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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21679264.v1
title: Effects of muscle tendon vibration on balance after stroke: systematic review

description: ABSTRACT After cerebrovascular accident (CVA), people have complex combinations of sensory, motor, cognitive, and emotional deficits, which can affect static and dynamic balance. This study aimed to compile and summarize the main features and findings of protocols used in research that investigated the effects of muscle tendon vibration on static and dynamic balance in adults with stroke. This is a systematic review, registered in PROSPERO (CRD42022303874), in which searches were performed in the databases PubMed, Cochrane, LILACS, SciELO, MEDLINE, Science Direct, and PEDro, during the month of January 2022, using the combination of keywords related to “stroke,” “balance,” “muscle tendon vibration,” “randomized controlled trial.” Methodological quality was assessed using the PEDro scale. A total of 1,560 studies were identified, 11 of which were included, between the years 1994 to 2020, involving 242 post-stroke adults. Only five studies used vibration as an intervention and found an improvement in static and dynamic balance. Six studies analyzed the interference of vibration on postural control, showing that balance was affected during the application of vibration and that individuals needed more time to recover or did not experience significant differences. We found that the effects of muscle tendon vibration may be able to improve balance in people with stroke and influence postural control by proprioceptive mechanisms of vibration. However, more studies of high methodological quality are needed to reach a consensus regarding muscle tendon vibration treatment protocols and their recommendation in clinical practice.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744048
title: Surface Wettability Of Boron And Oil-Treated Wood

description: ABSTRACT Background: Nowadays, demands for more environmentally friendly and cost-effective preservatives are increasing, and new non-traditional procedures are being explored in wood protection field. Plant oils improve the dimensional stability, water repellency and equilibrium moisture content of wood, and protect wood against decay fungi by means of its hydrophobic properties. The aim of this study is to investigate the influence of heat treatment and oil impregnation with or without prior treatment with boron compounds on wetting characteristic of Scots pine ( Pinus sylvestris L.) and beech ( Fagus orientalis L.) wood. Wood specimens were impregnated with boric acid, borax and agricultural boron at concentrations of 1%, 2% and 5% followed by oil heat treated with waste and sunflower oil at 160ºC. Wettability was measured by contact angle with the sessile drop technique using water. Results: Water contact angles on oil treated specimens increased while wetting tension decreased, and the wood more poorly wetted by water compared to the controls. A change in the drop volume on the surface of double treated specimens was around 5% based on the initial drop volume. Waste oil treatment resulted in having the greatest water repellent efficiency. High loadings of boron compounds decreased the contact angle and therefore the quantity of water absorbed by the wood increased. Conclusion: Wettability was decreased in specimens pretreated with boron and this confirmed that the hydrophobic surface was created by oil. Wettability is a prerequisite for good adhesion, coating and painting and this feature may be reduced by the less hydrophilic surfaces created after oil heat treatment.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744048.v1
title: Surface Wettability Of Boron And Oil-Treated Wood

description: ABSTRACT Background: Nowadays, demands for more environmentally friendly and cost-effective preservatives are increasing, and new non-traditional procedures are being explored in wood protection field. Plant oils improve the dimensional stability, water repellency and equilibrium moisture content of wood, and protect wood against decay fungi by means of its hydrophobic properties. The aim of this study is to investigate the influence of heat treatment and oil impregnation with or without prior treatment with boron compounds on wetting characteristic of Scots pine ( Pinus sylvestris L.) and beech ( Fagus orientalis L.) wood. Wood specimens were impregnated with boric acid, borax and agricultural boron at concentrations of 1%, 2% and 5% followed by oil heat treated with waste and sunflower oil at 160ºC. Wettability was measured by contact angle with the sessile drop technique using water. Results: Water contact angles on oil treated specimens increased while wetting tension decreased, and the wood more poorly wetted by water compared to the controls. A change in the drop volume on the surface of double treated specimens was around 5% based on the initial drop volume. Waste oil treatment resulted in having the greatest water repellent efficiency. High loadings of boron compounds decreased the contact angle and therefore the quantity of water absorbed by the wood increased. Conclusion: Wettability was decreased in specimens pretreated with boron and this confirmed that the hydrophobic surface was created by oil. Wettability is a prerequisite for good adhesion, coating and painting and this feature may be reduced by the less hydrophilic surfaces created after oil heat treatment.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744047
title: CORONAL PLANE GROWTH MODULATION FOR GENU VALGUM IN SKELETAL DYSPLASIA

