Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Andrea Biscarini, Cristina Dieni, Raffaele Losavio, Roberto Panichi, Samuele Contemori
Summary: This study analyzed the muscle contribution to the static body-weight wall-squat exercise and found that shifting the center of pressure from the forefoot to the rearfoot increased the activity of the vastus medialis, vastus lateralis, and tibialis anterior. Maximizing lumbar muscle activity was achieved by shifting the center of pressure at the forefoot, placing the center of pressure exerted by the wall on the back at the scapular zone, and keeping the feet far from the wall. This exercise is suitable for patients with low back pain and limited lumbar muscle endurance, or quadriceps weakness and inhibition secondary to a knee injury.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Sport Sciences
James David Evans, Giulia P. Panebianco, Stelios Psycharakis
Summary: This study compared muscle activity during walking on land and in a swimming pool at different depths, finding that muscle activity was higher at knee and pelvis depth, and that stride duration increased with depth.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Xiao Hou, Jingmin Liu, Kaixiang Weng, Lisa Griffin, Laura A. Rice, Yih-Kuen Jan
Summary: This study found that compression and LEDT have a significant effect on reducing muscle fatigue, and compression, active recovery, and cooling have a significant effect on reducing muscle fatigue when applied during exercise, but not after exercise.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Kelly R. Berckmans, Birgit Castelein, Dorien Borms, Thierry Parlevliet, Ann Cools
Summary: This study explored the activity of deeper-layer scapular muscles and related ratios during 4 shoulder exercises. It suggests performing side-lying external rotation and side-lying forward flexion exercises to strengthen the middle and lower trapezius, even in cases of hyperactivity of the pectoralis minor. However, caution should be taken when prescribing the 4 exercises to patients with hyperactivity in the levator scapulae and/or rhomboid major.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yaojung Shiao, Thang Hoang
Summary: This paper presents a method to observe and evaluate muscle extension conditions using electromyography (EMG) and inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensors. The study successfully sensed a user's muscle conditions during exercise in a leg extension machine and provided proof of concept for using EMG signals to sense muscle fatigue. These results can be applied to other smart exercise machines in the future.
Article
Sport Sciences
Ozgun Uysal, Abdullah Sinan Akoglu, Dilara Kara, Atilla Cagatay Sezik, Mahmut Calik, Irem Duzgun
Summary: This study investigated the effect of Theraband positioning on the activation of scapular and shoulder muscles during upper extremity wall-slide exercises. The results showed that the Theraband-at-wrist variation can activate scapular stabilization muscles more effectively compared to the regular wall-slide exercise, while the Theraband-at-elbow variation is more suitable for shoulder-abduction activation. These findings provide important guidance for shoulder rehabilitation.
JOURNAL OF ATHLETIC TRAINING
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Zachary P. J. Rostron, Anita Zacharias, Adam Semciw, Michael Kingsley, Tania Pizzari, Stephanie J. Woodley, Rodney Green
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effect of a targeted gluteal intervention on gluteus minimus (GMin) and gluteus medius (GMed) activity during gait in individuals with hip osteoarthritis (OA). The results showed a decrease in muscle activity and an earlier time to peak in the posterior GMin after the intervention, indicating a positive impact of the targeted gluteal intervention on gluteal muscle activity in individuals with hip OA.
