Tag: Jacek Szczurowski

Assessment of aerobic capacity in elderly women and men subjected to rehabilitation training

Małgorzata Fortuna, Jacek Szczurowski, Anna Konieczna-Gorysz

Małgorzata Fortuna, Jacek Szczurowski, Anna Konieczna-Gorysz – Assessment of aerobic capacity in elderly women and men subjected to rehabilitation training. Fizjoterapia Polska 2011; 11(2); 169-174

Abstract
Good aerobic capacity is the basic factor responsible for self-sufficiency in elderly people. In this popu-lation maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max) is indicative of their aerobic capacity. The aim of the study was to compare and assess aerobic fitness in elderly males and females subjected to rehabilitation training.he 30 women aged 75 ± 5 and 30 men 79 ± 8 aged were subjected to a long-lasting reha-bilitation training whose purpose was to improve their aerobic capacity. This training lasted for minimum two years. The subjects were tested using the Astrand – Ryhming test on a cycle ergometer.In men the obtained average VO2max value [22.4 (ml/min./kg. body mass) ±1.7] was higher as compared to the corresponding value obtained in the group of females [21.4 (ml/min./kg. body mass) ± 1.9 ]. This difference was significant between groups (at the level p<0.05). The VO2max values obtained from both groups of subjects were good if we consider the subjects’ age. This interpretation was based on Monark Test Report by Monark 818E Analysis Software Version 2.0.The average VO2max value obtained from both groups indicated a good level of aerobic capacity in the studied subjects. in the currently conducted research a statistically significant between gender differences in maximum oxygen uptake were noted. The values obtained from the male subjects were significantly higher than these obtained from the females.
Key words:
Efficiency, Training, Geriatrics
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Evaluation of circulatory system adaptation based on Heart Rate Variability in 40-58 years old females

Małgorzata Fortuna, Jacek Szczurowski, Anna Kołcz-Trzęsicka

Małgorzata Fortuna, Jacek Szczurowski, Anna Kołcz-Trzęsicka – Evaluation of circulatory system adaptation based on Heart Rate Variability in 40-58 years old females. Fizjoterapia Polska 2011; 11(4); 375-380

Abstract
Background. HRV is the measure of circulatory system adaptation in aerobic training. The goal of the study was to evaluate the effect of aerobic training on sinus rhythm variability. Material and methods. 60 minute long exercise was applied twice a week within 12 weeks. The mean heart rate (HR) value during exercise oscillated around 130 beats per minute (bpm). The subjects performed work at the level of aerobic metabolism mode to improve their aerobic fitness and decrease their BMIs. The studied group comprised 11 non smoker females aged 40-58 years. The subjects were either overweight or obese and they were not affected by any diseases. HRV analysis was based on HR, LF% and LF/HF ratio. All the results were based on the analysis using Power Spectrum program. The subjects had their HR recorded using Polar RS 800 Sport Tester with signal record option. BMI was measured before and after the training cycle. The results were statistically analysed. Results. Analysis of the obtained results indicates lack of significant differences in changes pertaining to the autonomic nervous system and resting HR values on application of the training cycle in the study subjects. A significant decrease in the BMI index was noted. Conclusions. HRV may be used as a measure of circulatory system adaptation during physical training. A three months long training cycle with 60-minute exercise performed twice a week did not result in adaptive changes within the autonomic nervous system or resting HR values in the studied sample. The training resulted in BMI index decrease.
Key words:
heart rate variability, adaptation, Cardiovascular System
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Assessment of some respiratory parameters in the group of healthy and hearing impaired boys – the role of physical activity

Małgorzata Fortuna, Bogusława Majewska, Jacek Szczurowski, Anna Konieczna-Gorysz

Małgorzata Fortuna, Bogusława Majewska, Jacek Szczurowski, Anna Konieczna-Gorysz – Assessment of some respiratory parameters in the group of healthy and hearing impaired boys – the role of physical activity. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(3); 286-290

Abstract
The aim of the paper was to estimate some respiratory parameters in a group of healthy and hearing impaired boys aged 12-14 years including the role of physical activity and respiratory exercises. The first research group included 17 boys with hearing impairment. The second research group included 19 healthy boys with higher level of activity compared to the first group. The experimental group included boys aged 12-14. All the respondents underwent spirometric examinations: FVC, FEV1, FEV1/FVC. The table of recommended model values was used in the research. The BMI was measured. All the results were measured by means of statistical analysis. The analysis of results indicates significant differences of the evaluated parameters FVC and FEV1 between two groups with exception of parameter FEV1/FVC.Hearing damage does not determine values of the respiratory parameters FVC and FEV1. Parameters FVC and FEV1 depend on the level of physical activity. Hearing damage and a lower level of physical activity did not significantly affect BMI in the studied groups.
Key words:
Spirometry, impairment of hearing, Respiratory System
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Significance of rehabilitation in the assessment of the level of oxygen efficiency and effectiveness of the social assistance centers

Małgorzata Fortuna, Antonina Kaczorowska, Jacek Szczurowski, Aleksandra Katan, Alina Radajewska, Iwona Demczyszak

M. Fortuna, A. Kaczorowska, J. Szczurowski, A. Katan, A. Radajewska, I. Demczyszak – Significance of rehabilitation in the assessment of the level of oxygen efficiency and effectiveness of the social assistance centers. FP 2017; 17(3); 90-95

Abstract

Purpose. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of physical therapy on the fitness and aerobic capacity of female nursing home patients.
Materials and methods. The study included 17 women attending physical therapy sessions and 13 women who were not undergoing any physiotherapy. The age range of the participants was 80-84 years. The assessments used the SPPB and the 6-minute walk test.
Results. The study found statistically significant differences between the two groups with regard to all of the parameters used to assess physical fitness and aerobic capacity. Participants who attended physical therapy sessions showed better results on both tests.
Conclusions
1. Regular physical therapy has a positive impact on the physical fitness and aerobic capacity in comparison to a control group.
2. It is crucial to develop and implement model therapy procedures for nursing home patients to improve their physical fitness and aerobic capacity.

Key words:

physical fitness, aerobic capacity, geriatric medicine

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