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OBJECTIVE: To investigate the association of a novel post-match muscle pain map, named Muscle Pain Code (MPC), with the risk of subsequent time-loss muscle injury in a cohort of professional football (soccer) players. METHODS: The MPC classifies pain in four codes: code 0, 'no pain;' code 1, 'generalized muscle pain;' code 2, 'diffused site muscle pain;' and code 3, 'specific site muscle pain.' Over four consecutive seasons, MPC was collected on the second post-match day and players were followed for occurrence of time-loss muscle injury over the next five days. Players exposed to at least 45 minutes in two consecutive matches within seven days were included as cases for analysis. RESULTS: Eighty players participated in the study. Of 1,656 cases analyzed, 229 resulted in time-loss muscle injuries. Only 2% of cases with codes 0 and 1 resulted in time-loss muscle injuries. Conversely, 63% and 78% of codes 2 and 3 were followed by time-loss muscle injuries, respectively. Compared with the reference scenario (i.e. code 0 on MPC), the risk of subsequent time-loss muscle injury was significantly higher when players recorded code 2 (odds ratio, 4.29; 95%CI, 3.62 to 4.96) or code 3 (odds ratio, 5.01; 95%CI, 4.05 to 5.98) on MPC, but not when they recorded code 1 (odds ratio = -0.27; 95%CI, 1.05 to 0.56). CONCLUSIONS: Players experiencing well-outlined pain area on the second post-match day were more likely to incur a time-loss muscle injury in the subsequent days compared to those experiencing spreading pain or no pain.
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We aimed to validate the CMPS-SF according to COSMIN and GRADE guidelines. Four trained evaluators assessed 208 videos (pre-operative-M1, peak of pain-M2, 1 h after the peak of pain and analgesia (rescue)-M3, and 24 h post-extubation-M4) of 52 dogs, divided into negative controls (n = 10), soft tissue surgeries (n = 22), and orthopedic surgeries (n = 20). The videos were randomized and blinded as to when they were filmed, and were evaluated in two stages, 21 days apart. According to confirmatory analysis, the CMPS-SF is a unidimensional scale. Intra-observer reliability was between 0.80 and 0.99 and inter-observer reliability between 0.73 and 0.86. Criterion validity was confirmed by the correlation between the CMPS-SF and other unidimensional scales (≥0.7). The differences between the scores were M2 ≥ M3 > M4 > M1 (responsiveness), and the scale presented construct validity (higher postoperative pain scores in dogs undergoing surgery versus control). Internal consistency was 0.7 (Cronbach's α) and 0.77 (McDonald's ω), and the item-total correlation was between 0.3 and 0.7, except for "A(ii)-Attention to wound". Specificity and sensitivity were 78-87% and 74-83%, respectively. The cut-off point for rescue analgesia was ≥5 or ≥4 excluding item B(iii) mobility, and the GRADE classification was high, confirming the validity of the scale.
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BACKGROUND: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD) encompass a range of conditions affecting muscles, tendons, and nerves. Visual diagrams are widely used to identify symptoms and to generate musculoskeletal discomfort metrics. However, there is no consensus on the number of discomfort dimensions that can originate from self-reported musculoskeletal symptoms by individuals. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to test the fit of WMSD symptom models from workers in two samples of different sizes. METHODS: A combination of Full-Information Item Factor Analysis (FIFA) and Item Response Theory (IRT) was utilized to analyze and test the models. The study was conducted in two samples of workers (n1â=â6944 and n2â=â420) who had their symptoms identified with the aid of a human body diagram. An analysis was conducted considering each sample's unidimensional and three multidimensional models. RESULTS: The unidimensional model (general musculoskeletal discomfort), bi-dimensional model (discomfort in upper and lower body), and tridimensional model (discomfort in the upper limbs, lower limbs, and trunk) showed good values of factor loading and communalities, along with satisfactory item discrimination ability. Regardless of sample size, parameter estimation for IRT and FIFA proceeded without issues, presenting suitable fit parameters. CONCLUSION: Three models were valid and reliable for more extensive and smaller samples. However, the tridimensional model was best for generating discomfort scores in body regions. Companies and safety professionals can use these findings to devise strategies to mitigate musculoskeletal pains based on perceived symptom locations.
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Enfermedades Musculoesqueléticas , Enfermedades Profesionales , Autoinforme , Humanos , Enfermedades Musculoesqueléticas/etiología , Masculino , Adulto , Femenino , Enfermedades Profesionales/diagnóstico , Encuestas y Cuestionarios , Persona de Mediana Edad , Análisis Factorial , Reproducibilidad de los ResultadosRESUMEN
OBJECTIVE: To analyze the effects of using foam roller on pain intensity in individuals with chronic and acute musculoskeletal pain. METHODS: This systematic review was registered in the National Institute for Health Research's prospective online registry of systematic reviews (PROSPERO) under CRD42023456841. The databases Pubmed, Medline (via Ovid), Embase, BVS, and PEDro (Physiotherapy Evidence Database) were consulted to carry out this systematic review. Notably, the records of clinical trials characterized as eligible were manually searched. The search terms were: (foam rolling OR foam rolling vibration) AND (acute musculoskeletal pain) AND (chronic musculoskeletal pain). The search was performed until August 22, 2023. For the analysis of the methodological quality, the PEDro scale was used for each of the manuscripts included in the systematic review. Due to the heterogeneity in the studies included in this systematic review, performing a meta-analysis of the analyzed variables was impossible. RESULTS: Only six manuscripts were eligible for data analysis. The type of FR used was non-vibrational, being applied by a therapist in only one of the manuscripts. With an application time ranging from at least 45 s to 15 min, the non-vibrational FR was applied within a day up to six weeks. Using the PEDro scale, scores were assigned that varied between 4 and 8 points, with an average of 6 ± 1.29 points. Only two randomized clinical trials found a significant benefit in pain intensity of adding FR associated with a therapeutic exercise protocol in individuals with patellofemoral pain syndrome and chronic neck pain. CONCLUSION: The results of this systematic review do not elucidate or reinforce the clinical use of FR in pain intensity in individuals with chronic and acute musculoskeletal pain.
