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Góngora-Rodríguez J, Rosety-Rodríguez MÁ, Rodríguez-Almagro D, Martín-Valero R, Góngora-Rodríguez P, Rodríguez-Huguet M. Structural and Functional Changes in Supraspinatus Tendinopathy through Percutaneous Electrolysis, Percutaneous Peripheral Nerve Stimulation and Eccentric Exercise Combined Therapy: A Single-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial. Biomedicines 2024; 12:771. [PMID: 38672127 PMCID: PMC11048338 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12040771] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Shoulder tendinopathies produce pain and reduce functionality. The aim of this randomized clinical trial was to analyze the effects of Percutaneous electrolysis (PE), Percutaneous peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) and eccentric exercise (EE) on pain (NPRS), strength, electromyographic activity, ultrasound characteristics of the tendon (echogenicity, thickness and hypervascularization) and functionality (DASH and SPADI) in individuals with supraspinatus tendinopathy. Participants (n = 50) were divided into two groups; they received 4 treatment sessions, 1 per week, of PE and PNS (n = 25) or 10 treatment sessions of TENS and US (n = 25). Both groups performed the EE program consisting of 3 sets of 10 repetitions of each of the 3 exercises, twice a day, during the 4 weeks. Follow-up was carried out at 4, 12 and 24 weeks after the start of the intervention. There are statistically significant differences in the analysis between groups (p < 0.001) in the post-treatment and follow-up measurements favorable to the PE+PNS+EE treatment on pain (NPRS), strength, supraspinatus electromyographic amplitude, ultrasound characteristics of the tendon (echogenicity, thickness and hypervascularization) and DASH and SPADI questionnaires. The combined treatment with PE, PNS and EE is an effective option in the clinical management of tendinopathies, with positive results in the short and long term on the variables studied.
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- Jorge Góngora-Rodríguez
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain; (J.G.-R.); (M.R.-H.)
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- Move-It Research Group, Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cádiz, Plaza Fragela, s/n, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Málaga, 29071 Málaga, Spain;
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain; (J.G.-R.); (M.R.-H.)
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Rodríguez-Almagro D, Rosety-Rodríguez MA, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Molina-Jiménez J, Góngora-Rodríguez J. Pulsed negative pressure myofascial vacuum therapy and percutaneous electrolysis in the treatment of lateral epicondylalgia: A single-blind randomized controlled trial. J Hand Ther 2024:S0894-1130(24)00004-8. [PMID: 38453573 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2024.02.003] [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: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024]
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BACKGROUND Lateral Epicondylalgia (LE) represents one of the most common injuries of the upper limb. It is necessary to find effective treatments that reduce pain and increase functionality. PURPOSE To determine the effects of an integrated intervention of Pulsed Negative Pressure Myofascial Vacuum Therapy (VT), Percutaneous Electrolysis (PE) and eccentric exercise (EE) in the treatment of LE compared versus Manual Therapy soft tissue mobilization (MT) and Ultrasound therapy (US) and EE. STUDY DESIGN Single-blind randomized controlled trial. METHODS Forty participants, with unilateral LE, were randomly divided into two groups: VT + PE + EE group (n = 20) and MT + US + EE group (n = 20). The VT + PE + EE group received one weekly session for four weeks and a regimen of EE daily at-home, and the MT + US + EE group received 10 sessions over a period of two weeks and a regimen of EE daily at-home. Numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), range of motion (ROM) pressure pain threshold (PPT) and function (PRTEE questionnaire) were measured before treatment, at the end of treatment, and at one- and three-month follow-ups. RESULTS The statistically significant improvements were found post-treatment, favoring the VT + PE group in pain intensity (p < 0.001; ES = 0.408), PRTEE-S Pain (p = 0.001; ES = 0.377), PRTEE-S Specific function (p = 0.004; ES = 0.306) and PRTEE-S Total (p = 0.001; ES = 0.355). The VT + PE + EE treatment showed greater effectiveness than the MT + US + EE treatment at immediate post-treatment, as well as at the one-month and three-months follow-up. CONCLUSIONS VT and PE added to an EE program could be an effective treatment for pain, ROM, PPT, and function in patients with LE.
