cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.6619705
title: Pandemic Border Discourses Dataset and Codebook - Swiss Case

description: The Pandemic Border Discourses project identifies and compares the evolution of discourses restricting internal and external mobility in Europe as the Covid-19 pandemic is unfolding. It is designed to show how political actors use discourses to justify their decisions in emergency situations, and analyse whether and how unforeseen systemic pressure disrupts bordering discourses and practices. It contributes to a better understanding of the political, social and economic issues driving policy decision in times of crisis, above all the tension between national interest and transnational solidarity. This coding manual explains our data collection strategy and introduces the variables of the dataset. Building on a core-sentence analysis method, we collect and analyse institutional discourses about mobility during the Covid-19 crisis on Twitter.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.6619704
title: Pandemic Border Discourses Dataset and Codebook - Swiss Case

description: The Pandemic Border Discourses project identifies and compares the evolution of discourses restricting internal and external mobility in Europe as the Covid-19 pandemic is unfolding. It is designed to show how political actors use discourses to justify their decisions in emergency situations, and analyse whether and how unforeseen systemic pressure disrupts bordering discourses and practices. It contributes to a better understanding of the political, social and economic issues driving policy decision in times of crisis, above all the tension between national interest and transnational solidarity. This coding manual explains our data collection strategy and introduces the variables of the dataset. Building on a core-sentence analysis method, we collect and analyse institutional discourses about mobility during the Covid-19 crisis on Twitter.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015219
title: Physical activity level and depressive symptoms in patients undergoing hemodialysis: a cross-sectional study

description: This study aimed to evaluate the association between the presence of depressive symptoms and physical activity level (PAL) in patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis (HD). Cross-sectional study comprising 101 patients on HD, mean age 47.4±12.5 years. Sociodemographic data, economic, clinical, assessment of depressive symptoms (Beck Depression Scale - BDI), PAL (International Physical Activity Questionnaire - IPAQ), guidance for performing physical activity (PA) and time of HD. The prevalence of sedentary and depressive symptoms was 79.2% and 39.6%, respectively. Depressive symptoms were observed in 47.5% of sedentary patients (χ2=10.029, p=0.002), the ratio of prevalence of these symptoms five times higher in this group. 68.3% of patients on HD received no guidance for PA. Under 49 months of hemodialysis treatment, 63.8% of sedentary (χ2=3.011, p=0.083) and 57.5% of patients with depressive symptoms (χ2=0.100, p=0.752) already had these features. Although little is known about the relationship between depression and PA among patients undergoing HD, this study found that depressive symptoms were more prevalent among inactive. The results of this study demonstrate that patients undergoing HD have low PAL, relative presence of depressive symptoms and high lack of guidance on PA.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015219.v1
title: Physical activity level and depressive symptoms in patients undergoing hemodialysis: a cross-sectional study

description: This study aimed to evaluate the association between the presence of depressive symptoms and physical activity level (PAL) in patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis (HD). Cross-sectional study comprising 101 patients on HD, mean age 47.4±12.5 years. Sociodemographic data, economic, clinical, assessment of depressive symptoms (Beck Depression Scale - BDI), PAL (International Physical Activity Questionnaire - IPAQ), guidance for performing physical activity (PA) and time of HD. The prevalence of sedentary and depressive symptoms was 79.2% and 39.6%, respectively. Depressive symptoms were observed in 47.5% of sedentary patients (χ2=10.029, p=0.002), the ratio of prevalence of these symptoms five times higher in this group. 68.3% of patients on HD received no guidance for PA. Under 49 months of hemodialysis treatment, 63.8% of sedentary (χ2=3.011, p=0.083) and 57.5% of patients with depressive symptoms (χ2=0.100, p=0.752) already had these features. Although little is known about the relationship between depression and PA among patients undergoing HD, this study found that depressive symptoms were more prevalent among inactive. The results of this study demonstrate that patients undergoing HD have low PAL, relative presence of depressive symptoms and high lack of guidance on PA.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015222
title: Supplement with Cystoseira canariensis promotes an increase of resistance to the maximum load in the grastrocnemius muscle of female rats

