Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Kinesiology Taping and Standard Physiotherapy Procedures in Musculoskeletal System Disorders in Dancers

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (01) ◽  
pp. 45-52
Author(s):  
Marlena Drężewska ◽  
Zofia Śliwińska ◽  
Marzena Wiernicka ◽  
Zbigniew Śliwiński ◽  
Grzegorz Śliwiński
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Musculoskeletal System ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dance Theater ◽  
Experienced Pain ◽  
Days Of Therapy

Abstract Objectives The objective of this study was to assess the effectiveness of application of Kinesiology Taping for musculoskeletal system disorders in dancers, in comparison with the standard physiotherapy procedures. Design Cross-sectional study. Methods Examined were 77 dancers of the Dance Theater from Poland, both male and female (58 women and 19 men), 18–25 years old (M=20.03, SD=2.67), who experienced pain in musculoskeletal system and who specialized in jazz dancing. All the examined patients had undergone a three weeks long therapy. In the test group (N=52), Kinesiology Taping was applied to the selected groups of muscles, peripheral joints and spine, with the tapes being replaced 3 times, after each 7 days of therapy. In the control group (N=25), the standard physiotherapy procedures were applied. For the assessment of effectiveness of the therapies, there were used: interviews, measurement of pelvic static, measurement of muscle strength with a dynamometer, measurement of hip joint range of motion with a digital inclinometer and measurement of pain with VAS. Results Kinesiology Taping application has brought significant improvements in recovering proper pelvic static, increasing muscle strength, extending active range of motion of hip joints and lowering level of subjective sensation of pain. Conclusions Effectiveness of the Kinesiology Taping application for musculoskeletal system disorders in dancers is comparable with the standard physiotherapy procedures, which makes it possible to obtain a similar therapeutic effect, using the painless, well accepted by patients method of treatment, which is addition costs less.

scholarly journals Avaliação da percepção sensorial ao gosto salgado em pessoas hipertensas

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 394
Author(s):  
Joelton Rocha Gomes ◽  
Evely Rocha Lima ◽  
Jamille Marinho Brazil ◽  
Daniel De Melo Silva ◽  
Gisele Bomfim Pereira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Sensory Threshold ◽  
Taste Threshold ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Social ◽  
Salty Taste