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Dolor Agudo , Dolor Crónico , Dolor Musculoesquelético , Dimensión del Dolor , Humanos , Dolor Agudo/terapia , Dolor Agudo/diagnóstico , Dolor Crónico/terapia , Dolor Crónico/diagnóstico , Dolor Musculoesquelético/terapia , Dolor Musculoesquelético/diagnóstico , Manejo del Dolor/métodos , Modalidades de Fisioterapia , Ensayos Clínicos Controlados Aleatorios como Asunto/métodos , Resultado del Tratamiento , Vibración/uso terapéuticoRESUMEN
PURPOSE: To examine the effectiveness of wrist orthoses in reducing pain in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The searches were carried out in the CINAHL, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Regional Portal of the Virtual Health Library, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases on 18 February 2021, and updated on 16 February 2023. Four independent evaluators performed the steps for inclusion of studies following the recommendations of the PRISMA and methods of the Cochrane Handbook for systematic review. RESULTS: Three randomized clinical trials, two quasi-randomized clinical trials and one cohort study met the inclusion criteria. The visual analogue scale and numeric analog scale were used as a tool to assess pain outcome. The treatment period ranged from 2 weeks to 3 months. The period of use varied between nighttime only, and nighttime plus daytime. Most orthoses promoted a statistically significant reduction in intensity pain at night, at rest or during activities. Only one study carried out follow-up after the end of treatment and showed that pain reduction was maintained up to 6 months after treatment. CONCLUSIONS: The findings suggest that the isolated use of orthoses were effective in reducing pain in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome.
Orthoses are effective in reducing pain in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome.Orthoses can be used nighttime or nighttime plus daytime according to the necessity.Prefabricated orthosis may represent lower cost and greater accessibility.Pain reduction can be maintained up to 6 months after the end of treatment.
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RESUMEN El dolor se define como una experiencia sensorial y emocional desagradable que se asocia con el daño. Es un fenómeno multifactorial y subjetivo que presenta una incidencia de hasta el 60 % en los pacientes críticos y que puede ocasionar consecuencias negativas a nivel cardiovascular, respiratorio, digestivo, muscular, hematológico y psicológico. El estándar de oro para la evaluación del dolor es el reporte del paciente, quien puede indicar la presencia de dolor respondiendo a la pregunta simple «¿Tenés/tiene dolor?¼ o expresar la intensidad mediante la escala numérica del dolor (NRS, por sus siglas en inglés). El paciente capaz de comunicarse puede brindar también información sobre otras características del dolor. En pacientes que no pueden comunicarse pero pueden manifestar respuesta a estímulos, es apropiado utilizar escalas conductuales, las cuales se basan en observar la presencia de comportamientos asociados al dolor. El objetivo del presente paso a paso es describir la evaluación del dolor en pacientes adultos críticos.
ABSTRACT Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with damage. It is a multifactorial and subjective phenomenon with an incidence of up to 60 % in critically ill patients, which may lead to negative consequences at cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, muscular, hematological, and psychological levels. The gold standard for pain assessment is the patient's report, who can indicate the presence of pain by answering the simple question «Do you have pain?¼ or express its intensity using the numeric pain rating scale (NRS). Patients who can communicate may also provide information regarding other characteristics of pain. In patients unable to communicate but capable of responding to stimuli, it is appropriate to use behavioral scales, which are based on observing the presence of behaviors associated with pain. The objective of this study is to describe the pain assessment in critically ill adult patients.
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Resumo Objetivos Realizar o cognitive debriefing e testar a fidedignidade do Non-Communicative Patient's Pain Instrument (NOPPAIN). Métodos Estudo metodológico de verificação do NOPPAIN (versão brasileira) adaptado à cultura brasileira. Cognitive debriefing: participaram 56 profissionais de saúde e cuidadores; sua tarefa foi avaliar e fazer sugestões sobre a equivalência e adequação do NOPPAIN-Br. A versão final, intitulada "NOPPAIN-Versão brasileira" foi submetida a um Comitê de Especialistas (n=8). Foi calculado o Índice de Validade de Conteúdo. Para testar a fidedignidade três observadores aplicaram a nova versão do NOPPAIN em uma amostra (n=171) de pessoas idosas com demência e comunicação prejudicada onde foi calculada a concordância interobservadores - KAPPA. Resultados O NOPPAIN-Br foi alterado em palavras tais como: "não comunicativo", "enfermeiro", "deve fazer" e "paciente". A equivalência da nova versão com o instrumento original foi reforçada (IVC>0,80). A concordância entre observadores foi quase perfeita para a "Lista de Verificação de Atividades I" (Kappa>0,80), "Comportamentos de dor II: Presença" (Kappa>0,80) e "Comportamentos de dor III: Intensidade" (Kappa>0,80; ICCsingle>0,75). Foi observada evidência de alta confiabilidade (ICC single>0,75) para todas subescalas do instrumento e pontuação total. A melhor concordância foi para intensidade geral da dor (ICCsingle 0,97). Conclusão O NOPPAIN-Br é equivalente ao instrumento original e fidedigno, podendo ser disponibilizado para novas pesquisas e avaliação da dor em brasileiros com demência e comunicação prejudicada.
