The use of periodized exercise prescription in rehabilitation: a systematic scoping review of literature

Objective: To describe the use of periodized exercise prescription with patients in the context of rehabilitation. Data source: The following databases were searched: The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE, PubMed, CINAHL, ScienceDirect, PEDro, Web of Science, SPORTDiscus, SAGE and Google Scholar. Databases were searched from inception to March 2018. Results: The literature search yielded 1772 articles with 1755 being excluded leaving 17 articles in total for the full review. Methodological quality and internal validity of the included papers were lacking. The included studies failed to indicate in which phase rehabilitation had occurred. Programme structure relating to the use of a familiarization phase, sequencing of exercises and structuring of specific phases (i.e. macrocycle, mesocycle and microcycle) was not present and lacked consistency across the board. Conclusion: Periodization models of exercise prescription are being used within a variety of population groups in the rehabilitation setting. Integration of periodization principles into a rehabilitation programme still however remains a challenge. Although there is a lack of consistency with regard to the structure and implementation of a periodized model of exercise prescription in the rehabilitation context, it seems to be an alternative way in which to prescribe exercise within the rehabilitation setting.

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Efficacy of Topical 5% Acyclovir-1% Hydrocortisone Cream (ME-609) for Treatment of Herpes Labialis: a systematic review

Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciências ◽

10.1590/0001-3765201520140701 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 87 (2 suppl) ◽

pp. 1415-1420 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

MARIA INÊS DA ROSA ◽

SUÉLI L. SOUZA ◽

BRUNA F. DE FARIAS ◽

PATRÍCIA D.S. PIRES ◽

EDUARDO R. DONDOSSOLA ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Herpes Simplex ◽

Literature Search ◽

Reference Lists ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Herpes Labialis ◽

Central Register

We performed a systematic review with the objective of verifying the efficacy of topical use 5% Acyclovir-1% Hydrocortisone cream compared to the placebo group for herpes simplex labialis treatment. We performed a literature search using MEDLINE, Embase, BIOSIS, LILACS, Scopus, Grey literature, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, the ISI Web of Science and IBECS from 1990 to June 2014. We reported the outcomes using relative risk (RR) with 95% confidence intervals. The literature search yielded 180 potentially relevant publications. Reviews of the reference lists yielded two further citations. Among these papers, two were considered eligible for inclusion in this review. Both trials included 1,213 patients. A meta-analysis of these studies showed a RR = 0.77, (95% CI 0.70-0.86; p<0.001).This result suggests that an early episodic treatment with the combination of an antiviral and a steroid is beneficial for herpes simplex labialis treatment.

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Metabolomics Studies in Psoriatic Disease: A Review

Metabolites ◽

10.3390/metabo11060375 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (6) ◽

pp. 375

Author(s):

John Koussiouris ◽

Nikita Looby ◽

Melanie Anderson ◽

Vathany Kulasingam ◽

Vinod Chandran

Keyword(s):

Psoriatic Arthritis ◽

Small Molecules ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Citation Index ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Psoriatic Disease ◽

Ovid Medline ◽

Standardized Protocol ◽

Central Register ◽

Endogenous Metabolites

Metabolomics investigates a broad range of small molecules, allowing researchers to understand disease-related changes downstream of the genome and proteome in response to external environmental stimuli. It is an emerging technology that holds promise in identifying biomarkers and informing the practice of precision medicine. In this review, we summarize the studies that have examined endogenous metabolites in patients with psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) or mass spectrometry (MS) and were published through 26 January 2021. A standardized protocol was used for extracting data from full-text articles identified by searching OVID Medline ALL, OVID Embase, OVID Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and BIOSIS Citation Index in Web of Science. Thirty-two studies were identified, investigating various sample matrices and employing a wide variety of methods for each step of the metabolomics workflow. The vast majority of studies identified metabolites, mostly amino acids and lipids that may be associated with psoriasis diagnosis and activity. Further exploration is needed to identify and validate metabolomic biomarkers that can accurately and reliably predict which psoriasis patients will develop psoriatic arthritis, differentiate psoriatic arthritis patients from patients with other inflammatory arthritides and measure psoriatic arthritis activity.

