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Experimental manipulation of leaf litter colonization by aquatic invertebrates in a third order tropical stream
Authors: Uieda VS. , Carvalho EM.
Published: June 2015

Through a manipulative experiment, the colonization of leaf litter by invertebrates was investigated in two sections of a tropical stream (spatial scale) that differed in function of the canopy cover, one with the presence (closed area) and another without riparian vegetation (open area), during one month of the dry and one of the wet season (temporal scale). The work aimed to verify differences related to four variables: season, canopy cover, leaf type and leaf condition. Litter bags containing arboreal and herbaceous leaves (leaf type variable), non-conditioned and preconditioned (leaf condition variable) were placed at the bottom of the stream in each area (canopy cover variable) and season (dry and wet), and removed after 13-day colonization. The analysis of the remaining litter dry mass per leaf bag emphasizes differences related mainly to seasonality, canopy cover and leaf type, although leaf condition was also important when combined with those three factors. Comparing the abundance of invertebrates per treatment, there was a tendency of high predominance of Chironomidae during the dry season and greater taxa diversity and evenness during the wet season, when the water flow increase could alter the availability of microhabitats for local fauna. Even though canopy cover alone was not a significant source of variation in the abundance of invertebrates, the results showed a tendency of a combined effect of canopy cover with seasonality and leaf condition.
Ontogenetic allometry in the foot size of Oligoryzomys flavescens (Waterhouse, 1837) (Rodentia, Sigmodontinae)
Authors: Maestri R. , Fornel R. , Freitas TRO. , Marinho JR.
Published: June 2015

Ontogenetic allometry is the study of how the size or shape of certain structures changes over the course of an animal’s development. In this study, using Huxley's formula of allometric growth (1932), we assessed the changes in the rate of growth of the feet size of the sigmodontine rodent Oligoryzomys flavescens during its ontogeny and compared differences between males and females. We find evidence of a change of polarity during the ontogenetic development of the species, with the presence of positive allometry during pregnancy and negative allometry in adulthood. Moreover, we note the presence of sexual dimorphism in the size of the feet, in which males of the species have a higher rate of growth than females. This growth pattern is positively related to escape from predators in childhood in both sexes and, in adulthood, provides a higher encounter rate of females by males, due to the larger displacement of the latter. We suggest that both the forces of natural selection and sexual selection have acted to shape the evolution of foot size in this species.
Conservation status of an endangered annual fish Hypsolebias antenori (Rivulidae) from Northeastern Brazil
Authors: Nascimento WS. , Yamamoto ME. , Chellappa NT. , Rocha O. , Chellappa S.
Published: June 2015

This work presents information regarding the biology and state of conservation of an endangered annual fish Hypsolebias antenori. Fish were captured from small seasonal pools located in Northeastern Brazil. The total body length, body mass, sex ratio, first sexual maturity were investigated. The sampled population showed sexual dimorphism. There was a predominance of females (60%) over males (40%) with a sex ratio of 1: 1.4 and males were bigger and heavier than the females. Amplitude of total length of males ranged from 2.6 to 7.1cm (4.1±1.15) and that of females from 2.2 to 5.4cm (3.6±0.9). Amplitude of body mass of males varied from 0.25 to 7g (1.3g±1.4) and that of females from 0.12 to 2.1g (0.7g±0.5). The total weight-length equation of males was Wt=0.0108Lt3.172 with r = 0.9826 and of females was Wt=0.0122Lt3.0114 with r = 0.9608. Females attained first sexual maturity at 3.2 cm (±0.25) total length and males at 3.3 cm (±0.08) total length. All temporary pools surveyed in Northeastern Brazil were in a high degree of degradation, suffering due to anthropogenic action. Reduced rainfall resulting from global climate change prevents the filling up of these pools, thus preventing the completion of the reproductive cycle of annual fishes. One factor hindering development of conservation strategies is limited literature on biology and conservation status of annual fishes. There is a need for conservation measures to protect annual fish populations, especially creation of protected areas in the Brazilian semiarid region.
La science de la parente: adoption, genetique et identite parmi les adoptes au bresil
Authors: Allebrandt Débora
Published: June 2015

Résumé Cet article discute la part de la science et des notions d'héritage et de génétique dans la quête des origines menées par des personnes adoptées au Brésil. Il examine comment les nouvelles technologies et découvertes de la science sont intervenues dans les domaines de la parenté et explore la façon dont leur importance grandissante pourrait expliquer la fascination pour la découverte des origines biogénétiques . Il considère donc comme essentiel de discuter de quelle manière la science est devenue un objet d'étude des sciences humaines. Cela est primordial pour comprendre l'influence des connaissances scientifiques, et particulièrement celles touchant à l'hérédité, sur nos décisions concernant la parenté et la famille. À partir des récits d'interlocuteurs, ce texte problé...
From abortion to embryonic stem cell research: Biossociality and the constitution of subjects in the debate over human rights
Authors: Luna Naara
Published: June 2015