description: ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the efficiency and rates of correction by hemiepiphysiodesis using 8-plate to manage genu valgum deformity in children with skeletal dysplasia. Methods: Eleven children with skeletal dysplasia (three female, eight male; mean age = 10.5 years; age range = 7-13) who underwent temporary hemiepiphysiodesis using 8-plates for genu valgum deformity were retrospectively reviewed. There were nine bilateral cases and two unilateral cases. The mean follow-up time from the index surgery to the final follow-up was 45 (ranging from 24 to 72) months. Radiographical assessment including preoperative and final follow-up measurements of joint orientation angles and mechanical axis deviation (MAD) were conducted. Results: Deformities were completely corrected in nine lower extremities (45%) and partially corrected in seven extremities (35%). In four extremities of two children with Morquio syndrome, MAD worsened. The correction rate of MAD was 1.25 ± 1.62 mm/mo. Conclusion: Though hemiepiphysiodesis using 8-plate requires a longer treatment period, it seems to be an effective treatment for correction of genu valgum in children with skeletal dysplasia. Level of Evidence IV, Case Series.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744047.v1
title: CORONAL PLANE GROWTH MODULATION FOR GENU VALGUM IN SKELETAL DYSPLASIA

description: ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the efficiency and rates of correction by hemiepiphysiodesis using 8-plate to manage genu valgum deformity in children with skeletal dysplasia. Methods: Eleven children with skeletal dysplasia (three female, eight male; mean age = 10.5 years; age range = 7-13) who underwent temporary hemiepiphysiodesis using 8-plates for genu valgum deformity were retrospectively reviewed. There were nine bilateral cases and two unilateral cases. The mean follow-up time from the index surgery to the final follow-up was 45 (ranging from 24 to 72) months. Radiographical assessment including preoperative and final follow-up measurements of joint orientation angles and mechanical axis deviation (MAD) were conducted. Results: Deformities were completely corrected in nine lower extremities (45%) and partially corrected in seven extremities (35%). In four extremities of two children with Morquio syndrome, MAD worsened. The correction rate of MAD was 1.25 ± 1.62 mm/mo. Conclusion: Though hemiepiphysiodesis using 8-plate requires a longer treatment period, it seems to be an effective treatment for correction of genu valgum in children with skeletal dysplasia. Level of Evidence IV, Case Series.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744051
title: The National Museum of Rio de Janeiro between slavery and freedom

description: ABSTRACT The National Museum, owned by the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, suffered a tragic fire a few months after celebrating its bicentennial in 2018. As the oldest science institution in Brazil, its collection reveals many stories. This article analyzes the trajectory of the Quintino Pacheco Collection and the Libertadora raft, both acquired in the last decade of slavery and directly related to the struggle for freedom. Their social life unveils the human actions that gave them meaning and it is in our interest to understand how different actors called the value of these objects into question.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744051.v1
title: The National Museum of Rio de Janeiro between slavery and freedom

description: ABSTRACT The National Museum, owned by the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, suffered a tragic fire a few months after celebrating its bicentennial in 2018. As the oldest science institution in Brazil, its collection reveals many stories. This article analyzes the trajectory of the Quintino Pacheco Collection and the Libertadora raft, both acquired in the last decade of slavery and directly related to the struggle for freedom. Their social life unveils the human actions that gave them meaning and it is in our interest to understand how different actors called the value of these objects into question.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744050
title: SOIL LOSSES IN AGRICULTURAL AREA OF THE SEMI-ARID