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Prevalence of Burnout Syndrome for Public Schoolteachers in the Brazilian Context: A Systematic Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18041606 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (4) ◽

pp. 1606

Author(s):

Natalia P. Montoya ◽

Lia C. O. B. Glaz ◽

Lucas A. Pereira ◽

Irineu Loturco

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Public Schools ◽

Emotional Exhaustion ◽

Methodological Quality ◽

Literature Search ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Teaching Quality ◽

Burnout Syndrome ◽

Database Searching ◽

Exclusion Criteria

The aim of this systematic review was to examine the prevalence of burnout-related symptoms in Brazilian schoolteachers who work in public schools. The literature search was conducted using the following databases: PubMed-MEDLINE, Scopus, and Web of Science. Peer-reviewed studies published in English, Spanish, or Portuguese were considered for inclusion. A total of 2106 records were identified through database searching and 7 additional studies were identified through other sources. Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 19 studies were included in the systematic review. Burnout syndrome prevalence was assessed through seven distinct questionnaires. Overall, the majority of the studies presented high methodological quality. Brazilian schoolteachers exhibited high levels of emotional exhaustion (21–69%), high or moderate degrees of depersonalization (8–32%), and high levels of personal realization and enthusiasm toward the job (30–90%). From these data, it is possible to infer that Brazilian schoolteachers are, in general, affected by burnout syndrome. However, and, surprisingly, they seem to be motivated and idealistic, as demonstrated by their high levels of personal realization and enthusiasm toward the job (30–90%). This likely favors the implementation of programs designed to avoid or reduce burnout, deal with stress, and enhance teaching quality.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with physical exercise for depression, anxiety, fatigue and pain in adults with chronic diseases: systematic review and meta-analysis

10.31236/osf.io/as6c7 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Paquito Bernard ◽

Romain Ahmed Jérôme ◽

Johan Caudroit ◽

Guillaume Chevance ◽

Carayol Marion ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Exercise ◽

Methodological Quality ◽

Randomized Clinical Trials ◽

Behavioral Therapy ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Effect Sizes ◽

Cognitive Behavior ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Depression And Anxiety ◽

Central Register

Objective. The present meta-analysis aimed to determine the overall effect of cognitive behavior therapy combined with physical exercise (CBTEx) interventions on depression, anxiety, fatigue, and pain in adults with chronic illness; to identify the potential moderators of efficacy; and to compare the efficacy of CBTEx versus each condition alone (CBT and physical exercise). Methods. Relevant randomized clinical trials, published before July 2017, were identified through database searches in Pubmed, PsycArticles, CINAHL, SportDiscus and the Cochrane Central Register for Controlled Trials.Results. A total of 30 studies were identified. CBTEx interventions yielded small-to-large effect sizes for depression (SMC = -0.34, 95% CI [-0.53; -0.14]), anxiety (SMC = -0.18, 95% CI [-0.34; -0.03]) and fatigue (SMC = -0.96, 95% CI [-1.43; -0.49]). Moderation analyses revealed that longer intervention was associated with greater effect sizes for depression and anxiety outcomes. Low methodological quality was also associated with increased CBTEx efficacy for depression. When compared directly, CBTEx interventions did not show greater efficacy than CBT alone or physical exercise alone for any of the outcomes. Conclusion. The current literature suggests that CBTEx interventions are effective for decreasing depression, anxiety, and fatigue symptoms, but not pain. However, the findings do not support an additive effect of CBT and exercise on any of the four outcomes compared to each condition alone.

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Safety of Cochlear Implantation in Children 12 Months or Younger: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Otolaryngology ◽

10.1177/01945998211067741 ◽

2022 ◽

pp. 019459982110677

Author(s):

Firas Sbeih ◽

Malek H. Bouzaher ◽

Swathi Appachi ◽

Seth Schwartz ◽

Michael S. Cohen ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Cochlear Implants ◽

Cochlear Implantation ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Ovid Medline ◽

Central Register ◽

Data Source ◽

Anesthetic Complications ◽

Full Text Screening

Objective To systematically review the literature to determine safety of cochlear implantation in pediatric patients 12 months and younger. Data Source Ovid MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) databases were searched from inception to March 20, 2021. Review Methods Studies that involved patients 12 months and younger with report of intraoperative or postoperative complication outcomes were included. Studies selected were reviewed for complications, explants, readmissions, and prolonged hospitalizations. Two independent reviewers screened all studies that were selected for the systematic review and meta-analysis. All studies included were assessed for quality and risk of bias. Results The literature search yielded 269 studies, of which 53 studies underwent full-text screening, and 18 studies were selected for the systematic review and meta-analysis. A total of 449 patients and 625 cochlear implants were assessed. Across all included studies, major complications were noted in 3.1% of patients (95% CI, 0.8-7.1) and 2.3% of cochlear implantations (95% CI, 0.6-5.2), whereas minor complications were noted in 2.4% of patients (95% CI, 0.4-6.0) and 1.8% of cochlear implantations (95% CI, 0.4-4.3). There were no anesthetic complications reported across all included studies. Conclusion The results of this systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that cochlear implantation in patients 12 months and younger is safe with similar rates of complications to older cohorts.