The article analyzes human rights discourses in debates regarding abortion and human embryonic stem cell research as a part of the process of biosociality. These questions arise in the health and reproductive field and move into the realm of the law because of ethical issues. The text examines discourses regarding the transformation of embryos and fetuses into subjects of rights in the context of the Supreme Court: the legal move for unconstitutionality against Biossecurity Law that authorized stem cell extraction from supernumerary embryos created through assisted reproduction (ADI 3510), and the legal case that proposes to include in legal abortion anticipated parturition of anencephalous fetuses (ADPF 54).
The multiple meanings of 'risk': views on the abortion of non-viable fetuses among Brazilian medical doctors and magistrates
Authors: Macedo Juliana Lopes de
Published: June 2015

The article seeks to understand the conceptions of 'risk' produced in the medical field as they come to be interpreted in the legal field. It draws on legal decisions concerning authorization for aborting fetuses bearing anomalies incompatible with life, and on non-directive interviews with medical doctors and magistrates. The category of 'risk' was found to be subject to considerable manipulation by both doctors and magistrates in being deployed as moral justification for the abortion of non-viable fetuses. Abortion is thus displaced from the sphere of individual choice to the domain of therapeutic abortion. The article also highlights the polyvalence of risk discourse, since this notion is deployed both to affirm and to deny legal authorizations for abortion, and to attribute responsibility for abortion decisions to doctors.
Characterization of the ovary fatty acids composition of Rhamdia quelen (Quoy & Gaimard) (Teleostei: Siluriformes), throughout their reproductive cycle
Authors: Anido Rodrigo Vargas , Zaniboni-Filho Evoy , Garcia Alexandre Sachsida , Baggio Sueli Regina , Fracalossi Débora Machado
Published: June 2015

Knowledge about gonad fatty acid composition is important for broodstock diet formulation. This study characterized ovary fatty acid composition of wild female jundiá catfish (Rhamdia quelen) in their different gonadal maturation stages. Female jundiá (n = 36, average weight= 383.8 + 208.8 g) were captured in the rio Uruguay, comprising all seasons. Ovaries were extracted and classified according to their gonadal maturation stage. Gonad-somatic ratio varied significantly among seasons, being higher in spring (3.7), followed by summer (2.2), winter (0.9) and autumn (0.6). Main fatty acids groups detected were: saturated (SFA= 35.5%), monounsaturated (MUFA= 28.1%) and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA= 33.5%). Over the four seasons, palmitic acid was recorded in large quantities, followed by docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and arachidonic acid (ARA). ARA was present in higher concentrations in immature or maturing ovaries, and its content decreased along the maturation process. Conversely, DHA and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) contents increased during maturation. Such variation resulted in an increase in EPA/ARA and DHA/ARA ratios in mature gonads, which can be important for successful breeding. Such findings suggest that jundiá broodstock diets should contain lipids that provide long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids from both the n-3 and n-6 series to ensure gonadal maturation completion.
Simão, Félix e as perdições do amor
Authors: Samyn Henrique Marques
Published: June 2015

O artigo visa a apresentar uma análise comparativa de Simão Botelho e Félix, protagonistas de Amor de perdição (1862), de Camilo Castelo Branco, e de Ressurreição (1872), de Machado de Assis. Argumento que as falhas dos referidos protagonistas resultam de sua relação com um modelo de masculinidade romântico, o que faculta uma leitura dos romances como uma crítica a alguns aspectos do romantismo, em oposição a certa perspectiva tradicional.
Caracteres anatômicos do segmento caulinar em espécies da subfamília Opuntioideae (Cactaceae)
Authors: Arruda Emilia Cristina Pereira de , Melo-de-Pinna Gladys Flavia de A.
Published: June 2015

RESUMO Este trabalho apresenta uma caracterização anatômica dos segmentos caulinares de quatro espécies de Opuntioideae com ênfase nos sistemas de revestimento e fundamental, e uma revisão dos estudos anatômicos para a subfamília. Alguns caracteres permitiram distinguir as espécies examinadas, tais como: posição dos estômatos em relação às demais células da epiderme, ocorrência de epiderme papilosa e tricomas, tipo de estômato, formato da célula do parênquima cortical, ocorrência de canais secretores de mucilagem adjacentes ao floema. Concluindo, nossos resultados mostram que alguns aspectos dos sistemas de revestimento e fundamental são úteis na diagnose das espécies. Além disso, novos dados sobre a distribuição de células medulares com espessamento de parede secundária são descritos em Opuntia ou Opuntioideae.
Bromeliaceae and Orchidaceae on rocky outcrops in the Agreste Mesoregion of the Paraíba State, Brazil
Authors: Silva Thaynara de Sousa , Felix Leonardo Pessoa , Melo José Iranildo Miranda de
Published: June 2015

