Author: Eva Lukáčová, Gabriela Škrečková, Lucia Demjanovič Kendrová

The occurence of postural disorders and muscular imbalance in children from urban and rural environment

Eva Lukáčová, Gabriela Škrečková, Lucia Demjanovič Kendrová


Eva Lukáčová, Gabriela Škrečková, Lucia Demjanovič Kendrová – The occurence of postural disorders and muscular imbalance in children from urban and rural environment. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 116-120

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20Az2j

Abstract

Background. Postural examination is considered to be one of the most important parts of the general examination and is therefore the basis for correct diagnosis and determining preventive measures or appropriate treatment procedures.
Objective. The aim of the study was to evaluate the functional status of school-aged children.
Methods: The study was carried out at selected primary schools in Slovakia, we examined 453 children. We assessed the quality of the postural system according to Thomas Klein´s evaluation, modified by Mayer, the presence of shortened and weakened muscles according to Janda. The following measurements were used to assess the range of motion of the spine: Otto’s inclination and reclination distance, Schober’s distance, Stibor’s distance and Thomayer’s distance.
Results. A statistically significant difference was found in the examination of gluteal muscles strength l.dx. (p = 0.03), gluteal muscles l.sin. (p ≤ 0.001), with the children from urban environment having, on average, lower muscle strength. Statistically significant differences were found in the evaluation of m. trapesiusl.dx. at significance level p = 0.04, m. trapesiusl.sin. at the level of significance p ≤ 0,001, with higher average values found in children from the urban environment.
Conclusion. Children from countryside show better postural outcomes and exhibit fewer postural disturbances than children from city backgrounds.

Keywords:
school age, postural disorders, muscular imbalance

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Application of non-invasive brain stimulation with the use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) or transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in the treatment of dysphagia following an ischemic stroke – analysis of research reports

Karolina Sandecka, Zbigniew Śliwiński


Karolina Sandecka, Zbigniew Śliwiński – Application of non-invasive brain stimulation with the use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) or transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in the treatment of dysphagia following an ischemic stroke – analysis of research reports. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 108-114

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20ANp0

Abstract

Stroke is one of the significant problems and causes of death, in particular in highly developed countries. It is also the most common cause of dysphagia.
This study is devoted to the analysis of publications from the last decade concerning research on the use of non-invasive brain stimulation (TMS, tDCS) in the treatment of dysphagia following an ischemic stroke. The following databases were searched for publications: PUBMED, Polish Scientific Journals Database, EBSCO, ScienceDirect. Out of 358 articles found, only two met all the inclusion conditions.
The studies discussed in this article included patients who had their first unilateral ischemic stroke, followed by dysphagia.
Findings from pilot studies on the effectiveness of the use of tDCS in the treatment of dysphagia following an ischemic stroke were analysed. Fourteen patients aged 50-92 were randomly assigned to two groups. The study group was treated with anodic stimulation, and the control group with sham brain stimulation. The results showed that patients in the study group obtained a statistically significant result, indicating an improvement in the swallowing function as measured by the Dysphagia Score and Severity Scale. The above data may indicate the effectiveness of the use of tDCS in the treatment of dysphagia.
Fifty patients were qualified for the research on the effectiveness of rTMS in the treatment of dysphagia. Three groups were created: the first group treated with high frequency rTMS, where patients received rTMS stimulation – 3Hz; the second group with low frequency rTMS – 1Hz; and the control group. The effectiveness of the therapy used was assessed on the fifth day and after 1, 2 and 3 months. After 5 days the groups where active rTMS stimulation was used showed greater improvement in the swallowing function compared to the sham stimulation group. Improved results in the Standardized Swallowing Assessment were also recorded after 3 months in the 1Hz and 3Hz groups, but this did not apply to the control group. In three groups, the results of the water swallow test and the degree of dysphagia improved after 3 months.
This analysis shows that non-invasive brain stimulation using tDCS and rTMS in the treatment of dysphagia is associated with improved swallowing function. However, the small number of studies conducted in this area does not allow for extrapolation of their results.

