Mechanical Lymphatic Drainage (RAGodoy®): Literature Review

Resumo: A drenagem linfática manual (DLM) realizada por massagem linfática, no pós-operatório de abdominoplastia com core lipoaspiração, pode promover resolução mais rápida do edema. Dessa forma, este presente estudo tem como objetivo demonstrar o efeito da drenagem linfática na abdominoplastia, expondo a importância do emprego da técnica no pós-operatório imediato para a diminuição de edemas. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa, realizada através do levantamento nas bases de dados Lilacs, Scielo e Medline. A busca das publicações foi realizada no período de 2016 a 2021, através dos seguintes descritores: abdominoplastia, drenagem linfático e pós-operatório. Os estudos analisados acerca da temática proposta permitem inferir que a drenagem linfática manual auxilia na recuperação do pós-operatório da abdominoplastia mostrando ser uma área fundamentada em resultados concretos, onde se busca melhorar a aparência estética e a função, principalmente pela melhora da dor obtida com o tratamento. Palavras – Chave: Abdominoplastia, Drenagem linfática, Pós-operatório. Abstract: Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) performed by lymphatic massage in the postoperative period of abdominoplasty with core liposuction can promote faster resolution of the edema. Thus, this present study aims to demonstrate the effect of lymphatic drainage in abdominoplasty, exposing the importance of using the technique in the immediate postoperative period to reduce edema. This is an integrative review, carried out through a survey in Lilacs, Scielo and Medline databases. The search for publications was carried out from 2016 to 2021, using the following descriptors: abdominoplasty, lymphatic drainage and postoperative period. The studies analyzed on the proposed theme allow us to infer that manual lymphatic drainage helps in the recovery of the postoperative period of abdominoplasty, showing that it is an area based on concrete results, where one seeks to improve the aesthetic appearance and function, mainly by improving the pain obtained with the treatment. Keywords: Abdominoplasty, Lymphatic drainage, Postoperative.

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Challenges in Diagnosis and Management of External Ear Melanoma Case Report and Literature Review

Journal of Clinical Review & Case Reports ◽

10.33140/jcrc.04.06.02 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 4 (6) ◽

Keyword(s):

Malignant Melanoma ◽

Literature Review ◽

Neck Region ◽

Lymphatic Drainage ◽

Skin Lesions ◽

Anatomical Site ◽

External Ear ◽

Cutaneous Lesions ◽

Regional Lymph Nodes ◽

Number Of Publications

Primary external ear melanomais a rare disease that accounts for only 1% of all cutaneous melanomas and only 14,5% of cutaneous melanomas of the head and neck region [1]. The external ear represents a site with high ultraviolet exposure and predisposed to various cutaneous lesions. The path physiology of these tumors is different from other skin lesions because of their specific anatomical site close to cartilage, lymphatic drainage and functional characteristics. Malignant melanoma of the ear was considered to be very aggressive, with a propensity for spreading to both regional lymph nodes and distant sites. Surgical management of external ear melanoma has always been a challenge between avoiding aggressive amputations, achieving an aesthetic pleasant result and adequate oncologic control. According to our literature review a limited number of publications exist regarding malignant melanoma of the external ear. We present the case of a 69-year-old woman, who was presented at the Department of Dermatology because of an ulcerated lesion in the helix part of the left ear. Clinical, histopathological and immunohistochemical examination confirmed the diagnosis of malignant melanoma of the external ear, nodular type, ulcerated.

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Physical therapy in the treatment of body aesthetics dysfunctions - literature review.

Manual Therapy Posturology & Rehabilitation Journal ◽

10.17784/mtprehabjournal.2014.12.194 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 12 ◽

pp. 194 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Jane Guiname Mota Silva ◽

Eduardo Filoni ◽

Fátima Faní Fitz

Keyword(s):

Physical Therapy ◽

Literature Review ◽

Lymphatic Drainage ◽

The Body ◽

Controlled Trials ◽

Skin Laxity ◽

Low Intensity ◽

Bipolar Radiofrequency ◽

Tissue Manipulation ◽

Larger Sample

Introduction: The esthetic disorders, such as skin laxity, localized fat and cellulite, arecommon complaints among the population in general. The physiotherapy providestechniques for treatment of these dysfunctions noninvasively. Objective: To review thephysical therapy techniques used to treat the body dysfunction aesthetic through aliterature review. Method: It was performed a literature review of studies publishedbetween September/1997 and October/2013, in Portuguese or English, in the Scielo,PEDro, Pubmed, Lilacs e Medline database. Results: A total of 1.165 articles were found.Of these, 37 were potentially eligible after reading the title and summary, and a total of11 studies were included. The studies addressed some techniques like radiofrequency,combination of bipolar radiofrequency, infrared, vacuum and mechanical massage(Velashape), ultrasound of high intensity focused, cellulite cream, mechanical massage,lymphatic drainage and tissue manipulation, ultrasound of low intensity, andcryolipolysis. Conclusion: We conclude that the physical therapy techniques areeffectives, safe and well tolerated by patients in the treatment of localized fat. They helpto sculpt the body and to reduce cellulite. However, it is necessary to performrandomized controlled trials, with larger sample size, since the majority of the includedstudies are prospective and retrospective clinical trials.

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Effect of Computerized Auditory Training on Speech Perception of Adults With Hearing Impairment

Perspectives on Aural Rehabilitation and Its Instrumentation ◽

10.1044/arri20.3.91 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 20 (3) ◽

pp. 91-106 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Rachel Pizarek ◽

Valeriy Shafiro ◽

Patricia McCarthy

Keyword(s):

Hearing Loss ◽

Speech Perception ◽

Literature Review ◽

Low Cost ◽

Experimental Designs ◽

Auditory Training ◽

Hearing Impairments ◽

Communicative Disorders ◽

And Training

Computerized auditory training (CAT) is a convenient, low-cost approach to improving communication of individuals with hearing loss or other communicative disorders. A number of CAT programs are being marketed to patients and audiologists. The present literature review is an examination of evidence for the effectiveness of CAT in improving speech perception in adults with hearing impairments. Six current CAT programs, used in 9 published studies, were reviewed. In all 9 studies, some benefit of CAT for speech perception was demonstrated. Although these results are encouraging, the overall quality of available evidence remains low, and many programs currently on the market have not yet been evaluated. Thus, caution is needed when selecting CAT programs for specific patients. It is hoped that future researchers will (a) examine a greater number of CAT programs using more rigorous experimental designs, (b) determine which program features and training regimens are most effective, and (c) indicate which patients may benefit from CAT the most.

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Taking Care of Children After Traumatic Brain Injury

Perspectives on School-Based Issues ◽

10.1044/sbi13.3.79 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 13 (3) ◽

pp. 79-86 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Julie Haarbauer-Krupa

Keyword(s):

Traumatic Brain Injury ◽

Brain Injury ◽

Literature Review ◽

School Setting ◽

Leadership Role ◽

Speech Language Pathologists ◽

Educational Information ◽

Taking Care

AbstractPurpose: The purpose of this article is to inform speech-language pathologists in the schools about issues related to the care of children with traumatic brain injury.Method: Literature review of characteristics, outcomes and issues related to the needs serving children.Results: Due to acquired changes in cognition, children with traumatic brain injury have unique needs in a school setting.Conclusions: Speech-Language Pathologists in the school can take a leadership role with taking care of children after a traumatic brain injury and coordination of medical and educational information.

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