ABSTRACT The present study consists of the floristics-taxonomic survey of Bromeliaceae and Orchidaceae on rocky outcrops located at an Atlantic Forest-Caatinga transition area in Paraíba State, northeast of Brazil, in order to provide data for the implementation of the biota conservation’s policies, especially of the flora associated to rocky environments of Paraíba State, given that the taxonomic studies focusing on such families in this state are still incipient. During the study, ten species in six genera of Bromeliaceae and six species in five genera of Orchidaceae were recorded. The treatment includes keys for recognition of the species of families, morphological descriptions, illustrations, geographic distribution data, and comments on the phenology of the species.
Standardized catch rate of cockfish, Callorhinchus callorynchus, in a bottom trawl fishery of Patagonia: Is it possible its use as a predictor of abundance trend?
Authors: Bernasconi Juan F. , Perier María Raquel , Di Giácomo Edgardo E.
Published: June 2015

Abstract The catch per unit of effort (CPUE) data of cockfish, Callorhinchus callorynchus, during 1986-2011 was evaluated for the bottom trawl fishery of the San Matías gulf (Patagonia, Argentina). The objective of this work was to detect what are the factors related to fishery dynamic that affect catch rate of cockfish and to assess standardized CPUE by General linear models (GLMs) and General linear mixed models (GLMMs) as a relative abundance index. The annual trend of the catch rate indicated an increase during the evaluated period. The nominal CPUE and the indices standardized by the Delta-GLM and Delta-GLMM showed the same annual trend, with increases of 57%, 61.1% and 60.7%, respectively. The LogNormal models have the best-fit model and explained 23.5% of the total variability. The factors year, month, depth and hake CPUE explained the highest variability. The analysis of the models indicated that the catch rate of cockfish is subject to the lack of an homogeneous distribution of the fishing effort during different years, months and vessels. This was related to the fleet dynamic searching the targets species. The increasing trend of CPUE and landings would be indicating an increase in effort directionality to the cockfish in the last decade.
Field and model investigations into the influence of age on axial capacity of displacement piles in silica sands
Authors: Rimoy S. , Silva M. , Jardine R. , Yang Z. X. , Zhu B. T. , Tsuha C. H. C.
Published: June 2015

The axial capacities of piles driven in silica sands are known to grow over the months that follow installation, long after all driving-induced pore pressures have dissipated. However, there is uncertainty over the processes that govern the observed set-up and how they may vary from case to case. This paper evaluates three hypotheses against evidence from updated field test databases and laboratory investigations with highly instrumented and pressurised model piles. Potential influential factors are considered including: pile and sand particle sizes, installation style, access to free water, test conditions and external stress change cycles. Laboratory local stress measurements support the hypothesis that moderation, over time, of the extreme stress distributions developed during installation is a key contributor to capacity growth, while field tests confirm the action of enhanced dilation near the shaft. However, field and laboratory piles show paradoxically different ageing trends. The paper proposes that the fractured but compacted sand shear zone that forms around pile shafts during installation leads to set-up being far more significant with large field driven piles than in model tests.
Black Masculinity and Plantation Patriarchy in Margaret Walker’s Jubilee
Authors: Lobodziec Agnieszka
Published: June 2015

In Jubilee, Margaret Walker depicts plantation patriarchy as a racial and gendered context that coerces black men to redefine their masculine conceptualizations. The fictitious slave plantation represents the system which commodifies and divides black people “into those with skills […], field hands, ‘breeding females,’ concubines, and children” (Nichols 1972, p. 10). This portrayal of slave plantation is congruent with historically documented circumstances, when “Much of [the slave] labor was gender- or age- specific” (Ash 2010, p. 20). As far as the position of black men is concerned, ascribed a subordinate status to that of white masters, overseers, and servants, both free and enslaved black men begin to imbibe patriarchal mindset and redefine their own masculine prowess. As Margaret Walker portrays, this response to oppressive plantation patriarchy effects multifarious black male postures, ranging from resisting and self-asserting warriors to humiliated and silenced victims.
Queering Catholic Fundamentalism: On Liking Theology in Masculinities Research
Authors: Burke Kevin
Published: June 2015

This article seeks to build on recent movement in the fields of religion and gender studies in order to analyze and critically reflect on “the relation, confrontation and intersection of gender and religion” (Korte, 2011, p. 2). Here the author works to investigate the possibility that emerges in new forms of analysis that marry theological interventions with masculinities studies as a way to newly attend to patriarchy and fundamentalism. Utilizing feminist Catholic theology, the work addresses unique and recent problems that have emerged in the Church in the face of a new era that appears both more progressive and that has engendered conservative backlash.  Along the way the article addresses issues of gender and sexuality as they relate to the priesthood and Pope Francis’ recent assertions linking gender theory to ideological colonization and even nuclear armaments.
Crossing Gender Boundaries or Challenging Masculinities? Female Combatants in the Kenya Defence Forces’ (KDF) War against Al-Shabaab Militants
Authors: Ombati Mokua
Published: June 2015