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- MOVE-IT Research Group, Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education Sciences, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain; Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain; Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, Cadiz, Spain; Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, Cadiz, Spain.
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain; Department of Physiotherapy, Osuna School University, University of Sevilla, Sevilla, Spain
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Rodríguez-Almagro D, Achalandabaso-Ochoa A, Ibáñez-Vera AJ, Góngora-Rodríguez J, Rodríguez-Huguet M. Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Therapy on Balance and Gait in the Elderly: A Systematic Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:158. [PMID: 38255047 PMCID: PMC10815791 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12020158] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Virtual reality (VR) therapies are presently utilized to treat physical and cognitive impairments among elderly people. This systematic review aims to collect the most recent evidence on the effectiveness of VR in improving balance and gait among healthy elderly individuals, in comparison with other therapies. A literature search was conducted using the PubMed, SCOPUS, PEDro, and WoS databases, by selecting randomized clinical trials that evaluated balance, both static and dynamic, as well as gait in a population of healthy older adults who underwent virtual reality therapy. The methodological quality of the studies was assessed using the PEDro scale. After eligibility criteria were applied and duplicates were removed, 20 studies were selected out of 1705 initially identified. The present systematic review concludes that virtual reality therapy is more effective than minimal intervention or usual care in enhancing static balance, dynamic balance, and gait in healthy elderly individuals. Moreover, virtual reality therapy yields better outcomes compared to traditional balance training and physical exercise in improving balance and gait in this demographic. However, both methods have shown effectiveness.
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- Daniel Rodríguez-Almagro
- Department of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Medicine, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain;
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- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (A.A.-O.); (A.J.I.-V.)
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- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (A.A.-O.); (A.J.I.-V.)
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Ayala-Martínez C, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Góngora-Rodríguez P, Martín-Valero R, Góngora-Rodríguez J. Transcranial direct current stimulation in physical therapy treatment for adults after stroke: A systematic review. NeuroRehabilitation 2024; 54:171-183. [PMID: 38143386 DOI: 10.3233/nre-230213] [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] [Indexed: 12/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Stroke is a clinical syndrome that can cause neurological disorders due to a reduction or interruption in the blood flow at the brain level. Transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS) is a non-invasive electrotherapy technique with the ability to modulate the function of nervous tissue. OBJECTIVE The aim of this review is to analyze the effects derived from the application of the TDCS for post-stroke patients on functionality and mobility. METHODS The data search was conducted in PubMed, PEDro, Cochrane Library, Web of Science and Scopus between July and August 2023. The search focused on randomized clinical trials conducted in the period of 2019-2023, and according to the selection criteria, seven studies were obtained. RESULTS The results found are mainly focused on the analysis of the scales Fugl-Meyer Assessment for Upper Extremity and Wolf Motor Function Test. CONCLUSION The application of TDCS presents benefits in post-stroke individuals on functionality, mobility and other secondary studied variables.
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cádiz, Spain
- Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cádiz (INiBICA), Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, CTS-1071 Research Group, University of Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Rodríguez-Almagro D, Rosety-Rodríguez MÁ, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Ayala-Martínez C, Góngora-Rodríguez J. Effectiveness of the Treatment of Physiotherapy in the Congenital Muscular Torticollis: A Systematic Review. Children (Basel) 2023; 11:8. [PMID: 38275429 PMCID: PMC10814226 DOI: 10.3390/children11010008] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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A single congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) is a postural musculoskeletal deformity and is characterized by the shortening or stiffness of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. The reported incidence of CMT ranges from 0.2% to 2%. The objective is to evaluate the effect of physical therapy programs on CMT. For the search, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, PEDro and Cochrane databases were used. Randomized controlled trials published between 2018 and 2023 have been included. This study follows the PRISMA 2020 statement and has been registered in the PROSPERO database. Finally, six studies were included. The cervical range of motion (ROM) in rotation was the most analyzed variable, followed by the ultrasound evaluation; one of the studies included the analysis of children's motor development with the Alberta scale. All research found benefits associated with soft tissue mobilization, passive stretching techniques and manual therapy of the cervical spine. In conclusion, it is possible to recommend manual therapy and passive stretching techniques for the treatment of CMT, with significant results on the cervical ROM.
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- Manuel Rodríguez-Huguet
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain; (M.J.V.-G.); (J.G.-R.)
