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The application of console games – exergames in cardiac rehabilitation: a pilot study

Kamil Szcześniak, Iwona Sarna, Anna Mierzyńska, Rafał Dąbrowski, Edyta Smolis-Bąk

 

Kamil Szcześniak, Iwona Sarna, Anna Mierzyńska, Rafał Dąbrowski, Edyta Smolis-Bąk– The application of console games – exergames in cardiac rehabilitation: a pilot study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(4); 182-191

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20AR1N

Abstract
Introduction. Too many people avoid regular physical activity, and therefore various strategies are taken to increase their motivation. In recent years, exercising with the use of console games, i.e. exergames, has gained popularity.
Material & Methods. The study included patients referred for an early post-hospital inpatient rehabilitation. All subjects participated in endurance training on cycle ergometers and in fitness exercises (dynamic, stretching, coordination, balance) with elements of resistance training 5 times per week. In the test group, the rehabilitation program was complemented with training with ActivLife equipment. Training sessions took place every day, 5 times a week. They involved training program consisting of 7 exercises that develop motor abilities: coordination, strength and balance in the form of activities similar to traditional exercises – squats, lateral flexion, three-plane movements of the upper limbs and torso deflections in sagittal plane. Trainings lasted from 15 to 20 minutes.
Results. After rehabilitation significant improvement of exertion tolerance was observed in patients in both groups in the following tests: 6MWT [m] – test group: 369 vs 426, p < 0.05, control group: 341 vs 434, p < 0.001; test of strength of the muscles in the lower limbs [number of repetitions/30s] were: test group: 11.4 vs 13.6, p < 0.001, control group: 9.9 vs 13.1, p < 0.001 and in the Up&Go Test [s]: test group 7.8 vs 6.7, p < 0.01, control group 8.4 vs 7.3, p < 0.01.
Conclusions. Interactive console games are evaluated by cardiac patients as an attractive, safe, and useful method of exercising. Training with the use of the ActivLife equipment has proved to be as effective as traditional exercises.
Key words:
exergames, cardiac rehabilitation, cardiology, physiotherapy, exercise
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Effects of massage therapy and exercise therapy on recovery of shin splints injury in women’s long distance running athletes

Ahmad Ridwan, Suharjana, Ahmad Nasrulloh, Ali Satia Graha, Arika Umi Zar’in, Muhammad Nurul Akbar Adityatama, Mela Suhariyanti

 

Ahmad Ridwan, Suharjana, Ahmad Nasrulloh, Ali Satia Graha, Arika Umi Zar’in, Muhammad Nurul Akbar Adityatama, Mela Suhariyanti – Effects of massage therapy and exercise therapy on recovery of shin splints injury in women’s long distance running athletes. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(4); 122-127

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20A590

Abstract
The high intensity of running athletes’ training to overtraining and athletes who are not optimal even forget to do stretching and cooling down causes shin splints injuries. This certainly interferes with the performance of athletes during training and competitions. This study aims to determine the effect of massage therapy and exercise therapy on the recovery of shin splint injuries in female long-distance runners in the master category. This type of research uses a quasi-experimental approach with a One-Control Group Pretest-Postest Design research design. The data collection technique used tests and measurements with a goniometer to measure the range of motion of the joints and a pain scale to determine the level of pain. The population in this study were female marathon athletes aged 42 years and over. The data analysis technique used the paired t-test after previously going through the normality test and homogeneity test. The results showed that there were significant differences in the treatment of massage therapy and exercise therapy, namely decreased pain and increased joint ROM with a value of p = 0.000 (p < 0.05).
Keywords
massage, exercise, shin splint injuries
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Multimodal programmes in the treatment of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) – a two-step review

Krzysztof Konior, Aleksandra Bitenc-Jasiejko, Danuta Lietz-Kijak, Piotr Skomro, Małgorzata Kowacka, Konrad Kijak, Zbigniew Śliwiński


Krzysztof Konior, Aleksandra Bitenc-Jasiejko, Danuta Lietz-Kijak, Piotr Skomro, Małgorzata Kowacka, Konrad Kijak, Zbigniew Śliwiński – Multimodal programmes in the treatment of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) – a two-step review. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(1); 188-202

