Aquatic therapy in congenital malformation during the use of external fixator for bone lengthening: It is possible?

OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study is to describe the rehabilitation of individuals with Congenital Malformations (CMF) during the use of an External Fixator (EF) in Aquatic Therapy (AT) and to analyze the association between diagnosis, EF type and location with rehabilitation process outcomes, surgical intervention, and adverse effects. METHODS: This retrospective study included 29 medical records from which the personal and rehabilitation data of the patient were collected. The AT used was described and the outcome variables were associated. The medical records were selected by screening the database of the CMF clinic at the AACD. The inclusion criteria were participants with CMF who used EF treated between 2011 and 2019 of both genders and without age restriction. The exclusion criteria were incomplete medical record data or not undergoing AT while using EF. The extracted data included diagnosis, gender, age, EF type and location, objective of the surgery, adverse events, surgical interventions, time of rehabilitation in AT, physiotherapeutic objectives, and rehabilitation process outcomes in AT. RESULTS: The mean age of the participants was 12.1 ± 3.99 years, with male predominance (55 %) and hemimelia cases (37 %). The most used EF was circular (51 %), located in the femur (37 %), and the main objective of surgery was bone lengthening (52 %). The most recurrent adverse effect was infection (62 %) and 76 % completed AT. There was no association between the variables analyzed. CONCLUSIONS: It was possible to describe CMF rehabilitation with EF in AT. There was no association between the variables analyzed.

Comparison of aquatic physiotherapy and therapeutic exercise in patients with chronic low back pain.

OBJECTIVE: To investigate and compare the effectiveness of aquatic physiotherapy and therapeutic exercise in the physical and functional performance of patients with chronic low back pain. METHODS: Twenty-six participants were randomized into 3 groups, namely an aquatic physiotherapy group (AG), a therapeutic exercise group (EG), and a control group (CG). The pain, disability, and quality of life were compared before and after the exercise protocols for 2 months, twice a week, on alternate days, for 60 min. For statistical analyses, the Kruskal-Wallis test was used to test the difference between the groups; the Wilcoxon test and the effect size were used for before-and-after comparisons. RESULTS: Twenty participants completed the study. There was a significant difference improvement in pain between the AG and the EG (p = 0.004), between the EG and the CG (p = 0.05), and in social role functioning between the groups (p = 0.02). No differences were observed in the other analyzed variables between the groups. Compared to the pre-treatment state, there were significant improvements in the AG in terms of pain (p = 0.02), functionality (p = 0.03), and general health status (p = 0.04). CONCLUSION: The AG group showed significant and clinical improvement in pain, disability, and quality of life. Improvements related to social aspects were found in the EG compared to the CG. The water provides a safe environment that facilitates the onset of exercise, so aquatic physiotherapy could be considered the first recommendation for patients with low back pain.

Hydrotherapy in two black-tufted marmosets (Callithrix penicillata) with metabolic bone disease-Case reports (2018-2020).

Integrative medicine has gained space in veterinary medicine and hydrotherapy is mainly used as an adjunct on the treatment of neurological and musculoskeletal diseases. Use of this therapeutic modality in wild animals has seldom been reported. This article describes the use of hydrotherapy in two Callithrix penicillata patients with metabolic bone disease.

Intervención fisioterapéutica en fibromialgia / Physiotherapeutic intervention in fibromyalgia

Introducción: La fibromialgia afecta el movimiento corporal. Provoca dolor en puntos claves, causa molestias musculoesqueléticas y limita la actividad de las personas. Se ha descrito que la fisioterapia mejora de calidad de vida de estos pacientes. Objetivo: Identificar los test de evaluación y los procesos de intervención fisioterapéutica utilizados en la fibromialgia. Métodos: Se realizó una revisión de literatura en PubMed, ScientsDirect, SciELO y LILLACS, con la terminología MeSH y DeCS, entre 2017 y 2022. Resultados: La escala visual análoga y la algometría por presión son los test utilizados para el dolor. La hidroterapia, el cupping, la punción seca, el masaje sueco, los ejercicios respiratorios y los aeróbicos resultan los métodos de intervención con más uso. Conclusiones: Los procesos de intervención se deben plantear según las evaluaciones del dolor y la funcionalidad en la persona. El tratamiento fisioterapéutico de la fibromialgia debe tener un componente de ejercicio físico aérobico y fuerza para disminuir la fatiga; devolverle al músculo su funcionalidad y aumentar la capacidad aeróbica(AU)