Resumen Objetivos Realizar el cognitive debriefing y verificar la fiabilidad del Non-Communicative Patient's Pain Instrument (NOPPAIN). Métodos Estudio metodológico de verificación del NOPPAIN (versión brasileña) adaptado a la cultura brasileña. Cognitive debriefing: participaron 56 profesionales de la salud y cuidadores, cuya función fue evaluar y realizar sugerencias sobre la equivalencia y la adaptación del NOPPAIN-Br. La versión final, titulada "NOPPAIN-Versión brasileña", fue sometida a un Comité de Especialistas (n=8). Se calculó el Índice de Validez de Contenido. Para verificar la fiabilidad, tres observadores aplicaron la nueva versión del NOPPAIN en una muestra (n=171) de personas mayores con demencia y deterioro de la comunicación, donde se calculó la concordancia entre observadores - KAPPA. Resultados Se modificaron algunas palabras en el NOPPAIN-Br, tales como "no comunicativo", "enfermero", "debe hacer" y "paciente". La equivalencia entre la nueva versión y el instrumento original fue reforzada (IVC>0,80). La concordancia entre observadores fue casi perfecta en la "Lista de verificación de actividades I" (Kappa>0,80), "Comportamientos de dolor II: presencia" (Kappa>0,80) y "Comportamientos de dolor III: intensidad" (Kappa>0,80; ICCsingle>0,75). Se observó evidencia de alta fiabilidad (ICC single>0,75) en todas las subescalas del instrumento y en el puntaje total. La mejor concordancia fue en la intensidad general del dolor (ICCsingle 0,97). Conclusión El NOPPAIN-Br es equivalente al instrumento original y fidedigno y puede ponerse a disposición para nuevos estudios y para la evaluación del dolor en brasileños con demencia y deterioro de la comunicación.
Abstract Objectives To perform cognitive debriefing and test the Non-Communicative Patient's Pain Instrument (NOPPAIN) reliability. Methods This is a methodological study to verify NOPPAIN adapted to the Brazilian culture. Cognitive debriefing: 56 healthcare professionals and caregivers participated; its task was to assess and make suggestions about NOPPAIN-Br equivalence and adequacy. The final version entitled "NOPPAIN-Versão brasileira" was submitted to a committee of experts (n=8). The Content Validity Index was calculated. To test reliability, three observers applied the new version of NOPPAIN to a sample (n=171) of older adults with dementia and impaired communication where interobserver agreement was calculated - KAPPA. Results NOPPAIN-Br was changed in words such as "não comunicativo", "enfermeiro", "deve fazer" and "paciente". The equivalence of the new version with the original instrument was reinforced (CVI>0.80). Interobserver agreement was almost perfect for "Activity Checklist I" (Kappa>0.80), "Pain Behaviors II: Presence" (Kappa>0.80) and "Pain Behaviors III: Intensity" (Kappa>0.80; ICCsingle>0.75). Evidence of high reliability (ICCsingle>0.75) was observed for all subscales of the instrument and total score. The best agreement was for general pain intensity (ICCsingle 0.97). Conclusion NOPPAIN-Br is equivalent to the original and reliable instrument and can be made available for further research and assessment of pain in Brazilians with dementia and impaired communication.
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ABSTRACT: Objective: To compare the use of drugs to control low back pain in the pre- and postoperative periods among patients with Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS) undergoing neuromodulation. Methods: Retrospective observational study analyzing the medical records of patients with FBSS who underwent neuromodulation, followed up in an outpatient clinic from 2018 to 2020. The characteristics of the patients were evaluated: the use of medications, quality of life through the results of the Short Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire (SF-36), and functional capacity using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) in the pre-surgical and post-surgical periods (06 months, 01 year). The criterion for establishing statistical significance was p≤0.05. Results: 56 patients were evaluated. There was a reduction in the use of pain control drugs after the institution of neuromodulation, including in the opioid class (d=0.81). An improvement was also observed in the ODI scores (p<0.001) and all the SF-36 domains (p<0.02) in the postoperative periods investigated. Conclusion: The data suggest that neuromodulation positively impacted back pain by reducing medication use and improving functional capacity and quality of life. Level of Evidence IV; Retrospective, Observational Study.
RESUMO: Objetivo: Comparar o uso de medicamentos para o controle da dor lombar nos períodos pré e pós-operatórios entre pacientes com Síndrome da Falha da Cirurgia na Coluna (FBSS) submetidos à neuromodulação. Métodos: Estudo observacional retrospectivo de análise de prontuários dos pacientes com FBSS submetidos à neuromodulação, acompanhados ambulatorialmente no período de 2018 a 2020. Foram avaliadas as características dos pacientes; o uso de medicamentos; a qualidade de vida através dos resultados do Questionário Short Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire (SF- 36) e a capacidade funcional utilizando o Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) nos períodos pré-cirúrgico e pós-cirúrgicos (06 meses, 01 ano). O critério para estabelecer significância estatística foi valores de p≤0,05. Resultados: Foram avaliados 56 pacientes. Verificou-se redução do uso de medicamentos para o controle da dor após a instituição da neuromodulação, inclusive na classe dos opioides (d=0,81). Observou-se ainda melhora nos escores do ODI (p<0,001) e de todos os domínios do SF-36 (p<0,02) nos períodos pós-operatórios investigados. Conclusão: Os dados sugerem que a neuromodulação teve impacto positivo na dor de coluna em termos de redução no uso de medicamentos, melhora da capacidade funcional e da qualidade de vida. Nível de Evidência IV; Estudo Retrospectivo, Observacional.