description: Abstract Soil losses caused by erosion are a worldwide problem that brings significant environmental and economic impacts and reduces arable land. Soil conservation practices are efficient alternatives to reduce erosion and maintain crop productivity. The objective was to compare soil losses by water erosion in different agricultural managements in a rural community in the semi-arid region of Ceará. The design used was completely randomized with a factorial scheme (Treatment x period), consisting of four treatments: CNCP - Graviola planting in contour lines associated with stone strings; MACV - Graviola planting downhill, keeping the ground cover; CN - Graviola planting in a contour curve and MASV - Graviola planting downhill, without ground cover, with the period represented by the dates of collection of variables. The height and diameter of soursop trees were analyzed; soil moisture; precipitation and slope. The CNCP conservation management provided the lowest soil losses, while the MASV the highest losses, suggesting that the implementation of conservation practices in semi-arid agriculture reduces soil losses from water erosion and contributes to the sustainability of agricultural production in areas rural areas in the semi-arid region of Ceará.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744050.v1
title: SOIL LOSSES IN AGRICULTURAL AREA OF THE SEMI-ARID

description: Abstract Soil losses caused by erosion are a worldwide problem that brings significant environmental and economic impacts and reduces arable land. Soil conservation practices are efficient alternatives to reduce erosion and maintain crop productivity. The objective was to compare soil losses by water erosion in different agricultural managements in a rural community in the semi-arid region of Ceará. The design used was completely randomized with a factorial scheme (Treatment x period), consisting of four treatments: CNCP - Graviola planting in contour lines associated with stone strings; MACV - Graviola planting downhill, keeping the ground cover; CN - Graviola planting in a contour curve and MASV - Graviola planting downhill, without ground cover, with the period represented by the dates of collection of variables. The height and diameter of soursop trees were analyzed; soil moisture; precipitation and slope. The CNCP conservation management provided the lowest soil losses, while the MASV the highest losses, suggesting that the implementation of conservation practices in semi-arid agriculture reduces soil losses from water erosion and contributes to the sustainability of agricultural production in areas rural areas in the semi-arid region of Ceará.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21679186
title: Professional role of hospital physical therapy services against coronavirus infections

description: ABSTRACT During the COVID-19 pandemic, we observed an important growth of demands on healthcare providers. Delimited attributions for each position are important, aiming less burden and better care effectiveness. Physical therapists play a fundamental role in the care of patients with COVID-19 complications. This research analyzed physical therapist’s role and knowledge about COVID-19 during the pandemic in a public hospital. This is a mixed cross-sectional study, with a quantitative descriptive and qualitative exploratory method, carried out in a public hospital in Goiânia. The physical therapists filled out an anamnesis form and a questionnaire with pre-structured questions about the attributions of physical therapy in the hospital environment. The population was composed of 13 professionals. Most considered oxygen therapy implementation (100%), INVASIVE and non-invasive ventilation management (100%), participation in orotracheal intubation (92.3%), airway aspiration (100%), extubation (92.3%), measurement of the orotracheal tube cuff pressure (92.3%), and replacement the mechanical ventilator filter (92.3%) as physical therapy assignments. Most professionals (46.15%) considered that these patients’ mobilization must frequently be carried out. regarding COVID-19 AND their role in the pandemic. Confusion is still present regarding procedures related to the respiratory area in the hospital environment.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21679186.v1
title: Professional role of hospital physical therapy services against coronavirus infections

