMT) in reducing the severity and the symptoms of OSA. PATIENTS AND METHODS: A randomized controlled trial was conducted and approved by the local Ethics Committee. All subjects signed the informed consent form and were randomized into 2 groups: a) IMT group (n = 8), 8 weeks of IMT with 75% of maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) and b) placebo group (n = 8): subjects performed IMT without load. RESULTS: IMT group showed reduction in the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) (p = 0.01), in the Berlin questionnaire score (p = 0.001) and an increase in inspiratory muscle strength (p = 0.018). IMT group demonstrated a reduction in the AHI (31.7 ± 15.9 events/h vs 29.9 ± 15.8 events/h; p <0.001), in the Berlin questionnaire scores (2.6 ± 0.5 vs 1.2 ± 0.5; p = 0.016), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) score (7.2 ± 3.6 vs 3.7 ± 1.3; p = 0.008), in the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) (12.5 ± 4.0 vs 7.7 ± 3.0; p = 0.008) and increase in MIP (83.6 ± 26.5 cmH2O and 127.9 ± 32.5 cmH2O; p = 0.010). CONCLUSION: The IMT promotes discrete changes in the AHI and improves sleep quality and excessive daytime sleepiness in OSA. Moreover, IMT is a cheap, useful and simple home-based training program and can be considered as an adjunct therapy for OSA patients.

Prevalence and factors associated with injuries in recreational runners: a cross-sectional study / Prevalência e fatores associados às lesões em corredores amadores: um estudo transversal / Prevalencia y factores asociados a lesiones en corredores aficionados: un estudio transversal

ABSTRACT Introduction The increased number of people who choose running as a form of exercise has been associated with a higher prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries. Objectives To determine the prevalence and the factors that could be correlated with injuries among amateur runners in Recife, in the State of Pernambuco (PE), Brazil. Methods An observational, cross-sectional study, in which 300 (three hundred) amateur runners answered a social demographic questionnaire, as well as questions about training characteristics, footstrike and landing pattern, and history of running injuries. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistics, the student-t test to compare means, and the Chi-squared to compare prevalences. Results The prevalence of injuries amongst runners in Recife-PE was 58.5% (n= 175), the knee being the most commonly injured site (37.3%). In both groups - runners with and without injuries - there was a higher number of male runners, with 72.4% and 72.6% respectively. There was no difference in relation to the weekly frequency of running between the groups (p<0.63). However, runners with a history of injuries ran around 7 kmh a week more than the runners without injuries (p<0.03). A neutral footstrike (F=0.87; p=0.99) and hindfoot landing (F=4.13; p=0.90) were the most reported running patterns in both groups. It was found that wear was the main criterion used for changing running shoes in both groups (F = 8.35, p = 0.4). Conclusion There was a high prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries among amateur runners in Recife-PE. Among the factors associated with the injuries, one variable was significant: a higher weekly volume of training. Level of evidence II; Study type: Cross-sectional study.

RESUMO Introdução O evidente aumento do número de pessoas que escolhem a corrida como forma de exercitar o corpo tem sido associado à maior prevalência de lesões musculoesqueléticas. Objetivos Verificar a prevalência e os fatores que possam estar associados às lesões em corredores amadores da cidade de Recife-PE. Métodos Estudo observacional do tipo transversal, no qual 300 corredores amadores responderam a um questionário sociodemográfico, além de questões sobre características do treinamento, tipo de pisada e aterrissagem e histórico de lesões relacionadas à corrida. Os dados foram analisados pela estatística descritiva; para a comparação entre médias, foi usado o Teste t de Student e para a comparação de prevalências, o teste do qui-quadrado. Resultados A prevalência de lesões em corredores amadores de Recife-PE foi de 58,5% (n = 175), sendo o joelho a região mais acometida (37,3%). Nos grupos corredores com lesão e sem lesão, a maioria dos participantes era do sexo masculino, respectivamente, 72,4% e 72,6%. Não houve diferença quanto à frequência semanal de treinamento entre os grupos (p < 0,63). Ao contrário, os corredores com histórico de lesão treinaram em média 7 quilômetros/semana a mais do que os corredores sem lesões (p < 0,03). O tipo de pisada neutra (F = 0,87; p = 0,99) e a aterrissagem com retropé (F = 4,13; p = 0,90) foram os mais referidos pelos corredores em ambos os grupos. Foi verificado que o desgaste foi o principal critério utilizado para trocar de tênis em ambos os grupos (F = 8,35; p = 0,4). Conclusões Houve alta prevalência de lesões musculoesqueléticas em corredores amadores de Recife-PE. Entre os fatores associados às lesões, uma variável mostrou-se significante: maior volume de treino semanal. Nível de Evidência: II; Tipo de Estudo: Transversal.