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Febuxostat use and risks of CVD events, death from cardiac-cause and all-cause mortality: metaanalysis of randomized controlled trials

The Journal of Rheumatology ◽

10.3899/jrheum.200307 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. jrheum.200307

Author(s):

Hao Deng ◽

Bao Long Zhang ◽

Jin Dong Tong ◽

Xiu Hong Yang ◽

Hui Min Jin

Keyword(s):

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Relevant Literature ◽

Controlled Trials ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Inclusion Criteria ◽

Randomized Controlled ◽

Central Register ◽

Increased Risk ◽

All Cause Mortality

Objective To assess whether febuxostat use increases the risk of developing cardiovascular events, death from cardiac-cause and all-cause mortalities. Methods The relevant literature was searched in several databases including the MEDLINE (PubMed, 1 Jan. 1966–29 Feb. 2020), Web of science, EMBASE (1 Jan. 1974–29 Feb. 2020), ClinicalTrials.gov and Cochrane Central Register for Controlled Trials. Manual searches for references cited in the original studies and relevant review articles were also performed. All studies included in this metanalysis were published in English. Results In the end, 20 studies that met our inclusion criteria were included in this meta-analysis. Use of febuxostat was found not to be associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality (RR = 0.87, 95% CI 0.57–1.32, P =0.507). Also, there was no association between febuxostat use and mortalities arising from cardiovascular diseases (CVD) (RR = 0.84, 95% CI 0.49–1.45, P=0.528). The RR also revealed that febuxostat use was not associated with CVD events (RR = 0.98, 95% CI 0.83–1.16, P =0.827). Furthermore, the likelihood of occurrence of CVD events was found not to be dependent on febuxostat dose (RR = 1.04, 95% CI 0.84–1.30, P =0.723). Conclusion Febuxostat use is not associated with increased risks of all-cause mortality, death from CVD or CVD events. Accordingly, it is a safe drug for the treatment of gout. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO CRD42019131872

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Overview of the Effect of Complementary Medicine on Treating or Mitigating the Risk of Endometriosis

Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia / RBGO Gynecology and Obstetrics ◽

10.1055/s-0041-1735156 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 43 (12) ◽

pp. 919-925

Author(s):

Firoozeh Mirzaee ◽

Atefeh Ahmadi

Keyword(s):

Complementary Medicine ◽

Methodological Quality ◽

Relevant Literature ◽

Chronic Inflammatory Disease ◽

Reproductive Age ◽

Ca 125 ◽

Caffeine Intake ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Central Register

Abstract Objective Endometriosis is a hormone-dependent chronic inflammatory disease with symptoms such as pelvic pain, which affect the physical, emotional, and social health of women in reproductive age. The current overview article aims to explore the effect of complementary medicine on the treatment or in mitigating the risk of endometriosis. Methods This is an overview article done in Iran. Two separate researchers systematically searched 3 databases (Medline, Scopus, and Cochrane Central Register Trials) until September 2020. The methodological quality of each study was assessed using the assessment of multiple systematic reviews (AMSTAR) tool. Results The results of two reviews suggested that physical activity, tobacco smoking, diet, coffee and caffeine intake had no effect on mitigating the risk of endometriosis or improving its treatment, but acupuncture successfully reduced pain and related marker (serum CA-125) levels. Conclusion As endometriosis is an annoying disease with many complications and is hard to diagnose and treat, related studies in complementary medicine can help patients with endometriosis. Based on the relevant literature review, among the complementary medicine available for the treatment or to mitigate the risk of endometriosis, only acupuncture seems to alleviate the pain of endometriosis.

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Weaning and Extubation Assisted with Conversational Hypnosis : A Systematic Review

10.21203/rs.3.rs-273882/v3 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Johan Wormser ◽

Christophe Romanet ◽

Aurel Bellaïche ◽

François Philippart

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Oxygen Saturation ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Case Series ◽

Anxiety Reduction ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Central Register ◽

