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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7419152.v1
title: Reliability in the measurement of maximum inspiratory pressure and inspiratory capacity of a physiotherapist in training

description: ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to explore the impact of clinical experience on the reliability and concordance of maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) and inspiratory capacity (IC) measurements in a period of clinical training. For convenience, 37 participants in a body plethysmograph were evaluated by an experienced physiotherapist (EF) and a novice physiotherapist (NF). Intra-Class Correlation Coefficient (ICC) was used to analyze the reliability of the MIP and IC tests; to explore the individual differences, the Bland-Altman (gB/A) graphs were used. ICC analysis in three trials showed excellent inter-rater reliability (ICC 1st: 0.914; ICC 2nd: 0.915; ICC 3rd: 0.925) for the MIP test and (ICC 1st: 0.955; ICC 2nd: 0.965; ICC 3rd: 0.970) for the IC test. However, concordance according to gB/A among the evaluators showed a systematic trend with higher absolute scores for EF of 9.2 cmH2O in MIP, and of 0.06 L in IC, respectively. The results suggest that NF acquired reliable technical and discriminative skills for the MIP and IC test, but patients tended to improve performance with an experienced assessor. The evaluator’s experience influences the results obtained from the measurement of the MIP in the subjects; the formation of a NF requires incorporating more skills to recognize a sincere and maximum effort.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7418999
title: Influence of the malleolar marker position on postural parameters in the sagittal plane

description: ABSTRACT Photogrammetry is a postural evaluation method that provides information based on the reference of anatomical markers. In the sagittal plane, one of the main evaluations is related to the plumb line; however, the literature shows divergences regarding the placement of the malleolar reference marker. Some argue that it must be placed exactly on the center of the lateral malleolus, while others defend placing it slightly in front of the lateral malleolus. This study aimed to identify whether the modification of the position of the malleolar marker affects the results of the procedure. This is a cross-sectional analytical observational study, with comparative intrasubject design. Forty-four healthy subjects (25 women and 19 men; 27±6 years old; 170±11 cm; 71±15 kg) were evaluated using protocol and software DIPA© for investigation of the variables (plumb line test and pelvic version) in the sagittal plane, with the malleolar marker in two positions: (1) in the center of the lateral malleolus and (2) in front of the lateral malleolus. The analysis was carried out according to descriptive (frequency distribution, mean and standard deviation) and inferential (Shapiro-Wilk test, dependent Student’s t-test, and Wilcoxon test, α=0.05) statistical methods. For both variables, the malleolar marker position presented statistically significant difference (p&lt;0.05) only on the scalar value, not significantly affecting the posture classification. The results suggest that the vertical reference point for photogrammetry, based on the malleolar marker, can be chosen by the evaluator.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7418999.v1
title: Influence of the malleolar marker position on postural parameters in the sagittal plane

description: ABSTRACT Photogrammetry is a postural evaluation method that provides information based on the reference of anatomical markers. In the sagittal plane, one of the main evaluations is related to the plumb line; however, the literature shows divergences regarding the placement of the malleolar reference marker. Some argue that it must be placed exactly on the center of the lateral malleolus, while others defend placing it slightly in front of the lateral malleolus. This study aimed to identify whether the modification of the position of the malleolar marker affects the results of the procedure. This is a cross-sectional analytical observational study, with comparative intrasubject design. Forty-four healthy subjects (25 women and 19 men; 27±6 years old; 170±11 cm; 71±15 kg) were evaluated using protocol and software DIPA© for investigation of the variables (plumb line test and pelvic version) in the sagittal plane, with the malleolar marker in two positions: (1) in the center of the lateral malleolus and (2) in front of the lateral malleolus. The analysis was carried out according to descriptive (frequency distribution, mean and standard deviation) and inferential (Shapiro-Wilk test, dependent Student’s t-test, and Wilcoxon test, α=0.05) statistical methods. For both variables, the malleolar marker position presented statistically significant difference (p&lt;0.05) only on the scalar value, not significantly affecting the posture classification. The results suggest that the vertical reference point for photogrammetry, based on the malleolar marker, can be chosen by the evaluator.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974812
title: Treatment of patients of nonspecific chronic low back pain by physical therapists: a cross-sectional study