Introduction: Fibromyalgia affects body movement. It causes pain in key points, it causes musculoskeletal discomfort and it limits the persons's activity. It has been described that physiotherapy improves the quality of life of these patients. Objective: To identify the evaluation tests and physiotherapy intervention processes used in fibromyalgia. Methods: A literature review was carried out in PubMed, ScientsDirect, Scielo and LILLACS, with the terminology MeSH and DeCS, from 2017 to 2022. Results: The visual analogue scale and pressure algometry are the tests used for pain. Hydrotherapy, cupping, dry needling, Swedish massage, breathing exercises and aerobics are the most commonly used intervention methods. Conclusions: Intervention processes should be planned according to the evaluations of pain and functionality in the person. The physiotherapy treatment of fibromyalgia must have a component of aerobic physical exercise and strength to reduce fatigue, to return the muscle to its functionality and increase aerobic capacity(AU)

Adecuación de la terapia hidrocinética en el paciente ortopédico-traumatológico: un estudio transversal / Appropriateness of hydrokinesitherapy in the orthopedic-traumatological patient: a cross sectional surve

ABSTRACT Introduction: Hydrokinesitherapy is a rehabilitation method used for the treatment of different types of orthopedic, neurological, respiratory problems, etc. However, the existing literature presents not so much evidence regarding the greater efficacy of water treatment compared to dry treatment in patients with post-traumatic outcomes. Objective: Through the administration of a questionnaire, we tried to investigate the rehabilitation experience of hydrokinetic therapists (trained with the so-called Sequential and Preparatory Approach) in order to understand hydrokinesitherapy areas and methods of proper application based on experts' opinion. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2020 by administering a questionnaire to physiotherapists trained in hydrokinesitherapy according to the Sequential and Preparatory Approach method, with the aim to investigate their opinion on the use of hydrokinesitherapy in patients with various orthopedic-traumatological problems. Microsoft FORMS® platform was used for the administration of the questionnaire. Results: Sixty-two users participated in the study. From their answers emerged that the use of hydrokinesitherapy is not recommended for the treatment of post-traumatic hypersensitization of peri-lesional tissues (hypersensitive scars; general hypersensitization) and neuropathic syndromes (of the upper and lower limbs). Conclusions: The data obtained from administering the questionnaire were not sufficient to create a specific path to define the appropriateness of hydrokinesitherapy for some orthopedic-traumatological problems but could be considered a good starting point on which to build future developments through further studies.

RESUMEN Introducción: La terapia hidrocinética es un método rehabilitador utilizado para el tratamiento de diferentes tipos de problemas ortopédicos, neurológicos, respiratorios, entre otros. Sin embargo, en la literatura existente no abundan evidencias en cuanto a la mayor eficacia del tratamiento con agua en comparación con el tratamiento seco en pacientes con resultados traumáticos. Objetivo: A través de un cuestionario, se intentó investigar la experiencia de rehabilitación de los terapeutas hidrocinéticos (entrenados con el llamado Enfoque Secuencial y Preparatorio) para comprender las áreas de la terapia hidrocinética y los métodos de aplicación adecuados con base en la opinión de expertos. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio transversal en el año 2020 mediante la administración de un cuestionario a fisioterapeutas formados en la terapia hidrocinética según el método de Abordaje Secuencial y Preparatorio, con el objetivo de averiguar su opinión sobre el uso de la terapia hidrocinética en pacientes con diversos problemas ortopédico-traumatológicos. Se utilizó la plataforma Microsoft FORMS® para la administración del cuestionario. Resultados: Sesenta y dos usuarios participaron en el estudio. De sus respuestas surgió que no se recomienda el uso de la terapia hidrocinética para el tratamiento de la hipersensibilización postraumática de los tejidos perilesionales (cicatrices hipersensibles; hipersensibilización general) y síndromes neuropáticos (de miembros superiores e inferiores). Conclusiones: Los datos obtenidos del cuestionario no fueron suficientes para crear una ruta específica que defina la idoneidad de la terapia hidrocinética para algunos problemas ortopédicos-traumatológicos, pero podría considerarse un buen punto de partida para construir futuros desarrollos a través de estudios adicionales.