Few institutions have historically presented more defined gender boundaries than the military. This study examines gender and war through the lens of military combat roles. Military combat roles have traditionally relied on and manipulated ideas about masculinity and femininity. Women arrive in the army with different types of capital and bring with them a shared cultural ‘tool kit’ (womanhood). Following the military’s labour allocation process, they are assigned combat roles, which is at variance to their gendered character. Assignment in non-traditional feminine roles means crossing gender boundaries. Ethnographic studies of the Kenya Defence Forces operations in Somalia reveal the different gendered characteristics of the military roles as reflected in the women’s soldiery experiences. The encounter with military power and authority challenges the women soldiers to redefine their feminine capital, to interpret the military reality via a gendered lens and, therefore, to critically (re)examine the patriarchal order. Grounded on the twin theoretical frameworks of socio-cultural capitals and cultural scripts, and structured on a gender framing of women’s military roles, the study illustrates the complex and contradictory realities of women in the army. The study unpacks the relationship between masculinity and femininity, and, war and the military. It underpins the value of the female soldier as a figurative illustration of the complex interrelations between the gendered politics of masculinity and femininity. It considers what the acts, practices and performances constitutive of female soldiering reveal about particular modes of governance, regulation and politics that arise from the sacrifices of soldiers in combatant.

 
La construcción de una agenda de políticas públicas de género de los hombres en México: prolegómenos
Authors: Ramírez Juan Carlos , Gutiérrez de la Torre Norma Celina , Cázares Hernández Lizett Guadalupe
Published: June 2015

Building a public policy agenda that promotes equality and gender equity from the perspective of gender of men, involves the recognition of certain sociocultural gender problems. The aim of this paper is to show the results of the first stage of a larger project, which is an input for the creation of a public policy agenda built by stakeholders (research, services, government) in various problems experienced by the men as subjects of gender in Mexico and considered are feasible transformation through the implementation of public policies. The results of a survey of which the main issues-problems that have implications for public policies identified are presented, the agencies involved in finding solutions; the stakeholders; alliances and / or established and / or necessary to promote the establishment of the agenda and proposed public policy coalitions.
Benefits of Back School in functional capacity and pain intensity of patients with chronic low back pain.
Authors: Bianchi Adriane Behring , Meneguetti Livia Nóbrega , Baladeli Salmia Mendes , Facci Ligia Maria
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Due to the high incidence of low back pain in the population, is very important to study methods of prevention and treatment for this disease. The Back School, an approach that aims to provide to participants the increase of self-care, associating primary prevention to health education, has been suggested for the treatment of patients with chronic low back pain. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the benefits of Back School on functional capacity and pain intensity, in short and medium term, at patients with chronic low back pain. Methods: Fifty eight patients with chronic low back pain, selected at UniCesumar physical therapy's clinic, were evaluated, by an independent examiner, using Roland-Morris Questionnaire, Pain Visual Analogue Scale and asked about consumption of medications. In sequence, all the pacients were randomized into two groups: 1) School Program and 2) Control. The group 1 patients participated of Back School program, composed of theoretical-practical classes, twice per week, totaling ten classes of 60 minutes; and group 2 were followed only by phone calls. The data were statistically analyzed by Mann-Whitney U test, Friedman and Wilcoxon, using the significant values of p < 0,05. Results: Fifty three patients finished the study and were analyzed after the treatment protocol, as well as three and six months sequent. The improvement in pain intensity and functional capacity was statistically significant only in the Back School group. Conclusion: In this study, it was found effectiveness of Back School program in the improve of functional capacity and pain intensity of patients with chronic low back pain.
Craniosacral therapy in welfare and autonomous nervous system of fighters of mixed martial arts: cases study.
Authors: Paranhos Diane Nogueira , Brandim Lia Medeiros , De Matos Ludmilla Karen Brandão Lima , Shimizu Iara Sayuri
Published: June 2015