RESUMEN: Objetivo: Comparar el uso de fármacos para el control de la lumbalgia en el pre y posoperatorio en pacientes con Síndrome de Cirugía Fallida de Columna (FBSS) sometidos a neuromodulación. Métodos: Estudio observacional retrospectivo analizando las historias clínicas de pacientes con FBSS que se sometieron a neuromodulación, seguidos en consulta externa de 2018 a 2020. Se evaluaron las características de los pacientes; el uso de medicamentos; calidad de vida a través de los resultados del Cuestionario Short Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire (SF-36) y la capacidad funcional mediante el Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) en los períodos prequirúrgico y posquirúrgico (06 meses, 01 año). El criterio para establecer la significación estadística fue p≤0,05. Resultados: se evaluaron 56 pacientes. Hubo una reducción en el uso de medicamentos para el control del dolor después de la institución de la neuromodulación, incluso en la clase de opioides (d = 0,81). También se observó una mejora en las puntuaciones del ODI (p<0,001) y en todos los dominios del SF-36 (p<0,02) en los períodos postoperatorios investigados. Conclusión: Los datos sugieren que la neuromodulación tuvo un impacto positivo en el dolor de espalda en términos de reducción del uso de medicamentos, mejorando la capacidad funcional y la calidad de vida. Nivel de Evidencia IV; Estudio Retrospectivo, Observacional.
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ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the focus of pediatricians' gaze during the heel prick of neonates. Methods: Prospective study in which pediatricians wearing eye tracker glasses evaluated neonatal pain before/after a heel prtick. Pediatricians scored the pain they perceived in the neonate in a verbal analogue numerical scale (0=no pain; 10=maximum pain). The outcomes measured were number and time of visual fixations in upper face, lower face, and hands, in two 10-second periods, before (pre) and after the puncture (post). These outcomes were compared between the periods, and according to pediatricians' pain perception: absent/mild (score: 0-5) and moderate/intense (score: 6-10). Results: 24 pediatricians (31 years old, 92% female) evaluated 24 neonates. The median score attributed to neonatal pain during the heel prick was 7.0 (Interquartile range: 5-8). Compared to pre-, in the post-periods, more pediatricians fixed their gaze on the lower face (63 vs. 92%; p=0.036) and the number of visual fixations was greater on the lower face (2.0 vs. 5.0; p=0.018). There was no difference in the number and time of visual fixations according to the intensity of pain. Conclusions: At bedside, pediatricians change their focus of attention on the neonatal face after a painful procedure, focusing mainly on the lower part of the face.
RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar o foco do olhar do pediatra durante a punção do calcanhar de neonatos. Métodos: Estudo prospectivo no qual pediatras, utilizando óculos de rastreamento visual, avaliaram a dor neonatal antes/depois de uma punção de calcanhar. Os pediatras pontuaram a dor de acordo com a sua percepção por meio de uma escala analógica verbal (0=sem dor; 10=dor máxima). Os desfechos analisados foram o número e o tempo das fixações visuais na face superior, face inferior e mãos, em dois períodos de 10 segundos, antes (PRÉ) e depois da punção (PÓS). Os resultados foram comparados entre os períodos e segundo a percepção da dor do pediatra: ausente/leve (escore: 0-5) e moderada/grave (escore: 6-10). Resultados: Vinte e quatro pediatras (31 anos, 92% sexo feminino) avaliaram 24 neonatos. A mediana do escore atribuído à dor do recém-nascido durante a punção do calcanhar foi 7,0 (intervalo interquartil: 5-8). Comparado ao período PRÉ, no período PÓS, o maior número de pediatras fixou o olhar na face inferior (63 vs. 92%; p=0,036) e o número de fixações visuais foi maior na face inferior (2,0 vs. 5,0; p=0,018). Não houve diferença no número e no tempo das fixações visuais de acordo com a intensidade da dor. Conclusões: À beira do leito, os pediatras mudam seu foco de atenção visual na face do recém-nascido após um procedimento doloroso, focando o olhar principalmente na parte inferior da face.
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Objetivo: Evaluar la usabilidad de un dispositivo para medir el dolor durante el trabajo de parto a través de siete ítems: tamaño, textura, facilidad de uso, peso, resistencia, comodidad y seguridad. Método: Estudio descriptivo. Se solicitó a 60 pacientes usar el sensor manual durante el transcurso de seis contracciones uterinas (aproximadamente 10-20 minutos) y al día siguiente se aplicó una encuesta en la que las pacientes evaluaron la usabilidad del dispositivo en cuanto a textura, peso, resistencia, comodidad, facilidad de uso, tamaño del sensor, seguridad de uso, peso del sensor, resistencia y comodidad, mediante una escala de Likert de 1 a 7. La seguridad fue evaluada con una escala de 1 a 5. Resultados: Se realizaron gráficos de caja. Con respecto a la seguridad, un 86% de las usuarias marcaron 5 puntos en la escala, percibiendo el dispositivo como seguro. Conclusiones: El dispositivo fue percibido como seguro, liviano, fácil de usar y cómodo.
Objective: To evaluate the usability of a device to measure pain during labor through seven items: size, texture, ease of use, weight, resistance, comfort, and safety. Method: Longitudinal observational study. 60 patients were asked to use the manual sensor during the course of six uterine contractions (approximately 10-20 minutes) and the following day a survey was applied where the patients evaluated the usability of the device in terms of texture, weight, resistance, comfort, easiness of use, sensor size, safety of use, sensor weight, resistance and comfort through a Likert scale from 1 to 7. Safety was evaluated with a scale from 1 to 5. Results: They were schematized with a box plot. Regarding safety, 86% of the users scored 5 points on the scale, perceiving the device as safe. Conclusions: It can be seen that the device was perceived as safe, light, easy to use and comfortable.