description: Was evaluated the maximum load supported by the grastrocnemius muscle of female rats after the ministering of Cystoseira canariensis, either associated or not to swimming. Twenty-eight young Wistar female rats were used, divided into 4 groups: control (C, n=7); supplement (S, n=7); supplement and swimming (SSw, n=7); swimming (Sw, n=7). Each one pertaining to the groups S and SSw received 20 mg of myostatin inhibitor per day. The swimming consisted in an aerobe protocol, three times in a week, during eight weeks. The right grastrocnemius muscle of each animal was removed and a tension test was performed in an Emic testing machine. The results (Mean±SEM) were evaluated through ANOVA and Tukey test (p&lt;0.05). A significant difference for maximum load (in N) was verified among the groups C (35.41±1.06) and S (39.98±1.15); Sw (27.94±2.19) and S (39.98±1.15); Sw (27.94±2.19) and SSw (37.78±1.28). In relation to the stretching at the maximum limit (in x10-3m) at the maximum load, the group SSw obtained a value (20.68±1.19) significantly greater than the groups C (17.15±1.11), S and Sw (16.11±1.60). There was a significant difference for body weight gain among the groups treated with supplement and supplement associated to the swimming, with smaller values for this last. The myostatin inhibitor either, associated or not to the swimming, promotes an increase of resistance to the maximum load in the tension test in grastrocnemius muscle of young female rats.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015222.v1
title: Supplement with Cystoseira canariensis promotes an increase of resistance to the maximum load in the grastrocnemius muscle of female rats

description: Was evaluated the maximum load supported by the grastrocnemius muscle of female rats after the ministering of Cystoseira canariensis, either associated or not to swimming. Twenty-eight young Wistar female rats were used, divided into 4 groups: control (C, n=7); supplement (S, n=7); supplement and swimming (SSw, n=7); swimming (Sw, n=7). Each one pertaining to the groups S and SSw received 20 mg of myostatin inhibitor per day. The swimming consisted in an aerobe protocol, three times in a week, during eight weeks. The right grastrocnemius muscle of each animal was removed and a tension test was performed in an Emic testing machine. The results (Mean±SEM) were evaluated through ANOVA and Tukey test (p&lt;0.05). A significant difference for maximum load (in N) was verified among the groups C (35.41±1.06) and S (39.98±1.15); Sw (27.94±2.19) and S (39.98±1.15); Sw (27.94±2.19) and SSw (37.78±1.28). In relation to the stretching at the maximum limit (in x10-3m) at the maximum load, the group SSw obtained a value (20.68±1.19) significantly greater than the groups C (17.15±1.11), S and Sw (16.11±1.60). There was a significant difference for body weight gain among the groups treated with supplement and supplement associated to the swimming, with smaller values for this last. The myostatin inhibitor either, associated or not to the swimming, promotes an increase of resistance to the maximum load in the tension test in grastrocnemius muscle of young female rats.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015221.v1
title: Effects of physical exercise on articular range of motion of the lower limb in the Parkinson's disease individuals

description: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of eight months of a multimodal program of physical exercise on articular range of motion of the lower limb of patients with Parkinson disease (PD), considering gender and disease stage. Seventeen individuals with PD participated in this study. Participants were assessed before of multimodal program of the physical exercise and after four and eight months of physical exercise. In these periods were evaluated the clinical aspects and articular range of motion of the lower limb. For statistical analysis, patients were distributed according to gender and disease stage. A MANOVA considering exercise, gender and stage of disease, with repeated measures for the first factor, was performed. The clinical results showed regression of disease progression, indicating cognitive decline for women. The articular range of motion improved after four and eight months of physical exercise, especially for the hip and ankle, independent of gender and stage of PD. It was concluded that the multimodal exercise program of the eight months was effective in improving articular range of motion in patients with PD. The benefits of exercise for this physical capacity were independent of gender and severity of PD.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015221
title: Effects of physical exercise on articular range of motion of the lower limb in the Parkinson's disease individuals

description: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of eight months of a multimodal program of physical exercise on articular range of motion of the lower limb of patients with Parkinson disease (PD), considering gender and disease stage. Seventeen individuals with PD participated in this study. Participants were assessed before of multimodal program of the physical exercise and after four and eight months of physical exercise. In these periods were evaluated the clinical aspects and articular range of motion of the lower limb. For statistical analysis, patients were distributed according to gender and disease stage. A MANOVA considering exercise, gender and stage of disease, with repeated measures for the first factor, was performed. The clinical results showed regression of disease progression, indicating cognitive decline for women. The articular range of motion improved after four and eight months of physical exercise, especially for the hip and ankle, independent of gender and stage of PD. It was concluded that the multimodal exercise program of the eight months was effective in improving articular range of motion in patients with PD. The benefits of exercise for this physical capacity were independent of gender and severity of PD.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015224
title: Evaluation of the noradrenergic pathway and alpha-2 and beta-receptors in the modulation of the analgesia induced by transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation of high and low frequencies