description: ABSTRACT Current studies have investigated the orientation of treatment that physical therapists adopt when treating nonspecific chronic low back pain (CLBP) by assessing their attitudes and beliefs. However, in Brazil, little is known about this subject, especially in the context of the Unified Health System. This study aimed to describe the attitudes and beliefs of the physical therapists working in the Unified Health System treating patients with nonspecific chronic CLBP and to identify the relationship between their demographic and professional characteristics and the treatment guidelines for nonspecific chronic CLBP. This is a cross-sectional population-based study. Data were collected using a demographic and professional questionnaire, and the Pain Attitudes and Beliefs Scale for Physiotherapists. Forty-nine physical therapists participated in the study, and the results showed higher agreement with attitudes and beliefs related to a biomedical orientation. The score in this scale was 15.5% higher than in the behavioral one, and the correlation (p&lt;0.05) between the time since graduation and the biopsychosocial treatment orientation was regular and positive. The conclusion was that biomedical beliefs were predominant among the physical therapists who treated nonspecific chronic CLBP in Unified Health System patients. This study also showed physical therapists with more time since graduation were more influenced by the biopsychosocial orientation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974812.v1
title: Treatment of patients of nonspecific chronic low back pain by physical therapists: a cross-sectional study

description: ABSTRACT Current studies have investigated the orientation of treatment that physical therapists adopt when treating nonspecific chronic low back pain (CLBP) by assessing their attitudes and beliefs. However, in Brazil, little is known about this subject, especially in the context of the Unified Health System. This study aimed to describe the attitudes and beliefs of the physical therapists working in the Unified Health System treating patients with nonspecific chronic CLBP and to identify the relationship between their demographic and professional characteristics and the treatment guidelines for nonspecific chronic CLBP. This is a cross-sectional population-based study. Data were collected using a demographic and professional questionnaire, and the Pain Attitudes and Beliefs Scale for Physiotherapists. Forty-nine physical therapists participated in the study, and the results showed higher agreement with attitudes and beliefs related to a biomedical orientation. The score in this scale was 15.5% higher than in the behavioral one, and the correlation (p&lt;0.05) between the time since graduation and the biopsychosocial treatment orientation was regular and positive. The conclusion was that biomedical beliefs were predominant among the physical therapists who treated nonspecific chronic CLBP in Unified Health System patients. This study also showed physical therapists with more time since graduation were more influenced by the biopsychosocial orientation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974443
title: Validity and reliability of the Brazilian version of the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule in blind people

description: ABSTRACT The World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS 2.0) is a tool developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to measure functioning and disability, supporting the ICF model. The Brazilian version of WHODAS 2.0 was translated and made available for use by WHO in 2015. Thus, this study aims to validate the Brazilian version of WHODAS 2.0 for use in blind people. Participants were 56 blind people (mean age: 48.4 ± 13.6) years. Two assessment tools were used, the 36-item version of WHODAS 2.0 and the World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-bref). The psychometric properties tested were internal consistency, test-retest and criterion validity. There was good test-retest reliability (ICC≥0.63). Cronbach’s alpha values showed good internal consistency in most areas, except in the subdomain of school or work activities (α = 0.55). The validity criterion was adequate, with moderate correlations between WHODAS 2.0 domains and WHOQOL-bref areas. The results indicated the validity of the WHODAS 2.0 for assessing the functionality of blind people.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974443.v1
title: Validity and reliability of the Brazilian version of the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule in blind people