Keywords:
dysphagia, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)

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Two-dimensional analysis of gait parameters on normal and overweight children – an observational study

Abirami E., Malarvizhi D., P. Sekar


Abirami E., Malarvizhi D., P. Sekar – Two-dimensional analysis of gait parameters on normal and overweight children – an observational study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 100-106

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20A6RB

Abstract

Background. Gait analysis is a systematic study of human locomotion that involves evaluating body motions, body mechanics, and muscle activity. Objective. To analyze spatiotemporal and kinematics variables among overweight children and normal children. Methodology. Non-Experimental study, convenient sampling, sample size was 30. Both boys and girls with 12 to 14 years of age were included in the study. Procedure. Participant were selected according to BMI for analyzing the normal and overweight children, based on these two groups were divided. GROUP A – Normal children and GROUP B – Overweight children. Outcome measures. Spatiotemporal and kinematics variables were assessed by using 2D gait analysis with software from Auptimo technologies. Results. Gait analysis of normal children shows significant difference in ankle plantar flexion, knee flexion and hip flexion in lateral view and in anterior view shows knee adduction, in posterior view shows ipsilateral pelvic drop and rear foot eversion at p < 0.05. In overweight children shows that ankle dorsiflexion, knee hyperextension, hip extension in lateral view, and in anterior view shows knee adduction and in posterior view shows that contralateral pelvic drop and rear foot eversion. In spatiotemporal parameters of overweight children shows reduced cadence and gait cycle compare to normal children at p < 0.05. Conclusion: This study concludes the normal and overweight children shows marked changes in ankle, knee and hip joint, knee abduction/adduction, pelvic drop, rear foot angle and spatiotemporal parameters.

Keywords:
lower limb, pelvic drop, rear foot angle, knee adduction/adduction, spatiotemporal, gait analysis, 2-dimensional

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Premenstrual syndrome and its biopsychosocial symptoms among physiotherapy students in Eastern Delta: An exploratory study

Gehan A. Abdelsamea, Mostafa Amr, Ahmed M. N. Tolba, Haitham O. Elboraie, Amir Soliman, Shereen Hamed Elsayed, Doaa A. Osman


Gehan A. Abdelsamea, Mostafa Amr, Ahmed M. N. Tolba, Haitham O. Elboraie, Amir Soliman, Shereen Hamed Elsayed, Doaa A. Osman – Premenstrual syndrome and its biopsychosocial symptoms among physiotherapy students in Eastern Delta: An exploratory study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 88-99

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20A0LR

Abstract

Background. During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, a set of clinically significant physical and psychological symptoms known as premenstrual syndrome (PMS) emerge. This condition can be extremely distressing and hinder females’ ability to work.
Purpose. To calculate the prevalence and severity of PMS and its biopsychosocial symptoms in female physiotherapy students in Eastern Delta and to investigate the relationship between various socio-demographic and reproductive factors.
Methods. At Delta University for Science and Technology in Gamasa, Egypt, 396 female physiotherapy students participated in an exploratory cross-sectional survey with a mean age of 20.23±1.07 years and BMI with a mean of 28.86 ± 5.05 kg/m2. The premenstrual syndrome scale (PMSS) was adopted to assess the prevalence of PMS and related symptoms, and a self-administered questionnaire was used to gauge sociodemographic and reproductive data.
Results: Three hundred ninety-six females of 438 females completed the study. In 85% of cases, PMS predominated research calculations. The PMS group displayed symptoms of fatigue, cramping in the abdomen, tension, mood fluctuations, and decreased productivity more overtly. According to a multiple linear regression analysis, living in a rural area, hitting menarche earlier, having a higher BMI, and having a family history were all significantly linked to PMS (p < 0.05). Conclusion. Female students have a high prevalence of PMS and its biopsychosocial symptoms. Therefore, adoption of preventive reproductive health and counseling services should be implemented as a standard component of routine clinical treatment for university students.

Keywords:
premenstrual syndrome, Egypt, premenstrual syndrome scale, biopsychosocial symptoms, physiotherapy students

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Tax changes and self-employment by physiotherapists

Damian Durlak


Damian Durlak – Zmiany podatkowe a prowadzenie własnej działalności gospodarczej przez fizjoterapeutów. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 84-87

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20Az0J

Abstract

A physiotherapist running or thinking of starting his/her own business must take into account many factors affecting business profitability. All predictable costs, as well as sudden crises and geopolitical changes should be considered due to their significant impact on the ability to continue running the business. Recent changes in tax policy and geopolitical turmoil make the analysis even more difficult, and its results not always optimistic.