description: Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation is a noninvasive method used in clinical Physiotherapy to control acute or chronic pain. Different theories have been proposed to explain the mechanism of the analgesic action of transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, as the participation of central and peripheral neurotransmitters. The aim of this study was to evaluate the involvement of noradrenergic pathway and of the receptors alfa-2 and beta in the modulation of analgesia produced by transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation of high and low frequency in Wistar rats after chronic treatment with propranolol or yohimbine intraperitoneally. Animals weighing 200 to 300 g were divided into 9 groups (n=8), which were obtained nociceptive thresholds through the Tail Flick before and after application of TENS for comparing the change of pain. The administration of yohimbine or propranolol at a dose of 3 mg/kg was effective in antagonizing the analgesia induced by high (150 Hz) and low (10 Hz) frequency transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation according to ANOVA test followed by Duncan post hoc test (p&lt;0.05). Thus, it is suggested the involvement of alpha-2 and beta noradrenergic receptors in the modulation of transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation-induced analgesia.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015224.v1
title: Evaluation of the noradrenergic pathway and alpha-2 and beta-receptors in the modulation of the analgesia induced by transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation of high and low frequencies

description: Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation is a noninvasive method used in clinical Physiotherapy to control acute or chronic pain. Different theories have been proposed to explain the mechanism of the analgesic action of transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, as the participation of central and peripheral neurotransmitters. The aim of this study was to evaluate the involvement of noradrenergic pathway and of the receptors alfa-2 and beta in the modulation of analgesia produced by transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation of high and low frequency in Wistar rats after chronic treatment with propranolol or yohimbine intraperitoneally. Animals weighing 200 to 300 g were divided into 9 groups (n=8), which were obtained nociceptive thresholds through the Tail Flick before and after application of TENS for comparing the change of pain. The administration of yohimbine or propranolol at a dose of 3 mg/kg was effective in antagonizing the analgesia induced by high (150 Hz) and low (10 Hz) frequency transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation according to ANOVA test followed by Duncan post hoc test (p&lt;0.05). Thus, it is suggested the involvement of alpha-2 and beta noradrenergic receptors in the modulation of transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation-induced analgesia.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015225
title: Factors that influence in the turnout in ballet dancers with knee pain

description: The turnout, primary gesture in classical ballet, refers the 180º of the feet. The lateral rotation provides the greatest amount of degrees necessary to perform the position perfectly. If performed improperly, it can generate problems, specialy in the knees, causing pain. The aim of this study was to evaluate the factors that influence the implementation of turnout in adolescents ballet dancers with knee pain and to compare them to the dancers without pain. Twenty three (23) ballet dancers with knee pain and 26 ballet dancers without pain were evaluated for range of motion of external rotation of the hip, muscle strength, femoral neck anteversion and static and dynamic turnout. The angles were measured with a manual goniometer, and the strength of the abductor muscle groups, external rotators and hip extensors with isometric dynamometer. The analysis was performed using ANOVA and Mann-Whitney. Range of motion of external rotation of the hip, femoral neck anteversion and muscle strength were similar between groups. The dynamic turnout was lower in ballet dancers with knee pain (p=0.02) and ballerinas with angular deficits above 10% over the static group had lower turnout under the bilateral extensor muscle group (p=0.04 and 0.03, right left) and right abductor (p=0.03). Although anatomical factors can influence the lateral rotation of the turnout, the angle decreased dynamic turnout was related to the group of dancers with pain. This suggests that training based on proximal awareness of movement can prevent and minimize burdens on the knees of classical dancers teens.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015225.v1
title: Factors that influence in the turnout in ballet dancers with knee pain

description: The turnout, primary gesture in classical ballet, refers the 180º of the feet. The lateral rotation provides the greatest amount of degrees necessary to perform the position perfectly. If performed improperly, it can generate problems, specialy in the knees, causing pain. The aim of this study was to evaluate the factors that influence the implementation of turnout in adolescents ballet dancers with knee pain and to compare them to the dancers without pain. Twenty three (23) ballet dancers with knee pain and 26 ballet dancers without pain were evaluated for range of motion of external rotation of the hip, muscle strength, femoral neck anteversion and static and dynamic turnout. The angles were measured with a manual goniometer, and the strength of the abductor muscle groups, external rotators and hip extensors with isometric dynamometer. The analysis was performed using ANOVA and Mann-Whitney. Range of motion of external rotation of the hip, femoral neck anteversion and muscle strength were similar between groups. The dynamic turnout was lower in ballet dancers with knee pain (p=0.02) and ballerinas with angular deficits above 10% over the static group had lower turnout under the bilateral extensor muscle group (p=0.04 and 0.03, right left) and right abductor (p=0.03). Although anatomical factors can influence the lateral rotation of the turnout, the angle decreased dynamic turnout was related to the group of dancers with pain. This suggests that training based on proximal awareness of movement can prevent and minimize burdens on the knees of classical dancers teens.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015227.v1
title: Intra- and inter-examiner reliability of the head postural assessment by computerized photogrammetry