Review
Rehabilitation
Kate Gamble, April Chiu, Casey Peiris
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the impact of core stability exercises in addition to usual care physiotherapy on patient outcomes after stroke. The findings suggest that incorporating core stability exercises may lead to improved trunk control, dynamic balance, and walking speed in individuals with acute and chronic stroke.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Christopher E. Henderson, Megan Fahey, Gabrielle Brazg, Jennifer L. Moore, T. George Hornby
Summary: This cohort investigation identifies the primary predictors of discharge walking function for nonambulatory poststroke patients undergoing high-intensity training during inpatient rehabilitation. The results indicate that steps per day, baseline Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and paretic leg strength are the primary predictors of walking outcomes.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Jonathan F. Garcia, Cristina Herrera, Jacquelyn M. Maciukiewicz, Reagan E. Anderson, Daniel C. Ribeiro, Clark R. Dickerson
Summary: This study compared the effects of four exercises with shoulder elevation below 90 degrees on the EMG activity of four shoulder girdle muscles, while considering sex effects. The side lying external rotation and the wall slide exercises produced the highest peak EMG activation for the lower trapezius, both 33% and 29% lower than the Y prone. In terms of the ratio between upper trapezius and lower trapezius, the side lying external rotation had the lowest value, followed by the Y prone and wall slide (53% and 59% respectively higher). Therefore, side lying external rotation and the wall slide are recommended for targeting the lower trapezius muscle during early rehabilitation.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROMYOGRAPHY AND KINESIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Gillian L. Hatfield, Kerry E. Costello, Janie L. Astephen Wilson, William D. Stanish, Cheryl L. Hubley-Kozey
Summary: The study found that muscle activation patterns and strength significantly influenced the differences in knee joint moments, particularly in knee flexion moments. This suggests that exercises focusing on appropriate muscle activation patterns and strengthening have the potential to modify dynamic loading gait patterns associated with knee OA clinical progression.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Review
Orthopedics
Guillermo Mendez-Rebolledo, Juan Morales-Verdugo, Ignacio Orozco-Chavez, Fernanda Assis Paes Habechian, Eleazar Lara Padilla, Francisco Jose Berral de la Rosa
Summary: This systematic review examined the optimal activation ratio of scapular muscles during closed kinetic chain exercises. It found that exercises like Half Push Up and Push Up Plus were effective for activating the Serratus Anterior muscle, while exercises like Press Up and Half Push Up were effective for activating the Lower Trapezius muscle. The study also identified 15 studies with moderate methodological quality.
JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION
(2021)
Review
Sport Sciences
Mohammadreza Pourahmadi, Somayeh Delavari, Jill A. Hayden, Abbasali Keshtkar, Maryam Ahmadi, Azadeh Aletaha, Maryam Nazemipour, Mohammad Ali Mansournia, Sidney M. Rubinstein
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness of motor control training (MCT) in patients with symptomatic lumbar disc herniation (LDH). The results showed that MCT can effectively reduce pain in patients who did not undergo surgery. In patients who had undergone surgery, MCT improved functional status. However, caution should be exercised in interpreting the results due to the high risk of bias in the majority of studies.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Chae Hyeon Ryou, Se Young Shin, Nackhwan Kim, Ki Hoon Kim, Dong Hwee Kim, Hang Jae Lee
Summary: This study investigated a safe and accurate method for needle insertion in electromyography (EMG) of the flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) I and II muscles. Ultrasonography was used to identify the anatomical relationship between the palmaris longus (PL) tendon, FDP muscle, and neurovascular bundle. The study found that EMG of FDP I and II can be performed precisely and safely using the anterior approach with the PL tendon, without damaging blood vessels or nerves.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Review
Orthopedics
Mansueto Gomes-Neto, Micheli Bernardone Saquetto, Iura Gonzalez Alves, Bruno Prata Martinez, Joao Paulo B. Vieira, Carlos Brites
Summary: Through a systematic review and network meta-analysis, it was found that combined aerobic and resistance exercise is the most effective exercise intervention in improving peak oxygen consumption and health-related quality of life in people living with HIV/AIDS.
Article
Orthopedics
Eneida Yuri Suda, Ricky Watari, Alessandra B. Matias, Ulisses T. Taddei, Isabel C. N. Sacco
Summary: This study investigated the predictive effect of foot-core training as a protective factor for lower limb RRIs in recreational runners. Results showed that the foot-core exercise program can help prevent RRIs, while older age and higher training volume were identified as risk factors. This highlights the importance of considering multiple factors when predicting and preventing RRIs.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Andre W. O. Gil, Rubens A. da Silva, Camila Pereira, Vitor B. Nascimento, Cesar F. Amorim, Mayara Imaizumi, Denilson C. Teixeira
Summary: The present study assessed the reproducibility of two dynamometers to measure handgrip strength and traction force in young and older adults. The results showed that young adults performed better than older adults in both handgrip and traction efforts, with excellent reliability and low measurement error. The dynamometers were able to discriminate the two population groups and showed excellent reproducibility estimates in both young and older adults.