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- Department of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Medicine, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain;
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- Move-It Research Group, Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cádiz (INiBICA), Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cádiz, Plaza Fragela, s/n, 11003 Cádiz, Spain;
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain; (M.J.V.-G.); (J.G.-R.)
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cádiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cádiz, Spain
- Research Unit, Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cádiz (INiBICA), Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain; (M.J.V.-G.); (J.G.-R.)
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Vinolo-Gil MJ, García-Campanario I, Estebanez-Pérez MJ, Pastora-Bernal JM, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Martín-Vega FJ. Blood Flow Restriction in Oncological Patients: Advantages and Safety Considerations. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2062. [PMID: 37510502 PMCID: PMC10379018 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11142062] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cancer, being a highly widespread disease on a global scale, has prompted researchers to explore innovative treatment approaches. In this regard, blood flow restriction has emerged as a promising procedure utilized in diverse clinical populations with favorable results including improvements in muscle strength, cardiovascular function, and postoperative recovery. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the efficacy of blood flow restriction in cancer survivors. METHODS An investigation was carried out using various databases until February 2023: PubMed, Scientific Electronic Library Online, Physiotherapy Evidence Database, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Plus, SPORTDiscus, Physiotherapy and Podiatry of the Complutense University of Madrid, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Research Library, Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Literature Complete Journal Storage, and the gray literature. To assess the methodological quality of the studies, the PEDro scale was utilized, and the Cochrane Collaboration tool was employed to evaluate the risk of bias. RESULTS Five articles found that blood flow restriction was beneficial in improving several factors, including quality of life, physical function, strength, and lean mass, and in reducing postoperative complications and the length of hospital stay. CONCLUSION Blood flow restriction can be a viable and effective treatment option. It is important to note that the caution with which one should interpret these results is due to the restricted quantity of articles and significant variation, and future research should concentrate on tailoring the application to individual patients, optimizing load progression, ensuring long-term follow-up, and enhancing the methodological rigor of studies, such as implementing sample blinding.
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- Maria Jesus Vinolo-Gil
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain; (M.R.-H.); (F.J.M.-V.)
- Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation of Cádiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Cadiz, Grupo PAIDI UCA CTS391, 11003 Cadiz, Spain;
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain; (M.-J.E.-P.); (J.-M.P.-B.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain; (M.-J.E.-P.); (J.-M.P.-B.)
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain; (M.R.-H.); (F.J.M.-V.)
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Cózar-Bernal F, Góngora-Rodríguez J, Ayala-Martínez C, Martín-Vega FJ, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Rodríguez-Huguet M. Intestinal Obstruction for Anisakiasis: Surgical and Physical Therapy Treatment. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4470. [PMID: 37445505 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12134470] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/02/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Anisakiasis, a zoonotic disease that can lead to small intestine obstruction, has seen a significant rise in Spain. The country has become the first in Europe with an annual incidence of 8000 cases, primarily due to the popularity of consuming exotic dishes of undercooked or raw fish and the impact of climate change. The clinical presentation of anisakiasis can mimic symptoms of acute appendicitis or intestinal obstruction, leading to potential misdiagnosis. This case report describes a 37-year-old patient with no significant medical history who presented abdominal distension and intense pain in the right lower quadrant. The patient underwent surgery and received physiotherapy treatment, including therapeutic exercises and pulsed-pressure myofascial vacuum therapy, to facilitate functional recovery. The increasing incidence of anisakiasis in Spain underscores the need to consider it in the differential diagnosis of digestive diseases, given the high consumption of poorly prepared or raw fish in the region.