Effectiveness of aquatic exercise in the treatment of inflammatory arthritis: systematic review.

Spondyloarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are classified as inflammatory arthritis and represent a significant source of pain and disability. Non-pharmacological intervention with physical exercise is among the therapeutic approaches most used by health professionals. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of aquatic exercise in the treatment of inflammatory arthritis. The review was registered on the PROSPERO (CRD42020189602). The databases (PubMed, PEDro, Web of Science, and SciELO) were searched for studies involving adults with inflammatory arthritis and subjected to rehabilitation with aquatic exercise compared to any other control group, from the year 2010 to March 2022. Pain, disease activity, and physical function were regarded as primary outcomes. Two reviewers completed the eligibility screening and data extraction, and disagreements were resolved by a third reviewer. The methodological quality was assessed using the PEDro scale. A total of 5254 studies were identified, and nine articles were included, totalling 604 participants. Regarding pain, two studies showed that aquatic exercise was superior to home exercise. One study showed that disease activity was significantly improved in the aquatic group compared to the land-based exercise and the control groups (no exercise). Two studies reported that therapy containing aquatic exercise was able to improve physical function. Overall, the studies included in this review indicate that aquatic exercise is effective in treating pain, disease activity, and physical function in individuals with inflammatory arthritis. However, further studies carrying stronger evidence should be conducted to determine whether the treatment with aquatic exercise is superior to other types of therapies.

Effects of hydrotherapy and tactile-kinesthetic stimulation on weight gain of preterm infants admitted in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

OBJECTIVE: The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of hydrotherapy and tactile-kinesthetic stimulation on the birth weight of preterm infants admitted in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. METHOD: It was a randomized controlled trial, without blinding, in which 44 preterm infants of both sexes with gestational age between 32 and 34 weeks were included into two groups: hydrotherapy group (n = = 22) and tactile-kinesthetic stimulation group (n = 22). Weight gain was the parameter assessed daily. RESULTS: In the tactile-kinesthetic stimulation group there was a variation in weight gain, but without significant difference (p = 0,43). However, in the hydrotherapy group, it was observed that increased weight gain started from the 2nd day (p < 0,001). CONCLUSIONS: Hydrotherapy group presented significantly increased weight after the interventions, indicating that this technique can interfere with weight gain in preterm infants.

Tecnologias não invasivas de cuidado utilizadas por enfermeiras obstétricas: contribuições terapêuticas / Tecnologías de atención no invasiva utilizadas por las enfermeras obstétricas: contribuciones terapêuticas / Non-invasive care technologies used by obstetric nurses: therapeutics contributions

Resumo Objetivo descrever as contribuições terapêuticas da utilização de tecnologias não invasivas de cuidado, oferecidas por enfermeiras obstétricas, durante o trabalho de parto. Método estudo qualitativo e descritivo, com oito enfermeiras obstétricas da casa de parto do Rio de Janeiro. Os dados foram coletados de setembro a dezembro de 2018, através de entrevistas semiestruturadas, e submetidos à técnica de análise temática. Resultados para aliviar a dor e promover relaxamento, recorrem ao estímulo à participação do acompanhante e à respiração consciente, à aplicação da massagem, à promoção do ambiente acolhedor e ao uso da água morna e dos óleos essenciais. Para ativar o trabalho de parto, auxiliar na descida da apresentação e correção do posicionamento fetal, incentivam posicionamentos verticalizados e movimentos corporais, com alguns instrumentos. Conclusões e implicações para a prática tecnologias não invasivas de cuidado possuem contribuições terapêuticas e conformam um cuidado desmedicalizado, respeitoso e centrado na mulher, que promove a autonomia feminina.