Introduction: The Craniosacral Therapy uses tender and accurate touches to diagnose and treat the craniosacral system. The Mixed Martial Arts athletes are exposed at risk of injury during competitions, which can affect your welfare. The Craniosacral Therapy improves the functioning of the Central and Autonomic Nervous System, that promotes relaxation, sense of welfare and homeostasis in the body. Objective: to evaluate the effect of Craniosacral Therapy in welfare and Autonomic Nervous System in Mixed Martial Arts fighters. Method: We conducted a case study by analyzing the heart rate and general welfare of 05 Mixed Martial Arts fighters, eight sessions with Craniosacral Therapy, using respectively a frequency Polar RS800 and a Range of Subjective Well-Being for collection data, posteriorly it was submitted to the calculation of mean and standard deviation and "T Studant" test to compare the data before and after the treatments. Results: The initial evaluation of the athletes showed a high subjective well-being, that remained after the therapy. There was a statistically significant increase in one of the athletes with respect to positive affect (from 4.048 ± 0.5896 to 4.429 ± 0.5071). As for the negative affects three increased the score. There was a statistically significant reduction (p <0.001) between the initial and final heart rates in each service, with averages of 68.50 and 63.28 respectively. Conclusion: The Craniosacral Therapy increases the activity of the parasympatic nervous system, promoting decreased heart rate, providing better coronary flow and that alone is not sufficient to determine an increase or decrease of well-being.
Ergospirometric assessment: Relevance for rehabilitation of stroke subjects.
Authors: Polese Janaine Cunha , Teixeira-Salmela Luci Fuscaldi , Faria Luiza Martins , Velloso Marcelo , Parreira Verônica Franco
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Cardiorespiratory fitness is markedly reduced in individuals post stroke, resulting in a pattern of inactivity and sedentary lifestyle. In this sense, tests of aerobic exercise are critical for prescribing this type of training. Aims: To review the available data regarding the cardiorespiratory and metabolic variables, and protocols used to assess cardiorespiratory fitness in individuals post stroke, and discuss their relevance. Method: A literature review in MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE and PEDro database were conducted. The articles identified by the initial search strategy were evaluated according to the following inclusion criteria: (1) had target population including post stroke individuals, (2) used as spirometry instrumentation, (3) reported randomized clinical trials, experimental, or quasi- experimental studies and (4) conducted an analysis of some cardiorespiratory or metabolic parameter to assess cardiorespiratory fitness. Results: Fifteen studies were identified, with a total sample of 665 post stroke individuals. The experimental groups consisted of exercises on cycle ergometer, treadmill, unilateral lower limb exercise on the isokinetic dynamometer, mobility exercises and water exercises. Most studies used the variable oxygen consumption, two analyzed the anaerobic threshold and only one examined the heart rate and respiratory exchange ratio. Conclusion: Although the studies have shown differences among the analyzed variables, and the assessment and training protocols, it was observed evidence that cardiorespiratory variables, mainly oxygen consumption, are sensitive to training.
Evaluation of the effect of spinal manipulation in upper limb spasticity post a stroke.
Authors: Valente Flavia Mariana , Lupino Rafaela Arroyo , Ramirez Clarissa , Bonvicine Cristiane
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Cerebral Vascular Accident is the third leading cause of death and the leading cause of neurological disability in adults with hemiplegic and spasticity is the most prevalent motor dysfunction, with consequent impairment of muscle strength and joint range of motion. Objective: To evaluate the immediate effect techniques of spinal manipulation in upper limb spasticity after cerebral vascular accident. Method: Participants were six patients included in both groups: group A, submitted to the application of the techniques of spinal manipulation and group B, control. The order of participation of patients was randomized and performed on alternate weeks. In both groups, participants were evaluated for spasticity by Modified Ashworth Scale, immediately before and after a given intervention. Results: The results did not permit an inference about the acute effects of spinal manipulation on spasticity , however, can be observed in the study group was reduced in 50% of cases with increased tone, while in the control group, 30 % cases had increased tone reduction , and if increased. There was increased tone in two cases which were previously normal. Conclusion: The immediate evaluation of the effect of spinal manipulation in patients with spasticity got reduced muscle tone, however, on the number of participants and changes in reducing and also from increased tone in the control group , it is not possible assignment of the obtained effects only the techniques applied , thus being further studies with larger samples and other methods of assessment needed.
Morfoanalitica therapy in quality of life, stress and flexibility of women af ter breast cancer surgery.
Authors: Pachioni Fernanda Stellutti Magrini , Fregonesi Cristina Elena Prado Teles , Mantovani Alessandra Madia
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Breast cancer is a multifactorial disease causes. From diagnosis to surgical treatment, women with breast cancer experienced severe physical and emotional repercussions that may have an impact on their quality of life, stress and flexibility. Objective: The present study aimed to verify the effect of Morfoanalitica Therapy (TM) on quality of life, stress and flexibility after surgery for breast cancer women. Method: The study included 10 post- surgery breast cancer women with review of personal and anthropometric data . Then we were invited to answer the questionnaires on quality of life - SF -36 and the inventory of symptoms of stress (ISS) Lipp . Wells stock and side inclination of the torso - In addition, the functional test for the evaluation of flexibility were carried out. The questionnaires and functional tests were performed before and after the intervention period , with 16 individual sessions of TM , once a week , lasting 60 minutes. Results: We found significant change after treatment with TM fields, physical (p = 0.0301) and general health (p = 0.0378) of the SF -36 . As the stress was a significant improvement in phase 1 (p = 0.0424) and phase 3 (p = 0.0348).There were also significant improvements in flexibility from the test bank Wells (p = 0.0024) and ipsilateral lateral slope (p = 0.0130) and contralateral (p = 0.0039) surgery . Conclusion: The intervention with the TM domains showed significant effects on physical aspects and general health quality of life , stress and flexibility of women after surgery for breast cancer.
The myofascial release and the treatment of tension headache induced by trigger points.
Authors: De Sousa Rayssilane Cardoso , De Matos Ludmilla Karen Brandão Lima
Published: June 2015