RESUMOObjetivo: avaliar a percepção gustativa ao gosto salgado em pessoas com hipertensão arterial sistêmica. Método: trata-se de um estudo quantitativo, descritivo e transversal, realizado com indivíduos diagnosticados com hipertensão arterial, caracterizando o grupo teste, e com indivíduos não hipertensos, definindo o grupo controle. Realizou-se este estudo no segundo semestre de 2017. Executou-se o teste de estímulo da boca toda para o gosto salgado a fim de avaliar o limiar gustativo. Utilizou-se, para a comparação entre as médias de dados não pareados, o teste de Mann-Whitney a 5% de probabilidade. Estudaram-se as análises no Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, apresentando os resultados em forma de figura e tabela. Resultados: observou-se que, na primeira e segunda seções, que continham as menores concentrações de NaCl, 0,09 g/L e 0,18 g/L, respectivamente, 54% do grupo controle conseguiu detectar o gosto salgado, resultado muito maior que o do grupo teste (18,82%). Conclusão: notou-se que o limiar gustativo para o gosto salgado foi maior nos indivíduos hipertensos quando comparados aos indivíduos normotensos. Descritores: Doença Crônica; Paladar; Comportamento Alimentar; Limiar Sensorial; Limiar Gustativo; Hipertensão.ABSTRACT Objective: to evaluate gustatory perception of salty taste in people with systemic arterial hypertension. Method: this is a quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional study of individuals diagnosed with arterial hypertension, characterizing the test group, and non-hypertensive individuals, defining the control group. This study was carried out in the second half of 2017. The whole mouth stimulus test for the salty taste was performed in order to evaluate the taste threshold. The Mann-Whitney test at 5% probability was used to compare unpaired mean data. The analyzes were studied in the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, presenting the results in figure and table form. Results: it was observed that in the first and second sections, containing the lowest concentrations of NaCl, 0.09 g / L and 0.18 g / L, respectively, 54% of the control group was able to detect salty taste, higher than that of the test group (18.82%). Conclusion: it was observed that the taste threshold for salty taste was higher in hypertensive individuals when compared to normotensive individuals. Descriptors: Chronic Disease; Palate; Food Behavior; Sensory Threshold; Threshold; Hypertension.RESUMEN Objetivo: evaluar la percepción gustativa del gusto salado en personas con hipertensión arterial sistémica. Método: se trata de un estudio cuantitativo, descriptivo y transversal, realizado con individuos diagnosticados con hipertensión arterial, caracterizando el grupo test, y con individuos no hipertensos, definiendo el grupo control. Se realizó este estudio en el segundo semestre de 2017. Se ejecutó la prueba de estímulo de la boca entera para el gusto salado a fin de evaluar el umbral gustativo. Se utilizó, para la comparación entre los promedios de datos no pareados, la prueba de Mann-Whitney al 5% de probabilidad. Se estudiaron los análisis en el Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, presentando los resultados en forma de figura y tabla. Resultados: se observó que, en la primera y segunda secciones, que contenían las menores concentraciones de NaCl, 0,09 g / L y 0,18 g / L, respectivamente, el 54% del grupo control logró detectar el gusto salado, mayor que el del grupo de prueba (18,82%). Conclusión: se notó que el umbral gustativo para el gusto salado fue mayor en los individuos hipertensos cuando comparados a los individuos normotensos. Descritores: Enfermedad Crónica; El Gusto; Comportamiento Alimenticio; Umbral Sensorial; Umbral Gustativo; Hipertensión. 

scholarly journals Frequency of MTHFR G1793A polymorphism in individuals with early coronary artery disease: cross-sectional study

2013 ◽  
Vol 131 (5) ◽  
pp. 296-300 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Ivo Moritz Neto ◽  
Joel Rolim de Moura Junior ◽  
Darlene Camati Persuhn
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Coronary Artery Disease ◽  
Coronary Artery ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Artery Disease

CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: Atherosclerotic disease is the leading cause of death in Brazil. It is a complex disease and its prevention involves identification and control of risk factors. Moderately increased plasma homocysteine concentration (hyperhomocysteinemia) has been considered to be a risk factor for several vascular diseases. Mutations in the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) enzyme, which is involved in homocysteine metabolism, have been investigated as potential vascular disease risk factors. G1793A polymorphism was described in 2002 and there are few studies analyzing its involvement in diseases. The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of G1793A polymorphism in subjects with early coronary artery disease (CAD). DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional study with control group conducted at a private cardiology clinic and a molecular biology laboratory (Universidade do Vale do Itajaí). METHODS: We studied 74 early-onset CAD+ patients and 40 CAD- individuals with normal angiography results. DNA was extracted from blood samples. Molecular data were obtained via PCR/RFLP and agarose gel electrophoresis. RESULTS: The occurrence of G1793A heterozygotes was similar in the control (5%) and test (6.25%) groups, thus showing that in the population studied there was no correlation between the marker and occurrences of early CAD. There was also no association between the polymorphism and the risk factors for atherosclerosis. CONCLUSIONS: The frequency of the 1793A allele in the test group (3.4%) was similar to what was found in the control individuals (2.5%). There was no correlation between G1793A polymorphism and occurrences of early CAD in this population.

scholarly journals Assessment of Spinal Range of Motion and Musculoskeletal Discomfort in Forklift Drivers. A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 2947
Author(s):  
Juan Rabal-Pelay ◽  
Cristina Cimarras-Otal ◽  
Noel Marcen-Cinca ◽  
Andrés Alcázar-Crevillén ◽  
Carmen Laguna-Miranda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Movement Pattern ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Office Workers ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Lateral Bending ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Heavy Loads ◽  
The Right