Resumen Objetivo describir las contribuciones terapéuticas de la utilización de tecnologías de atención no invasivas que ofrecen las enfermeras obstétricas durante el trabajo de parto. Método estudio cualitativo y descriptivo, con ocho enfermeras obstétricas de una casa de partos de Río de Janeiro. Los datos fueron recolectados de septiembre a diciembre de 2018, a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas, y sometidos a la técnica de análisis temático. Resultados para aliviar el dolor y favorecer la relajación, se recurre a fomentar la participación del acompañante y la respiración consciente, la aplicación de masajes, la promoción de un ambiente acogedor y el uso de agua tibia y aceites esenciales. Para activar el trabajo de parto, facilitan en el descenso de la presentación y corrección del posicionamiento fetal, fomentan las posiciones verticales y los movimientos corporales, con algunos instrumentos. Conclusiones e implicaciones para la práctica las tecnologías de atención no invasiva tienen aportes terapéuticos y conforman un cuidado desmedicalizado, respetuoso y centrado en la mujer que promueve la autonomía femenina.

Abstract Objective to describe the therapeutics contributions of the use of non-invasive care technologies offered by obstetric nurses during labor. Method a qualitative and descriptive study, with eight obstetric nurses from a birthing center in Rio de Janeiro. Data were collected from September to December 2018, through semi-structured interviews, and subjected to thematic analysis technique. Results to relieve pain and promote relaxation, they resort to encouraging the companion's participation and conscious breathing, the application of massage, the promotion of a supportive environment and the use of warm water and essential oils. To activate labor, assist in descending the presentation and correction of fetal positioning, they encourage vertical positioning and body movements, with some instruments. Conclusions and implications for practice non-invasive care technologies have therapeutic contributions and form a not medicalized, respectful and women-centered care that promotes female autonomy.

Fisioterapia aquática em paciente com distrofia muscular de cinturas do tipo 2b: relato de caso / Aquatic Physical therapy in a patient with Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, type 2b: a case report

INTRODUÇÃO: A distrofia muscular de cinturas do tipo 2B (DMC2B) é uma doença neuromuscular, degenerativa, rara, hereditária, progressiva, com consequentes prejuízos progressivos na capacidade motora e funcional. OBJETIVO: descrever e analisar os efeitos da fisioterapia aquática sobre a funcionalidade, força muscular, amplitude de movimento e qualidade de vida de uma paciente com diagnóstico DMC2B atendida em projeto de extensão universitária. MÉTODOS: Paciente do sexo feminino, 32 anos, solteira, com diagnóstico genético de Distrofia Muscular de Cinturas do Tipo 2B, nível 3 da escala Vignos (modificada por Garder-Medwin e Walton). O relato de caso apresenta a reabilitação através da Fisioterapia Aquática (hidrocinesioterapia) e seus impactos sobre a força muscular, amplitude de movimento, capacidade funcional e qualidade de vida da paciente (CAAE No. 43505321.0.0000.0018). RESULTADOS: O protocolo de fisioterapia aquática, composto por 12 sessões, 60 min/2x/semana, resultou em melhoras na capacidade funcional global e aumento de 9,52% na avaliação da função motora distal, aumentos de 100% da força de preensão manual e aumento para o limite superior (grau 5) na escala MRC para várias das musculaturas testadas, além de ganho de ADM e melhora expressiva da Qualidade de Vida. CONCLUSÃO: A melhora funcional apresentada pela paciente sugere que a reabilitação funcional fundamentada na fisioterapia aquática, em intensidade leve a moderada, é uma opção terapêutica segura e eficaz para a melhora da força muscular, amplitude de movimento, capacidade funcional e qualidade de vida na DMC2B.

