scholarly journals Kinematic Comparisons of Increased Exercise Repetitions and Intensities on the Dominant and Non-Dominant Upper Limbs for Prevention of Dyskinesia

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haemi JEE
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Exercise Intensity ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
High Exercise Intensity ◽  
Dominant Side

Background: Increased exercise repetitions and intensities need to be compared between dominant and non-dominant sides to prevent asymmetrically conducted movements for possible dyskinesia. Methods: A total of 20 participants were enrolled from Inha University, Incheon, Korea in 2019. They were assessed for comparisons of asymmetrical motion between the dominant and non-dominant arms during the abduction and adduction lateral raises during more than fifteen repetitions and low and high exercise intensity by giving different weight loads based on 1-RM. Results: Repetition led to significant reductions in range of motion for both dominant and non-dominant sides. In addition, increased repetitions led to significant greater reductions in range of motion especially toward the last phases of repetitions. Moreover, the dominant side showed significantly increased accelerations with increased intensities. Conclusion: Increased repetitions and exercise intensity led to reduced range of motion and increased accelerations especially for the dominant sides. Dispersing kinematics should be considered to minimize possible dyskinesia between the symmetric sides when performing repetitive and loading physical activity.  

Comparative Analyses of the Dominant and Non-Dominant Upper Limbs during the Abduction and Adduction Motions

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haemi JEE ◽  
Jaehyun PARK
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Angular Acceleration ◽  
Movement Analysis ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
Phase 0 ◽  
Natural Movement ◽  
Acceleration And Deceleration ◽  
Angular Velocities ◽  
Later Phase ◽  
Dominant Side

Background: Asymmetry in repeated motion may lead to dyskinesia through imbalance in the involved musculoskeletal structures. The dominance sides are also involved greater movement involvement over the nondominant sides. The upper limbs with multiple joints and largest range of motion are prone for unsynchronized coordination. Natural movement analysis is required for application to everyday activities. Methods: Thirty participants were first recruited from Inha University, Incheon, Korea in 2019. Twenty subjects were assessed for comparisons of asymmetrical motion between the dominant and non-dominant arms during the abduction and adduction lateral raises after excluding ten subjects for shoulder pain and lefthandedness. Results: The abduction and adduction motions of the bilateral arms were compared for the angular locations, velocity, and acceleration for every 10 degrees. The angular locations of the dominant side occurred significant earlier in the initial (10°, 20°, 30°) phase and later in the last (10°, 20°) phase of abduction and adduction in comparison to the non-dominant side (P<.05). The angular accelerations of the dominant side were also significantly greater during the initial phase (0°, 10°, 30°) and last phase (0°, 10°, 30°) (P <.05). The angular velocities were significantly greater during the later phase (40, 50, 60°) of abduction (P <.04). Conclusion: Comparative dominant side indicated more controlled movements through the range of motion with greater stability in angular acceleration and deceleration especially during the initial and last phase of abduction and adduction, respectively. Training for control of the specific angular points should be considered during abduction and adduction motions to prevent asymmetry of the bilateral arms.

Image registration analysis of the motion characteristics of sternoclavicular joints in sagittal motion of the upper limbs

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Peng Su ◽  
Junlin Zhou ◽  
Cai Yun ◽  
Feng Liu ◽  
Yi Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Image Registration ◽  
3D Reconstruction ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Human Anatomy ◽  
Horizontal Position ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
Axial Angle ◽  
Rest Position ◽  
Dominant Side

OBJECTIVE: This study aims to accurately measure the range of motion of the sternoclavicular (SC) joint using 3D reconstruction and image registration. The motion of the SC joint is analyzed by means of axial angle representation to identify the kinematical characteristics of this joint. METHODS: A total of 13 healthy volunteers were enrolled in the study. The limit postures of four SC joint movements were scanned by computerized tomography. The images were integrated with reconstruction and registration techniques. The range of motion of the SC joint was measured using 3D modelling. The axial angle was used to indicate the range of motion of the SC joint. The difference between the dominant side and non-dominant side was compared and the differences in axial angle of the SC joint in different postures were compared. RESULTS: The active axial angle of the SC joint on the dominant side was approximately 1∘ higher than that of the non-dominant side when the upper limb moved from a rest position to a posteroinferior position. In the sagittal motion of the upper limbs, the axial angle of the SC joint was greatest when moving from a horizontal position to a posterosuperior position, with an average of 23.55∘. Of the flexion and extension movements of the upper limbs from a rest position to a horizontal position, 13.66% (the smallest proportion) were completed by the SC joint. CONCLUSION: The combination of 3D reconstruction and image registration is a direct and accurate method of measuring the motion of the SC joint. Axial angle representation is an intuitive method of expressing rotation in a 3D space that allows for more convenient comparison; it is also more in line with the characteristics of human anatomy and kinesiology and therefore more accurately reflects the characteristics of joint motion. It is therefore useful for guiding clinical practice. In a physical examination, the extension of the upper limb from the horizontal position to the posterosuperior position and from the rest position to the posteroinferior position can best reflect the rotation function of the SC joint in the combined motion of shoulder joints.