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- Fernando Cózar-Bernal
- Servicio de Cirugía Torácica, Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, 41009 Sevilla, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain
- Department of Physiotherapy, Osuna School University, University of Sevilla, 41640 Sevilla, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
- Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
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Martin-Vega FJ, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Gonzalez-Medina G, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Carmona-Barrientos I, García-Muñoz C. Use of Iontophoresis with Corticosteroid in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2023; 20:4287. [PMID: 36901312 PMCID: PMC10001463 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054287] [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] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 02/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Carpal tunnel syndrome is a neuropathy that affects the median nerve. The aim of this review is to synthesize the evidence and perform a meta-analysis on the effects of iontophoresis in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. METHODS The search was carried out using PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, CINHAL Complete, Physiotherapy Evidence Database, and SciELO. The methodological quality was evaluated using PEDro. A standardized or mean difference meta-analysis (Hedge's g) using a random-effects model was calculated. RESULTS Seven randomized clinical trials using iontophoresis for electrophysiological, pain, and functional outcomes were included. The mean of PEDro was 7/10. No statistical differences were obtained for the median sensory nerve conduction velocity (SMD = -0.89; p = 0.27) or latency (SMD = -0.04; p = 0.81), motor nerve conduction velocity (SMD = -0.04; p = 0.88) or latency (SMD = -0.01; p = 0.78), pain intensity (MD = 0.34; p = 0.59), handgrip strength (MD = -0.97; p = 0.09), or pinch strength (SMD = -2.05; p = 0.06). Iontophoresis only seemed to be superior in sensory amplitude (SMD = 0.53; p = 0.01). CONCLUSIONS Iontophoresis did not obtain an enhanced improvement compared to other interventions, but no clear recommendations could be made due to the limited number of included studies and the heterogeneity found in the assessment and intervention protocols. Further research is needed to draw sound conclusions.
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
- Research Unit, Department Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Research Unit, Department Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- CTS-986 Physical Therapy and Health (FISA), University Institute of Research in Social Sustainable Development (INDESS), 11009 Cadiz, Spain
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Sanchez-Andrades MJ, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Casuso-Holgado MJ, Barón-López J, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Martín-Valero R. Measurement Properties of Self-Report Questionnaires for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Commonly Used Instruments. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2023; 20:3310. [PMID: 36834005 PMCID: PMC9959245 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20043310] [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] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 02/11/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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(1) Background: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative disease. There is no evidence on the analysis of the measurement instruments available to assess quality of life in these patients, following the consensus-based standards for the selection of health measurement instruments (COSMIN) checklist; (2) Methods: A systematic review was performed in PubMed, Embase, PEDro, Web of Science and Cochrane. The psychometric properties of the questionnaires were determined by using the COSMIN checklist. Two searches were carried out. This systematic review was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42021249005); (3) Results: There were four published articles that analysed the measurement properties in patients with ALS for the following scales: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Assessment Questionnaire 40, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire, Short Form 36 Healthy Survey, Epworth Sleepiness Scale and Sickness Impact Profile. Another five scales also met the inclusion criteria: ALS-Depression-Inventory, State Trait Anxiety-Inventory, World Health Organization Quality of Life, Schedule for the Evaluation of Individual Quality of Life, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Assessment Questionnaire 5. Most Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) present a low-quality synthesis of evidence. It was observed an excellent pooled reliability of 0.92 (95% Confidence Interval: 0.83-0.96, I2 = 87.3%) for four dimensions for questionnaires ALSAQ-40. (4) Conclusions: There is little evidence on generic instruments. Future studies are necessary to develop new tools.
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- Maria Jose Sanchez-Andrades
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, Ampliacion de Campus de Teatinos, University of Malaga, C/Arquitecto Francisco Peñalosa 3, 29071 Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- CMU Rehabilitation Intercentres-Interlevels Puerto Real and Cadiz Hospitals, Cádiz-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, University of Seville, 41009 Seville, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, Ampliacion de Campus de Teatinos, University of Malaga, C/Arquitecto Francisco Peñalosa 3, 29071 Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, Ampliacion de Campus de Teatinos, University of Malaga, C/Arquitecto Francisco Peñalosa 3, 29071 Malaga, Spain
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Vinolo-Gil MJ, García-Campanario I, Lagares-Franco C, Gonzalez-Medina G, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Martín-Vega FJ. Satisfaction Level and Performance of Physiotherapy Students in the Knowledge of Musculoskeletal Disorders through Nearpod: Preliminary Reports. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 20:99. [PMID: 36612421 PMCID: PMC9819848 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010099] [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] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Physiotherapists are at high risk for musculoskeletal disorders. There is a need in academia to address workers' health issues at the time of graduation. Nearpod is an educational application founded on a web-based learning tool. In the field of Health Sciences, the use of Nearpod has been scarce. The objective of this study was to determine the level of satisfaction with using this interactive tool and to assess the influence of using Nearpod in class on students' performance while dealing with the topic of musculoskeletal disorders in third-year Degree in Physiotherapy students during the 2021-2022 academic year. The participants were students at the University of Cadiz. They were randomly divided into two groups, a control group using a PowerPoint presentation and an experimental group using the interactive Nearpod application. The experimental group took two surveys to determine their satisfaction with the method used. Students also took a multiple-choice test to assess the knowledge acquired. In the surveys, a high percentage of satisfaction was obtained (97.62% and 99.39%). There were no significant differences in the scores obtained by the two groups, although there were significant differences in response time in favor of the experimental group (p = 0.022). Although studies should be carried out with larger samples and on different subjects, it seems that Nearpod is a tool with great potential for teaching the study of musculoskeletal disorders.
