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Bonatesta L, Palermi S, Sirico F, Mancinelli M, Torelli P, Russo E, Annarumma G, Vecchiato M, Fernando F, Gregori G, Niebauer J, Biffi A. Short-term economic evaluation of physical activity-based corporate health programs: a systematic review. J Occup Health 2024; 66:uiae002. [PMID: 38183160 PMCID: PMC10939391 DOI: 10.1093/joccuh/uiae002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Corporate health programs (CHPs) aim to improve employees' health through health promotion strategies at the workplace. Physical activity (PA) plays a crucial role in primary prevention, leading many companies to implement PA-based CHPs. However, there is limited examination in the scientific literature on whether PA-based CHPs (PA-CHPs) lead to economic benefits. This systematic review aimed to summarize the available literature on the economic aspects of PA-CHPs. METHODS A systematic review was conducted to identify studies focused on PA-CHPs targeting healthy sedentary workers and reporting at least one economic outcome, such as return on investment (ROI), costs, or sick leave. RESULTS Of 1036 studies identified by our search strategy, 11 studies involving 60 020 participants met the inclusion criteria. The mean (±SD) cost per capita for PA-CHPs was estimated as 359€ (±238€) (95% CI, 357-361€). In 75% of the studies, the net savings generated by PA-CHPs in 12 months were reported, with an average of 1095€ (±865€) (95% CI, 496-1690€). ROI was assessed in 50% of the included studies, with an average of 3.6 (±1.41) (95% CI, 2.19-5.01). CONCLUSIONS In addition to promoting a healthy lifestyle, PA-CHPs have the potential to generate significant economic returns. However, the heterogeneity among the existing studies highlights the need for standardization and accurate reporting of costs in future research.
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- Lorenzo Bonatesta
- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, 35128 Padova, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- University Institute of Sports Medicine, Prevention and Rehabilitation, Paracelsus Medical University, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00187 Rome, Italy
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Palermi S, Vittadini F, Vecchiato M, Corsini A, Demeco A, Massa B, Pedret C, Dorigo A, Gallo M, Pasta G, Nanni G, Vascellari A, Marchini A, Lempainen L, Sirico F. Managing Lower Limb Muscle Reinjuries in Athletes: From Risk Factors to Return-to-Play Strategies. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2023; 8:155. [PMID: 37987491 PMCID: PMC10660751 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk8040155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023] Open
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Muscle injuries and subsequent reinjuries significantly impact athletes, especially in football. These injuries lead to time loss, performance impairment, and long-term health concerns. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current understanding of muscle reinjuries, delving into their epidemiology, risk factors, clinical management, and prevention strategies. Despite advancements in rehabilitation programs and return-to-play criteria, reinjury rates remain alarmingly high. Age and previous muscle injuries are nonmodifiable risk factors contributing to a high reinjury rate. Clinical management, which involves accurate diagnosis, individualized rehabilitation plans, and the establishment of return-to-training and return-to-play criteria, plays a pivotal role during the sports season. Eccentric exercises, optimal loading, and training load monitoring are key elements in preventing reinjuries. The potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in predicting and preventing reinjuries offers a promising avenue, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach to managing these injuries. While current strategies offer some mitigation, there is a pressing need for innovative solutions, possibly leveraging AI, to reduce the incidence of muscle reinjuries in football players. Future research should focus on this direction, aiming to enhance athletes' well-being and performance.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, 35128 Padova, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, 43126 Parma, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Sports Medicine and Imaging Department, Clinica Diagonal, 08950 Barcelona, Spain;
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- Radiology Unit, Casa di Cura Giovanni XXIII, 31050 Monastier, Italy
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- Radiology Unit, Casa di Cura Giovanni XXIII, 31050 Monastier, Italy
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- FinnOrthopaedics, Hospital Pihlajalinna, 20520 Turku, Finland;
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Palermi S, Gnasso R, Belviso I, Iommazzo I, Vecchiato M, Marchini A, Corsini A, Vittadini F, Demeco A, De Luca M, Tarantino D, Romano V, Sacco A, Sirico F. Stem cell therapy in sports medicine: current applications, challenges and future perspectives. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol 2023; 34:699-706. [PMID: 37682309 DOI: 10.1515/jbcpp-2023-0200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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Stem cells have demonstrated significant potential for tissue repair and regeneration, making them a promising therapeutic avenue in sports medicine. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on the application of stem cells in sports medicine. We will discuss the types of stem cells used, their mechanisms of action, and the clinical outcomes of stem cell therapy in different sports-related injuries. Furthermore, we will delve into the challenges and ethical considerations associated with stem cell therapy, as well as future directions and potential applications of stem cells in sports medicine.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Gnasso R, Palermi S, Picone A, Tarantino D, Fusco G, Messina MM, Sirico F. Robotic-Assisted Rehabilitation for Post-Stroke Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review. Sensors (Basel) 2023; 23:8239. [PMID: 37837068 PMCID: PMC10575254 DOI: 10.3390/s23198239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023]
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Post-stroke shoulder pain (PSSP) is a debilitating consequence of hemiplegia, often hindering rehabilitation efforts and further limiting motor recovery. With the advent of robotic-assisted therapies in neurorehabilitation, there is potential for innovative interventions for PSSP. This study systematically reviewed the current literature to determine the effectiveness of robotic-assisted rehabilitation in addressing PSSP in stroke patients. A comprehensive search of databases was conducted, targeting articles published up to August 2023. Studies were included if they investigated the impact of robotic-assisted rehabilitation on PSSP. The outcome of interest was pain reduction. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane database. Of the 187 initially identified articles, 3 studies met the inclusion criteria, encompassing 174 patients. The reviewed studies indicated a potential benefit of robotic-assisted rehabilitation in reducing PSSP, with some studies also noting improvements in the range of motion and overall motor function. However, the results varied across studies, with some showing more significant benefits than others, because these use different protocols and robotic equipment.
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- Public Health Department, University of Napoli “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.G.); (A.P.); (D.T.); (G.F.); (M.M.M.); (F.S.)
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Tarantino D, Mottola R, Resta G, Gnasso R, Palermi S, Corrado B, Sirico F, Ruosi C, Aicale R. Achilles Tendinopathy Pathogenesis and Management: A Narrative Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2023; 20:6681. [PMID: 37681821 PMCID: PMC10487940 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20176681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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The Achilles tendon is the thickest and strongest tendon of the human body, and it is frequently injured during sports activity. The incidence of Achilles tendon pathologies has increased over recent decades, especially in the last few years, because of increased sports participation among the general population and due to the diffusion of competitive sports at a high level. Tendinopathies are common in athletes and in middle-aged overweight patients. The term "tendinopathy" refers to a condition characterised clinically by pain and swelling, with functional limitations of tendon and nearby structures, and consequently to chronic failure of healing response process. Tendinopathies can produce marked morbidity, and at present, scientifically validated management modalities are limited. Despite the constantly increasing interest and number of studies about Achilles tendinopathy (AT), there is still not a consensual point of view on which is the best treatment, and its management is still controversial. AT can be treated conservatively primarily, with acceptable results and clinical outcomes. When this approach fails, surgery should be considered. Several surgical procedures have been described for both conditions with a relatively high rate of success with few complications and the decision for treatment in patients with AT should be tailored on patient's needs and level of activity. The aim of this article is to give insights about the pathogenesis and most used and recent treatment options for AT.
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- Domiziano Tarantino
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Casa di Cura di Bernardini, 74121 Taranto, Italy;
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.M.); (R.G.); (S.P.); (B.C.); (F.S.); (C.R.)