description: ABSTRACT The World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS 2.0) is a tool developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to measure functioning and disability, supporting the ICF model. The Brazilian version of WHODAS 2.0 was translated and made available for use by WHO in 2015. Thus, this study aims to validate the Brazilian version of WHODAS 2.0 for use in blind people. Participants were 56 blind people (mean age: 48.4 ± 13.6) years. Two assessment tools were used, the 36-item version of WHODAS 2.0 and the World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-bref). The psychometric properties tested were internal consistency, test-retest and criterion validity. There was good test-retest reliability (ICC≥0.63). Cronbach’s alpha values showed good internal consistency in most areas, except in the subdomain of school or work activities (α = 0.55). The validity criterion was adequate, with moderate correlations between WHODAS 2.0 domains and WHOQOL-bref areas. The results indicated the validity of the WHODAS 2.0 for assessing the functionality of blind people.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974125
title: Analysis of muscle activation during reaching movement in active, active-assisted and self-assisted conditions in post-stroke patients

description: ABSTRACT A cerebrovascular accident (CVA) is a disease that often causes upper limb motor limitations and functional losses in reaching movements. The objective of this study was to analyze the muscle recruitment of the paretic upper limb during three reaching conditions: active, active-assisted and self-assisted, through electromyographic data of anterior fibers of Deltoid Muscle (DM), Biceps Brachii (BB) and Triceps Brachii (TB). Cross-sectional study that used as clinical trials the Mini-Mental State Examination, Berg balance scale, functional independence measure, the modified Ashworth scale, and the Fugl-Meyer assessment - upper limbs section. Surface electromyographic data were collected using the electromyograph and bipolar electrode configuration of the EMG System do Brasil with three channels positioned in the motor points of DM (anterior fibers), BB and TB of both upper limbs. Clinical variables showed mild motor, cognitive, and functional impairment. Electromyographic data showed that DM and TB contracted more during active-assisted than during self-assisted exercise (p&lt;0.05). DM and TB presented significant differences during reaching movements, while the BB muscle showed no changes. Among the different reaching exercises, the active-assisted was the one that provided greater muscle activation. Clinical trials are suggested to verify the effectiveness of the training.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974125.v1
title: Analysis of muscle activation during reaching movement in active, active-assisted and self-assisted conditions in post-stroke patients

description: ABSTRACT A cerebrovascular accident (CVA) is a disease that often causes upper limb motor limitations and functional losses in reaching movements. The objective of this study was to analyze the muscle recruitment of the paretic upper limb during three reaching conditions: active, active-assisted and self-assisted, through electromyographic data of anterior fibers of Deltoid Muscle (DM), Biceps Brachii (BB) and Triceps Brachii (TB). Cross-sectional study that used as clinical trials the Mini-Mental State Examination, Berg balance scale, functional independence measure, the modified Ashworth scale, and the Fugl-Meyer assessment - upper limbs section. Surface electromyographic data were collected using the electromyograph and bipolar electrode configuration of the EMG System do Brasil with three channels positioned in the motor points of DM (anterior fibers), BB and TB of both upper limbs. Clinical variables showed mild motor, cognitive, and functional impairment. Electromyographic data showed that DM and TB contracted more during active-assisted than during self-assisted exercise (p&lt;0.05). DM and TB presented significant differences during reaching movements, while the BB muscle showed no changes. Among the different reaching exercises, the active-assisted was the one that provided greater muscle activation. Clinical trials are suggested to verify the effectiveness of the training.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974665
title: Isokinetic performance of U-13 futsal athletes after application of the FIFA 11+ protocol