Forklifts are commonly used in industrial supply chains to transport heavy loads. Forklift drivers have the risk of developing musculoskeletal discomfort derived from the movement pattern required at work. This research aimed to investigate the spinal range of motion (ROM) and musculoskeletal discomfort of forklift drivers and compare it with a control group. Forklift drivers (39 males) and office workers (31 males) were recruited to assess cervical, thoracic, and lumbar ROM with an electronic double inclinometer. Additionally, musculoskeletal discomfort was registered with the Cornell Discomfort Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. Forklift drivers showed a higher cervical discomfort and ROM of lateral lumbar bending than office workers. Both groups reported lower ROM in cervical and lumbar lateral bending on the right side versus the left side. No differences of asymmetry were reported for any variable between groups. Specific exercise programs may correct these mobility imbalances.

scholarly journals Oral health status among transgender young adults: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaur Manpreet ◽  
Mohammed B. Ajmal ◽  
Syed Ahmed Raheel ◽  
Mohammed C. Saleem ◽  
Khan Mubeen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Behavioral Risk ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Effective Prevention ◽  
Health Parameters

Abstract Background Transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) people are a marginalized set of the population that continues to experience health care inequalities. This study aimed to assess oral health parameters including Candida growth and intensity among TGNC adults. Methods This cross-sectional study recruited two subgroups: 40 transgender and 40 control adults. Consented participants were interviewed and clinically examined. Data using the WHO oral health assessment forms were obtained. Samples for Candida growth and intensity analysis were collected from the dorsum surface of the tongue. Results 27.5% of the transgender group was HIV seropositive. Oral nicotine stomatitis and leukoplakia are reported to be the most prevalent intra-oral lesions showing a prevalence of 27.5% and 20%, respectively. The dental and periodontal health parameters of the transgender group were worse than those of the control group. The intensity of Candida colonies was significantly higher in the test group (p = 0.014). Conclusion Poor oral health and significant oral mucosal disorders were reported in transgender adults that have shown a higher rate of behavioral risk factors such as tobacco and alcohol consumption. Further longitudinal studies in different world regions are warranted to understand the barriers to good oral health in transgender adults and how to implement effective prevention and management strategies.

scholarly journals Is salivary fluoride a better noninvasive indicator of progressive periodontal disease than invasive serum fluoride – A Cross Sectional study

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 3756-3759
Author(s):  
Dr. Suryakanth Malgikar ◽  
Dr. Madanika P
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Disease Severity ◽  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Dental Fluorosis ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Group I ◽  
Electrode Method

Periodontitis is seen as resulting from a complex interplay of bacterial infection and host response, modified by behavioral and systemic risk factors.There is high prevalence of endemic fluorosis among the patients in certain regions in India and scarcity of information on the effects of levels of fluoride in serum and saliva to the periodontal disease severity. Aim of the present study was to estimate the levels of fluoride in serum and saliva and in ground water of chronic periodontitis subjects in the endemic fluorosed area and to correlate the levels of fluoride in serum and saliva to the periodontal disease severity.140 subjects were divided into two groups. Group I (Test group) consisted of 100 dental subjects diagnosed with dental fluorosis and chronic periodontitis. Group II (Control group) consisted of 40 non-fluorosed subjects. Ion selective electrode method was used for assessingthe fluoride in serumand saliva. There was no significant correlation between salivary and serum fluoride levels and the periodontal disease severity. However the mean salivary fluoride levels were found to significantly influence the dental fluorosis severity (p<0.005*).