description: ABSTRACT During the COVID-19 pandemic, we observed an important growth of demands on healthcare providers. Delimited attributions for each position are important, aiming less burden and better care effectiveness. Physical therapists play a fundamental role in the care of patients with COVID-19 complications. This research analyzed physical therapist’s role and knowledge about COVID-19 during the pandemic in a public hospital. This is a mixed cross-sectional study, with a quantitative descriptive and qualitative exploratory method, carried out in a public hospital in Goiânia. The physical therapists filled out an anamnesis form and a questionnaire with pre-structured questions about the attributions of physical therapy in the hospital environment. The population was composed of 13 professionals. Most considered oxygen therapy implementation (100%), INVASIVE and non-invasive ventilation management (100%), participation in orotracheal intubation (92.3%), airway aspiration (100%), extubation (92.3%), measurement of the orotracheal tube cuff pressure (92.3%), and replacement the mechanical ventilator filter (92.3%) as physical therapy assignments. Most professionals (46.15%) considered that these patients’ mobilization must frequently be carried out. regarding COVID-19 AND their role in the pandemic. Confusion is still present regarding procedures related to the respiratory area in the hospital environment.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744056
title: Differential of three fields grown Juniperus species summer drought and cold hardening

description: ABSTRACT Background: Understanding species’ reactions to environmental stressors (cold and drought) and characterizing drought tolerance can help us understand their ecosystem responses related to global change. This study aimed to understand and compare the drought and cold tolerance strategies of Juniperus excelsa, Juniperus foetidissima, and Juniperus oxycedrus, which are found in the Western Mediterranean Region. Water relation parameters [ΨTLP (osmotic potential at turgor loss point), Ψ100 (osmotic potential at full turgor), Ɛmax (bulk modulus of elasticity), V0/DW (symplastic water at the saturated point per dry weight of the shoot), RWC (relative water content)] in summer and winter were determined. Total soluble sugar and photosynthetic pigment content were identified in spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Results: J. foetidissima had lower Ψ TLP and higher Ɛmax in summer than other species. The species had similar Ψ TLP 1 Ψ 100 1 Ɛmax, V0/DW, and RWC in winter. A seasonal change was observed in total soluble sugar and photosynthetic pigment content. Total soluble sugar and photosynthetic pigment contents were related to mean air temperature and total precipitation. Conclusion: J. foetidissima was more tolerant to water deficit in the summer, whereas the three species reacted similarly to the cold in the winter.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744056.v1
title: Differential of three fields grown Juniperus species summer drought and cold hardening

description: ABSTRACT Background: Understanding species’ reactions to environmental stressors (cold and drought) and characterizing drought tolerance can help us understand their ecosystem responses related to global change. This study aimed to understand and compare the drought and cold tolerance strategies of Juniperus excelsa, Juniperus foetidissima, and Juniperus oxycedrus, which are found in the Western Mediterranean Region. Water relation parameters [ΨTLP (osmotic potential at turgor loss point), Ψ100 (osmotic potential at full turgor), Ɛmax (bulk modulus of elasticity), V0/DW (symplastic water at the saturated point per dry weight of the shoot), RWC (relative water content)] in summer and winter were determined. Total soluble sugar and photosynthetic pigment content were identified in spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Results: J. foetidissima had lower Ψ TLP and higher Ɛmax in summer than other species. The species had similar Ψ TLP 1 Ψ 100 1 Ɛmax, V0/DW, and RWC in winter. A seasonal change was observed in total soluble sugar and photosynthetic pigment content. Total soluble sugar and photosynthetic pigment contents were related to mean air temperature and total precipitation. Conclusion: J. foetidissima was more tolerant to water deficit in the summer, whereas the three species reacted similarly to the cold in the winter.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744057
title: Evolutionary and structural aspects of Solanaceae RNases T2