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG07B914

Abstract
Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is one of the most common ailments associated with the human musculoskeletal system, characterised by the presence of the so-called trigger points (TrP – trigger point; MTrPs – myofascial trigger points). The International Association for the Study of Pain indicates that MPS may affect approximately one-third of people with chronic musculoskeletal pain, and that there is a lack of appropriate classification which can be attributed to a misunderstanding and/or misinterpretation of the pathophysiology. Given the diverse causes of pain syndromes in myofascial structures, it is vital to properly select and integrate therapeutic methods. The scientific literature indicates that treatment programmes should include a variety of manual therapy methods and rehabilitation exercises. Trigger point therapies, such as dry needling or dry cupping, are also widely used. At the heart of the success of rehabilitation programmes, in the opinion of the authors of this publication, is their multimodality, i.e. selection of therapeutic methods based on the cause of the pain, providing for measurable, reproducible diagnostic methods in therapy.
Aim of the study. The aim of this study is to analyse and infer conclusions on multimodal myofascial pain therapy programmes.
Material and methods. Given the complex research problem set as the aim, the study was carried out through a literature review in terms of two criteria:
Criterion I (C I): analysis of the literature on the etiology and pathogenesis of myofascial pain (i.e. causes and triggers, symptoms, social and environmental factors determining the onset of MPS), diagnostic procedures (initial diagnosis and ongoing monitoring of treatment outcomes), and therapeutic methods used in the course of MPS.
Criterion II (C II): a literature study of research publications addressing multimodal programmes for myofascial pain therapy, with their qualitative evaluation using the modified PEDro scale, and empirical testing of hypotheses based on the literature study and the analysis made in Part I.
Data sources: PubMed, SCOPUS, Science Direct, MEDLINE, PEDro, Cochrane, Embase, Web of Science Core Collection, Google Scholar electronic databases were searched systematically, restricting the languages to English and German only.
Results. The analysis of the literature showed that the causes, symptoms and associations of myofascial pain have been described in detail. There are also numerous reports on a variety of therapeutic methods, together with a precisely described methodology for their implementation. It is not uncommon to recommend combining methods into multimodal programmes, which unfortunately does not mean that there are many such programmes or that studies on MPS are consistent. The literature study on multimodal treatment programmes for MPS revealed that there is no correlation between its pathogenesis and a purposeful selection of specific therapeutic methods. In a small number of cases, a complex etiopathogenesis led to the formation of multidisciplinary teams. This may be associated with the absence of strict recommendations on the diagnostic methods applicable to the assessment of MPS.
Conclusions. 1. Multimodal programmes for the treatment of musculoskeletal pain, notably MPS and MTrPs, should include a detailed and comprehensive diagnosis (structural, biochemical, psycho-emotional) which should serve as the basis for the formation of interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams. 2. Musculoskeletal diagnosis, in addition to radiological assessment, should include measurable techniques of postural and functional assessment (such as pedobarography, wearable sensors, assisted anthropometry, i.e. photogrammetry, videogrammetry, etc.), aimed primarily at the ongoing assessment of posture. 3. The choice of therapeutic methods and patient education should be based on the causes of the patient’s pain, taking into account systemic diseases, postural defects, lifestyle and psycho-emotional state. 4. Scientific research in multimodal treatment programmes should be carried out in randomised groups, with due attention to the methodologies of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and group selection.
Keywords
chronic pain, myofascial pain, manual therapy, exercise, multimodal programmes
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Aerobic exercise versus mediterranean diet on insulin resistance in obese prediabetic postmenopausal women: A randomized controlled study

Hala Mohamed Hanafy, Magda Sayed Morsi, Hosam El-Din Hussain Kamel, Safaa Al-Hossany Tawfiq, Sally Osama Baraka


Hala Mohamed Hanafy, Magda Sayed Morsi, Hosam El-Din Hussain Kamel, Safaa Al-Hossany Tawfiq, Sally Osama Baraka – Aerobic exercise versus mediterranean diet on insulin resistance in obese prediabetic postmenopausal women: A randomized controlled study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(1); 184-190

Abstract
Purpose. To find out the effect of Mediterranean diet and exercise on weight reduction and their influences on insulin resistance in obese prediabetic postmenopausal women.
Methods. Randomized controlled trial. This study was carried out on 40 obese postmenopausal women with sedentary life and with insulin resistance. They were selected from Cairo University Medical Hospitals and divided randomly into two equal groups; group A, Diet group (n = 20), enrolled on a Mediterranean diet for 12 weeks and group B, Exercise group (n = 20), enrolled on exercise training for 12 weeks. For each patient the weight, height, body mass index (BMI), waist and hip circumferences and ratio and Hemoglobin A1c were estimated and recorded before and after intervention.
Results. After intervention, the Mediterranean diet and exercise groups showed significant weight reduction, lower BMI, waist and hip circumferences and ratio and HbA1c. However, there was significant differences between both groups. Mediterranean diet showed significant reduction in all weight parameters and HbA1c than exercise group.
Conclusion. The Mediterranean diet resulted in better weight reduction and improvement of insulin resistance than exercise in obese prediabetic postmenopausal women.
Key words:
obesity, mediterranean diet, exercise, postmenopausal women, prediabetic women, insulin resistance, waist, and hip circumferences
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Effect of Life Style Modification on Premenopausal Uterine Fibroids: A randomized controlled trial