Registration Number ◽

The One ◽

Present Systematic Review

Abstract Background : Patients admitted in intensive care units often receive mechanical ventilation. Prior to extubation, weaning process could be a major cause of dyspnea and anxiety in awake intubated patients. Hypnosis is commonly used to manage anxiety and pain. Our hypothesis is that hypnosis would decrease stress during the weaning and extubation process. Methods: This systematic review follows PRISMA Guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020171445). Web of Science, MEDLINE and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases were searched until 11 March 2020. We included all interventional trials assessing hypnotherapy for intubated patients whom were undergoing weaning or extubation. Two of the authors independently screened studies, extracted data and assessed risk of bias from identified trials. Results: One study fulfilled our selection. This case series included 2 patients. Eleven sessions were completed. Dyspnea was not assessed/reported. Hypnotherapy decreased anxiety during the weaning process from a median of 1 point (Interquartile Range: 1.0-2.5). Increase in oxygen saturation is also reported. There was no evidence of neither an anxiety reduction or an oxygen saturation improvement. This is due to the scarcity of publication and the methodological design of the one selected study. Conclusions: We cannot conclude whether or not hypnosis could be recommended in the weaning process of intubated patients. Further studies are needed to assess hypnosis effects. Registration: The present systematic review was registered in the International prospective register of systematic reviews (PROSPERO) under registration number CRD42020171445.

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Assessing the methodological quality of systematic reviews using the AMSTAR tool

Colombian Journal of Anesthesiology ◽

10.5554/22562087.e913 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Ana Beatriz Pizarro ◽

Sebastián Carvajal ◽

Adriana Buitrago-López

Keyword(s):

Systematic Reviews ◽

Health Professionals ◽

Methodological Quality ◽

Critical Appraisal ◽

Internal Validity ◽

Critical Assessment ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Publication Date ◽

Review Of Literature

Introduction: Making decisions based on evidence has been a challenge for health professionals, given the need to have the tools and skills to carry out a critical appraisal of the evidence and assess the validity of the results. Systematic reviews of the literature (SRL) have been used widely to answer questions in the clinical field. Tools have been developed that support the appraisal of the quality of the studies. AMSTAR is one of these, validated and supported by reproducible evidence, which guides the methodological quality of the SRL. Objectives: To show a historical, theoretical and practical guide for critical assessment of systematic reviews using AMSTAR to guide the argumental bases for their use according to the components of this methodological structure in health research, and to provide practical examples of how to apply this checklist. Methods: We conducted a non-exhaustive review of literature in Pubmed and Cochrane Library using “AMSTAR” and “Systematic Reviews” as free terms without language or publication date limit; we also collected information from experts in the evaluation of the quality of the evidence. Conclusions: AMSTAR is an instrument used, validated and supported by reproducible evidence for the evaluation of the internal validity of systematic reviews of the literature. It consists of 16 items that assess the overall methodological quality of an SRL. It is currently used indiscriminately and favorably, but it is not exempt from limitations and future updates based on new reproducibility and validation studies.

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Potencial Evocado Auditivo Mismatch Negativity em músicos e não músicos: Revisão sistematica

Research Society and Development ◽

10.33448/rsd-v10i1.12170 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

pp. e59610112170

Author(s):

Ainoã Ruthy Farias Silva Veras ◽

Ysa Karen Santos Macambira ◽

Ruth Raquel Soares de Farias

Keyword(s):

New York ◽

Mismatch Negativity ◽

Clinical Evidence ◽

Web Of Science ◽

York Academy ◽

Controlled Trials ◽

Cochrane Central Register ◽

Bibliographic Database ◽

Long Latency ◽

Central Register

O potencial evocado de longa latência Mismatch Negativity (MMN) se refere de forma objetiva como método eletrofisiológico às habilidades de discriminação sonora, processamento auditivo, memória auditiva e atenção involuntária em nível central. Tais habilidades são encontradas de maneira distinta entre músicos e não músicos e o MMN é utilizado de forma objetiva para detecta-las. Objetivo: realizar uma revisão sistemática para verificar se existe diferenças de latência e amplitude apresentadas por meio do MMN em músicos e não músicos. Método: A pesquisa foi realizada entre setembro e novembro de 2020, nas bases eletrônicas Pubmed, ScienceDirect, BVS (Lilacs), Scopus, Circumpolar Health Bibliographic Database, SciELO, Embase, Web of science e Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), bem como as bases de literatura cinzenta OpenGrey.eu, DissOnline, The New York Academy of Medicine, Clinical Evidence e Clinical Trials, utilizando os descritores da seguinte forma Music OR musician OR musicians AND potencial mismatch negavitity OR MMN OR evoked potentials auditory OR Long Latency. Resultados: Foram encontrados 9 artigos , sendo que 7 abordavam que os músicos superavam os não músicos em suas latências e amplitudes de MMN, em contraste 2 artigos não diferenciavam as latências e amplitudes entre músicos e não músicos. Conclusão: Os músicos apresentaram em uma grande maioria dos estudos uma superioridade aos não músicos em amplitude, o que significa que as habilidades neurais de discriminação auditiva e comportamentais dos músicos superam aos de não músicos, os músicos apresentaram menor latência de MMN ainda assim superando os não músicos.

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