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- Maria Jesus Vinolo-Gil
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Research Unit, Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
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- INiBICA Group CO15 Population and Health: Determinants and Interventions, PAIDI UCA Group: CTS553, Department of Statistics and Operations Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Cadiz, 11510 Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Research Unit, Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- CTS-986 Physical Therapy and Health (FISA), University Institute of Research in Social Sustainable Development (INDESS), 11009 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
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Vinolo-Gil MJ, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Martin-Vega FJ, Garcia-Munoz C, Lagares-Franco C, Garcia-Campanario I. Effectiveness of Blood Flow Restriction in Neurological Disorders: A Systematic Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10122407. [PMID: 36553931 PMCID: PMC9778162 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10122407] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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There is scientific evidence that Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) is beneficial in healthy people, the elderly and patients with musculoskeletal disorders. A systematic review was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of BFR in patients with neurological disorders. The literature search was conducted up until July 2022 in the following databases: PubMed, Web of Science (WOS), Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro), LILACS, Scopus, Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Literature Complete (CINAHL), the Cochrane Library and Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO). The PEDro scale was used to analyze the methodological quality of the studies, and the Cochrane Collaboration's tool was employed to evaluate the risk of bias. A total of seven articles were included. BFR seems to be beneficial in neurological disorders. Improvements have been found in sensorimotor function, frequency and step length symmetry, perceived exertion, heart rate and gait speed, walking endurance, fatigue, quality of life, muscles thickness, gluteus density and muscle edema. No improvements were found in lower limb strength or balance. However, results must be taken with caution due to the small number of articles and to the large heterogeneity. More clinical trials are needed. These studies should homogenize the protocols used in larger samples, as well as improve their methodological quality.
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Affiliation(s)
- Maria Jesus Vinolo-Gil
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation of Cádiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Statistics and Operations Research, University of Cadiz, 11510 Cadiz, Spain
- PAIDI UCA Group: CTS553, INiBICA Group CO15 Population and Health, Determinants and Interventions, Faculty of Medicine, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
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González Garrido MDP, Garcia-Munoz C, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Martin-Vega FJ, Gonzalez-Medina G, Vinolo-Gil MJ. Effectiveness of Myofunctional Therapy in Ankyloglossia: A Systematic Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 19:12347. [PMID: 36231647 PMCID: PMC9566693 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191912347] [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] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 09/16/2022] [Accepted: 09/17/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Ankyloglossia is a pathology of the tongue in which the frenulum appears anchored to the floor of the mouth. The treatment of choice for this pathology is frenectomy, but myofunctional therapy is emerging in recent years as a complement to surgical intervention. This systematic review aims to synthesize the scientific evidence and assess its quality regarding the use of myofunctional therapy in ankyloglossia. The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Physiotherapy Evidence Database, Pubmed, Web of Science and Scopus were searched. Study quality was determined using the PEDro scale, STROBE statement and single-case experimental design scale. Eleven studies were selected. Based on the studies included in this review, surgery is more effective than myofunctional therapy, although better results are achieved if both are combined. Improvements have been found in maternal pain, weight gain of babies, duration of breastfeeding, tongue mobility, strength and endurance, sleep apnea, mouth breathing and snoring, quality of life, clenching teeth, myofascial tension, pain after surgery and speech sound production. These findings must be taken with caution because of the small number of articles and their quality. Future clinical trials using larger sample sizes and with higher methodological quality are needed.