description: Abstract Plant RNases T2 are involved in several physiological and developmental processes, including inorganic phosphate starvation, senescence, wounding, defense against pathogens, and the self-incompatibility system. Solanaceae RNases form three main clades, one composed exclusively of S-RNases and two that include S-like RNases. We identified several positively selected amino acids located in highly flexible regions of these molecules, mainly close to the B1 and B2 substrate-binding sites in S-like RNases and the hypervariable regions of S-RNases. These differences between S- and S-like RNases in the flexibility of amino acids in substrate-binding regions are essential to understand the RNA-binding process. For example, in the S-like RNase NT, two positively selected amino acid residues (Tyr156 and Asn134) are located at the most flexible sites on the molecular surface. RNase NT is induced in response to tobacco mosaic virus infection; these sites may thus be regions of interaction with pathogen proteins or viral RNA. Differential selective pressures acting on plant ribonucleases have increased amino acid variability and, consequently, structural differences within and among S-like RNases and S-RNases that seem to be essential for these proteins play different functions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744057.v1
title: Evolutionary and structural aspects of Solanaceae RNases T2

description: Abstract Plant RNases T2 are involved in several physiological and developmental processes, including inorganic phosphate starvation, senescence, wounding, defense against pathogens, and the self-incompatibility system. Solanaceae RNases form three main clades, one composed exclusively of S-RNases and two that include S-like RNases. We identified several positively selected amino acids located in highly flexible regions of these molecules, mainly close to the B1 and B2 substrate-binding sites in S-like RNases and the hypervariable regions of S-RNases. These differences between S- and S-like RNases in the flexibility of amino acids in substrate-binding regions are essential to understand the RNA-binding process. For example, in the S-like RNase NT, two positively selected amino acid residues (Tyr156 and Asn134) are located at the most flexible sites on the molecular surface. RNase NT is induced in response to tobacco mosaic virus infection; these sites may thus be regions of interaction with pathogen proteins or viral RNA. Differential selective pressures acting on plant ribonucleases have increased amino acid variability and, consequently, structural differences within and among S-like RNases and S-RNases that seem to be essential for these proteins play different functions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744059
title: Behavioral assessment tests for central hearing skills in individuals with sensorineural hearing loss: an integrative review

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: to identify the most used tests and the changed hearing skills in the central auditory processing of individuals with sensorineural hearing loss. Methods: an integrative literature review conducted between March and August 2021 in PubMed/MEDLINE, LILACS, SciELO, IBECS, and Index Psi Scientific Journals. The review included studies addressing central hearing skills with central auditory processing behavioral tests in subjects with mild to moderate sensorineural hearing loss. Two independent reviewers made the study selection, data extraction, and qualitative synthesis. The selection aimed at verifying whether the studies answered the research question. Literature Review: 39 studies were found for full-text reading; after applying the eligibility criteria, 13 studies were included in the review. Participants diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss predominantly had hearing changes in verbal tests, in comparison with normal standards for individuals without hearing loss. Thus, the most changed skills are the ones that depend on speech sound discrimination. Conclusion: the Staggered Spondaic Word Test predominated among the most used behavioral tests, while the most researched central auditory skills were binaural integration and binaural separation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.21744059.v1
title: Behavioral assessment tests for central hearing skills in individuals with sensorineural hearing loss: an integrative review

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: to identify the most used tests and the changed hearing skills in the central auditory processing of individuals with sensorineural hearing loss. Methods: an integrative literature review conducted between March and August 2021 in PubMed/MEDLINE, LILACS, SciELO, IBECS, and Index Psi Scientific Journals. The review included studies addressing central hearing skills with central auditory processing behavioral tests in subjects with mild to moderate sensorineural hearing loss. Two independent reviewers made the study selection, data extraction, and qualitative synthesis. The selection aimed at verifying whether the studies answered the research question. Literature Review: 39 studies were found for full-text reading; after applying the eligibility criteria, 13 studies were included in the review. Participants diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss predominantly had hearing changes in verbal tests, in comparison with normal standards for individuals without hearing loss. Thus, the most changed skills are the ones that depend on speech sound discrimination. Conclusion: the Staggered Spondaic Word Test predominated among the most used behavioral tests, while the most researched central auditory skills were binaural integration and binaural separation.