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Humanos , Femenino , Embarazo , Adolescente , Adulto , Adulto Joven , Dimensión del Dolor/instrumentación , Dolor de Parto/diagnóstico , Trabajo de Parto , Parto Obstétrico , Diseño de EquipoRESUMEN
Introduction. Assessment and management of pain in older adults can be challenging, with persistent pain prevalence ranging from 25% to 80%, especially in long-term care homes (LTCH), where most seniors are unable to verbalize their pain. This article describes the implementation of the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Assessment and Management of Pain (Third Edition) best practice guideline (BPG) in a LTCH in Toronto, Canada. Methodology. Using mixed descriptive study methodology, this 391-bed home housing older adults over 80 years implemented the Pain guideline using the knowledge-to-action framework and audit procedures to evaluate the impact of implementing this guideline. Key implementation activities included educating residents, families, and staff about pain while integrating validated pain screening and assessment tools into practice. A mixed methods approach of qualitative and quantitative data was utilized to monitor improvements in clinical and organizational outcomes. Results. The impact of implementing Pain BPG is: improved utilization of pain assessment and management tools, reduced incidence of worsening pain, improved pain scores and improved resident quality of life. The structured and integrated, evidence-based approaches to pain assessment and management reflected that long-term care residents don't have to live with pain regularly, which leads to a better quality of life and resident/family satisfaction. Discussion. In conjunction with the structured approach of the knowledge-to-action framework and the Pain BPG, the LTCH utilized tailored approaches to meet the needs of their resident population. Recognizing the unique needs of seniors in a residential setting, organizational structural facilitators, and barriers and cultural needs, the LTCH developed multi-modal approaches based on a person and family-centred approach. This evidence-based and resident-focused approach was the key to the successful implementation and subsequent outcomes that were resultant. Conclusion. The systematic implementation of the RNAO pain BPG and the utilization of the knowledge-to-action framework was shown to improve resident outcomes, improve organizational processes and generate staff satisfaction. Participation and engagement of residents, their families and health professionals in the process was one of the greatest facilitators.
Introducción. La evaluación y el tratamiento del dolor en los adultos mayores puede constituir un desafío, con una prevalencia de dolor persistente que oscila entre el 25 al 80%, especialmente en residencias de cuidados a largo plazo (LTCH por sus siglas en inglés), donde la mayoría de los ancianos son incapaces de verbalizar su dolor. Este artículo describe la aplicación de la guía de buenas prácticas (BPG por sus siglas en inglés) de la Asociación de Enfermeras Registradas de Ontario (RNAO por sus siglas en inglés) para la Evaluación y el Tratamiento del Dolor (Tercera Edición) en un centro de cuidados a largo plazo de Toronto, Canadá. Metodología. Utilizando una metodología de estudio descriptivo mixto, esta residencia de 391 camas que alberga a adultos mayores de 80 años implementó la guía sobre el dolor, utilizando el marco de conocimiento a la acción, al igual que procedimientos de auditoría, para evaluar el impacto de la implementación de la guía. Entre las actividades clave de la implementación se incluyeron la educación de los residentes, las familias y el personal sobre el dolor, así como la integración en la práctica de herramientas validadas de detección y evaluación del dolor. Se utilizó un enfoque metodológico mixto de datos cualitativos y cuantitativos para supervisar las mejoras en los resultados clínicos y organizativos. Resultados. El impacto de la implementación de la BPG sobre el dolor es: mejoría de la utilización de las herramientas de evaluación y manejo del dolor, reducción en la incidencia de empeoramiento del dolor, mejoría en puntuaciones del dolor, así como en la calidad de vida de los residentes. Los enfoques estructurados e integrados basados en la evidencia, dirigidos a la evaluación y manejo del dolor reflejaron que los residentes del LTCH no deben vivir con dolor habitualmente, lo que conduce a una mejor calidad de vida y satisfacción del residente y/o familia. Discusión. Junto con el enfoque estructurado del marco del conocimiento a la acción y la BPG del dolor, la residencia de cuidados a largo plazo utilizó enfoques adaptados para satisfacer las necesidades de su población residente. Reconocer las necesidades únicas de los mayores en un entorno residencial, los facilitadores estructurales organizativos y las Este enfoque basado en la evidencia y centrado en el residente fue la clave del éxito de la implantación y de los subsecuentes resultados obtenidos. Conclusiones. Se evidenció que la implantación sistemática de la BPG del dolor de la RNAO y la utilización del marco del conocimiento a la acción mejoraron los resultados de los residentes, los procesos organizativos y generaron mayor satisfacción en el personal. La participación y el compromiso de los residentes, sus familias y los profesionales de salud fue uno de los mayores facilitadores en el proceso.
Introdução. A avaliação e o tratamento da dor em idosos podem ser desafiadores, com a prevalência de dor persistente variando de 25 a 80%, especialmente em hospitais de longa permanência (LTCH por suas siglas em inglês), onde a maioria dos idosos não consegue verbalizar sua dor. Este artigo descreve a aplicação do guia de boas práticas (BPG por suas siglas em inglês) da Associação de Enfermeiras Registradas de Ontário (RNAO por suas siglas em inglês) para Avaliação e Tratamento da Dor (Terceira Edição) em uma instituição de cuidados de longo prazo em Toronto, Canadá. Metodologia. Utilizando uma metodologia de estudo descritiva, essa casa com 391 leitos que acolhe idosos com mais de 80 anos de idade implementou o guía para o manejo da dor, utilizando a estrutura do conhecimento para a ação, bem como procedimentos de auditoria, para avaliar o impacto da implementação do guia. As principais atividades de implementação incluíram a educação dos residentes, famílias e funcionários sobre a dor, bem como a integração na prática de ferramentas validadas de detecção e avaliação da dor. Foi utilizada uma abordagem metodológica mista de dados qualitativos e quantitativos para monitorar melhorias nos resultados clínicos e organizacionais. Resultados. O impacto da implementação do BPG para o manejo da dor é: melhoria na utilização de ferramentas de avaliação e manejo da dor, redução na incidência de piora da dor, melhora nos escores de dor, bem como na qualidade de vida dos residentes. Abordagens estruturadas e integradas baseadas em evidências, destinadas à avaliação e manejo da dor refletiram que os residentes do LTCH não devem conviver rotineiramente com a dor, levando à melhoria da qualidade de vida e à satisfação dos residentes e/ou familiares. Discussão. Juntamente com a abordagem articulada da estrutura do conhecimento para a ação e o BPG para o manejo da dor, a cassa de cuidados de longo prazo utilizou abordagens adaptadas para satisfazer as necesidades da sua população residente. O reconhecimento das necessidades únicas dos idosos num ambiente residencial, dos facilitadores estruturais organizacionais e das barreiras e necessidades culturais, permite que os LTCH desenvolvam abordagens multimodais, centradas na pessoa e na família. Esta abordagem baseada em evidências e centrada no residente foi a chave para o sucesso da implementação e os resultados subsequentes obtidos. Conclusões. Ficou evidente que a implementação sistemática do BPG para o manejo da dor da RNAO e o uso da estrutura do conhecimento para a ação melhoraram os resultados dos residentes e os processos organizacionais, e geraram maior satisfação do pessoal. A participação e o comprometimento dos residentes, seus familiares e profissionais de saúde foi um dos maiores facilitadores do processo.