INTRODUCTION: Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Type 2B (LGMD2B), is a rare, hereditary, progressive neuromuscular degenerative disease coursing with progressive impairments in motor and functional capacity. OBJECTIVE: To describe and analyze the effects of aquatic physical therapy on the functionality, muscle strength, range of motion, and quality of life of a patient diagnosed with LGMD2B attended on an outreach program. METHODS: A female patient, 32 years old, single, with genetic diagnosis of LGMD2B, level 5 at Vignos scale (modified by Garder-Medwin e Walton). The case reports the Aquatic Physical Therapy rehabilitation protocol (hydrokinesiotherapy) and its impacts on muscle strength, range of motion, functional capacity, and patient quality of life (CAAE No. 43505321.0.0000.0018). RESULTS: The aquatic physical therapy protocol, composed of 12 sessions, 60 minutes/2x/week, resulted in improvements in overall functional capacity and a 9.52% increase of distal motor function, 100% increase in handgrip strength, and increase up to the upper limit (grade 5) on the MRC scale for several of the muscles tested, in addition to increased range of motion and expressive improvement in Quality of Life. CONCLUSION: The patient' functional improvement suggests that water-based physical therapy rehabilitation, at mild to moderate exercise intensity, is a safe and effective therapeutic option for improvement muscle strength, range of motion, functional capacity, and quality of life in LGMD2B patients.

Aspectos relacionados à segurança em um serviço de hidroterapia / Aspects relating to safety in a hydrotherapy service

Objetivo: Observar e relatar aspectos relacionados à segurança em um serviço de hidroterapia do município de Goiânia, Goiás. Casuística e Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo observacional realizado entre agosto e dezembro de 2017, no período matutino, em um serviço de Fisioterapia de Goiânia, Goiás. Primeiramente, realizou-se uma revisão da literatura buscando artigos científicos no Google Acadêmico, Scielo, PubMed, Medline e literatura especializada (normas técnicas, portarias e resoluções). O levantamento abrangeu a literatura nacional e internacional, artigos originais gratuitos e disponíveis na íntegra, sendo utilizados como descritores: acessibilidade, padrões da hidroterapia, risco, contraindicações, perigo e precauções. Em seguida, tomando como referência as normas e recomendações para serviços de hidroterapia encontradas na literatura, foi construída uma tabela constando os aspectos de segurança observados. Resultados: De 31 itens elencados e observados neste estudo, quatro (12,9%) não puderam ser avaliados, 14 (45,2%) atenderam aos padrões e recomendações e 13 (41,9%) apresentaram necessidade de reflexão e melhoria, uma vez que não atenderam às exigências apresentadas nas normas vigentes. Conclusão: O serviço de hidroterapia observado requer a adoção de algumas medidas de segurança, recomendando-se um olhar mais cuidadoso frente ao assunto e um esforço coletivo no sentido de ampliar a discussão sobre segurança nesta área, a fim de tornar os profissionais conscientes de seus atos e do pleno atendimento às normas técnicas vigentes

Objective: Observe and report safety-related aspects in a hydrotherapy service in the city of Goiânia, Goiás. Casuistry and Methods: This is an observational study carried out between August and December of 2017, in the morning period, in a Physiotherapy service in the city of Goiânia, Goiás. Initially, a literature review was carried out searching for scientific articles on Google Scholar, Scielo, PubMed, Medline and specialized literature (technical standards, ordinances and resolutions). The survey covered national and international literature, original articles were free and available in full, being used as descriptors: accessibility, hydrotherapy standards, risk, contraindications, danger and precautions. Then, with the rules/recommendations for a hydrotherapy service taken from the literature review, a table was built and during the internship, the safety aspects contained in the table were observed by that service. Results: Of 31 items listed and observed in this study, four (12.9%) could not be evaluated, 14 (45.2%) met the standards and recommendations and 13 (41.9%) generated energy for reflection and improvement, since they did not meet the requirements of current regulations. Conclusion: The observed hydrotherapy service requires the adoption of some safety measures, recommending a more careful look at the subject and a collective effort to expand the discussion on safety in this area, in order to make professionals aware of their acts and full compliance with current technical standards.

Influência do treinamento aquático resistido na força muscular, equilíbrio e mobilidade em idosas obesas / Influence of aquatic resistance training on muscle strength, ba-lance, and mobility in obese elderly women: a pilot study