Hala M Hanfy, Mohamed A. Awad, Abd El-Hamid Abd El-Maksod Abd El-Aaty, Hoda H El dahesh

Hala M Hanfy, Mohamed A. Awad, Abd El-Hamid Abd El-Maksod Abd El-Aaty, Hoda H El dahesh – Effect of Life Style Modification on Premenopausal Uterine Fibroids: A randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(4); 18-24

Abstract
Purpose. This study was designed to investigate the effect of life style modification on premenopausal uterine fibroids. Materials and methods. Forty pre-menopausal women diagnosed as uterine fibroids shared in this study. They were selected randomly from the Out-patient clinic of gynecology department in Damanhour Medical National Institute in Damanhour. Their ages were ranged from 36-47 years old. Their body mass index (BMI) didn’t exceed 35 kg/m2. They were diagnosed as subserosal and intramural uterine fibroids. Pregnant women, patients with malignant disease, cardiac pacemakers, myomectomy, psychological problems, postmenopausal patients or hormonal replacement therapy are excluded from study. The design of study was pre-test post-test experimental design. They were divided into two equal groups: Group A (Control group) consisted of 20 patients who received moderate restricted Mediterranean diet for six months. Group B (Study group) consisted of 20 patients who treated by lifestyle intervention program in the form of moderate restricted Mediterranean diet and aerobic exercises (5 times /week) for six months. Each patient in both groups was asked to take 3-4 teabag of Lipton green tea per day. Body mass index (BMI) was assessed by using standard weight-height scale, waist circumference (WC) was assessed by tape measurement; severity of symptoms was assessed by symptoms severity scale questionnaire (SSS) for all patients in both groups A and B before and after treatment. Serum Estradiol (E2), total cholesterol (TC) and triglyceride (TG) were assessed for all patients in both groups A and B before and after treatment. Results. pretreatment, there was no statistical significant difference between both groups A and B in the mean values of BMI, waist circumference, symptoms severity subscale (SSS), serum estradiol (E2), total cholesterol (TC) and triglyceride level (TG). While post treatment, there was statistical significant difference between both groups A and B in the mean values of BMI, waist circumference, symptoms severity subscale (SSS), serum estradiol (E2), total cholesterol (TC) and triglyceride level (TG) (more decrease in group B). Conclusion. Life style modification through aerobic exercise and Mediterranean diet is effective in reducing severity of symptoms and improve quality of life in premenopausal uterine fibroids patients.
Key words:
Life style, Premenopausal, Uterine fibroid, Exercise
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Feedback in postural retraining

Janusz Nowotny

Janusz Nowotny – Feedback in postural retraining. Fizjoterapia Polska 2001; 1(1); 51-58

Abstract
Background. So-called corrective exercises are usually the primary treatment for children and youths with various disorders of body posture. The active correction of incorrect body posture is sometimes impossible because the child cannot feel its body positioning in space. For this reason exercises are often unsuccessful.Results. One can make good these shortages by using exercises supported by biofeedback. The basics of treatment supported by biofeedback are presented in the article. Various kinds of corrective exercises based on biofeedback are presented. Special devises for these exercises are also described.

Key words:
correction of postural defects, Exercise, substitute feedback

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Physical exercises to ameliorate the sequelae of osteoporosis

Agnieszka Nawrat, Ewa Zmudzka-Wilczek

Agnieszka Nawrat, Ewa Zmudzka-Wilczek – Physical exercises to ameliorate the sequelae of osteoporosis. Fizjoterapia Polska 2009; 9(1); 69-74

Abstract
Background. The manifestations of osteoporosis, such as fractures, pain, disorders of gastrointestinal and respiratory function, and postural deformities, become evident only after a number of years. Appropriate and regular physical activity makes it pos-sible to ameliorate these signs and symptoms.The goal of the present study was to determine whether a 3-month bone-strength-ening exercise programme can reduce the negative consequences of osteoporosis by increasing mobility in the joints of the pe/wc and shoulder girdles and the spine and improving rib cage mobility.Materiał and methods. The study was carried out at the St. Elizabeth Centrę in Ruda Śląska and involved 30 patients with osteoporosis confirmed by densitometry The patients were divided into a study group and a control group on the basis of their involvement in the bone-strengthening exercise programme. Both groups underwent physical examinations. The following param-eters were evaluated: raising the upper limb forwards through flexion and sideways through abduction, flexion and abduction of the lower limb, sagittal and forward bending of the trunk (finger-floor test) and mobility of the rib cage. Results. The programme of bone-strengthening exercise was shown not to make a significant difference in the parameters of the locomotor system evaluated. Nevertheless, positive changes had been maintained with a tendency towards improvement in the following parameters: raising the upper limb forwards through flexion (41% improvement), mobility of the rib cage (40% improve-ment), and raising the upper limb sideways through abduction (33% improvement). Conclusions. A programme of physical exercise designed to strengthen bones exerts a positive effect slowing down the pro-gression of osteoporosis and may even improve the patienfs overall musculoskeletal health.
Key words:
physical activity, exercise, osteoporosis
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Exercise tolerance in patients after coronary artery bypass grafting