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
- Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
- CTS-986 Physical Therapy and Health (FISA), University Institute of Research in Social Sustainable Development (INDESS), 11003 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
- Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cadiz (INiBICA), Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, University of Cadiz, 11003 Cadiz, Spain
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Martin-Vega FJ, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Perez-Cabezas V, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Garcia-Munoz C, Gonzalez Medina G. Use of Sonophoresis with Corticosteroids in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12071160. [PMID: 35887657 PMCID: PMC9325114 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12071160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 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: 06/23/2022] [Revised: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a neuropathic disease. It is one of the most frequent musculoskeletal pathologies affecting the upper limbs. One of most frequently used non-surgical treatments is corticosteorids. There are several alternatives for corticosteroids administration. One of them is phonophoresis, this being an effective and painless method of treatment. A systematic review and meta-analysis have been conducted over the use of phonophoresis with corticosteroids for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome compared to other non-surgical treatment methods. Keywords from Medical Subjects Headings (MeSH) were used in the following databases: Wos, Scopus, CINHAL, SciELO and PeDro. A total of 222 potentially relevant articles were retrieved. Eleven articles analysing the efficacy of phonophoresis with corticosteroids in reducing pain symptoms in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome were included, 10 of which were used to conduct the meta-analysis. A conclusion could not be reached as to the application of phonophoresis with corticosteroids being better than other treatment methods, except for the perception of pain and an improved motor and sensory nerve conduction in cases of mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome.
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- Francisco Javier Martin-Vega
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (F.J.M.-V.); (V.P.-C.); (M.R.-H.); (C.G.-M.); (G.G.M.)
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (F.J.M.-V.); (V.P.-C.); (M.R.-H.); (C.G.-M.); (G.G.M.)
- Rehabilitation Clinical Management Unit, Interlevels-Intercenters Hospital Puerta del Mar, Hospital Puerto Real, Cadiz Bay-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (F.J.M.-V.); (V.P.-C.); (M.R.-H.); (C.G.-M.); (G.G.M.)
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (F.J.M.-V.); (V.P.-C.); (M.R.-H.); (C.G.-M.); (G.G.M.)
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (F.J.M.-V.); (V.P.-C.); (M.R.-H.); (C.G.-M.); (G.G.M.)
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (F.J.M.-V.); (V.P.-C.); (M.R.-H.); (C.G.-M.); (G.G.M.)
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Vinolo-Gil MJ, Góngora-Rodríguez J. Dry Needling in Physical Therapy Treatment of Chronic Neck Pain: Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11092370. [PMID: 35566496 PMCID: PMC9105967 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11092370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 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: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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Chronic Neck Pain (CNP) is one of the main causes of disability worldwide, and it is necessary to promote new strategies of therapeutic approach in the treatment of chronic pain. Dry needling (DN) is defined as an invasive physiotherapy technique used in the treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders. The purpose of this review was to assess the effectiveness of invasive techniques in treatment of CNP. The search focused on randomized clinical trials, and according to the selection criteria, eight studies were obtained. In conclusion, DN can be an effective treatment option for CNP, positive outcomes were achieved in the short-term and in the follow-up performed between three and six months, and this technique may offer better outcomes than a placebo intervention based on the application of simulated DN.
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- Manuel Rodríguez-Huguet
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain;
- Clinical Management Unit Rehabilitation, University Hospital of Puerta del Mar, 11009 Cádiz, Spain
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Osuna School University, University of Sevilla, 41640 Sevilla, Spain;
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Borrego-Sánchez A, Vinolo-Gil MJ, de-la-Casa-Almeida M, Rodríguez-Huguet M, Casuso-Holgado MJ, Martín-Valero R. Effects of Training on Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Triathletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2021; 18:ijerph182413332. [PMID: 34948941 PMCID: PMC8703306 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph182413332] [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] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Revised: 12/13/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Triathlon is an aerobic sport, which is commonly measured by maximal aerobic consumption (VO2max). Objective: to analyze the changes produced in cardiorespiratory and physiological measurements during practice, which determine triathletes’ performance level. A systematic review and a meta-analysis based on PRISMA protocol and registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020189076) was conducted. The research was performed using PubMed, SPORTDiscus, Embase, Dialnet, Web of Science (WOS) and MEDLINE databases during February and March 2020. Studies that measured cardiorespiratory variables in triathletes published in the last 10 years were included. Results: 713 articles were identified, with 25 studies selected for the systematic review and five articles for the meta-analysis. These articles concluded that the main cardiorespiratory variables that determine triathletes’ performance were modified depending on the triathlon segment performed and the athletes’ sex and age. The meta-analysis showed no conclusive results related to the effects of changes in VO2max in triathletes’ performance [SMD = −0.21; 95%CI: (−0.84 to 0.43)]. Conclusions: cardiorespiratory fitness, in terms of VO2max and ventilatory thresholds, is the strongest predictor of performance in triathlon. This response may be affected depending on the triathlon segment performed and the athlete’s age or sex, leading to both physiological and biomechanical alterations that affect competition performance.