Introdução: O treinamento aquático resistido para os membros inferiores é indicado para potencializar a força isométrica máxima dos extensores do joelho e melhorar a função de equilíbrio e mobilidade, a fim de diminuir o risco de quedas na população idosa com obesidade. Objetivo: Investigar o efeito do programa de treinamento aquático resistido na força e resistência muscular, equilíbrio e marcha em idosas obesas. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo, de dois braços, paralelo, aberto, com randomização simples. No grupo aquático (GA; n= 13), foi realizado o treinamento resistido, e no grupo controle, (GC; n= 9) não foi realizado nenhum tipo de intervenção ou tratamento. As voluntárias foram submetidas a testes físicos, avaliações antropométricas e análises da composição corporal e de quali-dade de vida. O programa de treinamento aquático resistido foi executado no período de 11 semanas, com frequência de duas vezes semanais e duração de 35 minutos cada sessão. Resultados: Houve melhora no desempenho do teste de sentar e levantar da cadeira de 12,31 ±1,79 repetições para 17,62 ± 3,09 repetições, no equilíbrio de 36,93 ±2,56 pontos para 39,01 ± 0,00 pontos, na marcha de 14,9±2,81 pontos para 17,6±0,76 pontos e na fun-ção física de 3,7 (3,2-4,3) para 4,3 (3,9-4,8) e aumento da flexibilidade de 12,82 ±11,93 cm para 22,81 ± 9,77 cm no GA. Conclusão: O programa de treinamento aquático promoveu aumento da força, resistência muscular e flexibilidade, melhora do equilíbrio, marcha e função física em idosas obesas.

Introduction: Aquatic resistance training for the lower limbs is indicated to enhance the maximal isometric strength of the knee extensors and improve the functions of balance and mobility, to decrease the risk of falls in the elderly population with obesity. Objec-tive: To investigate the effect of the aquatic resistance training program on muscle strength and endurance, balance, and gait in obese elderly women. Methods: This is a two-arm parallel open study with simple randomization. The aquatic group underwent resistance training (AG; n = 13), and there was no intervention or treatment in the control group (CG; n = 9). The volunteers underwent physical tests, anthropometric assessments, and analyses of body composition and quality of life. The aquatic resistance training program was carried out over 11 weeks, twice a week, with 35-minute sessions. Results: There was an improvement in the performance of the sit and stand test from 12.31 ± 1.79 repetitions to 17.62 ± 3.09 repetitions, in the balance from 36.93 ± 2.56 points to 39.01 ± 0 .00 points, in the gait from 14.9 ± 2.81 points to 17.6 ± 0.76 points and in the physical function from 3.7 (3.2-4.3) to 4.3 (3.9-4, 8), and an increase in flexibility from 12.82 ± 11.93 cm to 22.81 ± 9.77 cm in GA. Conclusion: The aquatic training program promoted increased muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility, and improved balance, gait, and physical function in obese elderly.

Functional effects of aquatic exercise in pregnant women: a systematic review

Introduction: During pregnancy, there are changes in all systems of the human body, along with anatomical changes. It is common for women to decrease the intensity of physical activities, especially in the last trimester. Water activities during pregnancy have shown positive effects for this population. To review the effects of functional exercises in the aquatic environment for women during pregnancy. Methods: Systematic review using the PICO methodology, searched on the Pubmed, SciELO, LILACS, and Science Direct platforms, using the descriptors: Pregnancy, hydrotherapy, quality of life, pregnant women, and aquatic environment. Published randomized controlled trials that addressed the functional effects of aquatic exercise in pregnant women, published in English, Spanish, and Portuguese in the years 2010 to 2020 were included. In addition, the Boolean operators "and" and "or" were used. The research was conducted from May to July 2020. Results: The search initially resulted in 537 articles, of which 95 records remained after removing duplicates, 14 after reading abstracts and titles, and 5 articles were included in the end. The samples ranged from 46 to 140 participants. Of the five studies selected, all obtained positive results, including pain reduction during pregnancy, as well as improved weight control, blood pressure, and sleep quality. Conclusion: The practice of aquatic exercise for pregnant women acts positively in weight control, improves sleep quality, controls blood pressure, and decreases low back and joint pain. (AU)

Efeitos da ofuroterapia no relaxamento e ganho de peso em recém-nascidos prematuros na unidade de cuidados neonatal / Ofuro bath effects on relaxation and weight gain of premature newborns in neonatal care units