Physical Activity in Aging Population

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 74
Author(s):  
Rezarta Stena ◽  
Klara Hysenaj ◽  
Mitilda Gugu Karoli ◽  
Armelda Teta ◽  
Gjergji Doka
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Heart Rate ◽  
Pain Intensity ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Grip Strength ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Hand Grip ◽  
Trunk Flexibility

It is known that worldwide populations are aging, and also that physical activity can play an important role in minimizing impairments characteristic of old age. Adopting a more active lifestyle and doing regular physical activity, including aerobic and resistance exercises, daily walking etc. have been demonstrated to improve cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal parameters in older adults. We assessed a potential participant from Elbasan (Albania), 67 years, for eligibility to participate in a 5 month training program. The subject gave written informed consent before inclusion.The following parameters were measured at the beginning (baseline) and end of the training period: BMI, body fat percentage, hand grip strength, lower/upper limb and trunk flexibility and range of motion, heart rate, balance, pain intensity, as well as VO2 max, directly and/or an estimate using the Rockport fitness test estimate. An initial evaluation was carried out just before starting the training (baseline). A second evaluation was made 5 months after starting the program of physical exercise (post training). Each evaluation included the recording of health related events, such as any changes in previous symptoms, as well as measurements of balance, flexibility, body composition, coordination, muscle strength, and aerobic capacity, to detect any changes that might have been induced specifically by physical activity. The subject’s attendance and participation in the program was also recorded. Range of motion for each part evaluated (trunk, hip, cervical region and shoulder) is improved about 15-20° degree. BMI, hand grip strength, lower/upper limb and trunk flexibility, heart rate, balance, pain intensity, VO2 max are also improved after training program. Following a training program or a regular physical activity in older adults minimise impairments characteristics in this age and cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal parameters. According to the low importance shown in my country for the physical activity in older adults, I want to emphasize the importance of state structures involvement and the sensibilization of this group of age to stimulate an actively participation in physical training programs followed by professionals for bests life parameters. A higher investment for this age group, building as many facilities as possible for activation and spending quality free time, hiring more physiotherapists in nursing homes will increase life motivation and improve the quality and the parameters of living.

scholarly journals Exercise intensity to maximal aerobic speed, physical activity level and heart rate variability in postmenopausal women

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-70
Author(s):  
Felipe de Ornelas ◽  
Danilo Rodrigues Batista ◽  
Vlademir Meneghel ◽  
Wellington Gonçalves Dias ◽  
Guilherme Borsetti Businari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Postmenopausal Women ◽  
Aerobic Capacity ◽  
Exercise Intensity ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Maximal Aerobic Speed

Physical inactivity is main cause of disease worldwide. Identify the physical exercise preference, resulting in increases adherence and future intention to perform physical activity. The preference of the intensity of exercise questionnaire (PRETIE-Q) is the main tool used to assess preference in physical exercise. Variables as age, body mass index (BMI), usual physical activity level (PAL), maximal oxygen uptake (VO2máx), can influence in PRETIE-Q answers. The purpose of this study was investigate if there is relation between preference for exercise intensity with maximal aerobic speed (MAS), PAL and heart rate variability (HRV) in postmenopausal women phase. Participated of study 30 subjects who answer PRETIE-Q together with analyses of MAS, PAL and HRV. Preference was large correlated with MAS (r = 0.63), PAL (r = 0.57) and HRVRMSSD (r = 0.52). Together, MAS (40.4%), PAL (10.7%) and HRVRMSSD (6.4%) explained 57.5% of the preference score. This results study allow to health professional, that prescribe physical exercise, understand that subjects with high aerobic capacity, cardiovagal modulation and usual PAL will have preference for high intensity exercise. In consequence, can increase the adherence to systematic practice of physical exercise. Conclude that preference of exercise intensity for women in postmenopausal phase is related with aerobic capacity, high HRV and physical activity level.