Keywords:
physiotherapists, tax changes, inflation, self-employment

Article only in Polish language

Effects of both hip and traditional strengthening exercises on early outcomes post anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Ezzat El Sayed Moubarak, Reem Dawood, Asmaa Abdelmonem, Mohamed K Seyam, Radwa S Abdulrahman


Ezzat El Sayed Moubarak, Reem Dawood, Asmaa Abdelmonem, Mohamed K Seyam, Radwa S Abdulrahman – Effects of both hip and traditional strengthening exercises on early outcomes post anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 76-83

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20AHN3

Abstract

Background. Lower extremity muscles weakness occur after the reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACLR), specifically the hip muscles. The literature suggests that decreased hip strength which results from ACLR can lead to biomechanical changes in lower extremity. Objective. The aim of the current study was to assess effects of adding hip strengthening exercises with traditional strengthening exercises on early outcomes after ACLR. Materials and methods. Randomized controlled study was conducted on 50 male participants with primary unilateral ACLR, they were tested pre-operative and after 12 weeks postoperative; for pain intensity by visual analog scale (VAS), side to side difference knee extension limitation range of motion (ROM) by goniometer, and lower extremity function tests by side-to-side single-leg hop test and 10-yards test. They were assigned into two groups; group A (hip strengthening exercises with traditional strengthening exercises) and group B (traditional strengthening exercises only). Both groups received the treatment 3 sessions/week for 12 weeks. Results. The results of independent t-test showed that there were significant improvements (p < 0.05) in all variables (pain intensity, side to side difference knee extension limitation ROM, side-to-side single-leg hop test and 10-yards test) in both groups with superiority of group A. Conclusion. Adding of hip strengthening exercises to traditional strengthening exercises were effective on early outcomes post ACLR.

Keywords:
ACLR, hip strengthening exercises, traditional strengthening exercises, single leg hop test, 10-yards test

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Effects of Buteyko therapy on dipping of peak expiratory flow rate and quality of life in asthmatic patients among adult and elderly population

D. Anandhi, M. Tamilalagan


D. Anandhi, M. Tamilalagan – Effects of Buteyko therapy on dipping of peak expiratory flow rate and quality of life in asthmatic patients among adult and elderly population. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 70-75

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20AxlA

Abstract

Background. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory illness of the airways characterised by airway obstruction and bronchial hyper-responsiveness that is at least partly reversible. Serial peak expiratory flow measurements are frequently used in the clinical management of asthma to improve diagnose, estimate severity, and screen for provocative variables. When compared to mild persistent asthma, moderate to severe asthma has a lower QOL. Objective. The study’s aim is to determine the impact of Buteyko treatment on asthmatic patients’ peak expiratory flow rate (Expiratory flow rate) and quality of life. Study design. Pre and post type experimental design. Procedure. Twenty-two mild to moderate asthmatic patients, both men and women, aged 25–60 years, were randomly selected and given a peak expiratory flow metre to measure peak expiratory flow rate in the morning and evening at the same time every day. Basic chest physiotherapy was taught to all of the patients. PEFR decreased in 15 of 22 patients throughout the research period, and Buteyko treatment was administered twice daily for 6 weeks. Outcome measures. Peak Expiratory Flow Rate and Questionnaire on Shortness of Breath. Results. With Buteyko therapy, asthmatic patients’ PEFR and Shortness of Breath questionnaires improved statistically significantly (p < 0.05). Conclusion. The study found that Buteyko treatment had a substantial impact on peak expiratory flow rate lowering and asthmatic patients’ quality of life.

Keywords:
dipping, buteyko therapy, quality of life, bronchial asthma, peak expiratory flow rate, shortness of breath questionnaire

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The impact of body composition disorders on the quality of life of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Marzena Dorosz, Katarzyna Bogacz, Marta Gołdyn-Pastuszka, Marcin Krajczy, Anna Szczegielniak, Jacek Łuniewski, Jan Szczegielniak


Marzena Dorosz, Katarzyna Bogacz, Marta Gołdyn-Pastuszka, Marcin Krajczy, Anna Szczegielniak, Jacek Łuniewski, Jan Szczegielniak – The impact of body composition disorders on the quality of life of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 56-69