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Disorders, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, 84084 Baronissi, Italy;
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Tarantino D, Mottola R, Palermi S, Sirico F, Corrado B, Gnasso R. Intra-Articular Collagen Injections for Osteoarthritis: A Narrative Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2023; 20:4390. [PMID: 36901400 PMCID: PMC10001647 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most frequent degenerative progressive joint disease worldwide, with the hand, hip, and knee being the most-affected joints. Actually, no treatment can alter the course of OA, and therapy is directed at reducing pain and improving function. The exogenous administration of collagen has been investigated as a possible symptomatic adjuvant or stand-alone treatment for OA. The aim of this review is to assess if intra-articular collagen administration can be considered as a valid and safe therapeutic option for OA. A search in the main scientific electronic databases to identify the available scientific articles about the effects of intra-articular collagen as an OA treatment was performed. The results of the seven included studies showed that the intra-articular administration of collagen may stimulate chondrocytes to produce hyaline cartilage and hinder the normal inflammatory response leading to fibrous tissue formation, reducing symptoms, and improving functionality. The use of type-I collagen as an intra-articular treatment for knee OA was found not only to be effective, but also safe with negligible side effects. The reported findings are strongly promising, highlighting the need for further high-quality research to confirm the consistency of these findings.
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Querci L, Caravelli S, Di Ponte M, Fuiano M, De Blasiis P, Sirico F, Baiardi A, Zannoni F, Mosca M. Enhanced recovery (fast-track surgery) after total ankle replacement: The state of the art. Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 28:1163-1169. [PMID: 35882574 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2022.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2022] [Revised: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The post-operative results of a total ankle replacement are not determined solely by an optimal surgical technique, but by an appropriate anesthesiological and rehabilitative post-operative approach. Enhanced functional recovery often depends on a multidisciplinary approach based on a correct framework of the patient and his needs, requests, and characteristics. Extensive bibliographical research has been performed on Pubmed, Google Scholar, Scopus. This comprehensive and inclusive review of the literature aims to examine the state of the art of "fast-track" protocols employed in total ankle replacement (TAR), considering pre-operative preparation, anesthetic management, intraoperative and surgical factors, post-operative rehabilitative care and reduction of hospitalization time.
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- Lorenzo Querci
- Anesthesiology and Critical Care Residency Program, University of Bologna, Via Massarenti, 9, 40138 Bologna
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy.
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine, Section of Human Anatomy, University of Campania"Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Unit, Univeristy of Naples "Federico II", 80131 Naples, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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Palermi S, Vecchiato M, Pennella S, Marasca A, Spinelli A, De Luca M, De Martino L, Fernando F, Sirico F, Biffi A. The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Childhood Obesity and Lifestyle-A Report from Italy. Pediatr Rep 2022; 14:410-418. [PMID: 36278553 PMCID: PMC9589932 DOI: 10.3390/pediatric14040049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Revised: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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During the COVID-19 lockdown, especially in the first wave of pandemic (March 2020), sedentary lifestyle and calorie intake increase in children became considerably more prevalent. The aim of the present paper was to evaluate changes in children's weights and nutritional habits during the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy. In this cross-sectional observational study, for 3 years, as part of the corporate wellness program (2019-2021) in Emilia Romagna region of Italy, anthropometric data of Ferrari car company employers' children were collected, analyzed, and compared. Moreover, at the visit of November 2020, performed after the first wave of the pandemic with the most rigorous lockdown rules in Italy, a questionnaire on nutritional and lifestyle habits was administered. We evaluated 307 children (163 M, 10.1 ± 2.3 mean aged in 2019). A significant increase in BMI percentile in 2020 (65.2) compared to 2019 (49.2) was observed; it was confirmed, albeit slightly decreased, in 2021 (64.5). About one-third of participants reported an increase in consumption of fatty condiments and more than half report an increase in consumption of junk food. Levels of physical activity were still high during the COVID-19 lockdown, while sleeping time was significantly reduced. Our findings alert us to the importance of carefully monitoring eating behaviors in young to avoid the adoption of unhealthy food habits and prevent childhood obesity, especially during the period of COVID-19 lockdown.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Sport and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University Hospital of Padova, 35128 Padova, Italy
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- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex Medicine & Exercise, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00187 Rome, Italy
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Palermi S, Iacono O, Sirico F, Modestino M, Ruosi C, Spera R, De Luca M. The complex relationship between physical activity and diabetes: an overview. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol 2022; 33:535-547. [PMID: 34592073 DOI: 10.1515/jbcpp-2021-0279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 09/19/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a widespread condition, representing a challenging disease to manage. Exercise is being increasingly recommended as part of the therapeutic regimen for DM but the management of different forms of physical activity is difficult for individuals with diabetes, trainers, and physicians. Regular exercise can improve health and well-being, helping individuals to achieve their target lipid profile, body composition, cardio-respiratory fitness, and glycemic goals. People with diabetes tend to be as inactive as the general population, with a large percentage of individuals not achieving the minimum amount of recommended physical activity levels. Indeed, several barriers to exercise exist for persons with diabetes, including sports eligibility, multi-modality management of diabetic athletes, and inadequate knowledge about adequate type and intensity of exercise. The aim of the present review is to provide the current understanding of mechanisms, recommendations, and beneficial effects of different modalities of exercise for the treatment of DM.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Public Health Department, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Romano V, Belviso I, Sacco AM, Cozzolino D, Nurzynska D, Amarelli C, Maiello C, Sirico F, Di Meglio F, Castaldo C. Human Cardiac Progenitor Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles Exhibit Promising Potential for Supporting Cardiac Repair in Vitro. Front Physiol 2022; 13:879046. [PMID: 35669580 PMCID: PMC9163838 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.879046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Although human Cardiac Progenitor Cells (hCPCs) are not retained by host myocardium they still improve cardiac function when injected into ischemic heart. Emerging evidence supports the hypothesis that hCPC beneficial effects are induced by paracrine action on resident cells. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are an intriguing mechanism of cell communication based on the transport and transfer of peptides, lipids, and nucleic acids that have the potential to modulate signaling pathways, cell growth, migration, and proliferation of recipient cells. We hypothesize that EVs are involved in the paracrine effects elicited by hCPCs and held accountable for the response of the infarcted myocardium to hCPC-based cell therapy. To test this theory, we collected EVs released by hCPCs isolated from healthy myocardium and evaluated the effects they elicited when administered to resident hCPC and cardiac fibroblasts (CFs) isolated from patients with post-ischemic end-stage heart failure. Evidence emerging from our study indicated that hCPC-derived EVs impacted upon proliferation and survival of hCPCs residing in the ischemic heart and regulated the synthesis and deposition of extracellular-matrix by CFs. These findings suggest that beneficial effects exerted by hCPC injection are, at least to some extent, ascribable to the delivery of signals conveyed by EVs.