RESUMEN Introducción El evidente aumento en el número de personas que eligen la carrera como forma de ejercitar el cuerpo ha sido asociado con una mayor prevalencia de lesiones musculoesqueléticas. Objetivos Verificar la prevalencia y los factores que pueden estar asociados con lesiones en corredores aficionados en la ciudad de Recife-PE. Métodos Estudio transversal observacional, en el que 300 corredores aficionados respondieron un cuestionario sociodemográfico, además de cuestiones sobre características del entrenamiento, tipo de pisada y aterrizaje e historial de lesiones relacionadas con la carrera. Los datos se analizaron mediante estadística descriptiva; para la comparación entre promedios, se utilizó el test t de Student y para la comparación de prevalencia, la prueba de chi-cuadrado. Resultados La prevalencia de lesiones en corredores aficionados en Recife-PE fue de 58,5% (n = 175), siendo la rodilla la región más afectada (37,3%). En los grupos de corredores lesionados y no lesionados, la mayoría de los participantes eran del sexo masculino, respectivamente, 72,4% y 72,6%. No hubo diferencias con respecto a la frecuencia de entrenamiento semanal entre los grupos (p < 0,63). Por el contrario, los corredores con historial de lesiones entrenaron un promedio de 7 kilómetros/semana más que los corredores sin lesiones (p < 0,03). El tipo de pisada neutra (F = 0,87; p = 0,99) y el aterrizaje con retropié (F = 4,13; p = 0,90) fueron los más indicados por los corredores en ambos grupos. Se encontró que el desgaste fue el principal criterio utilizado para cambiar de zapatillas en ambos grupos (F = 8,35, p = 0,4). Conclusiones Hubo una alta prevalencia de lesiones musculoesqueléticas en corredores aficionados en Recife-PE. Entre los factores asociados con las lesiones, se encontró una variable significativa: el mayor volumen de entrenamiento semanal. Nivel de evidencia II; Tipo de Estudio: Transversal.

Global Postural Re-education in non-specific neck and low back pain treatment: A pilot study.

BACKGROUND: Spinal pain is an important public health issue that brings biopsychosocial problems. Global Postural Re-education (GPR) is one of its treatments. OBJECTIVE: Evaluate the effects of GPR on pain, flexibility, and posture of individuals with non-specific low back pain and/or neck pain for more than six weeks. METHODS: The study enrolled 18 individuals, which were randomized into two groups: GPR group (GPRG; n= 09), submitted to 10 sessions of GPR and control group (CG; n= 09), not submitted to any technique. The evaluations were done before and after the GPRG sessions, for pain perception (Visual Analogue Scale - VAS), flexibility (finger-floor test) and posture (SAPO). The re-evaluation was done in the GPRG after the end of 10 treatment sessions and, in the GC, after the time equivalent to 10 sessions. The level of significance was set at p< 0.05. RESULTS: This pilot study has no homogeneity between groups. GPRG presented improvement in pain and flexibility, but showed no changes in posture. In the CG, there was no difference in the variables evaluated in this study. CONCLUSION: GPR had positive effects on pain and flexibility, but did not present a significant effect on posture.

Functionality and quality of life of patients with unilateral lymphedema of a lower limb: a cross-sectional study.