Małgorzata Dobko, Teresa Pop, Kazimierz Widenka

Małgorzata Dobko, Teresa Pop, Kazimierz Widenka – Exercise tolerance in patients after coronary artery bypass grafting. Fizjoterapia Polska 2009; 9(4); 293-300

Abstract
Background. According to the World Health 2002, ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is the most common heart disease. Of 56 million deaths registered worldwide in 2001, morę than 29% were due to cardiovascular disease, and morę 12% we-re secondary to ischaemic heart disease. Common sequelae of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery include mu-sculoskeletal dysfunctions and respiratory problems. The purpose ofthis work was to evaluate exercise tolerance in patients after CABG surgery. Material and methods. The study involved 20 ischaemic heart disease sufferers, aged 49-82 years, ąualified for a CABG procedurę under extracorporeal circulation. The patients completed a rehabilitation programme designed at the cardiac surgery department. Exercise tolerance was evaluated with the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) before surgery and on post-operative Day 7. Results. The results ofthe 6-minute walk test were statistically significant in younger patients and in those without a hi-story ofmyocardial infarction. Conclusions. There was a correlation between the left ventricular ejection fraction and the results of the 6-minute walk test.
Key words:
ischaemic heart disease, coronary artery bypass grafting, exercise
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Place of physical therapy with particular emphasis on exercises and massage in the treatment of patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis

Mateusz Wojciech Romanowski

M. W. Romanowski – Place of physical therapy with particular emphasis on exercises and massage in the treatment of patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(3); 90-101

Abstract
Place of physical therapy with particular emphasis on exercises and massage in the treatment of patients with Ankylosing SpondylitisThe process includes the sacroiliac joints, spinal joints and ligaments, fibrous rings and peripheral joints. From 0.1% to 0.5% of the population in Central Europe suffer from AS. Treatment of patients with AS requires, first of all, combining pharmacotherapy with non-pharmacological treatment including mainly: physical exercise, massage, participation in self-help groups, education, manual therapy, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, acupuncture, balneotherapy, spa therapy, systemic cryotherapy, lifestyle modification. So far, no single, proper algorithm for non-pharmacological treatment of patients with AS has been developed.
Key words:
Ankylosing spondylitis, physiotherapy, rheumatology, exercise, massage
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Exercise on Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in Obese Elderly Primigravida: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Eman Awad, Amir N Wadee, Heba Ali Abd EL-Ghaffaar, Hamada Ahmed Hamada

Eman Awad, Amir N Wadee, Heba Ali Abd EL-Ghaffaar, Hamada Ahmed Hamada – Exercise on Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in Obese Elderly Primigravida: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2019; 19(4); 120-125

Abstract
Background. In obstetric practice, advanced maternal age such as in case of elderly primigravida is known to be associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. Obesity is a commonly occurring risk factor with advancing maternal age. Exercise in pregnancy could prevent and limit adverse maternal and fetal morbidities. Further research was warranted to study the effect of exercise in this high risk group due to lack of research in this area. Objective. To investigate the effect of a specialized exercise program combined with diet conducted early in pregnancy on maternal and neonatal outcomes in obese elderly primigravida. Methods. Design: A randomized, clinical, controlled trial. Setting: The study was conducted at physical therapy Department of Bab El-Sharia University Hospital, Egypt, between May 2016 and May 2017. Participants: 80 obese elderly primigravida participants enrolled into experimental and control groups. Interventions: The experimental group participants were closely supervised to perform the exercise program starting from 14 weeks’ gestation till 37 weeks’ gestation with a moderate restricted diet and received advice specific to each trimester of pregnancy, while the control group participants were provided with specific instructions to perform the exercise program with the same diet and advice. Outcome measures: Primary outcome measure was the last BMI of each participant measured at 37 weeks of gestation while the secondary outcome measures were mode of delivery, neonatal weight and neonatal APGAR score. Results. Eighty obese elderly primigravida (control group n = 40; experimental group n = 40) were randomized. There were statistical significant differences between groups in last BMI, mode of delivery and neonates APGAR scores at 1st minute of life and 5th minute of life (p < 0.05). While, there was no statistical significant difference between groups in neonatal weight (p > 0.05). Conclusion: A specialized antenatal exercise program is very effective in decreasing maternal and neonatal complications in obese elderly primigravidae and their off springs.

Key words:
elderly primigravida, obesity, neonatal outcomes, maternal outcomes, exercise

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