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- Veronica Romano
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana"/DIPMED, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery and Transplant, Monaldi Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery and Transplant, Monaldi Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Palermi S, Sirico F, Fernando F, Gregori G, Belviso I, Ricci F, D'Ascenzi F, Cavarretta E, De Luca M, Negro F, Montagnani S, Niebauer J, Biffi A. Limited diagnostic value of questionnaire-based pre-participation screening algorithms: a "risk-exposed" approach to sports activity. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol 2022; 33:655-663. [PMID: 35647906 DOI: 10.1515/jbcpp-2022-0109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Several pre-participation screening algorithms (PPSAs) have been proposed to assess sports eligibility in different populations. They are usually based on self-administered questionnaires, without further medical assessment if no risk factors are documented. The Med-Ex "Formula Benessere" worksite program includes a complete cardiovascular (CV) screening for all participants. The purpose of this study was to assess PPSAs accuracy in detecting medical and/or CV abnormalities in the general population, comparing the results with the date derived from Med-Ex program. METHODS The Med-Ex medical evaluation, consisting of medical history, physical examination (including body composition), resting electrocardiogram (ECG) and exercise stress test in 464 male subjects (38.4 aged) was analyzed and matched to several PPSAs - Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) (2002-2020), American Heart Association (AHA)/American College of Sport Medicine (ACSM) (1998-2009-2014-2015), European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (EACPR) (2011) - retrospectively simulated. RESULTS Five-hundred and 67 abnormalities were detected though Med-Ex medical evaluation, and one-fourth (24%) would have been undetected applying PPSA alone. In particular 28% of high blood pressure, 21% of impaired fasting glycaemia, 21% of high Body Mass Index (BMI) values and 19% of ECG abnormalities would have been missed, on average, by all PPSAs. CONCLUSIONS The simulation analysis model performed in this study allowed to highlight the limits of PPSAs in granting sport eligibility, compared to a medical-guided CV screening. These findings emphasize the importance of a more balanced approach to pre-participation screening that includes a thorough evaluation of the cost/benefit ratio.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy.,Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy.,Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, Institute of Cardiology, "G. d'Annunzio" University, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Medical Biotechnologies, Division of Cardiology, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, Latina, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio, Massa, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- University Institute of Sports Medicine, Prevention and Rehabilitation, Paracelsus Medical University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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Palermi S, Annarumma G, Spinelli A, Massa B, Serio A, Vecchiato M, Demeco A, Brugin E, Sirico F, Giada F, Biffi A. Acceptability and Practicality of a Quick Musculoskeletal Examination into Sports Medicine Pre-Participation Evaluation. Pediatr Rep 2022; 14:207-216. [PMID: 35645365 PMCID: PMC9149839 DOI: 10.3390/pediatric14020028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 04/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Child musculoskeletal (MSK) diseases are common and, even if often benign, sometimes can lead to significant impairment in the future health of children. Italian pre-participation evaluation (PPE), performed by a sports medicine physician, allows for the screening of a wide range of children every year. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the feasibility and the acceptability of pGALS (pediatric Gait, Arms, Legs and Spine) screening, a simple pediatric MSK screening examination, when performed as part of a routine PPE. METHODS Consecutive school-aged children attending a sports medicine screening program were assessed with the addition of pGALS to the routine clinical examination. Practicability (time taken) and patient acceptability (discomfort caused) were recorded. RESULTS 654 children (326 male, mean age 8.9 years) were evaluated through pGALS. The average time taken was 4.26 min (range 1.9-7.3 min). Acceptability of pGALS was deemed high: time taken was "adequate" (97% of parents) and caused little or no discomfort (94% of children). Abnormal MSK findings were common. CONCLUSIONS pGALS is a practical and acceptable tool to perform in sports medicine PPE, even if performed by a non-expert in MSK medicine. Although common, abnormal MSK findings need to be interpreted in the global clinical context and assessment.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (S.P.); (G.A.); (A.S.); (B.M.); (A.S.); (F.S.)
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (S.P.); (G.A.); (A.S.); (B.M.); (A.S.); (F.S.)
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (S.P.); (G.A.); (A.S.); (B.M.); (A.S.); (F.S.)
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (S.P.); (G.A.); (A.S.); (B.M.); (A.S.); (F.S.)
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (S.P.); (G.A.); (A.S.); (B.M.); (A.S.); (F.S.)
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, 35100 Padova, Italy;
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- Unit of Physical and Rehabilitative Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Catanzaro Magna Graecia, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy;
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- Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Service, Cardiovascular Department, Noale Hospital, 30033 Noale, Italy; (E.B.); (F.G.)
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (S.P.); (G.A.); (A.S.); (B.M.); (A.S.); (F.S.)
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- Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Service, Cardiovascular Department, Noale Hospital, 30033 Noale, Italy; (E.B.); (F.G.)
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, 00118 Rome, Italy
- Correspondence:
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Lamberti V, Palermi S, Franceschin A, Scapol G, Lamberti V, Lamberti C, Vecchiato M, Spera R, Sirico F, Della Valle E. The Effectiveness of Adapted Personalized Motor Activity (AMPA) to Improve Health in Individuals with Mental Disorders and Physical Comorbidities: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Sports (Basel) 2022; 10:sports10030030. [PMID: 35324639 PMCID: PMC8952683 DOI: 10.3390/sports10030030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Revised: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Mental disorders are highly prevalent worldwide and have a high impact on daily functioning. Exercise therapy was found to improve health of individuals with physical and mental disorders. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of an Adapted Personalized Motor Activity (AMPA) in improving health in individuals with physical and mental disorders. Forty-three patients affected by both mental and chronic nontransmissible conditions were randomly assigned to intervention group (AMPA intervention) and control group (no intervention). Perceived physical and mental health were assessed using the Short Form 12 (SF-12) questionaries. Moreover, subjects underwent an accurate medical screening process, complete clinical evaluation, body composition evaluation, and cardiopulmonary assessment. Repeated Measurement Analysis of the Variance (RM-ANOVA) was used to compare any changes in health and physiological parameters in-between groups. AMPA group showed a statistically significant improvement in both perceived mental and physical health. Moreover, Body Mass Index (BMI), glycolipid profile, aerobic functional capacity and cardiopulmonary parameters improved significantly among individuals from the intervention group compared with the individuals from the control group. AMPA may be considered a possible intervention to improve health in individuals suffering from multiple physical and mental disorders. Future studies should examine the effectiveness in larger and heterogeneous sample of chronically ill patients and the long-term effect of AMPA.
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- Vito Lamberti
- Sport Medicine and Motor Activity Institute c.FMSI-CONI, Vittorio Veneto, 31029 Treviso, Italy; (V.L.); (A.F.); (G.S.); (V.L.); (C.L.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.S.); (F.S.); (E.D.V.)
- Correspondence:
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- Sport Medicine and Motor Activity Institute c.FMSI-CONI, Vittorio Veneto, 31029 Treviso, Italy; (V.L.); (A.F.); (G.S.); (V.L.); (C.L.)
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- Sport Medicine and Motor Activity Institute c.FMSI-CONI, Vittorio Veneto, 31029 Treviso, Italy; (V.L.); (A.F.); (G.S.); (V.L.); (C.L.)
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- Sport Medicine and Motor Activity Institute c.FMSI-CONI, Vittorio Veneto, 31029 Treviso, Italy; (V.L.); (A.F.); (G.S.); (V.L.); (C.L.)
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- Sport Medicine and Motor Activity Institute c.FMSI-CONI, Vittorio Veneto, 31029 Treviso, Italy; (V.L.); (A.F.); (G.S.); (V.L.); (C.L.)
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, 35100 Padova, Italy;
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.S.); (F.S.); (E.D.V.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.S.); (F.S.); (E.D.V.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (R.S.); (F.S.); (E.D.V.)