Introduction: The presence of trigger points (PG's) characterize the Painful Myofascial Syndrome, which is associated with the Tension type headaches (TTH) when the PG's are located in the muscles of the head and neck , whose pattern of referred pain is propagated to certain regions of the head. In this context, the myofascial release (MR) has fundamental techniques for disabling PG's and its symptoms. Objective: To verify the effects of miofascial release (MR) in the treatment of TTH induced to PG's. Method: This research was submitted to the research ethics committee of a private college in Teresina -PI (No. 193 142). It is a series of case studies, of analytical nature with quantitative and qualitative approach. The sample was the non-random type, constituted by nine subjects with 42.67 ± 6.84 years, selected through a selecting form. They were evaluated before and after the treatment by means of an evaluation form (weight, height, goniometry cervical spine and visual analog pain scale - VAS) and the SF-36 Questionnaires. Was applied a protocol of physical therapy treatment with MR techniques, two times a week, 16 sessions. Analyzed variables: intensity of pain, range of movement (ROM) of the cervical spine and quality of life. Data were analyzed using parametric test "t" of Student, with significance level of p ≤ 0.05. Results: Data were reported in tables and graphs showing significant results. There was an increase of cervical spine ROM, reduced intensity of pain (VAS) and improves the quality of life of participants (SF -36 Questionary). Conclusion: The conclusion is that the protocol of physical therapy treatment with MR techniques showed significant results in the treatment of TTH.
Assessment of the strength of the pelvic floor musculature in women who practice Mat Pilates.
Authors: Diniz Marklana Da Frota , De Vasconcelos Thiago Brasileiro , Pires Juliana Lerche Vieira Rocha , Nogueira Marineide Meireles , Arcanjo Giselle Notini
Published: June 2015

Introduction: The Pilates Method is a program of physical and mental training that works the body as a whole, aiming to gain muscle strength, mainly at the central region formed by the abdominal muscles, spine and pelvic floor, and to promote stretching and flexibility. Objective: To investigate the effects of this technique in the pelvic floor muscle activity, noting the type of fiber was more work during the practice of this activities in soil (Mat Pilates). Method: It was a character study of interventional, observational, descriptive, conducted during the months from March to May 2011, in which six women aged between 35 and 65 years, who underwent Mat Pilates classes twice a week, was rated the strength of pelvic floor, by Perina®perineometer pressure before and after the eight classes. Results: It was observed that all the volunteers had gained in strength in both types of muscle fibers, and 84% (p < 0.05) had greater gain in type 2 fibers. Conclusion: The Mat Pilates to increase the influence of the pelvic floor muscle strength it and can be used to prevent dysfunctions dysfunction of these muscles.
Determinant factors for mortality of patients receiving mechanical ventilation and effects of a protocol muscle training in weaning.
Authors: Shimizu Juliana Mitiko , Manzano Roberta Munhoz , Quitério Robison José , Alegria Valdirene Tenório da Costa , Junqueira Telma Tortorelli , El-Fakhouri Silene , Ambrozin Alexandre Ricardo Pepe
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Prognostic factors are used in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to predict morbidity and mortality , especially in patients on mechanical ventilation (MV ) . Training protocols are used in MV patients with the aim of promoting the success of the weaning process. Objective: To assess which variables determine the outcome of patients undergoing mechanical ventilation and compare the effects of two protocols for weaning. Method: Patients under MV for more than 48 hours had collected the following information: sex, age , ideal weight, height , Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation (APACHE II), risk of mortality, Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) and index Quick and perfunctory (IRRS) breathing. Patients with unsuccessful weaning performed one of weaning protocols: Progressive T - tube or tube - T + Threshold ® IMT. Patients were compared for outcome (death or non- death in the ICU ) and the protocols through the t test or Mann-Whitney test was considered significant when P <0.05. Results: Of 128 patients evaluated 56.25% were men, the mean age was 60.05 ± 17.85 years and 40.62 % patients died, and they had higher APACHE II scores, mortality risk, time VM and IRRS GCS and the lower value (p<0.05). The age, initial and final maximal inspiratory pressure, time of weaning and duration of MV was similar between protocols. Conclusion: The study suggests that the GCS, APACHE II risk of mortality, length of MV and IRRS variables determined the evolution of MV patients in this sample. Not found differences in the variables studied when comparing the two methods of weaning.
Analysis of quality of life in elderly practitioners of physical activity and relationship with risk of falls.
Authors: Pires-Oliveira Deise Aparecida de Almeida , Gil André Wilson Oliveira , De Oliveira Laís Campos , Bento Felipe Micheletti , Mendes Camila Silva Tomioto , Dos Santos João Paulo Manfré
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Old age brings several factors that alter the physiological system, which results in loss of functionality in the elderly. Falls are a leading cause of death in this population or activity restrictions, social isolation, decline in health and increased risk of institutionalization. The quality of life in old age is a major challenge, it is necessary for improvement in all aspects of daily. Analyze physical exercise on quality of life of older physically active drives to see how exercise influences the improvement of the basic aspects to a healthier life, referring to physical and mental aspects of the elderly, prevention of the consequences arising from the process natural aging, such as falls. Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze quality of life in elderly practitioners of physical activity and relationship with risk of falls. Method: The sample was 84 seniors, recruited from the community of Londrina PR, physical activity practitioners, aged over 60 years who roam with or without assistive device, of both sexes . The evaluation was through structured questionnaires that focused on socioeconomic - demographic questionnaire falls which was used the Timed Up and Go (TUGT), analysis of quality of life (SF-36) and analysis of the risk of falls. Results: In relationship the anthropometrics characteristics of elderly subjects analyzed, the same presentation mean age 68 years, weight 63.5 kg, height 1.52, and body mass index 27.10. Was regarding correlation between TUGT and falls in the last year (P=0,048) e correlation between TUGT and Physicals Components of SF-36 (P=0,001), and was regarding that elderly with better scores in TUGT were better scores of Physical Components of SF-36 (P=0,003). Conclusion: The quality of life is directly linked to the physical condition of the elderly, elderly practicing physical exercises have a better quality of life and less prone to falls.
Influence of autonomic nervous system in muscle activity of individual with sequelae af ter stroke.
Authors: Furmann Meiriélly , Pires Juliana Aparecida Wosch , Fréz Andersom Ricardo , Kerppers Ivo Ilvan , Salgado Afonso Shiguemi Inoue , Shiraishi Cristian Fernando , Ribeiro Larissa Gulogurski , Rolão Marcos Paulo Polowei , Suckow Patricia Tyski
Published: June 2015