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20AXT7

Abstract

Introduction. COPD is a chronic inflammatory disease that constitutes a significant public health problem. It is characterized by not fully reversible, progressive limitation of airflow through the airways. In addition to the harmful pulmonary effects, COPD manifests itself with complications in other body systems, including body composition disorders, which adversely affects patients’ quality of life and prognosis. The objective of this study was to assess the quality of life of patients with COPD and to assess the factors that will affect its deterioration.
Material and methods. The study included 37 patients of the University Hospital at the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Kraków at 8 Skawińska Street, who were diagnosed with COPD according to the GOLD guidelines. In the study group, a personal questionnaire was conducted, anthropometric data was collected, i.e. the Quetelet index was calculated, thigh circumference and skin folds were measured, and the subjective assessment of the quality of life was examined using the SGRQ-C questionnaire and the CAT Test.
Results. Based on the analysis of the collected materials, it was shown that the average assessment of the quality of life in the study population was at a low level of 61.8 points on the SGRQ-C scale. There was a large variation in the assessment of HRQoL depending on the stage of the disease. The best result, amounting to 23.0 points, was achieved by patients in stage 1, and the worst – 81.6 points. – patients in stage 4 according to GOLD guidelines. Among the main determinants of the quality of life in the study group, in addition to the degree of airway obstruction, there were: high intensity of clinical symptoms, such as cough, shortness of breath or expectoration of secretions, low body weight and the number of comorbidities. Conclusions. It has been shown that the loss of fat-free body mass and systemic complications are factors that significantly reduce the quality of life, and patients with fewer comorbidities and with increased BMI score better on the SGRQ-C scale. It has been proven that the progression of the disease contributes to the exclusion of patients from active social life and causes many mental problems. It was established that patients with COPD should be covered by multidisciplinary care and a special training program in order to prevent or delay the onset of systemic complications, which significantly worsen the patients’ quality of life

Keywords:
COPD, body composition, quality of life

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Impairement of functional ability in patients with Parkinson’s disease, a qualitative study

Mabel Manoj Mathew, Suresh J.


Mabel Manoj Mathew, Suresh J. – Impairement of functional ability in patients with Parkinson’s disease, a qualitative study. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 48-54

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20Ak5q

Abstract

Background. Population studies on the incidence of Parkinson’s are important to scientists’ understanding of the history of the disease, its progression, and the risk factors associated with it. Information about the incidence in different age groups and genders can help healthcare experts design strategies to meet patients’ needs. Objective. To understand the subjective functional Impairment in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Methodology. It is a qualitative study with a sample size of 10, including Parkinson’s disease patients between the age group of 40 to 70 years. The interviews of the patients were conducted either through phone calls or zoom calls depending on their convenience. Results. The most mentioned complaints by the patients included in the study are, tremor, masked face, a fixed expression, difficulty in talking, slowness of movement, unsteadiness while walking, fear of fall, short-stepped gait, forward bent or stooped posture, and freezing episodes. Patients require only minimal assistance from caregivers or family members to do their daily activities (n = 4) and are majorly dependent on others for their day-to-day requirements (n = 3), completely dependent, and bedridden (n = 1). Conclusion: According to the data collected from the patients, it can be concluded that patients with Parkinson’s disease develop difficulties in their functional activities and end up with activity limitations as the disease progresses and the symptoms worsen.

Keywords:
Parkinson’s disease, quality of life, motor symptoms, activity limitations, functional ability

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Scar prevention by low level laser therapy on surgical wound post hand flexor tendon repair

Eman M. Othman, Amr A. Elgrahi, Mohammad H. Ahmad, Rokaia A. Toson


Eman M. Othman, Amr A. Elgrahi, Mohammad H. Ahmad, Rokaia A. Toson – Scar prevention by low level laser therapy on surgical wound post hand flexor tendon repair. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 40-47

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20A8mY

Abstract

Objective. To evaluate the effect of an early intervention of Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) on incisional wound scar formation and range of motion (ROM) of interphalangeal (IP) joints post surgical repair of hand flexor tendon laceration.
Material and methods. Thirty male patients between the ages of 20 and 40 who underwent unilateral zone II flexor tendon repair of the hand were assigned randomly into two equal groups in number of 15 patients each group. Group (A) (Laser therapy group) received early LLLT in addition to post surgical medical care while the group (B) (Control group) received only post surgical medical care. The primary outcomes were color, pigmentation, pliability and height of wound scars which was measured by Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS). In addition to Total Active Motion (TAM) of hand’s digits which measured by hand goniometer. The assessment was taken after 4 weeks and 12 weeks postoperative.
Results. After 12 weeks compared to after 4 weeks in both groups, there was a significant decrease in the VSS and a significant increase in Total Active Motion (TAM) according to within group comparisons (p < 0.001). When compared to the control group at 4 and 12 weeks, the laser group had a significantly lower VSS and a significantly higher TAM (p < 0.01).
Conclusion. Early applications of LLLT post surgical repair of flexor tendon improve TAM and minimize scar formation.

Keywords:
flexor tendon repair, low level laser therapy, scar prevention, zone II, surgical wound

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