MEDICAL ENGINEERING & PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Jady Luara Verissimo, Isabel C. N. Sacco, Maria Helena Morgani de Almeida, Cristina Dallemole Sartor, Eneida Yuri Suda
Summary: This article introduces the development, validation, and usability evaluation of a booklet that directs foot-ankle exercises. The booklet was validated using the Delphi technique and assessed by a panel of experts. A telephone interview was conducted to evaluate its relevance, health education, comprehension, and usability.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Anderson Antunes da Costa Moraes, Manuela Brito Duarte, Eduardo Veloso Ferreira, Gizele Cristina da Silva Almeida, Enzo Gabriel da Rocha Santos, Gustavo Henrique Lima Pinto, Paulo Rui de Oliveira, Cesar Ferreira Amorim, Andre dos Santos Cabral, Anselmo de Athayde Costa e Silva, Givago Silva Souza, Bianca Callegari
Summary: The study aimed to validate a mobile app for measuring anticipatory postural adjustments (APAs) during gait initiation. The results showed that the app provided accurate measurements compared to a kinematic system, indicating its usefulness as a less complex and less costly alternative for assessing healthy individuals.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Renan L. Monteiro, Jane S. S. P. Ferreira, Erica Q. Silva, Ronaldo H. Cruvinel-Junior, Jady L. Verissimo, Sicco A. Bus, Isabel C. N. Sacco
Summary: This study demonstrates that a foot-ankle therapeutic exercise program can improve fast gait speed and vibration perception in individuals with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, with potential long-term benefits.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Manuela Brito Duarte, Anderson Antunes da Costa Moraes, Eduardo Veloso Ferreira, Gizele Cristina da Silva Almeida, Enzo Gabriel da Rocha Santos, Gustavo Henrique Lima Pinto, Paulo Rui de Oliveira, Cesar Ferreira Amorim, Andre dos Santos Cabral, Ghislain Saunier, Anselmo de Athayde Costa e Silva, Anderson Belgamo, Givago da Silva Souza, Bianca Callegari
Summary: This study investigated the validity and reliability of a smartphone application called "Momentum" in assessing body balance. The results showed a high correlation and reliability between the application and a 3D motion capture system in measuring center of mass acceleration during postural adjustments.
Review
Sport Sciences
Cleyton S. Santos, Julia R. Pinto, Robson D. Scoz, Bruno M. Alves, Paulo R. Oliveira, Wuber J. Soares, Rubens A. Da Silva, Edgar R. Vieira, Cesar F. Amorim
Summary: The traditional method of resistance training typically consists of 3 sessions per week, with 3 sets of 9 repetitions at 75% of 1RM. Movement time for concentric and eccentric phases is around 2 seconds, with 1-2 minutes of rest between sets. Various definitions and references are used to describe the traditional training method, with the American College of Sports Medicine being the most cited source.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE AND PHYSICAL FITNESS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Robson Dias Scoz, Paulo Rui de Oliveira, Cleyton Salvego Santos, Julia Ribeiro Pinto, Cesar Augusto Melo-Silva, Andre Filipe Teixeira de Judice, Jose Joao Baltazar Mendes, Luciano Maia Alves Ferreira, Cesar Ferreira Amorim
Summary: The purpose of this study is to analyze the long-term riders' subjective responses to a standardized bikefitting method on their bicycles. The results showed a significant reduction in localized pain and increased riding comfort after the bikefit session. However, fatigue scores gradually increased over time, correlating with increased monthly training volume.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Robson Dias Scoz, Paulo Rui de Oliveira, Claudinei Chamorro Pelegrina Junior, Luiz Hespanhol, Cesar Augusto Melo-Silva, Andre Filipe Teixeira de Judice, Jose Joao Baltazar Mendes, Luciano Maia Alves Ferreira, Cesar Ferreira Amorim
Summary: The study aimed to compare the effects of bike fitting and qualitative-based riding posture recommendations on comfort, fatigue, and pain in amateur cyclists. The results showed that bike fitting demonstrated superior improvements in reducing riding pain, increasing comfort, and reducing fatigue.