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Biffi A, Gallo G, Fernando F, Sirico F, Signorello MG, De Martino L, Manole GE, Palermi S, Volpe M. Relationship Between Cardiorespiratory Fitness, Baseline Blood Pressure and Hypertensive Response to Exercise in the Ferrari Corporate Population. High Blood Press Cardiovasc Prev 2021; 29:81-88. [PMID: 34822139 DOI: 10.1007/s40292-021-00491-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 11/15/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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AIM To evaluate the incidence and clinical significance of impaired cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and the association with baseline blood pressure (BP) levels and hypertensive response to exercise (HRE). METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted on a total sample of 2058 individuals with a mean age of 38 ± 9 years, enrolled for the first time at the Ferrari corporate wellness program "Formula Benessere", including a maximal exercise stress testing (EST). BP and heart rate (HR) values were obtained from EST at rest, during exercise and recovery time. CRF was arbitrarily classified according to estimated VO2 max in optimal, normal, mildly and moderately reduced. RESULTS One-hundred and thirty-nine individuals of 2058 (6.7%) showed a moderate CRF reduction assessed by EST. Subjects with elevated resting and/or exercise BP showed a worse CRF than those with normal BP levels, also after the adjustment for age, sex, body mass index, smoking habits, peak SBP and DBP. Seventy-seven individuals (3.7%) showed an HRE during EST, with normal baseline BP levels. CONCLUSION About 7% of a corporate population showed a significantly reduced CRF, assessed by EST. Individuals with lower levels of CRF have higher resting and/or peak exercising BP values after adjusting for co-variables. This study expands the role of EST outside of traditional ischemic CVD evaluation, towards the assessment of reduced CRF and HRE in the general population, as a possible not evaluated CV risk factor.
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- Alessandro Biffi
- Med-Ex, Medicine and Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
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- Med-Ex, Medicine and Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine and Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine and Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine and Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine and Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tarantino D, Gnasso R, Sirico F, Corrado B. The Effects of SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic Countermeasures on Patients Receiving Infiltrative Treatment for Musculoskeletal Disorders: a Study from an Italian Cohort. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J 2021. [DOI: 10.32098/mltj.04.2021.09] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- D. Tarantino
- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Palermi S, Serio A, Vecchiato M, Sirico F, Gambardella F, Ricci F, Iodice F, Radmilovic J, Russo V, D'Andrea A. Potential role of an athlete-focused echocardiogram in sports eligibility. World J Cardiol 2021; 13:271-297. [PMID: 34589165 PMCID: PMC8436685 DOI: 10.4330/wjc.v13.i8.271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2021] [Revised: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Sudden cardiac death (SCD) of an athlete is a rare but tragic event and sport activity might play a trigger role in athletes with underlying structural or electrical heart diseases. Preparticipation screenings (PPs) have been conceived for the potential to prevent SCD in young athletes by early identification of cardiac diseases. The European Society of Cardiology protocol for PPs includes history collection, physical examination and baseline electrocardiogram, while further examinations are reserved to individuals with abnormalities at first-line evaluation. Nevertheless, transthoracic echocardiography has been hypothesized to have a primary role in the PPs. This review aims to describe how to approach an athlete-focused echocardiogram, highlighting what is crucial to focus on for the different diseases (cardiomyopathies, valvulopathies, congenital heart disease, myocarditis and pericarditis) and when is needed to pay attention to overlap diagnostic zone ("grey zone") with the athlete's heart. Once properly tested, focused echocardiography by sports medicine physicians may become standard practice in larger screening practices, potentially available during first-line evaluation.
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- Stefano Palermi
- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples 80131, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples 80131, Italy
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- Sport and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University Hospital of Padova, Padova 35128, Italy
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- Public Health Department, University of Naples Federico II, Naples 80131, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti 66100, Italy
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- Unit of Cardiology, Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Monaldi Hospital, Naples 80131, Italy
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- Unit of Cardiology and Intensive Coronary Care, "Umberto I" Hospital, Nocera Inferiore 84014, Italy
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- Unit of Cardiology, Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Monaldi Hospital, Naples 80131, Italy
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- Unit of Cardiology, Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Monaldi Hospital, Naples 80131, Italy.
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Romano V, Tuzi M, Di Gregorio A, Sacco AM, Belviso I, Sirico F, Palermi S, Nurzynska D, Di Meglio F, Castaldo C, Pizzi A, Montagnani S. Correlation between Official and Common Field-Based Fitness Tests in Elite Soccer Referees. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2021; 6:jfmk6030059. [PMID: 34287311 PMCID: PMC8293311 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk6030059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2021] [Revised: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Official tests are used to assess the fitness status of soccer referees, and their results correlate with match performance. However, FIFA-approved tests expose the referees to high physical demands and are difficult to implement during the sportive year. The aim of our study was to evaluate the correlation between the 6 × 40-m sprint and Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Level 1 (IR1) official tests and other field-based tests that require no or little equipment, are not time-consuming, and impose low physical demands. All tests were performed by male referees from the Regional Section of the Italian Referee Association (n = 30). We observed a strong correlation between 6 × 40-m sprint and Illinois agility tests (r = 0.63, p = 0.001) and a moderate correlation between Yo-Yo IR1 and hand-grip strength in the dominant (r = 0.45, p = 0.014) and non-dominant hand (r = 0.41, p = 0.031). Interestingly, only a moderate correlation (r = -0.42, p = 0.025) was observed between the FIFA official tests, 6 × 40-m sprint and Yo-Yo IR1. These results suggest that Illinois agility and hand-grip tests could represent simple and low-physical-impact tools for repeated assessment and monitoring of referee fitness throughout the sportive season.
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- Veronica Romano
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, SA, Italy;
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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- Italian Association of Referees (AIA, Associazione Italiana Arbitri)–FIFA Referees Medical Committee, 00185 Rome, RM, Italy;
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, NA, Italy; (M.T.); (A.D.G.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (F.S.); (S.P.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.); (S.M.)
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Romano V, Gallinoro CM, Mottola R, Serio A, Di Meglio F, Castaldo C, Sirico F, Nurzynska D. Patent Foramen Ovale-A Not So Innocuous Septal Atrial Defect in Adults. J Cardiovasc Dev Dis 2021; 8:jcdd8060060. [PMID: 34070460 PMCID: PMC8228640 DOI: 10.3390/jcdd8060060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Revised: 05/14/2021] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common congenital atrial septal defect with an incidence of 15–35% in the adult population. The development of the interatrial septum is a process that begins in the fourth gestational week and is completed only after birth. During intrauterine life, the foramen ovale allows the passage of highly oxygenated blood from the right to the left atrium and into the systemic arteries, thus bypassing the pulmonary circulation. In 75% of the general population, the foramen ovale closes after birth, and only an oval depression, called fossa ovalis, remains on the right side of the interatrial septum. Patent foramen ovale can be associated with various clinically important conditions, including migraine and stroke, or decompression illness in divers. The aim of this review is to summarize the PFO developmental and anatomical features and to discuss the clinical risks associated with this atrial septal defect in adults.
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- Veronica Romano
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (C.M.G.); (R.M.); (A.S.); (F.D.M.); (C.C.)
- Correspondence: (F.S.); (D.N.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “ScuolaMedicaSalernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
- Correspondence: (F.S.); (D.N.)
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Tarantino D, Gnasso R, Migliore F, Iommazzo I, Sirico F, Corrado B. The effects of COVID-19 pandemic countermeasures on patients receiving botulinum toxin therapy and on their caregivers: a study from an Italian cohort. Neurol Sci 2021; 42:3071-3077. [PMID: 33956258 PMCID: PMC8100930 DOI: 10.1007/s10072-021-05282-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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COVID-19 outbreak had a huge worldwide impact, and several countermeasures to contain its spread have been adopted, such as the interruption of nonurgent outpatient clinics. We wanted to describe the effects of the national lockdown on the well-being of a cohort of Italian patients with cerebral palsy (CP) receiving botulinum toxin (BT) therapy and of their caregivers. Twenty-five patients receiving BT therapy were surveyed using the structuralized questionnaire by Dressler and Adib Saberi, while the caregivers were assessed using the Caregiver Burden Scale. The lockdown delayed BT therapy by 9 ± 2.8 months. Around 44% of the selected patients noticed increased muscle cramps, 24% increased muscle pain, and 32% both of them. Due to the lockdown, the patient’s quality of life was reduced by 68.4 ± 21.1%. After the lockdown, 100% of patients perceived BT therapy as more important than before. Around 76% of the patients perceived the lockdown as inadequate and felt that their rights were not respected. The overall score of the Caregiver Burden Scale, as regarded before the lockdown, was 29.12 ± 11.63, while the overall score as regarded after the lockdown was 37.44 ± 14.85. The overall score increased, from before the lockdown to after the lockdown, for 92% of caregivers. The BT outpatient clinic’s interruption was seen to significantly worsen the psychophysical condition of subjects with CP and the care burden of their caregivers, exposing them to greater stress than before. Therefore, any kind of BT treatment suspension or delay should be avoided.