BACKGROUND: Lymphedema of the lower limbs is a chronic disease caused by damage to the lymphatic system that influences people's mobility, functionality, and quality of life. Questionnaires and physical test are very practical, easy to apply, and low cost methods that provide important data for evaluation of these patients. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the influence of unilateral lower limb lymphedema on functionality and quality of life, correlating 3 assessment tools. METHODS: This was a descriptive study investigating 25 patients of both sexes with unilateral lymphedema in a lower limb. Limb volume was assessed using circumferential tape measurements, the Medical Outcomes Study Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) was used to assess quality of life, the Lymphoedema Functioning, Disability and Health Questionnaire for Lower Limb Lymphoedema (Lymph-ICF-LL) was used to assess physical, mental, and social skills related to lymphedema, and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test was used for functional assessment. RESULTS: Lymphedema was present throughout the affected lower limb of participants. The domains most affected by lymphedema were physical aspects (25.0 ± 31.4) and emotional aspects (36.0 ± 42.9) from the SF-36 and the mobility domain (6.0 ± 2.6) from the Lymph -ICF-LL. Patients performed the TUG in 9.88 ± 1.98 seconds. The TUG was correlated with the questionnaires and the questionnaires were correlated with each other. CONCLUSIONS: People with unilateral lower limb lymphedema exhibited negative impacts on quality of life and functionality, as evaluated by questionnaires, which were correlated with each other. TUG performance was within normal limits, but results correlated with the questionnaires used.

Funcionalidade e qualidade de vida em indivíduos com linfedema unilateral em membro inferior: um estudo transversal / Functionality and quality of life of patients with unilateral lymphedema of a lower limb: a cross-sectional study

O linfedema de membros inferiores é uma doença crônica decorrente de dano no sistema linfático que influencia a mobilidade, a funcionalidade e a qualidade de vida dos indivíduos. Questionários e o teste físico são métodos bastante práticos, de fácil aplicação e baixo custo, que fornecem dados importantes para a avaliação desses pacientes. Objetivos Avaliar a influência do linfedema unilateral de membro inferior na funcionalidade e na qualidade de vida, correlacionando três ferramentas de avaliação. Métodos Estudo descritivo com 25 indivíduos com linfedema unilateral em membro inferior, de ambos os sexos. Foi avaliada a perimetria e foram aplicados The Medical Outcome Study Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) para avaliação da qualidade de vida, Lymphoedema Functioning, Disability and Health Questionnaire for Lower Limb Lymphoedema (Lymph-ICF-LL) para estudo das habilidades físicas, mentais e sociais relacionadas ao linfedema e o Timed Up and Go (TUG) para avaliação da funcionalidade. Resultados Houve a presença de linfedema em todo o membro inferior dos participantes. Os domínios mais prejudicados pelo linfedema foram os aspectos físicos (25,0 ± 31,4) e emocionais (36,0 ± 42,9) no SF-36 e o domínio mobilidade (6,0 ± 2,6) no Lymph-ICF-LL. O TUG foi realizado em 9,88 ± 1,98 s. Houve correlação entre o TUG e os questionários e entre os dois questionários utilizados. Conclusões Indivíduos com linfedema unilateral em membro inferior apresentam um impacto negativo na qualidade de vida e na funcionalidade avaliadas através de questionários, que correlacionam entre si. Não foi encontrada alteração no TUG, mas houve correlação entre ele e os questionários utilizados

Lymphedema of the lower limbs is a chronic disease caused by damage to the lymphatic system that influences people's mobility, functionality, and quality of life. Questionnaires and physical test are very practical, easy to apply, and low cost methods that provide important data for evaluation of these patients. Objectives To evaluate the influence of unilateral lower limb lymphedema on functionality and quality of life, correlating 3 assessment tools. Methods This was a descriptive study investigating 25 patients of both sexes with unilateral lymphedema in a lower limb. Limb volume was assessed using circumferential tape measurements, the Medical Outcomes Study Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) was used to assess quality of life, the Lymphoedema Functioning, Disability and Health Questionnaire for Lower Limb Lymphoedema (Lymph-ICF-LL) was used to assess physical, mental, and social skills related to lymphedema, and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test was used for functional assessment. Results Lymphedema was present throughout the affected lower limb of participants. The domains most affected by lymphedema were physical aspects (25.0 ± 31.4) and emotional aspects (36.0 ± 42.9) from the SF-36 and the mobility domain (6.0 ± 2.6) from the Lymph -ICF-LL. Patients performed the TUG in 9.88 ± 1.98 seconds. The TUG was correlated with the questionnaires and the questionnaires were correlated with each other. Conclusions People with unilateral lower limb lymphedema exhibited negative impacts on quality of life and functionality, as evaluated by questionnaires, which were correlated with each other. TUG performance was within normal limits, but results correlated with the questionnaires used