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Guías de Práctica Clínica como Asunto , Dimensión del Dolor , Anciano Frágil , Cuidados a Largo Plazo , Mejoramiento de la Calidad , Manejo del Dolor , Ciencia de la Implementación , Casas de SaludRESUMEN
Introducción. El dolor es definido por la Asociación Internacional para el Estudio del Dolor (IASP, por su sigla en inglés) como una experiencia sensorial y emocional desagradable. Por tanto, la función que cumple la enfermería en esta quinta constante vital es fundamental. El objetivo de este estudio fue describir el nivel de conocimientos y actitudes de enfermeras profesionales y auxiliares respecto al dolor en una institución asistencial de tercer nivel de atención de Bucaramanga, Colombia. Metodología. Estudio descriptivo de corte transversal, con una muestra conformada por 162 participantes. Se utilizó el cuestionario Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain. Criterios de inclusión: enfermeras profesionales y auxiliares de enfermería con mínimo tres meses en el servicio; criterios de exclusión: estudiantes de enfermería y enfermeras con labores formativas y no clínicas. Resultados. El promedio de edad fue de 31 años, sexo femenino 86.4%, la media de años de experiencia en el servicio fue de 1.54 años. El porcentaje de respuestas correctas de conocimientos fue de 30.7% para enfermeras profesionales y 25.6% para auxiliares. Discusión. Aunque se han realizado a nivel internacional estudios que han evaluado el conocimiento y actitudes del dolor haciendo uso del mismo cuestionario, este estudio es el primero en Colombia que compara enfermeras y auxiliares, evidenciando mejores porcentajes de respuestas correctas y mayor número de preguntas con resultados clasificados como "satisfactorios". Conclusiones. El nivel de conocimientos y actitudes respecto al dolor obtenidos de las enfermeras es mayor que en los auxiliares; sin embargo, se identificaron en ambas poblaciones debilidades específicas en estas áreas.
Introduction. Pain is defined by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience. Therefore, the role of nursing in this fifth vital constant is fundamental. The objective of this study was to describe the level of knowledge and attitudes of professional nurses and nursing assistants regarding pain in a tertiary health care institution in Bucaramanga, Colombia. Methodology. A descriptive cross-sectional study, with a sample of 162 participants. The Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain was used. Inclusion criteria: Professional nurses and assistants with at least three months in service. Exclusion criteria: Nursing students and nurses with formative and non-missional tasks. Results. The average age was 31 years, 86.4% female, and the average number of years of experience in service was 1.54 years. The percentage of correct answers in knowledge was 30.7% for professional nurses and 25.6% for assistants. Discussion. Although some international studies have evaluated knowledge and attitudes regarding pain using the same survey, this study is the first in Colombia that compares nurses and assistants, showing better percentages of correct answers and a greater number of questions with results classified as "satisfactory." Conclusions. The level of knowledge and attitudes regarding pain obtained from the nurses is higher than that of assistants. However, specific weaknesses in these areas were identified in both populations.
Introdução. A dor é definida pela Associação Internacional para o Estudo da Dor (IASP, sigla em inglês) como uma experiencia sensorial e emocional desagradável. Portanto, o papel que a enfermagem desempenha neste quinto sinal vital é fundamental. O objetivo deste estudo foi descrever o nível de conhecimento e atitudes de enfermeiras e auxiliares em relação à dor em uma instituição de atendimento terciário de Bucaramanga, Colômbia. Metodologia. Estudo descritivo, transversal, com uma amostra de 162 participantes. Foi utilizado o questionário Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain. Critérios de inclusão: enfermeiras e auxiliares com no mínimo três meses no serviço. Critérios de exclusão: estudantes de enfermagem e enfermeiras com funções de formação e não missionárias. Resultados. A idade média foi de 31 anos, sexo feminino 86,4%, a média de anos de experiência no serviço foi de 1,54 anos. O percentual de respostas corretas de conhecimento foi de 30,7% para enfermeiras e 25,6% para auxiliares. Discussão. Embora tenham sido realizados estudos internacionais que avaliaram conhecimentos e atitudes sobre a dor usando o mesmo questionário, este estudo é o primeiro na Colômbia que compara enfermeiras e auxiliares, mostrando melhores percentuais de respostas corretas e maior número de perguntas com resultados classificados como "satisfatórios". Conclusões. O nível de conhecimento e atitudes em relação à dor, obtido das enfermeiras é superior ao dos auxiliares. No entanto, foram identificadas fragilidades específicas nestas áreas em ambas as populações.