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- Domiziano Tarantino
- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy.
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Battistoni A, Gallo G, Aragona CO, Barchiesi F, Basolo A, Bellone S, Bellotti P, Bertolotti M, Bianco A, Biffi A, Borghi C, Cicero AFG, Consoli A, Corsini A, Desideri G, Di Giacinto B, Fernando F, Ferri C, Galiuto L, Grassi D, Grassi G, Icardi G, Indolfi C, Lodi E, Modena MG, Muiesan ML, Nati G, Orsi A, Palermi S, Parati G, Passantino A, Patelli A, Pelliccia A, Pengo M, Filardi PP, Perseghin G, Pirro M, Pontremoli R, Rengo G, Ricotti R, Rizzoni D, Rocca B, Rotella C, Rubattu S, Salvetti G, Sciacqua A, Serdoz A, Sirico F, Squeo MR, Tocci G, Trimarco B, Vigili de Kreutzenberg S, Volpe R, Volpe M. [Prevention Italy 2021 - An update of the 2018 Consensus document and recommendations for the prevention of cardiovascular disease in Italy]. G Ital Cardiol (Rome) 2021; 22:1-105. [PMID: 34741593 DOI: 10.1714/3605.35841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Tarantino D, Palermi S, Sirico F, Corrado B. Achilles Tendon Rupture: Mechanisms of Injury, Principles of Rehabilitation and Return to Play. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2020; 5:jfmk5040095. [PMID: 33467310 PMCID: PMC7804867 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk5040095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2020] [Revised: 12/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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The Achilles tendon is the thickest, strongest and largest tendon in the human body, but despite its size and tensile strength, it frequently gets injured. Achilles tendon ruptures (ATRs) mainly occur during sports activities, and their incidence has increased over the last few decades. Achilles tendon tears necessitate a prolonged recovery time, sometimes leaving long-term functional limitations. Treatment options include conservative treatment and surgical repair. There is no consensus on which is the best treatment for ATRs, and their management is still controversial. Limited scientific evidence is available for optimized rehabilitation regimen and on the course of recovery after ATRs. Furthermore, there are no universally accepted outcomes regarding the return to play (RTP) process. Therefore, the aim of this narrative review is to give an insight into the mechanism of injuries of an ATR, related principles of rehabilitation, and RTP.
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Sirico F, Romano V, Sacco AM, Belviso I, Didonna V, Nurzynska D, Castaldo C, Palermi S, Sannino G, Della Valle E, Montagnani S, Di Meglio F. Effect of Video Observation and Motor Imagery on Simple Reaction Time in Cadet Pilots. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2020; 5:E89. [PMID: 33467304 PMCID: PMC7739276 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk5040089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2020] [Revised: 11/28/2020] [Accepted: 12/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Neuromotor training can improve motor performance in athletes and patients. However, few data are available about their effect on reaction time (RT). We investigated the influence of video observation/motor imagery (VO/MI) on simple RT to visual and auditory stimuli. The experimental group comprised 21 cadets who performed VO/MI training over 4 weeks. Nineteen cadets completed a sham intervention as control. The main outcome measure was RT to auditory and visual stimuli for the upper and lower limbs. The RT to auditory stimuli improved significantly post-intervention in both groups (control vs. experimental mean change for upper limbs: -40 ms vs. -40 ms, p = 0.0008; for lower limbs: -50 ms vs. -30 ms, p = 0.0174). A trend towards reduced RT to visual stimuli was observed (for upper limbs: -30 ms vs. -20 ms, p = 0.0876; for lower limbs: -30 ms vs. -20 ms, p = 0.0675). The interaction term was not significant. Only the specific VO/MI training produced a linear correlation between the improvement in the RT to auditory and visual stimuli for the upper (r = 0.703) and lower limbs (r = 0.473). In conclusion, VO/MI training does not improve RT when compared to control, but it may be useful in individuals who need to simultaneously develop a fast response to different types of stimuli.
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- Felice Sirico
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (V.R.); (A.M.S.); (I.B.); (D.N.); (C.C.); (S.P.); (G.S.); (E.D.V.); (S.M.); (F.D.M.)
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Palermi S, Sacco AM, Belviso I, Marino N, Gambardella F, Loiacono C, Sirico F. Effectiveness of Tai Chi on Balance Improvement in Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Aging Phys Act 2020; 28:787-797. [PMID: 32131053 DOI: 10.1123/japa.2019-0242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2019] [Revised: 12/24/2019] [Accepted: 12/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Balance impairments are a relevant problem in patients with diabetes, and interventions to manage this issue represent a public health need. This study reviewed the literature about the effectiveness of Tai Chi on balance improvement in patients with type 2 diabetes. Springerlink, MEDLINE, PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, Scopus, and Cochrane CENTRAL databases were screened. Randomized and nonrandomized controlled trials assessing balance in patients with type 2 diabetes enrolled in a Tai Chi program were considered eligible. Four studies were included in qualitative synthesis and in quantitative analysis (three randomized controlled trials and one pretest-posttest quasi-experimental study). Evidence supporting Tai Chi to improve balance in patients with type 2 diabetes was found (effect size: 0.52; 95% confidence interval [0.20, 0.84]); however, the analysis relied on a small number of studies, which raises concerns about the risk of bias. In conclusion, the results support the benefits of Tai Chi intervention to improve balance in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Belviso I, Palermi S, Sacco AM, Romano V, Corrado B, Zappia M, Sirico F. Brachial Plexus Injuries in Sport Medicine: Clinical Evaluation, Diagnostic Approaches, Treatment Options, and Rehabilitative Interventions. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2020; 5:jfmk5020022. [PMID: 33467238 PMCID: PMC7739249 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk5020022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2020] [Revised: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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The brachial plexus represents a complex anatomical structure in the upper limb. This "network" of peripheral nerves permits the rearrangement of motor efferent fibers, coming from different spinal nerves, in several terminal branches directed to upper limb muscles. Moreover, afferent information coming from different cutaneous regions in upper limb are sorted in different spinal nerves through the brachial plexus. Severe brachial plexus injuries are a rare clinical condition in the general population and in sport medicine, but with dramatic consequences on the motor and sensory functions of the upper limb. In some sports, like martial arts, milder injuries of the brachial plexus can occur, with transient symptoms and with a full recovery. Clinical evaluation represents the cornerstone in the assessment of the athletes with brachial plexus injuries. Electrodiagnostic studies and imaging techniques, like magnetic resonance and high-frequency ultrasound, could be useful to localize the lesion and to define an appropriate treatment and a functional prognosis. Several conservative and surgical techniques could be applied, and multidisciplinary rehabilitative programs could be performed to guide the athlete toward the recovery of the highest functional level, according to the type of injury.