Shoulder External- and Internal-Rotation Isokinetic Strength in Master’s Swimmers

2005 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deb West ◽  
Gisela Sole ◽  
S. John Sullivan
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Internal Rotation ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Peak Torque ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shoulder External Rotation ◽  
Torque Values ◽  
Shoulder Muscle Strength

Objectives:To establish muscle-strength and -balance profiles for shoulder external rotation (ER) and internal rotation (IR) in master’s swimmers.Design:Cross-sectional study.Setting:Laboratory.Participants:Six male and seven female master’s swimmers and a matched control group.Measurements:Concentric and eccentric ER and IR shoulder movements were recorded (Kin-Com™ isokinetic dynamometer). Peak-torque values, concentric ER:IR ratios, eccentric ER:IR (conventional) ratios, and eccentric ER:concentric IR (functional) ratios were examined between groups.Results:Mean peak-torque values ranged from 21.23 to 37.69 N · m for the swimmers, which, although 15% to 27% greater than those of the controls, were not statistically different. Conventional (0.78:0.86) and functional (1.06:1.17) ratios did not differ between groups.Conclusions:These data will contribute to the development of guidelines for assessing shoulder-muscle strength in Master’s swimmers.

Range of motion and muscle function on shoulder joints of young handball athletes

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Luis Ceballos-Laita ◽  
Alberto Pérez-Manzano ◽  
Teresa Mingo-Gómez ◽  
Ignacio Hernando-Garijo ◽  
Ricardo Medrano-De-La-Fuente ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Internal Rotation ◽  
Muscle Function ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Posterior Part ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shoulder Range Of Motion ◽  
Rotation Strength

BACKGROUND: The detection of primary risk factors through the assessment of shoulder range of motion (ROM) and muscle function could prevent injuries in the initial stages of the handball (HB) practice. OBJECTIVE: To compare shoulder ROM, muscle strength and muscle extensibility between throwing and non-throwing shoulders in young HB athletes and between non-HB athletes. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was designed. Participants aged between 14–16 years that practice physical activity regularly were included and divided in two groups. The HB group included volunteers who practiced HB, the control group included volunteers who practiced other activities. The variables measured were internal rotation and external rotation ROM, maximum isometric strength, and extensibility of the tissues of the posterior part of the throwing and non-throwing shoulder. RESULTS: Thirty-seven subjects were included. The HB group (n= 19) showed greater ROM in both shoulders compared to the control group (n= 18) (p< 0.05). The throwing shoulder of the HB group showed less internal rotation ROM, greater external rotation ROM and greater internal rotation strength when compared to the non-throwing shoulder (p< 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The results of the study suggest that young HB athletes present differences in shoulder ROM compared to non-HB athletes. Also, HB athletes showed differences in ROM and strength between the TS and non-TS. Hence, the assessment of the shoulder ROM and muscle function should be taken into consideration to avoid injuries in this population.

scholarly journals Lung function in post-poliomyelitis syndrome: a cross-sectional study

2013 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 455-460 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudio Andre Barbosa de Lira ◽  
Fabio Carderelli Minozzo ◽  
Bolivar Saldanha Sousa ◽  
Rodrigo Luiz Vancini ◽  
Marilia dos Santos Andrade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Lung Function ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Paralytic Poliomyelitis ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Strength Assessment ◽  
Maximal Voluntary Ventilation

OBJECTIVE: To compare lung function between patients with post-poliomyelitis syndrome and those with sequelae of paralytic poliomyelitis (without any signs or symptoms of post-poliomyelitis syndrome), as well as between patients with post-poliomyelitis syndrome and healthy controls. METHODS: Twenty-nine male participants were assigned to one of three groups: control; poliomyelitis (comprising patients who had had paralytic poliomyelitis but had not developed post-poliomyelitis syndrome); and post-poliomyelitis syndrome. Volunteers underwent lung function measurements (spirometry and respiratory muscle strength assessment). RESULTS: The results of the spirometric assessment revealed no significant differences among the groups except for an approximately 27% lower mean maximal voluntary ventilation in the post-poliomyelitis syndrome group when compared with the control group (p = 0.0127). Nevertheless, the maximal voluntary ventilation values for the post-poliomyelitis group were compared with those for the Brazilian population and were found to be normal. No significant differences were observed in respiratory muscle strength among the groups. CONCLUSIONS: With the exception of lower maximal voluntary ventilation, there was no significant lung function impairment in outpatients diagnosed with post-poliomyelitis syndrome when compared with healthy subjects and with patients with sequelae of poliomyelitis without post-poliomyelitis syndrome. This is an important clinical finding because it shows that patients with post-poliomyelitis syndrome can have preserved lung function.