Introduction: The stroke is a lesion of the Central Nervous System inducing spasticity, caused by a lesion of the upper motor neuron. The presence of spasticity limits the patient in achieving the necessary adjustments for the execution of required functional movements, causing limitations in daily life activities, interfering in our quality of life. Objective: To analyze the influence of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) in spastic patient consequential of stroke and decrease spasticity resulting of stimulus in the ANS. Method: It is a case study, where the spasticity was analyzed by means of Electromyography record (RMS), Ashowrth Scale modified and goniometry. The intervention consisted in 10 visits by performing Parasympathetic Laringe-Faringe Maneuvers, Plantar Arch and inhibition of Gastrocnemius. Results: The ANS has influence on the muscular activity, seen that there was a reduction of spasticity with decrease of the RMS values, increase in the amplitude of movement quantified by degrees and by means of the Modified Ashworth Scale. Conclusion: However, the mobilization of the autonomic nervous system through parasympathetic maneuvers are effective in decreasing spasticity due to stroke.
The effect of neural mobilization of the brachial plexus on the flexibility of the lower limb: a double-blind trial.
Authors: Valente Priscila De Souza , Valente Priscilane De Souza , Da Silva Augusta , Arêas Guilherme Peixoto Tinoco , Freire Júnior Renato Campos , Maciel Thiago Dos Santos , Arêas Fernando Zanela da Silva
Published: June 2015