SPORTS BIOMECHANICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
erica Q. Silva, Jady L. Verissimo, Jane S. S. P. Ferreira, Ronaldo H. Cruvinel-Junior, Renan L. Monteiro, Eneida Y. Suda, Isabel C. N. Sacco
Summary: Exercise rehabilitation and education are important for preventing the progression of diabetic neuropathy-related deficits. This study investigated the effect of an 8-week home-based exercise program on various clinical outcomes in 50 participants with neuropathy. The results showed no significant differences in clinical outcomes after 8 weeks, but certain differences in foot-ankle biomechanics and joint moments were observed between the intervention and control groups.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Julia Ribeiro Pinto, Cleyton Salvego Santos, Wuber Jefferson Souza Soares, Ana Paula Silveira Ramos, Robson Dias Scoz, Andre Filipe Teixeira de Judice, Luciano Maia Alves Ferreira, Jose Joao Baltazar Mendes, Cesar Ferreira Amorim
Summary: The study aimed to verify the effectiveness of Pilates method compared to other exercise modalities for muscle strength increase, balance, and flexibility. Analysis of 11 studies found very low to low evidence that there is no significant difference between Pilates and other exercise modalities in various aspects.
Article
Orthopedics
Renan L. Monteiro, Jane S. S. P. Ferreira, Erica Q. Silva, Ronaldo H. Cruvinel, Jady L. Verissimo, Sicco A. Bus, Isabel C. N. Sacco
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of a foot-ankle therapeutic exercise program on foot-ankle kinematics, plantar pressure, and lower limb kinetics during gait in individuals with diabetic neuropathy. The results showed that after 12 weeks of the exercise program, there were improvements in hip extensor moment at push-off and hallux contact area.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Francis Trombini-Souza, Vitoria Thaysa Gomes de Moura, Lucas Willian Nunes da Silva, Iara dos Santos Leal, Cleber Anderson Nascimento, Paloma Sthefane Teles Silva, Monica Rodrigues Perracini, Isabel C. N. Sacco, Rodrigo Cappato de Araujo, Marcelo de Maio Nascimento
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of mixed dual-task training on mobility, cognitive function, and balance in community-dwelling older adults. The results showed that both training protocols improved mobility, dual-task effect, lower limb function, static and dynamic balance, body sway, and cognitive function in older adults.
Article
Orthopedics
Glauko A. F. Dantasa, Isabel C. N. Saccoc, Angelica Ferraria, Alessandra B. Matiasc, Ricky Wataric, Larissa V. M. Oliveiraa, Thaina R. Marcona, Jose A. Fatorea, Henrique Pott-Junior, Tania F. Salvinia
Summary: The study suggests that an 8-week foot-ankle exercise program can reduce pain and improve physical function in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Jean P. Ferreira, Vanessa L. Araujo, Angela M. O. Leal, Paula R. M. S. Serrao, Julya P. M. Perea, Afonso H. A. Santune, Henrique Pon-Junior, Ricardo A. S. Fernandes, Gabriel D. A. Aranha, Isabel C. N. Sacco, Tania F. Salvini
Summary: The study aimed to investigate ankle and knee stiffness and passive torque in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus, with and without diabetic peripheral neuropathy, at different speeds of motion. The results showed differences in passive torque and stiffness in the ankle and knee joints among individuals with DM2, with DPN presenting greater ankle stiffness and passive torque, indicating the need for early preventive measures.