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- Immacolata Belviso
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (I.B.); (S.P.); (A.M.S.); (V.R.); (B.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (I.B.); (S.P.); (A.M.S.); (V.R.); (B.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (I.B.); (S.P.); (A.M.S.); (V.R.); (B.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (I.B.); (S.P.); (A.M.S.); (V.R.); (B.C.)
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (I.B.); (S.P.); (A.M.S.); (V.R.); (B.C.)
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy;
- Musculoskeletal Radiology Unit, Varelli Institute, 80126 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy; (I.B.); (S.P.); (A.M.S.); (V.R.); (B.C.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-081-746-3508
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Belviso I, Romano V, Sacco AM, Ricci G, Massai D, Cammarota M, Catizone A, Schiraldi C, Nurzynska D, Terzini M, Aldieri A, Serino G, Schonauer F, Sirico F, D'Andrea F, Montagnani S, Di Meglio F, Castaldo C. Decellularized Human Dermal Matrix as a Biological Scaffold for Cardiac Repair and Regeneration. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2020; 8:229. [PMID: 32266249 PMCID: PMC7099865 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2020.00229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2019] [Accepted: 03/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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The complex and highly organized environment in which cells reside consists primarily of the extracellular matrix (ECM) that delivers biological signals and physical stimuli to resident cells. In the native myocardium, the ECM contributes to both heart compliance and cardiomyocyte maturation and function. Thus, myocardium regeneration cannot be accomplished if cardiac ECM is not restored. We hypothesize that decellularized human skin might make an easily accessible and viable alternate biological scaffold for cardiac tissue engineering (CTE). To test our hypothesis, we decellularized specimens of both human skin and human myocardium and analyzed and compared their composition by histological methods and quantitative assays. Decellularized dermal matrix was then cut into 600-μm-thick sections and either tested by uniaxial tensile stretching to characterize its mechanical behavior or used as three-dimensional scaffold to assess its capability to support regeneration by resident cardiac progenitor cells (hCPCs) in vitro. Histological and quantitative analyses of the dermal matrix provided evidence of both effective decellularization with preserved tissue architecture and retention of ECM proteins and growth factors typical of cardiac matrix. Further, the elastic modulus of the dermal matrix resulted comparable with that reported in literature for the human myocardium and, when tested in vitro, dermal matrix resulted a comfortable and protective substrate promoting and supporting hCPC engraftment, survival and cardiomyogenic potential. Our study provides compelling evidence that dermal matrix holds promise as a fully autologous and cost-effective biological scaffold for CTE.
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- Immacolata Belviso
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Anatomy, Histology, Forensic-Medicine and Orthopedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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de Angelis C, Nardone A, Garifalos F, Pivonello C, Sansone A, Conforti A, Di Dato C, Sirico F, Alviggi C, Isidori A, Colao A, Pivonello R. Smoke, alcohol and drug addiction and female fertility. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2020; 18:21. [PMID: 32164734 PMCID: PMC7069005 DOI: 10.1186/s12958-020-0567-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2018] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Considerable interest has been gathered on the relevant impact of preventable factors, including incorrect lifestyle and unhealthy habits, on female fertility. Smoking, alcohol and addictive drugs consumption represent a major concern, given the broad range of diseases which might be favored or exacerbated by these dependable attitudes. Despite the well-characterized effects of prenatal exposure on pregnancy outcomes and fetus health, a substantial proportion of women of reproductive age is still concerned with these habits. At present, the impact of smoke, alcohol and addictive drugs on women fertility, and, particularly, the specific targets and underlying mechanisms, are still poorly understood or debated, mainly due to the scarcity of well-designed studies, and to numerous biases. OBJECTIVE The current review will provide a comprehensive overview of clinical and experimental studies in humans and animals addressing the impact of smoke, alcohol and addictive drugs on female fertility, by also embracing effects on ovary, oviduct, and uterus, with particular reference to primary endpoints such as ovarian reserve, steroidogenesis, ovulation and menstrual cycle, oviduct function and uterus receptivity and implantation. A brief focus on polycystic ovary syndrome and endometriosis will be also included. METHODS A Pubmed literature search was performed with selected keywords; articles were individually retrieved by each author. No limitation was set for publication date. Articles in languages other than English were excluded. Additional articles were retrieved from references list of selected manuscripts. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS Currently, the most consistent evidences of a detrimental effect of smoke, alcohol and addictive drugs on specific domains of the female reproductive function are provided by experimental studies in animals. Overall, clinical studies suggest that smoking is associated to decreased fertility, although causal inference should be further demonstrated. Studies addressing the effect of alcohol consumption on female fertility provide conflicting results, although the majority reported lack of a correlation. Extremely scarce studies investigated the effects of addictive drugs on female fertility, and the specific actions of selected drugs have been difficult to address, due to multidrug consumption.
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- Cristina de Angelis
- I.O.S. & COLEMAN Srl, Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XFERTISEXCARES Centro di Andrologia, Medicina della Riproduzione e della Sessualità Maschile e Femminile, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Sanità Pubblica, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Sanità Pubblica, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XFERTISEXCARES Centro di Andrologia, Medicina della Riproduzione e della Sessualità Maschile e Femminile, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- grid.7841.aDepartment of Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Rome “Sapienza”, viale Regina Elena 324, 00162 Roma, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive Medicine, Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- grid.7841.aDepartment of Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Rome “Sapienza”, viale Regina Elena 324, 00162 Roma, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Sanità Pubblica, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive Medicine, Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- grid.7841.aDepartment of Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Rome “Sapienza”, viale Regina Elena 324, 00162 Roma, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XFERTISEXCARES Centro di Andrologia, Medicina della Riproduzione e della Sessualità Maschile e Femminile, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XCattedra Unesco “Educazione alla salute e allo sviluppo sostenibile”, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XDipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XFERTISEXCARES Centro di Andrologia, Medicina della Riproduzione e della Sessualità Maschile e Femminile, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
- grid.4691.a0000 0001 0790 385XCattedra Unesco “Educazione alla salute e allo sviluppo sostenibile”, Università “Federico II” di Napoli, Naples, Italy
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Sirico F, Palermi S, Gambardella F, Capuano E, Ferrari U, Baioccato V, Castaldo C, Di Meglio F, Nurzynska D. Ankle Brachial Index in Different Types of Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Case Reports. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8122071. [PMID: 31779142 PMCID: PMC6947277 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8122071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2019] [Revised: 11/20/2019] [Accepted: 11/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Similar to other peripheral artery diseases, vessel narrowing in popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (PAES) reduces the ankle brachial index (ABI). Since the PAES is related to several anatomical or functional variations, we sought to determine if the ABI was correlated with the type of syndrome. Through a systematic review of literature, we identified case reports and series in which the diagnosis of PAES was accompanied by ABI measurement. Twenty-seven studies included in the qualitative synthesis described 87 limbs. The most common types of the syndrome were those caused by an abnormal medial head of the gastrocnemius (type II, n = 35, 40.23%) and aberrant course of the popliteal artery (type I, n = 20, 22.99%). The variation of plantaris muscle (n = 7, 8.05%) is currently not included in the classification system. The median value of ABI was 0.87 (interquartile range (IQR) = 0.6–1.0). There were no differences among types of syndrome (F = 0.13, p = 0.72). In conclusion, despite clinical recommendations, the ABI remains underused in PAES diagnosis. No correlation was detected between the index score and type of syndrome. The cases of PAES involving structures other than the gastrocnemius or popliteus muscle suggest the need to revisit the current clinical classification system.