scholarly journals TEMPORAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, EXERCISE INTENSITY, AND MORTALITY IN OLDER MEN

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (suppl_1) ◽  
pp. 1052-1052 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. Hsu ◽  
D. Merom ◽  
F. Blyth ◽  
V. Naganathan ◽  
D. Handelsman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Exercise Intensity ◽  
Temporal Relationship ◽  
Older Men

Thermal responses during arm and leg and combined arm-leg exercise in water

1984 ◽  
Vol 56 (5) ◽  
pp. 1355-1360 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. M. Toner ◽  
M. N. Sawka ◽  
K. B. Pandolf
Keyword(s):  
Heat Flow ◽  
Exercise Intensity ◽  
Metabolic Responses ◽  
Low Intensity ◽  
Convective Heat Loss ◽  
High Exercise Intensity ◽  
Leg Exercise ◽  
Exercise Type ◽  
Type Of Exercise ◽  
Low Intensity Exercise

Thermal and metabolic responses were examined during exposures in stirred water at approximately 20, 26, and 33 degrees C while subjects were performing 45 min of either arm (A), leg (L), or combined arm-leg (AL) exercise. Eight males immersed to the neck completed a low exercise intensity for A exercise and both a low and high exercise intensity for L and AL exercise. During low-intensity exercise, final metabolic rate (M) for A, L, and AL exercise was not different (P greater than 0.05) between exercise type for each water temperature (Tw). In contrast final rectal temperatures (Tre) for A and AL exercise were significantly lower than L values for each Tw during low-intensity exercise. These findings were supported by both mean weighted skin temperature (Tsk) and mean weighted heat flow (Hc) values, which were greater during A than L for each Tw. During high-intensity exercise, final Tre values were lower (P less than 0.05) during AL compared with L exercise across all Tw. Final Tsk and Hc values were not different between each type of exercise, although M was significantly lower during L exercise in 20 degrees C water. These data suggest a greater conductive and convective heat loss during exercise utilizing the arms when compared with leg-only exercise.

scholarly journals Efficacy of a Culture-Specific Dancing Programme to Meet Current Physical Activity Recommendations in Postmenopausal Women

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (16) ◽  
pp. 5709
Author(s):  
Jennifer Hargan ◽  
Emilie Combet ◽  
Paul Dougal ◽  
Mhairi McGowan ◽  
Mary Ann Lumsden ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Postmenopausal Women ◽  
Exercise Intensity ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Level 3 ◽  
Physical Activity Recommendations ◽  
Activity Recommendations

This study investigated the efficacy of participation in culture-specific dancing to meet current physical activity recommendations and increase cardio-respiratory fitness in postmenopausal women. Sedentary postmenopausal women (n = 24), aged 63 ± 8 years and with BMI of 28 ± 3 kg/m2 completed a 4-week Scottish dancing study. The dancing sessions of approximately 75 min were performed twice a week and each session was based on five Scottish dances performed in 3 sets. Heart rate (HR) measurements were obtained during all dances to evaluate whether the intervention achieves the criteria of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise intensity. Body composition, waist circumference, and HR during Chester Step test were measured before and after dancing intervention. HR achieved during individual dances ranged from 64 ± 5% to 80 ± 5% of HRmax and the mean HR of the five dances corresponded to 72 ± 7% of HRmax. Post-intervention mean HR was lower throughout Level 2 (Pre, 112 ± 13 bpm; Post, 106 ± 13 bpm; p = 0.005) and Level 3 (Pre, 122 ± 14 bpm; Post, 115 ± 14 bpm; p = 0.006) of the Chester test compared with baseline values. The intervention had no impact on body weight or body fat but reduced waist circumference (Pre, 94 ± 8 cm; Post, 91 ± 9 cm; p = 0.006). Thus, traditional Scottish dancing should be advocated to sedentary postmenopausal women, emphasising its potential in meeting current physical activity recommendations in relation of weekly duration and exercise intensity and improving cardiorespiratory fitness.

scholarly journals A Comparative Study of Steroid Injection With or Without Lignocaine in Treating Frozen Shoulder

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alok Pandey ◽  
B Shrestha ◽  
K M Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Steroid Injection ◽  
Frozen Shoulder ◽  
Equal Frequency ◽  
Steroid Injections ◽  
Shoulder Range Of Motion ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Dominant Side