Pain threshold, sleep quality and anxiety levels in individuals with temporomandibular disorders / Limiar de dor, qualidade do sono e níveis de ansiedade em indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular

ABSTRACT Purpose: to evaluate the pressure pain threshold, sleep quality and anxiety levels of individuals with different types of chronic temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Methods: a controlled, observational and cross-sectional study. TMD diagnosis followed the Research Diagnostic Criteria and the volunteers were divided into three groups: A-Muscular Disorder (n = 15), B- Articular Disorder (n = 10) and C- Control Group (n = 15). Evaluation was performed using the Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index, Visual Analog Scale, Algometry and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The significance level for all tests was 5%. Results: lower threshold of pain was seen in the masticatory and cervical musculature within groups A and B. However, when TMD groups were compared to the control group, only a statistically significant difference in the pain threshold of the masticatory muscle and the trapezius muscle was found. Groups A and B presented poor sleep quality, showing a statistical difference when compared to the control group. Additionally, it was observed that patients in the groups with TMD presented anxiety, while those in the control group, did not present it. Conclusion: individuals presented with TMD show lower levels of pain threshold, sleep quality and anxiety, as compared to healthy subjects. These results do not depend on the type of disorder presented.

RESUMO Objetivo: avaliar o limiar de dor, qualidade do sono e níveis de ansiedade em iindivíduos com diferentes tipos de disfunções temporomandibulares. Métodos: estudo controlado, observacional transversal. Foi utilizado o Research Diagnostic Criteria e os voluntários foram divididos em três grupos: Grupo A-disfunção muscular (n=15), Grupo B-disfunção articular (n=10) e Grupo C- controle (n=15). Foi utilizado o Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Escala Visual Analógica da Dor (EVA), Algometria e Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale - HADS). O nível de significância para todos os testes foi de 5%. Resultados: menor limiar de dor da musculatura mastigatória e cervical nos grupos A e B, mas quando comparados ao grupo controle só houve diferença estatística na algometria da musculatura mastigatória e do trapézio (p<0,05). Os grupos A e B apresentaram qualidade do sono pobre, mostrando diferença estatística com o grupo controle (p<0,05). Apenas os grupos A e B apresentaram ansiedade. Entre os grupos A e B não houve diferença estatística em relação ao limiar de dor, qualidade do sono e ansiedade. Conclusão: menores níveis de limiar de dor e redução da qualidade do sono e ansiedade ocorreram em indivíduos com Disfunção temporomandibular quando comparado aos sadios. Esses resultados independem do tipo de disfunção apresentada.

Short-term transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation reduces pain and improves the masticatory muscle activity in temporomandibular disorder patients: a randomized controlled trial.