Os métodos de banho humanizado são os mais indicados na assistência de recém-nascidos pré-termos (RNPT's) de baixo peso, por proporcionar a estes uma melhor resposta adaptativa ao ambiente extrauterino, contribuindo para melhora na organização dos sistemas comportamentais, motores e fisiológicos, assim como no desenvolvimento saudável dessa população, através do relaxamento decorrente da imersão do corpo em água morna, evitando assim o gasto energético. OBJETIVO: Investigar os efeitos da ofuroterapia no relaxamento e ganho de peso de RNPT's, clinicamente estáveis, admitidos em uma Unidade de Cuidados Intermediários Neonatais (UCIN). MÉTODO: Trata-se de um estudo quantitativo, de caráter descritivo e quase exploratório, com uma amostra de 10 recém-nascidos admitidos na UCIN Canguru, do Hospital Maternidade Almeida Castro, Mossoró/RN, Brasil. A população estudada, de baixo peso, foi submetida a 2 sessões semanais de aplicação do método, por 10 minutos em dias alternados. RESULTADOS: Não houve diferença significativa estatisticamente no ganho de peso (p=0,127). Nas variáveis hemodinâmicas, a população estudada apresentou aumento na frequência respiratória (FR) no dia 2 (p=0,028), e diminuição da temperatura corporal no dia 1 (p=0,014) e no dia 2 (p=0,005). Em relação a avaliação da dor, não houve diferenças significativas estatisticamente em ambos os dias. CONCLUSÃO: Apesar de ser observado o relaxamento proporcionado à população do estudo através da aplicação do método, não foram obtidos dados significativamente estatísticos que comprovem a relação entre o relaxamento proporcionado pela ofuroterapia e o ganho de peso dos RNPT's estudados no presente estudo.

Humanized bathing methods are the most indicated for the care of low weight premature newborns (PTNB), for providing them with a better adaptive response to the extra-uterine environment, contributing to the improvement of the organization of behavioral, motor and physiological systems, as well as to the healthy development of this population, through relaxation resulting from immersion of the body in warm water, thus avoiding energy expenditure. OBJECTIVE: Investigate the effects of ofuro bath on relaxation and weight gain of PTNB, clinically stable, admitted to a Neonatal Intermediate Care Unit (NICU). METHOD: This is a quantitative, descriptive and almost exploratory study, with a sample of 10 newborns admitted in NICU kangaroo of Almeida Castro Maternity, Mossoró/RN, Brazil. The studied population, of low weight, was submitted to 2 weekly sessions of application of the method, for 10 minutes on alternate days. RESULT: There was no statistically significant difference in weight gain (p=0,127). In the hemodynamic variables, the study population showed an increase in respiratory frequency on day 2 (p=0,028), and decrease in body temperature on day 1 (p=0,014) and on day 2 (p = 0.005). Regarding the evaluation of pain, there were no statistically significant differences in the two days. CONCLUSION: Despite being observed the relaxation provided to the study population by applying the method, no statistically significant data were obtained to prove the relationship between the relaxation provided by ofuro bath and the weight gain of the PTNB studied in the present study.

Efeito da dança em ambiente aquático na fibromialgia / Effect of dance in aquatic environment in fibromylgia

A fibromialgia é uma das doenças reumatológicas mais frequentes e com incidência maior na população feminina. A fisioterapia é um dos tratamentos mais procurados para minimizar os sintomas, e a terapia aquática tem apresentado melhores resultados". OBJETIVO: Avaliar a dor, qualidade de vida, fadiga, pressão arterial (PA) sistólica, diastólica e distância total percorrida de mulheres com fibromialgia (FM), antes e após terapia com dança do tipo jazz dance em ambiente aquático. MÉTODOS: Foi realizado um estudo longitudinal com amostra semiprobabilística após aprovação da comissão de ética da Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, por meio da plataforma Brasil. Participaram 10 voluntárias, com idade entre 40 e 70 anos, submetidas a 22 sessões, 2 vezes por semana, com 20 minutos inicias de alongamento, 30 minutos de dança e 10 minutos finais de relaxamento. Para a coleta de dados foi utilizado o Questionário de impacto da Fibromialgia (QIF), Escala Borg (Fadiga), Teste de caminhada de 6 minutos (TC6) e escala análoga de dor (EVA). Os dados obtidos foram inicialmente submetidos ao teste de KS para a verificação da normalidade da amostra, em seguida analisados por testes estatísticos Wilcoxon e T-Student, com nível de significância p≤0.05. RESULTADOS: Houve diferença significativa importante quando comparado o EVA inicial com o EVA final, com p=0,000. Em relação ao QIF não houve diferença significativa quando comparado o inicial com o final, sendo p=0,241. Assim como no TC6 nas variáveis pressão arterial sistólica (p=0,780), pressão arterial diastólica (p=0,257), escala Borg (p=0,435) e distância total percorrida (p=0,765). CONCLUSÃO: A dança como exercício aeróbico em ambiente aquático proporcionou melhora na dor, não apresentando alteração significante nas outras variáveis.