description: Scientific articles about reliability of photogrammetry for cervical spine posture evaluation are infrequent. The aim of the present investigation is to verify intra- and inter-examiner reliability of computerized photogrammetry method for head postural evaluation in lateral view. Twenty-five young women between 20 and 30 years old were positioned seated in an upright position and photographed in lateral view. The photographs were imported to Corel Draw X13 program for postural evaluation by computerized photogrammetry. The reliability of intra- and inter-examiner analyses were performed for the angles: condyle-acromion (ACA), menton-sternum (AME) and Frankfurt (AF). The photogrammetry was performed by two examiners: EA and EB. The EA performed analysis of the photos of participants twice (A1 and A2) for the same angles in a range of three months to assess intra-examiner reliability. The EB performed the photogrammetry for the same angles (B1) for comparison with the data from EA (inter-examiner analysis). Excellent correlation in the intra-examiner analysis (A1 and A2) was found for the angles: ACA and AME, both with a 1.0 interclass correlation coefficient (ICC); for the AF angle, it was found ICC=0.78. For the ICC inter-examiner between A1 and B1, it was observed: ACA (ICC=0.24), AME (ICC=0.26), and AF (ICC=0.00). For the comparison between A2 and B1 the ICC values were: 0.23; 0.27; and 0.00, respectively for ACA, AME and AF, classified as weak correlations. The photogrammetry is reliable when performed by the same examiner. The inter-examiner assess showed low reliability, what could have been compromised by the reduced experience of the EB in applying the method.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015227
title: Intra- and inter-examiner reliability of the head postural assessment by computerized photogrammetry

description: Scientific articles about reliability of photogrammetry for cervical spine posture evaluation are infrequent. The aim of the present investigation is to verify intra- and inter-examiner reliability of computerized photogrammetry method for head postural evaluation in lateral view. Twenty-five young women between 20 and 30 years old were positioned seated in an upright position and photographed in lateral view. The photographs were imported to Corel Draw X13 program for postural evaluation by computerized photogrammetry. The reliability of intra- and inter-examiner analyses were performed for the angles: condyle-acromion (ACA), menton-sternum (AME) and Frankfurt (AF). The photogrammetry was performed by two examiners: EA and EB. The EA performed analysis of the photos of participants twice (A1 and A2) for the same angles in a range of three months to assess intra-examiner reliability. The EB performed the photogrammetry for the same angles (B1) for comparison with the data from EA (inter-examiner analysis). Excellent correlation in the intra-examiner analysis (A1 and A2) was found for the angles: ACA and AME, both with a 1.0 interclass correlation coefficient (ICC); for the AF angle, it was found ICC=0.78. For the ICC inter-examiner between A1 and B1, it was observed: ACA (ICC=0.24), AME (ICC=0.26), and AF (ICC=0.00). For the comparison between A2 and B1 the ICC values were: 0.23; 0.27; and 0.00, respectively for ACA, AME and AF, classified as weak correlations. The photogrammetry is reliable when performed by the same examiner. The inter-examiner assess showed low reliability, what could have been compromised by the reduced experience of the EB in applying the method.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.20015228
title: Test-retest reliability and concurrent validity of a digital manovacuometer

description: The manovacuometer is a simple, quick and non-invasive test which measures the maximal respiratory pressures (MRS). Guidelines recommend the use of a digital manovacuometer due to its high accuracy. The purpose of this study was to assess the test-retest reliability and concurrent validity of a digital manovacuometer in measuring the maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures (MIP/MEP) and nasal inspiratory pressure while sniffing (SNIP). A total of 30 healthy subjects were assessed (20-30 years old) using the UFMG and MicroRPM(r) (Micro Medical, UK) digital manovacuometers. To assess reliability, Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC) and Student's t test it was used for dependent samples. For the validity assessment, the following were used: Pearson correlation, Student's t test for dependent samples, linear regression and the Bland-Altman method. The level of significance was set at 5% (p&lt;0.05). The ICC values were significant and showed a good magnitude (0.76 to 0.89) and no significant differences were found between the means of the variables of the UFMG digital manovacuometer analyzed within two days (p&gt;0.05); the correlation between observed values from the two instruments was of high magnitude for all variables (0.82 to 0.85); no significant difference was found between the values obtained for both instruments (p&gt;0.05); a strong association was observed between measures of MIP and MEP obtained by the two methods and Bland-Altman analysis showed no systematic overestimation or underestimation of maximal respiratory pressures and SNIP. In conclusion, the results suggest that the UFMG manovacuometer is a reliable and valid instrument for assessing MIP, MEP and SNIP in healthy subjects.