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the short-term effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) by examining pain intensity, pressure pain threshold (PPT) and electromyography (EMG) activity in patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD). MATERIAL AND METHODS: Forty patients with myofascial TMD were enrolled in this randomized placebo-controlled trial and were divided into two groups: active (n=20) and placebo (n=20) TENS. Outcome variables assessed at baseline (T0), immediately after (T2) and 48 hours after treatment (T1) were: pain intensity with the aid of a visual analogue scale (VAS); PPT of masticatory and cervical structures; EMG activity during mandibular rest position (MR), maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) and habitual chewing (HC). Two-way ANOVA for repeated measures was applied to the data and the significance level was set at 5%. RESULTS: There was a decrease in the VAS values at T1 and T2 when compared with T0 values in the active TENS group (p<0.050). The PPT between-group differences were significant at T1 assessment of the anterior temporalis and sternocleidomastoid (SCM) and T2 for the masseter and the SCM (p<0.050). A significant EMG activity reduction of the masseter and anterior temporalis was presented in the active TENS during MR at T1 assessment when compared with T0 (p<0.050). The EMG activity of the anterior temporalis was significantly higher in the active TENS during MVC at T1 and T2 when compared with placebo (p<0.050). The EMG activity of the masseter and anterior temporalis muscle was significantly higher in the active TENS during HC at T1 when compared with placebo (p<0.050). CONCLUSIONS: The short-term therapeutic effects of TENS are superior to those of the placebo, because of reported facial pain, deep pain sensitivity and masticatory muscle EMG activity improvement.

Short-term transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation reduces pain and improves the masticatory muscle activity in temporomandibular disorder patients: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Studies to assess the effects of therapies on pain and masticatory muscle function are scarce. Objective To investigate the short-term effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) by examining pain intensity, pressure pain threshold (PPT) and electromyography (EMG) activity in patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Material and Methods Forty patients with myofascial TMD were enrolled in this randomized placebo-controlled trial and were divided into two groups: active (n=20) and placebo (n=20) TENS. Outcome variables assessed at baseline (T0), immediately after (T2) and 48 hours after treatment (T1) were: pain intensity with the aid of a visual analogue scale (VAS); PPT of masticatory and cervical structures; EMG activity during mandibular rest position (MR), maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) and habitual chewing (HC). Two-way ANOVA for repeated measures was applied to the data and the significance level was set at 5%. Results There was a decrease in the VAS values at T1 and T2 when compared with T0 values in the active TENS group (p<0.050). The PPT between-group differences were significant at T1 assessment of the anterior temporalis and sternocleidomastoid (SCM) and T2 for the masseter and the SCM (p<0.050). A significant EMG activity reduction of the masseter and anterior temporalis was presented in the active TENS during MR at T1 assessment when compared with T0 (p<0.050). The EMG activity of the anterior temporalis was significantly higher in the active TENS during MVC at T1 and T2 when compared with placebo (p<0.050). The EMG activity of the masseter and anterior temporalis muscle was significantly higher in the active TENS during HC at T1 when compared with placebo (p<0.050). Conclusions The short-term therapeutic effects of TENS are superior to those of the placebo, because of reported facial pain, deep pain sensitivity and masticatory muscle EMG activity improvement.

Use of low-power laser to assist the healing of traumatic wounds in rats.

PURPOSE: To investigate the morphological aspects of the healing of traumatic wounds in rats using low-power laser. METHODS: Twenty four non isogenic, young adult male Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) weighing between 200 and 300 g was used. The animals were randomly distributed into two groups: Control (GC) and Laser (GL), with 12 animals each. After shaving, anesthesia was performed in the dorsal region and then a surgical procedure using a scalpel was carried out to make the traumatic wound. GL received five sessions of laser therapy in consecutive days using the following laser parameters: wavelength 660 nm, power 100 mW, dose 10 J/cm2. The wounds were evaluated through measurement of the area and depth of the wound (MW) and histological analysis (HA). RESULTS: When comparing the GC with the GL in MW there was a difference in area (p<0.001) and depth (p=0.003) measurement of the wounds in GL. The laser group presented more epithelization than GC (p=0.03). The other histological parameters were similar. CONCLUSION: The healing of wounds in rats was improved with the use of the laser.

