Tag: Krystyna Kwaśny

The impact of selected correctional exercises on changes in the bioelectrical activity of muscles on both sides of the primary scoliosis

Krystyna Kwaśny, Janusz Nowotny, Edward Saulicz

Krystyna Kwaśny, Janusz Nowotny, Edward Saulicz – The impact of selected correctional exercises on changes in the bioelectrical activity of muscles on both sides of the primary scoliosis. Fizjoterapia Polska 2002; 2(3); 199-202

Abstract
Background. The bioelectrical activity of the spinal muscles was evaluated, as expressed by the frequency of the biopotentials, their average amplitude, and the number of returns on either side of the primary scoliosis. Material and methods. Our research involved 110 boys and girls aged 6 to 16, with a clinical diagnosis of scoliosis. The measurements were made in a relaxed position during an attempt at active correction and in the course of performing certain corrective exercises. Both symmetric and asymmetric exercises were chose for this analysis. Some exercises were conducted with additional information provided about the degree of fault correction through monitoring, light signals, and sound signals. A computer EMG set was used, composed of a 4-channel „Medicor MG-440” electromyograph equipped with a digital analogue, cooperating with a computer appropriately programmed for the automatic analysis of integrated electromyograms. Results. The results we obtained indicate certain corrective potential, expressed by the symmetrization of bioelectric muscle activity in the course of an attempt at active correction of scoliosis. The suitability of the majority of the analyzed corrective exercises was also indicated in the normalization of muscle tension on both sides of the curvature, and especially those which additionally use the mechanism of substitute feedback.

Key words:
Scoliosis, electromiography, biopotentials

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The treatment of Peyroni’s disease by combined laser and ultrasound therapy: a trial

Krystyna Kwaśny, Marek Chorąży, Dariusz Bielecki, Rafał Kurzyk, Henryk Knapik

Krystyna Kwaśny, Marek Chorąży, Dariusz Bielecki, Rafał Kurzyk, Henryk Knapik – The treatment of Peyroni’s disease by combined laser and ultrasound therapy: a trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2002; 2(3); 181-184

Abstract
Background. Given the known impact of laser beams and ultrasound waves on human tissues, the authors decided to assess the results of therapy using these modalities for a relatively unfamiliar illness: Peyroni’s disease, also known as soft penile sclerosis. The theoretical premise was that a laser beam targeted at atherosclerotic plaque would cause initial softening, after which the ultrasound wave would knock out the calcium molecules from the plaque structure, lead to its breakdown. This was expected to result in resolution or reduction of fibrotic plaque, as well as regression or reduction of the angle of penile curvature. Undoubtedly the synergistic action of both methods should also be of significance here, as for example the analgesic effects of laser and ultrasound.Material and methods. The tests were performed in the period 1996 – 2001 on 25 men who presented with various levels of sclerotic lesions in the vicinity of the cavernous bodies of the penis. We attempted to measure the impact of the proposed therapy on the size of fibrotic plaque, penile curvature and pain symptoms.Results. Of the patients we studied, 22 (88%) were found to have fibrous plaques. In 12 of these cases (54.5%), the plaques had disappeared completely after therapy, while in 8 patients (36.4%) the sclerotic lesions were significantly reduced. No improvement was seen in 2 patients (9%). Conclusions. The results we obtained confirmed the theoretical premises; however, verification over a longer follow-up period is necessary.

Key words:
soft penile sclerosis, Physical Medicine, Peyroni’s disease

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General functional dependencies required in the design of sauna complexes in public access facilities

Hanna Adamczyk-Bujniewicz, Janusz Kubacki, Krystyna Kwaśny, Henryk Knapik

Hanna Adamczyk-Bujniewicz, Janusz Kubacki, Krystyna Kwaśny, Henryk Knapik – General functional dependencies required in the design of sauna complexes in public access facilities. Fizjoterapia Polska 2003; 3(1); 85-90

Abstract
The increasing tempo of modern life is causing greater demand for various forms of recreation. New types of facilities are being constructed, among which are so-called Water Parks. An integral element of these facilities is the sauna complex. This is an area containing an aggregation of saunas and baths with a broad spectrum of effects. For the proper design and operation of these complexes it is essential to be familiar with the broad range of possibilities offered by the sauna, and to possess some basic knowledge of physiological reactions. Sauna complexes for public use should be designed on the basis of familiarity with stimuli and all the elements that influence the desired outcome of a sauna session. A properly designed environment in such facilities enables them to be fully and effectively utilized.

Key words:
recreation, biological renovation, regeneration

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