description: ABSTRACT This study’s objective was to evaluate U-13 futsal players’ knee flexor and extensor muscles isokinetic performance, after a 18-week application of the FIFA 11+ protocol. Participants were male futsal players (n = 14) with a mean age of 12.58 ± 0.66 years. The force evaluation was performed pre- and post-intervention using the Biodex System Pro 4™ isokinetic dynamometer, at speeds of 60°/s, 180°/s, and 300°/s. The FIFA 11+ protocol was applied before the start of each regular training, twice a week, for 18 weeks, with an approximate duration of 25 minutes. In the pre-intervention analysis, a higher than 10% difference between dominant and non-dominant limbs was found in flexors’ and extensors’ peak torque, at the 60°/s and 180°/s speeds, respectively. In the post-intervention analysis, no such asymmetries were found. Post-intervention, there was an increase in the agonist-antagonist ratio on the dominant side, at the 60°/s speed, approaching the ideal value proposed in the literature (60%). There was also an increase in athletes’ isokinetic performance. The 18-week application of the FIFA 11+ protocol promoted an improvement in the isokinetic performance of the knee’s extensor and flexor muscles, and decreased the muscular asymmetries between the limbs of young futsal athletes.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974665.v1
title: Isokinetic performance of U-13 futsal athletes after application of the FIFA 11+ protocol

description: ABSTRACT This study’s objective was to evaluate U-13 futsal players’ knee flexor and extensor muscles isokinetic performance, after a 18-week application of the FIFA 11+ protocol. Participants were male futsal players (n = 14) with a mean age of 12.58 ± 0.66 years. The force evaluation was performed pre- and post-intervention using the Biodex System Pro 4™ isokinetic dynamometer, at speeds of 60°/s, 180°/s, and 300°/s. The FIFA 11+ protocol was applied before the start of each regular training, twice a week, for 18 weeks, with an approximate duration of 25 minutes. In the pre-intervention analysis, a higher than 10% difference between dominant and non-dominant limbs was found in flexors’ and extensors’ peak torque, at the 60°/s and 180°/s speeds, respectively. In the post-intervention analysis, no such asymmetries were found. Post-intervention, there was an increase in the agonist-antagonist ratio on the dominant side, at the 60°/s speed, approaching the ideal value proposed in the literature (60%). There was also an increase in athletes’ isokinetic performance. The 18-week application of the FIFA 11+ protocol promoted an improvement in the isokinetic performance of the knee’s extensor and flexor muscles, and decreased the muscular asymmetries between the limbs of young futsal athletes.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974620
title: Respiratory muscle performance after 12 sessions of training using the apparatus Reformer of Pilates method

description: ABSTRACT To analyze respiratory muscle performance in exercise practitioners using the Reformer of Pilates method after a 12-session training. This study was carried out with 24 volunteers, healthy young adults, non-smokers and non-regular exercisers, divided into control group (CG) and trained group (TG). The TG participated in a training program executing 6 exercises in the Reformer apparatus. Both groups were submitted to the initial and final evaluations to analyze the performance of the respiratory muscles through the manovacuometry and electromyography of the rectus abdominis muscle. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to verify the data normality. Two-way analysis of variance was used for the comparisons between the groups (TG and CG) and moments (Initial and Final). For multiple comparisons, the Scheffé post hoc test was used. The groups Control and Trained were paired by age and BMI by paired t test. P &lt;0.05 was considered for significance. A significant difference (p=0039) was observed between the initial (116.6 ± 12.8) and final (120 ± 12.8) values of MIP in the trained group, as well as between baseline values (75.3 ± 12.4) and final (89.3 ± 13.7) of MEP in the same group (p=0.0005). For electromyography, a significant difference (p=0.03) was observed between the initial (42.1 ± 15.8) and final (76.7 ± 37.1) moments of the TG for the left rectus abdominis muscle. The conclusion is that the 12 Pilates sessions using the Reformer apparatus improve respiratory muscle performance, increasing the inspiratory and expiratory muscle strength.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974620.v1
title: Respiratory muscle performance after 12 sessions of training using the apparatus Reformer of Pilates method