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Dolor , Dimensión del Dolor , Enfermería , Conocimiento , Manejo del DolorRESUMEN
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: In Intensive Care Units (ICU), patients are exposed to multiple procedures that can be painful, and health professionals are not always aware of the pain in these patients. Inadequate pain assessment and management, in turn, has been associated with several adverse outcomes, including an increased rate of infection, prolonged mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic disturbances, delirium, and compromised immunity. Thus, this study aimed to summarize the scientific evidence about the incidence and impacts of pain in critically ill patients. CONTENTS: A systematic review of observational studies (Pubmed and EMBASE databases) was performed with predetermined eligibility criteria. In the 32 studies included, it was identified that 10.1% to 61% of patients had pain at rest and 27.4% to 94% during procedures. In addition, there was evidence of improvement in patient outcomes after using validated instruments for pain measurement, including decreased length of ICU stay, duration of mechanical ventilation, mortality, delirium, adverse events, and disease severity. CONCLUSION: Through the present study, it was observed that pain is a common phenomenon in ICU and that its identification and management constitute a realistic goal and depend on the evaluation. Furthermore, pain appears to be associated with worse clinical outcomes. Therefore, efforts must be made to provide comprehensive care for critically ill patients, aiming not only at their survival, but also at alleviating their suffering.
RESUMO JUSTIFICATIVA E OBJETIVOS: Nas Unidades de Terapia Intensiva (UTI) os pacientes são expostos a múltiplos procedimentos que podem ser dolorosos, e nem sempre os profissionais de saúde estão alertas para a dor nesses pacientes. A avaliação e o manejo inadequado da dor, por sua vez, têm sido associados a uma série de resultados adversos, incluindo aumento da taxa de infecção, ventilação mecânica prolongada, distúrbios hemodinâmicos, delírio e imunidade comprometida. Dessa forma, este estudo teve como objetivo sumarizar as evidências científicas acerca da incidência e dos impactos da dor em pacientes críticos. CONTEÚDO: Foi realizada uma revisão sistemática de estudos observacionais (bases de dados Pubmed e EMBASE) com critérios de elegibilidade predeterminados. Nos 32 estudos incluídos, foi identificado que de 10,1% a 61% dos pacientes apresentaram dor em repouso, e de 27,4% a 94% apresentaram dor durante os procedimentos. Além disso, houve evidências de melhora nos resultados dos pacientes após o uso de instrumentos validados para a mensuração da dor, incluindo diminuição do tempo de permanência na UTI, duração da ventilação mecânica, mortalidade, delírio, eventos adversos e gravidade da doença. CONCLUSÃO: Através do presente estudo foi observado que a dor representa um fenômeno comum nas UTI e que a sua identificação e manejo constitui uma meta realista e dependente da avaliação. Além disso, a dor parece estar associada a piores desfechos clínicos. Sendo assim, deve-se voltar esforços para o cuidado integral ao paciente crítico, objetivando não só sua sobrevivência, mas também o alívio do seu sofrimento.
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Cryotherapy, a therapeutic technique involving localized cooling of the body, has gained popularity for postsurgical rehabilitation. It induces a reduction in cellular metabolism, vasoconstriction, and pain relief, making it an attractive option for managing postoperative (PO) shoulder pain. This systematic review aimed to assess the effectiveness of cryotherapy in PO shoulder patients, focusing on pain, range of motion, functionality, and temperature changes. The review included six randomized clinical trials, involving a total of 233 patients who underwent various shoulder surgeries. Cryotherapy was applied using different methods, including Cryo/Cuff, Cryoton®, Polar Care 300, and ice packs. Results indicated that cryotherapy was generally effective in reducing PO shoulder pain. However, one study found no significant difference in pain outcomes between the cryotherapy group and control group. Furthermore, three studies demonstrated a decrease in intra-articular and skin temperatures with cryotherapy application. A risk of bias analysis revealed some concerns in the overall risk of bias for five studies, with one study considered to have a high risk of bias. Although publication bias assessment was not conducted due to the limited number of included studies, it was noted that the studies exhibited heterogeneity in terms of population, intervention methods, and outcome measures. In conclusion, cryotherapy appears to be a promising adjunctive treatment for PO shoulder pain, although the existing evidence has some limitations, including small sample sizes and methodological concerns. More high-quality studies are needed to establish the full extent of cryotherapy's effectiveness in PO shoulder rehabilitation, especially regarding its impact on functionality and range of motion.
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OBJECTIVE: The Avoidance of Daily Activities Photo Scale for Patients With Shoulder Pain (ADAP Shoulder Scale) was developed to assess pain-related avoidance behavior during daily activities in people with shoulder pain. However, its measurement properties must be verified according to international guidelines. As such, this study investigated the following 4 measurement properties of the ADAP Shoulder Scale: reliability, measurement errors, convergent validity, and floor and ceiling effects. METHODS: The sample comprised 100 individuals with chronic shoulder pain (43 men and 57 women; mean duration of symptoms of 29.7 [SD = 89.0] months; mean age of 44.9 [SD = 15.9] years). The mean test-retest reliability range was 5 days via the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). Measurement errors included the standard error of measurement and the minimal detectable change. Convergent validity was analyzed by applying the Pearson correlation with the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, Pain Catastrophizing Scale, and Shoulder Pain and Disability Index. RESULTS: The ADAP Shoulder Scale showed excellent test-retest reliability, both in all domains and in the total score [ICC(2,1) = 0.94; 95% CI = 0.92-0.96]. The standard errors of measurement for the free-movement, high-effort, and self-care domains were 8.1%, 6.0%, and 7.6%, respectively. The minimal detectable change for the total score of the ADAP Shoulder Scale was 16.0%. The total score of the ADAP Shoulder Scale was low to moderately correlated with the total scores of the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (r = 0.52), Pain Catastrophizing Scale (r = 0.30), and Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (r = 0.72). No floor or ceiling effects were detected in the total score. CONCLUSION: The ADAP Shoulder Scale is a reliable, valid instrument for assessing avoidance behavior in adults who have chronic shoulder pain and are not athletes. IMPACT: This study provides evidence that the ADAP Shoulder Scale is appropriate for clinical and practical use in people with chronic shoulder pain.