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Della Valle E, Sirico F, Cacciatore F, Palermi S, Marcantonio R, Spera R. Worksite Energy Cost Assessment in Non-surgical versus Surgical Medical Residency Programs. Int J Occup Environ Med 2019; 10:216-217. [PMID: 31586386 PMCID: PMC6820313 DOI: 10.15171/ijoem.2019.1617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2019] [Accepted: 08/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", Italy
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Sirico F, Zappia M, Di Meglio F, Castaldo C, Nurzynska D. Can we reduce the risk of adverse effects in selective neurolysis of the motor branches of musculocutaneous nerve? Evidence-based anatomy approach to the rescue of patients with muscle spasticity. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2019; 56:126-127. [PMID: 31189306 DOI: 10.23736/s1973-9087.19.05875-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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- Felice Sirico
- Section of Human Anatomy and Sports Medicine, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy -
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy.,Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Varelli Institute, Naples, Italy
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- Section of Human Anatomy and Sports Medicine, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Section of Human Anatomy and Sports Medicine, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Section of Human Anatomy and Sports Medicine, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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Sirico F, Fernando F, Di Paolo F, Adami PE, Signorello MG, Sannino G, Bianco A, Cerrone A, Baioccato V, Filippi N, Ferrari U, Tuzi M, Nurzynska D, Di Meglio F, Castaldo C, D'Ascenzi F, Montagnani S, Biffi A. Exercise stress test in apparently healthy individuals - where to place the finish line? The Ferrari corporate wellness programme experience. Eur J Prev Cardiol 2019; 26:731-738. [PMID: 30674206 DOI: 10.1177/2047487318825174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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AIMS The aim of our study was to assess the clinical significance of the exercise stress testing endpoints, namely 85% of maximal theoretical heart rate (MTHR), metabolic equivalent of task, and rating of perceived exertion (RPE), and their relation to electrocardiographic (ECG) changes in a healthy adult population. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted on 408 males and 52 females (mean age 39.4 ± 8.6 years) who performed the maximal cycle ergometer exercise stress test until volitional exhaustion, reporting the RPE score at 85% of MTHR and at peak exercise. Metabolic equivalents of task were indirectly calculated from the maximum workload and compared with the predicted values. Sitting torso-lead ECG and blood pressure were recorded at rest, during exercise and during recovery. RESULTS Of 460 participants, 73% exceeded 85% of MTHR. The RPE score represented the overall most significant endpoint of exercise stress testing, with the median value of 17 at peak exercise. ECG events were detected in 23/124 (18.5%) who reached ≤ 85% of MTHR and in 61/336 (18.2%) who achieved >85% of MTHR ( p = 0.92). In the latter group, 54% of ECG changes occurred at < 85% of MTHR and 46% at > 85% of MTHR ( p = 0.51). If the exercise stress testing had been interrupted at ≤ 85% of MTHR, almost half of the ECG events would have remained undetected and 35% of the cardiovascular abnormalities observed at the diagnostic follow-up would have remained undiagnosed. CONCLUSION Terminating exercise stress testing before volitional exhaustion and an RPE score of 17 limits the test accuracy and reduces the possibility to detect cardiovascular abnormalities in apparently healthy adult populations.
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- Felice Sirico
- 1 Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy.,2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 1 Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 2 University of Naples Federico II, Department of Public Health, Italy
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- 1 Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise srl, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Rome, Italy
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Sirico F, Castaldo C, Baioccato V, Marino N, Zappia M, Montagnani S, Di Meglio F, Nurzynska D. Prevalence of musculocutaneous nerve variations: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Anat 2018; 32:183-195. [PMID: 30113088 DOI: 10.1002/ca.23256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2018] [Revised: 07/11/2018] [Accepted: 07/13/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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We aimed to establish the prevalence of the musculocutaneous nerve (MCN) variations and the probability of the variation being pure or mixed in the same plexus. We applied the principles of evidence-based anatomy to find, appraise, and synthesize data through a meta-analysis of anatomical studies. The variations were grouped based on the presence and location of the communicating branch with the median nerve and the origin of branches to anterior arm muscles. Forty-three cadaveric studies met the inclusion criteria, providing data from 4124 plexuses. The overall pooled prevalence of plexuses with MCN variations was 20%. Based on the classification applied in our study, the pooled prevalence of variations was 17% in region 1A, 20% in region 1B, 36% in region 2 and 49% in region 3. Importantly, 64.58% of variations in region 1A and 74.14% of variations in region 1B were mixed, that is, associated with a variation in another region. The odds of finding another variation in the presence of a variation in region 2 or 3 were equal 0.37 and 0.52, respectively, demonstrating a significantly lower probability of finding mixed variations involving these regions, when compared with region 1A. Variations of the MCN are most common in the part distal to the exit from within or beneath the coracobrachialis muscle. Proximal variations are more often associated with another variation located along the nerve. These findings can assist health care professionals in the treatment of brachial plexus lesions. Clin. Anat. 32:183-195, 2019. © 2018 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Felice Sirico
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100, Campobasso, Italy.,Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Varelli Institute, 80126, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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Biffi A, Fernando F, Adami PE, Messina M, Sirico F, Di Paolo F, Coluccia R, Borghi C, D'Ascenzi F, Volpe M. Ferrari Corporate Wellness Program: Results of a Pilot Analysis and the "Drag" Impact in the Workplace. High Blood Press Cardiovasc Prev 2018; 25:261-266. [PMID: 29956111 DOI: 10.1007/s40292-018-0266-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2018] [Accepted: 06/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Preventive strategies based on advice and interventions on lifestyle habits represent the most powerful resource available to reduce the burden of cardiovascular (CV) diseases. Workplace represents an unmissable context for lifestyle changes at population level. AIM To evaluate the mid-term efficacy of a corporate wellness program in a cohort of healthy and physically active employees of the Ferrari car manufacturer. METHODS A corporate wellness program, named "Ferrari Formula Benessere", was proposed to adult individuals working in a Ferrari car company at Maranello, Modena (Italy). Employees who voluntarily agreed to the program received healthy nutritional advice and were trained three times a week (60 min per session), and periodically re-evaluated during a 4-year follow-up period. RESULTS Among the 719 Ferrari employees that joined the program, 168 (23%) subjects (88.5% males, age 30.8 ± 5.9 years) were considered the most active participants, based on a self-administered standardized questionnaire, and included in the study. A relevant improvement of several CV risk factors (body mass index, total and LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure) and cardio-respiratory fitness parameters (estimated VO2max, Wattpeak, METs) was observed compared to baseline values. Furthermore, it was recorded a clear "drag effect" towards non-participating and sedentary peers, resulting in a 90% adherence increase over the years. CONCLUSIONS The "Ferrari Formula Benessere" corporate wellness project proved to be effective in improving CV risk profile and cardio-respiratory fitness in a population of already physically active employees.
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- Alessandro Biffi
- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00186, Rome, Italy.