Introduction: The technique of neural mobilization promotes ease in carrying out the movement and they  elasticity of the nervous system, creating and perfecting  straining their normal functions, with resulting increase in range of motion . Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of neural mobilization of the brachial plexus on the gain range of motion in the lower limbs in asymptomatic individuals. Method: The evaluation was conducted in three steps , immediate post-neural pre-mobilization and post - late , by testing the 3rd finger  to the ground test and fleximetry. The technique of brachial plexus neural mobilization was applied for ten days, with three weekly sessions to complete ten days (four weeks), performed on alternate days, with a minimum interval of 24 hours between sessions. The sample consisted of 17 sedentary college students, between 18 and30 years, . All statistical analysis was performed with (p<0.05). Results: In assessing the hamstrings and quadriceps with fleximeter there was not a statistically significant gain range of motion after neural mobilization , however, there was a significant increase in overall flexibility evaluated with the test of the 3rd finger soil to reach the left finger. Conclusion: In this study, neural mobilization brachial plexus got no efficacy to gain range of motion of the lower limbs in asymptomatic individuals. However, the overall results showed earned flexibility to reach the left finger.
Assessment of Heart Rate Variability in Fibromyalgia after Micro-physiotherapy.
Authors: Pereira Adriano Pinto , Carvalho Eluciene Maria dos Santos , Kerppers Ivo Ilvan , Furmann Meiriélly , Pires Juliana Aparecida Wosch , Ribeiro Larissa Gulogurski , Rolão Marcos Paulo Polowei , Salgado Afonso Shiguemi Inoue
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Fibromyalgia syndrome is characterized by musculo-skeletal pain. Heart rate variability (HRV) is a versatile and promising non-invasive marker of the autonomous nervous system. Micro-physiotherapy involves manual physiotherapy that seeks to identify the primary cause of a disease or symptom and to stimulate self-healing, in which the body recognizes the aggressor (antigen) and begins the elimination process, through cellular and tissue reprogramming. Method: The sample was composed of 15 individuals, aged between 35 and 40 years, with fibromyalgia. The Nerve Express method was used to assess the variability of the heart rate. Two sessions of micro-physiotherapy were conducted using global methods, with an interval of 45 days between sessions. Results: Based on the HRV results, the high frequency band was confirmed at p=0.203, with the low frequency recording a statistically significant value of p=0.001, thereby demonstrating sympathetic activity. Upon comparison of the mean heartbeat before and after treatment, a value of p=0.0006 was obtained. A value of p=0.049 was recorded in the analysis of the median R-R interval values. Conclusion: The use of micro-physiotherapy as a treatment method for fibromyalgia effectively improved the lives of patients by promoting sympathicotonia.
Effects of manual therapy techniques in the treatment of pain in post mastectomy patients: systematic review.
Authors: Basilio Franciane Batista , Anjos Raphaela Medeiros Miranda , Medeiros Elany Pereira , Melo Elaine Marques Franco , Silva Rodrigo Marcel Valentim
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Cancer is now the third leading cause of death in the world, surpassed only by accidents and cardiovascular deaths by external causes, among them stands mammary carcinoma. Mastectomy is in a procedure consisting of invasive breast removal due to some anatomical and functional changes previously diagnosed. With the growth of the disease and its high content in increasingly young women, Manual Therapy has been used as a new form of treatment. Objective: To show the effects of manual therapy in patients after mastectomy surgery. Method: This was a systematic review study in which secondary and tertiary sources were used, using the databases PubMed, Medline, Lilacs and SciELO. It was adopted as inclusion criteria studies classified as: a randomized controlled trial, with publication period between 2009 and 2013. Were used as search terms: "Mastectomy", "Neck", "Shoulder Pain", "Musculoskeletal Manipulations" and "Functionality". Results: Among the 37 initially selected by electronic search in the databases of articles, 25 were excluded for the title did not meet the inclusion criteria. Of the 12 retained studies, 5 were excluded for duplicity. 7 studies were selected for a more thorough analysis through summary, 2 of them being excluded. The remaining 5 articles were evaluated from reading the text. It can be seen that the manual therapy techniques have significant results in the alleviation of muscle pain in patients submitted to surgery mastectomia. Conclusion: It can be seen that the manual therapy techniques have significant results in the alleviation of muscle pain in patients undergoing the mastectomy surgery. However, there is still a lack of studies of type randomized controlled trial on the effects of manual therapy in patients in the postoperative period of mastectomy
Characterization of Patients with COPD Admitted in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center.
Authors: De Melo Neto João Simão , Marques Ana Elisa Zuliani Stroppa , Gomes Fabiana De Campos
Published: June 2015

Introduction: COPD is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, which is preventable, thus studies that discusses the characterization of a given population are important for investment in treatments and prevention. Objective: Characterize individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, admitted to a pulmonary rehabilitation center. Method: Retrospective study, exploratory character of medical records of patients with COPD. Sample consisted of 37 patients diagnosed with COPD and age greater than 20 years. The following variables were analyzed: sex, age, marital status, occupation, diagnosis, main complaint, and cardiovascular risk factors presented by patients during admission. Results: Individuals aged >40 years and history of smoking have a higher prevalence in developing COPD. Pulmonary emphysema is a major pathological condition. The most common main complaint was dyspnea and cardiovascular risk factor was present sedentary lifestyle. Moreover, women with COPD were more likely to have depression than men. Conclusion: This study enabled the characterization of COPD patients, providing the possibility of investing in prevention and treatment.
Pulmonary function and ventilatory muscle strengh in Myasthenia Gravis.
Authors: Oliveira Ezequiel Fernandes , Nacif Sergio Roberto , Fonseca Nina Teixeira , Apostólico Nadua , Urbano Jessica Julioti , Guimarães Letícia Lopes , Perez Eduardo De Araujo , Cavalcante Valéria , Bulle Acary Sousa , Oliveira Luis Vicente Franco
Published: June 2015

Introduction: Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular autoimmune disease of unknown etiology, characterized by generalized muscle weakness and fatigue, especially after repetitive physical activities, with consequent improvement after rest. The MG follows a slowly progressive course, which can be fatal failure of the ventilatory muscles. The manifestations of the respiratory system are generally attributed to the weakness of the diaphragm and also accessory muscles of ventilation. Objetive: The objective was to evaluate the volumes and lung capacities and maximum pressure ventilation in patients with clinically stable MG. Methods: This is an observational study involving 15 patients (2 men) with MG. Subjects were recruited consecutively and screened for eligibility using the standardized protocol. Results: Spirometry, only two patients showed abnormalities of respiratory pattern, being a moderate restrictive pattern (50-60% predicted), and another patient with the congenital form showed a severe restrictive pattern. Not obstructive patterns were observed. Our results of spirometry showed an average value of FVC: 3.15 ± 0.77 and FEV1: 2.64 ± 0.65. Regarding the maximum pressure generated by the ventilatory muscles, the average value for the MIP was 45.5 cmH2O among women and the value of 56 cmH2O for men was observed. To MEP it was observed the average value of 45 cmH2O for women and 55 cmH2O for men. Conclusion: We conclude that patients with MG have lower values of maximal inspiratory and expiratory ventilatory associated with normal lung function values.