scholarly journals Relative difference in muscle strength between patients with knee osteoarthritis and healthy controls when tested bilaterally and joint-inclusive: an exploratory cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Vårbakken ◽  
H. Lorås ◽  
K. G. Nilsson ◽  
M. Engdal ◽  
A. K. Stensdotter
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Knee Osteoarthritis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Kinetic Chain ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Ankle Joints

Abstract Background To improve the goal-directedness of strength exercises for patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA), physical rehabilitation specialists need to know which muscle-groups are most substantially weakened across the kinetic chain of both lower extremities. The purpose was to improve the knowledge base for strength exercise therapy. The objective was to explore the relative differences in muscle strength in the main directions bilaterally across the hip, knee, and ankle joints between patients with light-to-moderate symptomatic and radiographic KOA and people without knee complaints. Methods The design was an exploratory, patient vs. healthy control, and cross-sectional study in primary/secondary care. Twenty-eight patients with mild to moderate KOA (18 females, mean age 61) and 31 matched healthy participants (16 females, mean age 55), participated. Peak strength was tested concentrically or isometrically in all main directions for the hip, knee, and ankle joints bilaterally, and compared between groups. Strength was measured by a Biodex Dynamometer or a Commander II Muscle Tester (Hand-Held Dynamometer). Effect sizes (ES) as Cohen’s d were applied to scale and rank the difference in strength measures between the groups. Adjustment for age was performed by analysis of covariance. Results The most substantial muscle weaknesses were found for ankle eversion and hip external and internal rotation in the involved leg in the KOA-group compared to the control-group (ES [95% CI] −0.73 [−1.26,-0.20], − 0.74 [−1.26,-0.21], −0.71 [−1.24,-0.19], respectively; p < 0.01). Additionally, smaller but still significant moderate muscle weaknesses were indicated in four joint–strength directions: the involved leg’s ankle inversion, ankle plantar flexion, and knee extension, as well as the uninvolved leg’s ankle dorsal flexion (p < 0.05). There was no significant difference for 17 of 24 tests. Conclusions For patients with KOA between 45 and 70 years old, these explorative findings indicate the most substantial weaknesses of the involved leg to be in ankle and hip muscles with main actions in the frontal and transverse plane in the kinetic chain of importance during gait. Slightly less substantial, they also indicate important weakness of the knee extensor muscles. Confirmatory studies are needed to further validate these exploratory findings.

DYSLIPIDEMIA IN THYROID DISORDERS

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kashish Narula ◽  
Narendra Kumar Dara ◽  
Shyam Lal Meena
Keyword(s):  
Lipid Metabolism ◽  
Thyroid Dysfunction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Thyroid Disorders ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Carbohydrate And Lipid Metabolism ◽  
History Of ◽  
Thyroid Profile ◽  
Basal Energy Expenditure

Background: Thyroid hormones influence nearly all major metabolic pathways. Their most obvious and well-known action is the increase in basal energy expenditure obtained by acting on protein, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. The lipid metabolism is more influenced by the thyroid hormone. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 patients with suspicion of thyroid disorders were taken as cases. One hundred patients with normal thyroid profile and no history of other chronic diseases were taken as control group. Results: The serum TC, TG and LDL levels in hypothyroid individuals (both overt and subclinical) were significantly higher than euthyroid subjects but the levels were comparable between hyperthyroid and euthyroid group. Conclusion: Dyslipidemias are associated with thyroid disorders, so biochemical screening for thyroid dysfunction in all dyslipidemic patients. Therefore, patients presenting with dyslipidemia are recommended for investigation to explore thyroid dysfunction. Keywords: Thyroid profile, Total cholesterol, Triglycerides and LDL

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document