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- Alicia Borrego-Sánchez
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, Ampliacion de Campus de Teatinos, University of Malaga, C/Arquitecto Francisco Peñalosa 3, 29071 Malaga, Spain;
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (M.J.V.-G.); (M.R.-H.)
- CMU Rehabilitation Intercentres-Interlevels Puerto Real and Cadiz Hospitals, Cádiz-La Janda Health District, 11006 Cadiz, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, University of Seville, 41009 Seville, Spain; (M.d.-l.-C.-A.); (M.J.C.-H.)
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- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, 11009 Cadiz, Spain; (M.J.V.-G.); (M.R.-H.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, University of Seville, 41009 Seville, Spain; (M.d.-l.-C.-A.); (M.J.C.-H.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Science, Ampliacion de Campus de Teatinos, University of Malaga, C/Arquitecto Francisco Peñalosa 3, 29071 Malaga, Spain;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-951952858
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Góngora-Rodríguez J, Lomas-Vega R, Martín-Valero R, Díaz-Fernández Á, Obrero-Gaitán E, Ibáñez-Vera AJ, Rodríguez-Almagro D. Percutaneous Electrolysis in the Treatment of Lateral Epicondylalgia: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9072068. [PMID: 32630241 PMCID: PMC7408752 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9072068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [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: 05/18/2020] [Revised: 06/22/2020] [Accepted: 06/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Few studies have considered the effects of percutaneous electrolysis (PE) in the treatment of lateral epicondylalgia (LE). For this reason, the objective of this study was to compare the effects of PE with an evidence-based approach—trigger point dry needling (TDN)—in patients with LE. A randomized controlled trial was conducted in which 32 participants with LE were randomly assigned to two treatment groups, the PE group (n = 16) and the TDN group (n = 16). Both groups received four therapy sessions and an eccentric exercise program to be performed daily. The numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), pressure pain thresholds (PPT), quality of life, and range of motion were measured before treatment, at the end of treatment, and at one- and three-month follow-ups. Significant between-group mean differences were found after treatment for NPRS (p < 0.001) and flexion movement (p = 0.006). At one-month follow-up, significant mean differences between groups were found for NPRS (p < 0.001), PPT (p = 0.021), and flexion (p = 0.036). At three-months follow-up, significant mean differences between groups were found for NPRS (p < 0.001), PPT (p = 0.004), and flexion (p = 0.003). This study provides evidence that PE could be more effective than TDN for short- and medium-term improvement of pain and PPTs in LE when added to an eccentric exercise program.
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- Manuel Rodríguez-Huguet
- Department of Nursery and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain;
- Hospital de La Línea de la Concepción, 11300 Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (R.L.-V.); (Á.D.-F.); (E.O.-G.); (D.R.-A.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Málaga, 29071 Málaga, Spain;
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (R.L.-V.); (Á.D.-F.); (E.O.-G.); (D.R.-A.)
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (R.L.-V.); (Á.D.-F.); (E.O.-G.); (D.R.-A.)
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (R.L.-V.); (Á.D.-F.); (E.O.-G.); (D.R.-A.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-953-213-519
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain; (R.L.-V.); (Á.D.-F.); (E.O.-G.); (D.R.-A.)