description: ABSTRACT To analyze respiratory muscle performance in exercise practitioners using the Reformer of Pilates method after a 12-session training. This study was carried out with 24 volunteers, healthy young adults, non-smokers and non-regular exercisers, divided into control group (CG) and trained group (TG). The TG participated in a training program executing 6 exercises in the Reformer apparatus. Both groups were submitted to the initial and final evaluations to analyze the performance of the respiratory muscles through the manovacuometry and electromyography of the rectus abdominis muscle. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to verify the data normality. Two-way analysis of variance was used for the comparisons between the groups (TG and CG) and moments (Initial and Final). For multiple comparisons, the Scheffé post hoc test was used. The groups Control and Trained were paired by age and BMI by paired t test. P &lt;0.05 was considered for significance. A significant difference (p=0039) was observed between the initial (116.6 ± 12.8) and final (120 ± 12.8) values of MIP in the trained group, as well as between baseline values (75.3 ± 12.4) and final (89.3 ± 13.7) of MEP in the same group (p=0.0005). For electromyography, a significant difference (p=0.03) was observed between the initial (42.1 ± 15.8) and final (76.7 ± 37.1) moments of the TG for the left rectus abdominis muscle. The conclusion is that the 12 Pilates sessions using the Reformer apparatus improve respiratory muscle performance, increasing the inspiratory and expiratory muscle strength.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974302
title: How much occlusion time is necessary to assess maximal inspiratory pressure by the unidirectional expiratory valve method in subjects without artificial airway?

description: ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to determine how much occlusion time is necessary to obtain maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) by the unidirectional expiratory valve method in subjects without artificial airway. Thirty-one subjects aged 18-60 years were evaluated. MIP was evaluated by the standard method (MIPstan) and by the unidirectional expiratory valve method MIPuni, with the order of evaluation determined randomly by lot. For MIPuni measurement, a digital vacuum manometer was attached to a unidirectional expiratory valve and an orofacial mask for 20 seconds of occlusion. During this period, all subjects were encouraged to make maximal respiratory efforts. To define the optimum duration of the maneuver, the 20 seconds of effort were partitioned at every five-second interval (0-5s, 0-10s, 0-15s, 0-20s). The time intervals for obtaining MIPuni were compared with the one-way ANOVA test. The mean values of the standard method and the unidirectional expiratory valve method were compared using the paired Student’s t-test. The significance level was established at 5%. The mean values for the MIPstan (-102.5±23.9 cmH2O) presented a statistically significant difference as compared to the mean values for MIPuni (-117.3±24.8 cmH2O; p&lt;0.001). Maximal peak values for MIPuni were achieved within the 20-second time window, which differed significantly from the peak values obtained during the first five seconds (p=0.036). The occlusion time necessary to record MIP by the unidirectional expiratory valve method in collaborative subjects without artificial airway should be of at least 20 seconds.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7974302.v1
title: How much occlusion time is necessary to assess maximal inspiratory pressure by the unidirectional expiratory valve method in subjects without artificial airway?

description: ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to determine how much occlusion time is necessary to obtain maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) by the unidirectional expiratory valve method in subjects without artificial airway. Thirty-one subjects aged 18-60 years were evaluated. MIP was evaluated by the standard method (MIPstan) and by the unidirectional expiratory valve method MIPuni, with the order of evaluation determined randomly by lot. For MIPuni measurement, a digital vacuum manometer was attached to a unidirectional expiratory valve and an orofacial mask for 20 seconds of occlusion. During this period, all subjects were encouraged to make maximal respiratory efforts. To define the optimum duration of the maneuver, the 20 seconds of effort were partitioned at every five-second interval (0-5s, 0-10s, 0-15s, 0-20s). The time intervals for obtaining MIPuni were compared with the one-way ANOVA test. The mean values of the standard method and the unidirectional expiratory valve method were compared using the paired Student’s t-test. The significance level was established at 5%. The mean values for the MIPstan (-102.5±23.9 cmH2O) presented a statistically significant difference as compared to the mean values for MIPuni (-117.3±24.8 cmH2O; p&lt;0.001). Maximal peak values for MIPuni were achieved within the 20-second time window, which differed significantly from the peak values obtained during the first five seconds (p=0.036). The occlusion time necessary to record MIP by the unidirectional expiratory valve method in collaborative subjects without artificial airway should be of at least 20 seconds.