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00186, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00186, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00186, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00186, Rome, Italy
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- Med-Ex, Medicine & Exercise, Medical Partner Scuderia Ferrari, Via Vittorio Veneto 108, 00186, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medical Biotechnologies, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli, Italy.,Division of Cardiology, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sant'Andrea Hospital University of Rome Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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Sirico F, Bianco A, D'Alicandro G, Castaldo C, Montagnani S, Spera R, Di Meglio F, Nurzynska D. Effects of Physical Exercise on Adiponectin, Leptin, and Inflammatory Markers in Childhood Obesity: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Child Obes 2018; 14:207-217. [PMID: 29762052 PMCID: PMC5994661 DOI: 10.1089/chi.2017.0269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND New findings on adipose tissue physiology and obesity-associated inflammation status suggest that modification of the adipokine level can be relevant for the long-term prevention of obesity-associated chronic disease. OBJECTIVES The scope of the present study was to investigate the effectiveness of physical exercise in reducing the systemic inflammation related to obesity in children. METHODS We conducted a systematic review with meta-analysis of controlled randomized trials, identified through electronic database search, which investigated the effect of physical exercise, without concomitant dietary intervention, on adiponectin, leptin, and/or other inflammatory markers in children up to age 18 years with a body mass index greater than the 95th percentile for age and sex. RESULTS Seven trials were included in the meta-analysis, with a total of 250 participants. Compared with the control group without any lifestyle modification, the physical exercise resulted in a reduction in leptin [standardized mean difference (SMD) -1.13; 95% confidence interval (95%CI): -1.89 to -0.37; I2 = 79.9%] and interleukin-6 (SMD -0.84; 95%CI: -1.45 to -0.23, I2 = 0.9%) and an increase in adiponectin plasma concentration (SMD 0.69; 95%CI: 0.02-1.35; I2 = 74.3%). CONCLUSIONS These results indicate that physical exercise improved the inflammatory state in children with obesity. It is unclear whether this effect can reduce the risk of cardiovascular and metabolic disease in adulthood. Clinical trials with a uniform intervention protocol and outcome measurements are required to put our knowledge on adipose tissue biology into a clinical perspective.
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- Felice Sirico
- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, Centre for Sports Medicine and Disability, Santobono-Pausilipon Children's Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Human Anatomy, and Sports Medicine Section, University of Naples “Federico II,” Naples, Italy
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Sirico F, Miressi S, Castaldo C, Spera R, Montagnani S, Di Meglio F, Nurzynska D. Habits and beliefs related to food supplements: Results of a survey among Italian students of different education fields and levels. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0191424. [PMID: 29351568 PMCID: PMC5774790 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0191424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2017] [Accepted: 01/04/2018] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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The increasing availability of food supplements, aggressive media advertising, and common beliefs that these substances have only positive effects on health and sport performance indicate a need for continuous monitoring of this phenomenon. The aim of this study was to investigate the habits and beliefs related to diet supplementation among medical, health professional, and other university/high school students by means of a cross-sectional anonymous survey online. Among the respondents aware of supplements, 37.4% were taking or had taken them in the past. Food supplement use was more common among university students (in particular, those in health professional graduate courses) than high school students. Individual sport practice, rather than team sport, was associated with higher likelihood of food supplement use. Multivitamins were most commonly used, while weight-loss formulations were the least popular. Strikingly, filling nutrient gaps was statistically not considered the main reason for taking food supplements. Instead, they were used to enhance mental performance or enhance well-being. There was statistical evidence that students not enrolled in health or medical professional studies strongly agreed more often than medical students that taking food supplements prevents illness. These results indicate a striking difference between the evidence-based and personal reasons for food supplement use. Arguably, it calls for an improvement in education about diet supplementation and a change in attitude of health care providers to its implementation.
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- Felice Sirico
- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Sirico F, Sannino G, Blasio FD, Gregorio AD, Montagnani S, Scalfi L. O-32 Reliability of optojump system for the assessment of different protocols of jump and agreement with jumpandreach test. Br J Sports Med 2016. [DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2016-097120.32] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Vitale M, Barbato C, Habetswallner F, De Martino B, Sirico F, Crispo A, Cartenì G. ZeOxaNMulti trial: a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial of oral zeolite “Multizeo Med” (based on PMA-zeolite – a double activated zeolite clinoptilolite called also Panalite) to prevent chemotherapy-induced side effects, in particular peripheral neuropathy. Ann Oncol 2016. [DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdw345.43] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Sirico F, Ricca F, DI Meglio F, Nurzynska D, Castaldo C, Spera R, Montagnani S. Local corticosteroid versus autologous blood injections in lateral epicondylitis: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2016; 53:483-491. [PMID: 27585054 DOI: 10.23736/s1973-9087.16.04252-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Lateral epicondylitis is a common painful elbow disorder. Several approaches to treatment have been proposed, with a local injection of corticosteroids being the most frequently used. Recent insights into the pathophysiology encouraged the introduction of autologous blood injections as an alternative treatment method. The aim of this meta-analysis is to summarize quantitatively the evidence regarding the efficacy of corticosteroids and autologous blood injections for treatment of pain in lateral epicondylitis. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION Studies were considered eligible based on the following inclusion criteria: adult human, diagnosis of lateral epicondylitis, randomized controlled trials comparing corticosteroids versus autologous blood injections, pain assessment. Exclusion criteria were previous surgery for lateral epicondylitis or for other elbow disorders, concurrent treatment with drugs or physiotherapy, diagnosis of musculoskeletal systemic disorder. A systematic search of literature was performed according to the PRISMA statement. Effect size of each included study was calculated and analyzed in a random-effects model. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS Four studies, enrolling total of 218 patients (139 females and 79 males), were included in quantitative analysis. At 2 weeks, there was a trend towards a reduction of VAS score in the corticosteroid group (WMD=2.12 [95% CI: 4.38 to 0.14], P=0.07). No significant differences were recorded in the medium-term (4-12 weeks; WMD=0.85 [95% CI: -0.44 to 2.15], P=0.19) and long-term (24 weeks; WMD=0.63 [95% CI: -2.40 to 3.66], P=0.68) follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Few high-quality trials compare the efficacy of corticosteroid and autologous blood injections in the control of pain related to lateral epicondylitis. Available data indicate that corticosteroids tend to reduce VAS score in short-term follow-up, although these data are not statistically significant. No differences were recorded in the medium and long term. Contrary to popular opinion among medical professionals, and despite pathophysiological cues, the currently available data offer no support for the effectiveness of autologous blood injections in medium- and long-term follow-up. Further studies are necessary to establish which treatment has more impact on pain in lateral epicondylitis. These data could be then used as a basis for practical guidelines and new protocols of treatment.
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- Felice Sirico
- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy -
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- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Sports Medicine Division, Department of Public Health, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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Vitale MG, Barbato C, Habetswallner F, De Martino BM, Bedogni G, Sirico F, Riccardi F, Biglietto M, Chiurazzi B, Cartenì G. Does oral alpha lipoic acid prevent oxaliplatin-induced peripheral neuropathy? A randomized, double-blind, parallel-arm, placebo-controlled trial. J Clin Oncol 2016. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2016.34.15_suppl.10117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Liver Research Center, Basovizza, Trieste, Italy
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- Neurophysiopathology, AORN Antonio Cardarelli, Napoli, Italy
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Iolascon G, Sirico F, Ferrante A, Gimigliano R, Gimigliano F. Risedronate's efficacy: from randomized clinical trials to real clinical practice. Clin Cases Miner Bone Metab 2010; 7:19-22. [PMID: 22461286 PMCID: PMC2898001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Osteoporosis represents the most common human bone disorder with a large medical and economical burden on the Health Care System. Bisphosphonates are the major drugs used for the treatment of osteoporosis. Differences in their chemical structures and pharmacokinetic actions can explain the different clinical efficacy among these molecules. Risedronate is a potent inhibitor of farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase, but does not bind strongly to mineral; this lower mineral binding may enable risedronate to have a wider distribution in bone. Its antifracture efficacy has been established in several randomized phase III controlled studies that showed its value in the reduction of vertebral, non vertebral and hip fractures. Randomized controlled trials and observational studies demonstrated risedronate efficacy and safety in different subsets of patients, therefore risedronate is configured, among oral therapies currently available for osteoporosis, as a drug of first choice.
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- Giovanni Iolascon
- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Medicine, Second University of Naples, Italy
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