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Góngora-Rodríguez J, Rodríguez-Huguet P, Ibañez-Vera AJ, Rodríguez-Almagro D, Martín-Valero R, Díaz-Fernández Á, Lomas-Vega R. Effectiveness of Percutaneous Electrolysis in Supraspinatus Tendinopathy: A Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9061837. [PMID: 32545583 PMCID: PMC7356532 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9061837] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2020] [Revised: 06/07/2020] [Accepted: 06/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Supraspinatus tendinopathy is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain. Many studies support conservative treatments such as exercise, trigger point dry needling or corticosteroid injections. Otherwise, a minimally invasive approach with percutaneous electrolysis (PE) has also been used successfully in shoulder pain, although evidence about its long-term effects is scarce. The aim of this trial was to determine the effects of PE on supraspinatus tendinopathy compared with trigger point dry needling (TDN). Thirty-six patients with supraspinatus tendinopathy were randomly assigned to either a PE group (n = 18) or a TDN group (n = 18). Both groups also performed eccentric exercises. The main outcome to be measured was the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), but the shoulder range of motion (ROM) and trigger point pressure pain threshold (PPT) were also considered. A one-year follow-up was conducted. Significant differences favoring the PE group were found regarding pain at one-year follow-up (p = 0.002). The improvement achieved in the PE group was greater in the NPRS (p < 0.001), proximal PPT, middle PPT, distal PPT (all p < 0.001) and ranges of movement. PE seems to be more effective than TDN in relieving pain and improving ROM and PPT supraspinatus values in patients with supraspinatus tendinopathy, both right after treatment and at one-year follow-up.
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- Manuel Rodríguez-Huguet
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain;
- Hospital de La Línea de la Concepción, 11300 Cádiz, Spain
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- Andalusian Regional Public Health Service Hospital of Jerez de la Frontera, 11407 Cadiz, Spain;
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaen, Spain; (D.R.-A.); (Á.D.-F.); (R.L.-V.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-953-213519
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaen, Spain; (D.R.-A.); (Á.D.-F.); (R.L.-V.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Málaga, 29071 Málaga, Spain;
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaen, Spain; (D.R.-A.); (Á.D.-F.); (R.L.-V.)
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaen, Spain; (D.R.-A.); (Á.D.-F.); (R.L.-V.)
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Rodríguez-Huguet P, Lomas-Vega R, Ibáñez-Vera AJ, Rodríguez-Almagro D. Vacuum myofascial therapy device for non-specific neck pain. A single blind randomized clinical trial. Complement Ther Med 2020; 52:102449. [PMID: 32951712 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102449] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2020] [Revised: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of a vacuum myofascial therapy device (VT) for improving pressure pain thresholds (PPTs), range of motion (ROM), neck pain-related disability, pain, and quality of life in patients with non-specific neck pain. METHODS A randomized controlled trial in which thirty-eight participants with non-specific neck pain (NP) were randomly assigned to either an experimental (VT) or a comparison physical therapy program (PTP) group. The VT group (n = 19) received five sessions of treatment with a vacuum myofascial therapy device while the PTP group (n = 19) received five sessions of massage, ultrasound therapy (US), and transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS) over two weeks. The outcome measures were the numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), range of motion, quality of life (SF-12), neck disability Index (NDI), and PPTs at the end of treatment and at one-month follow-up. RESULTS Although both groups experienced improvements in pain, neck disability, range of motion, and pressure pain, these only were statistically significant in the VT group. At one-month follow-up, the VT group still showed improvements in pain, neck disability, and range of motion. DISCUSSION Vacuum myofascial therapy applied with a device offers similar results to other vacuum-based techniques such as cupping therapy. Moreover, in this device the parameters are digitally controlled, which allows for the precise reproduction of treatment.
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- Manuel Rodríguez-Huguet
- Department of Nursing and Physical Therapy. University of Cádiz. Avenida Ana de Viya, 52. 11009, Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery. Jerez de la Frontera Hospital. Ronda de Circunvalación. 11407, Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Paraje Las Lagunillas s/n. 23071, Jaén, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Paraje Las Lagunillas s/n. 23071, Jaén, Spain
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Rodríguez-Huguet M, Rodríguez-Almagro D, Rodríguez-Huguet P, Martín-Valero R, Lomas-Vega R. Treatment of Neck Pain With Myofascial Therapies: A Single Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2020; 43:160-170. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2019.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2018] [Revised: 12/14/2019] [Accepted: 12/19/2019] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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