Use of low-power laser to assist the healing of traumatic wounds in rats

PURPOSE: To investigate the morphological aspects of the healing of traumatic wounds in rats using low-power laser. METHODS: Twenty four non isogenic, young adult male Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) weighing between 200 and 300g was used. The animals were randomly distributed into two groups: Control (GC) and Laser (GL), with 12 animals each. After shaving, anesthesia was performed in the dorsal region and then a surgical procedure using a scapel was carried out to make the traumatic wound. GL received five sessions of laser therapy in consecutive days using the following laser parameters: wavelength 660 nm, power 100 mW, dose 10 J/cm2. The wounds were evaluated through measurement of the area and depth of the wound (MW) and histological analysis (HA). RESULTS: When comparing the GC with the GL in MW there was a difference in area (p<0.001) and depth (p=0.003) measurement of the wounds in GL. The laser group presented more epithelization than GC (p=0.03). The other histological parameters were similar. CONCLUSION: The healing of wounds in rats was improved with the use of the laser. .

Percepção corporal e capacidade psicomotora de escolares / Body perception and psychomotor capacity schoolchildren

O objetivo desse estudo foi avaliar a percepção corporal e desenvolvimento psicomotor de estudantes. Foram envolvidos 25 escolares de ambos os gêneros, faixa etária de 6 a 8 anos. A percepção corporal foi avaliada por meio do Protocolo de Askevold e o desempenho de práticas psicomotoras foi analisado pelo Protocolo de Teste Psicomotor de Fonseca (1995) e teste de Fukuda. Neste estudo verificou-se que a percepção corporal foi influenciada por comportamentos motores como engatinhar e sentar e pelas praxias. Além disso foi observado que as repostas psicomotoras diferem entre os gêneros, possivelmente pelas diferentes formas de comportamento motor em algumas atividades envolvendo meninos e meninas.

The objective of this study was to evaluate body perception and psychomotor development of students. 25 students were involved in both genders, age 6-8 years. The body perception was assessed using the Askevold Protocol and the performance of psychomotor practices was analyzed by Psychomotor Test Protocol Fonseca (1995) and Fukuda test. In this study it was found that body perception was influenced by motor behaviors as crawl and sit by and praxis. Also it was observed that the psychomotor responses differ between genders, possibly by different motor behavior in some activities involving boys and girls.

Fatores materno-infantis associados à diástase dos músculos retos do abdome no puerpério imediato / Factors relating to mother and child associated with separation of the rectus abdominis muscle in immediate puerperium

Comparar a distância entre os músculos retos do abdome (MRA) e a prevalência da diástase (DMRA) nas regiões supra-umbilical e infraumbilical de primíparas e multíparas no pós-parto imediato e verificar quais fatores materno-infantis podem estar associados. Métodos: estudo transversal, incluindo 115 primíparas e 154 multíparas. Avaliou-se a DMRA 4,5 cm acima e abaixo da cicatriz umbilical. Correlacionouse com idade materna, índice de massa corporal (IMC), idade gestacional, peso, estatura, perímetro cefálico e torácico do recém-nascido (RN). Utilizouse test t de Student, correlação de Pearson, quiquadrado e regressão logística múltipla, p<0,05. Resultados: a distância entre os MRA supraumbilical foi 3,04 (±1,68) e 3,35 (±1,19) cm nas primíparas e multíparas. A prevalência da DMRA supra-umbilical foi 74,8 por cento e 76,6 por cento e, infra-umbilical 40,0 por cento e 54,5 por cento. Nos dois grupos observou-se correlação positiva da distância entre os MRA supraumbilical com idade materna, IMC e infra-umbilical. O IMC e peso do RN foram fatores associados à DMRA supra-umbilical na primíparas e a idade materna nas multíparas. Conclusões: independente da paridade, a distância entre os MRA e prevalência da DMRA foram maiores na região supra-umbilical e, correlacionou-se com idade materna, IMC e infra-umbilical. Nas primíparas os fatores associados foram IMC e peso do RN e nas multíparas, a idade materna...