Fibromyalgia is one of the most frequent rheumatological diseases and with a higher incidence in the female population. Physiotherapy in general is one of the treatments used to minimize symptoms and aquatic therapy has been showing better results". OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the pain level, life quality, fatigue, diastolic and systolic blood pressure, and total distance covered of women with fibromyalgic, before and after therapy with jazz dance in aquatic environment. METHOD: A longitudinal study with semiprobabilistic sample was carried out after approval by the Ethics Committee of Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie. There were 10 volunteers, aged between 40 and 70 years. They were submitted to 22 sessions, being it twice per week and contemplating 20 minutes of initial stretching, 30 minutes of dance and 10 minutes of relaxation. Data were collected through the use of scales: Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (QIF), Borg Scale (Fatigue) and 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) that were applied at the beginning and end of the collections, and analog pain scale (EVA), which was applied at the beginning and at the end of each intervention. The data were initially submitted to the KS test to verify the normality of the sample, then analyzed by Wilcoxon and Student T tests, with significance level p ≤ 0.05 (5%). RESULTS: There was a significant difference when the initial EVA was related to the final EVA, with p = 0.000. Regarding QIF, there was no significant difference when comparing initial and the final EVA, with p = 0.241. Even as the TC6 in the variables systolic blood pressure (P = 0.780), diastolic blood pressure (p = 0.257), Borg scale (p = 0.435), and total distance covered (p = 0.765). CONCLUSION: Dance as an aerobic exercise in aquatic environment provided an improvement in pain.

Hydrotherapy Reduces Arterial Stiffness in Pregnant Women With Chronic Hypertension. / A Hidroterapia Reduz a Rigidez Arterial em Gestantes Hipertensas Crônicas.

Background Chronic hypertension (CH) and high arterial stiffness (AS) increase the risk of complications during pregnancy, such as superimposed preeclampsia and low fetal growth. Objective To evaluate the impact of hydrotherapy, a non-pharmacological treatment strategy, on AS in pregnant women with CH. Methods Cross-sectional study evaluating the effect of a standardized hydrotherapy session on AS in pregnant women with CH and controls. We used the device Mobil-O-Graph® NG to measure blood pressure (BP), heart rate (HR), and AS before and after a hydrotherapy session involving stretching, warming up, strengthening, and relaxation. The level of significance adopted in the statistical analyses was 5%. Results We evaluated 36 pregnant women, including 12 with hypertension (HG) and 24 controls (CG), aged 30.4 ± 4.8 years and at 29.2 ± 3.3 gestational weeks. Hydrotherapy promoted in both groups a significant reduction in AS assessed by the augmentation index at a HR of 75 bpm (AIx@75) (HG: 28.8 ± 7.3%, before; 22.4 ± 6.9%, after; p = 0.024; and CG: 29.1 ± 7.4%, before; 22.9 ± 6.6%, after; p = 0.001), as well as a reduction in HR (HG: 93.4 ± 11.8 bpm, before; 82.4 ± 10.0 bpm, after; p < 0.001; and CG: 91.4 ± 13.4 bpm, before; 81.5 ± 12.6 bpm, after; p < 0.001), but a nonsignificant reduction in BP. Conclusion We demonstrated that a hydrotherapy session acutely reduces AS assessed by AIx@75, and may represent a potential non-pharmacological strategy to prevent maternal and fetal complications in pregnant women with CH. (Arq Bras Cardiol. 2020; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0).