BACKGROUND: Treatment of Frozen shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) is mainly nonoperative. Intra-articular steroid injections and physiotherapy are one of the most effective and useful treatment. Even though intra-articular steroid injections are very effective in inflammatory phase of the disease; patients are reluctant to move their affected shoulder for fear of pain. Thus, they do not follow exercise program properly resulting in poor outcomes.OBJECTIVE: If pain could be reduced, outcome of treatment can improve. Lignocaine, when combined with steroid injection, plays an important role in immediate improvement of pain and active range of motion thereby increasing the overall result. MATERIALS & METHODS: 100 patients with frozen shoulder were selected according to predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria. After randomization by sealed envelope technique, patients were divided into Group A and Group B. Group A patients were injected with 2 ml (80 mg) of methylprednisolone and 3 ml of 1% Lignocaine, and Group B patients were injected with 2 ml (80 mg) of methylprednisolone and 3 ml of Distilled water in the affected shoulder via standard posterior approach. Then half an hour of standard shoulder range of motion (ROM) exercise regimen was performed under supervision. Pre injection and post injection pain level was scored by Visual Analogue Score (VAS) and Subjective satisfaction score (SSS). Shoulder exercises were taught and home based physiotherapy was carried out by patients themselves. They were also prescribed oral analgesics for 5 days and were followed at 1, 3, and 6 weeks. At every follow up visit, they were assessed for improvement via Constant-Murley Score (CMS).RESULTS: The mean age of this study in group A and group B was 56.46 years (SD 10.05) and 57.18 years (SD 8.87) respectively (P0.70). There were 31 male and 19 female in group A as compared to group B where there was 26 males and 24 females (P0.41). In both the groups, maximum number of patients presented at around 10 weeks. In both the groups left side dominated right side with equal frequency (33 left sides and 17 right sides) (P 1.00) and non dominant side outnumbered dominant side with near equal frequency (P 1.00). After the intervention, excellent result in SSS was observed only in group A whereas maximum patients of Group B had only fair result (42 patients). There was statistically significant difference between two groups in terms of pain; Activity of daily living (ADL) and Range of motion (ROM). Patients in group A were able to carry more weight than group B.   In CMS 1 and 6 week total, there was statistically highly significant difference between two groups. CONCLUSION: Even though steroid and physical exercises play important role in managing frozen shoulder, addition of lignocaine to steroid injection seems to be helpful. It relieves immediate pain on movement and improves exercise compliance thereby improving early outcomes. Evaluation of long term benefits of lignocaine injection needs further studies. Journal of Universal College of Medical Sciences (2017) Vol.05 No.01 Issue 15, Page: 22-28 

scholarly journals Chronic Effects of Different Resistance Training Exercise Orders on Flexibility in Elite Judo Athletes

2014 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 129-137 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alam R. Saraiva ◽  
Victor M. Reis ◽  
Pablo B. Costa ◽  
Claudio M. Bentes ◽  
Gabriel V. Costa e Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Resistance Training ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Shoulder Abduction ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
Trunk Flexion ◽  
Resistance Training Program ◽  
Judo Athletes ◽  
Hip Flexion

Abstract The aim of this study was to examine the effects of twelve weeks of resistance training with different exercise orders (upper limbs and lower limbs vs. lower limbs and upper limbs) on flexibility levels in elite judo athletes. Thirtynine male athletes were randomly divided into 3 groups as follows: G1 (n = 13), G2 (n = 13), and CG (n = 13). The flexibility was assessed on 8 joint movements: shoulder flexion and shoulder extension, shoulder abduction and shoulder adduction, trunk flexion and trunk extension, and hip flexion and hip extension. Two-way repeated measures ANOVAs (time [pre-experimental vs. post-experimental] × group [G1 vs. G2 vs. CG]) were used to compare the differences between pre- and post-test situations and the differences among groups. The results from the within-group (pre vs. post) comparisons demonstrated significant increases (p < 0.05) in the range of motion of 3.93 and 5.96% for G1 and G2 training groups, respectively, in all joints. No significant changes (p > 0.05) were observed for the CG. The results from the between-group comparisons demonstrated no significant differences (p > 0.05) in the range of motion between G1post vs. G2post (1.15%). Although both exercise orders (from upper to lower limbs and from lower to upper limbs) increased flexibility, no significant variations were observed between the different exercise orders. Nevertheless, these findings demonstrate that flexibility gains could be obtained with a resistance training program, and thus, more time can be devoted to sports-specific judo training.

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