To compare the distance between the rectus abdominis muscles (RAM) and the prevalence of separation of the rectus abdominis muscle (SRAM) in the supra- and infra-umbilical regions of primiparous and multiparous women during immediate post-partum and to identify associated factors relating to mother and child. Methods: a cross-sectional study was carried out with 115 primiparous and 154 multiparous women. The SRAM was measured 4.5 cm above and below the umbilical scar and was correlated with maternal age, body mass index (BMI), gestational age, weight, height, and the circumference of the head and thorax of the newborn. Student's t test, Pearson's correlation, the chi-squared test and multiple logistic regression, p<0.05, were used to analyze the data. Results: the distance between the supra-umbilical RAMs was 3.04 (±1.68) and 3.35 (±1.19) cm in the primiparous and multiparous women. The prevalence of supra-umbilical SRAM was 74.8 percent and 76.6 percent and that of infra-umbilical SRAM 40.0 percent and 54.5 percent. In both groups a positive correlation was found between the distance between the supra-umbilical RAM, the age of the mother, BMI and infra-umbilical RAM. The BMI and weight of the newborn were the factors associated with supra-umbilical SRAM in primiparous women and maternal age was the associated factor among multiparous women. Conclusions: irrespective of parity, the distance between the RAM and the prevalence of SRAM were greater in the supra-umbilical region and correlated with the age of the mother, BMI and infra-umbilical SRAM. Among primiparous women the associated factors were BMI and weight of the newborn and among multiparous women, the age of the mother alone...

Prevalência de bruxismo e distúrbio do sono em deficientes visuais / Prevalence of bruxism and sleep disorders in the visually impaired individuals

INTRODUÇÃO: O termo "bruxismo" significa ranger ou apertar os dentes sem objetivos funcionais aparentes; é um distúrbio que ocorre usualmente durante o sono e geralmente está associado a microdespertares. Os deficientes visuais estão mais predispostos a apresentarem distúrbio do sono em razão de uma possível disfunção da glândula pineal, alterando a produção de melatonina, e, consequentemente, por apresentarem sintomas de bruxismo relacionado à ausência da percepção de luz. OBJETIVO: Verificar a ocorrência de bruxismo e distúrbio do sono em deficientes visuais. MATERIAIS E MÉTODOS: Amostra de conveniência com casuística de 63 voluntários com acuidade visual inferior a 0,05 (20/400) até a ausência da percepção luminosa. Foram submetidos à aplicação do Índice de Qualidade do Sono de Pittsburgh (PSQI) e do Inquérito para Diagnóstico de Bruxismo. RESULTADOS: A prevalência de bruxismo e má qualidade do sono foram, respectivamente, de 80,95% e de 85,71%. O bruxismo foi mais frequente entre aqueles com história de deficiência visual congênita (65,08%) do que entre os portadores de deficiência visual adquirida (34,92%), não sendo encontrada diferença significante quando comparados homens e mulheres. Já a ocorrência de má qualidade do sono foi similar entre portadores de deficiência visual congênita e adquirida. Foi verificada a associação positiva entre bruxismo e má qualidade do sono. CONCLUSÃO: Pôde-se verificar uma alta ocorrência de bruxismo e distúrbio do sono na população de deficientes visuais pesquisada. Este estudo tem importante contribuição epidemiológica e os seus resultados poderão ser utilizados para delinear futuras intervenções terapêuticas.

INTRODUCTION: The word "bruxism" means grinding or clenching your teeth without apparent functional objectives that usually occurs during sleep, and this generally associated with arousals. Visually impaired people are more likely to submit sleep disorder due to a possible pineal gland dysfunction by altering melatonin production and therefore the present bruxism symptoms related to the absence of perception of light. OBJECTIVE: To verify the bruxism occurrence and sleep disturbance within visually impaired individuals. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Convenience sampling case-by-case of 63 volunteers with visual acuity under 0.05 (20/400) down to absence of visual perception. Submitted to Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) test and Bruxism Diagnostic Enquiry. RESULTS: The prevalence of bruxism and low quality sleep were, respectively, of 80.95% and 85.71%. Bruxism was more prevalent in those with congenital visual impairment (65.08%) than those with acquired visual impairment (34.92%), with no significant statistical difference between men and women. However, the occurrence of low quality sleep was similar between those with congenital and acquired visual impairment. It was verified the positive relation with bruxism and low quality sleep. CONCLUSION: It was possible to verify a high occurrence of bruxism and sleep disturbance in the surveyed population. This study has major epidemiological contribution and its results might be used to guide further therapeutic interventions.