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Dolor de Hombro , Adulto , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Reacción de Prevención , Evaluación de la Discapacidad , Psicometría , Reproducibilidad de los Resultados , Hombro , Dolor de Hombro/diagnóstico , Encuestas y Cuestionarios , Dimensión del DolorRESUMEN
Objective The present study compares the analgesic efficacy of two techniques to perform non-surgical reduction: fracture hematoma block and radial nerve supracondylar block. Methods Forty patients with fractures of the distal third of the radius, who required reduction, were selected in a quasi-randomized clinical trial to receive one of the anesthetic techniques. All patients signed the informed consent form, except for those who did not wish to participate in the study, had neurological injury, had contraindication to the procedure in the emergency room, or with contraindication to the use of lidocaine. To measure analgesia, the numerical pain rate scale was used at four different moments: preblock, postblock, during reduction, and after reduction; then three differences were calculated: the first between before and after blocking; the second between during reduction and after blockade; and the third between before blocking and after reduction. Results The fracture hematoma and supracondylar block groups showed the following mean values, respectively: 3.90 (1-10) and 3.50 (-6-10) in difference 1; 4.35 (-5-10) and 5.00 (-3-10) in difference 2; and 4.65 (1-10) and 3.80 (-3-10) in difference 3. Conclusion Both techniques proved to be efficient for analgesia, with mild superiority of hematoma block, but without statistical significance.
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Abstract Background Although there are several ways to assess pain in dementia, there is still a need for tools with better items to assess the presence of pain intensity in these individuals. Objective To validate to Brazilian version of the "Pain Intensity Measure for Persons with Dementia - PIMD-p. Methods Older adults, all demented with impaired verbal communication and exposed to potentially painful situations, were selected from an outpatient clinic and long-term care facility (LTCF). The PIMD-p was applied independently by 2 researchers (E1 and E2) on the same day. Within 14 days, the instrument was reapplied by one of the 2 researchers (E3). The pain intensity reported by participants' caregivers and LTCF nurses were recorded on a verbal numeric pain scale. For the statistical analysis, Cronbach's Alpha, Spearman's Coefficient and intraclass correlation Index were calculated. Results A total of 50 older individuals were selected (mean age 86 years), majority with musculoskeletal pain. The PIMD-p demonstrated good internal consistency according to Cronbach's α (0.838), excellent intra and interobserver reproducibility (0.927 and 0.970, respectively; p < 0.001), and convergent validity (strong significant correlations between reported pain intensities and pain indicators on the PIMD-p (except for expressive eyes; corr = 0.106 and p = 0.462). A ROC curve was plotted to determine the best cut-off for the PIMD-P, and a score of 7.5 predicted moderate-to-severe pain, with 77.8% sensitivity and 95.7% specificity (p < 0.001). Conclusion The PIMD-p showed satisfactory psychometric properties for measuring intensity of pain in demented older adults with impaired verbal communication.
Resumo Antecedentes Embora existam várias formas de estimar a dor na demência ainda há necessidade de ferramentas com melhores itens para avaliação da presença e intensidade da dor nesses indivíduos. Objetivo Analisar as propriedades psicométricas de uma ferramenta de avaliação da dor em idosos dementados, a "Pain Intensity Measure for Persons with Dementia Portuguese - PIMD-p". Métodos Idosos expostos a situações potencialmente dolorosas, sendo esses dementados e com prejuízo na comunicação verbal, foram selecionados em uma unidade ambulatorial e uma instituição de longa permanência, em São Paulo. A PIMD-p foi aplicada por 2 pesquisadores (E1 e E2), de forma separada, num mesmo dia, e, com intervalo de no máximo 14 dias, essa foi reaplicada por apenas um deles (E3), e ainda, foi obtida a intensidade álgica inferida pelos cuidadores dos idosos participantes. Na análise estatística foram utilizados o Alfa de Cronbach, o Coeficiente de Spearman e o Índice de Correlação Intraclasses. Resultados Selecionada uma amostra de 50 idosos com média de idade de 86 anos, a maioria portadora de demência moderada e de dor de origem musculoesquelética. Apuradas para a PIMD-p uma boa consistência interna, segundo o alfa Cronbach (0,838); excelentes reprodutibilidades intra e interobservador (0,927 e 0,970, respectivamente; p < 0,001); e uma validade convergente, essa última obtida com as fortes e significativas correlações entre as intensidades dolorosas inferidas e os indicadores de dor do instrumento em estudo (exceto para o indicador "olhar expressivo"; corr = 0,106 e p = 0,462). Conclusão A PIMD-p se mostrou ser uma ferramenta com propriedades de medida adequadas para avaliar a presença e intensidade álgicas em idosos com demência e com prejuízo na comunicação verbal.
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Abstract Objective The present study compares the analgesic efficacy of two techniques to perform non-surgical reduction: fracture hematoma block and radial nerve supracondylar block. Methods Forty patients with fractures of the distal third of the radius, who required reduction, were selected in a quasi-randomized clinical trial to receive one of the anesthetic techniques. All patients signed the informed consent form, except for those who did not wish to participate in the study, had neurological injury, had contraindication to the procedure in the emergency room, or with contraindication to the use of lidocaine. To measure analgesia, the numerical pain rate scale was used at four different moments: preblock, postblock, during reduction, and after reduction; then three differences were calculated: the first between before and after blocking; the second between during reduction and after blockade; and the third between before blocking and after reduction. Results The fracture hematoma and supracondylar block groups showed the following mean values, respectively: 3.90 (1-10) and 3.50 (-6-10) in difference 1; 4.35 (-5-10) and 5.00 (-3-10) in difference 2; and 4.65 (1-10) and 3.80 (-3-10) in difference 3. Conclusion Both techniques proved to be efficient for analgesia, with mild superiority of hematoma block, but without statistical significance.
Resumo Objetivo O estudo compara a eficácia analgésica de duas técnicas para realizar redução incruenta: o bloqueio de hematoma da fratura e o bloqueio supracondilar de nervo radial. Métodos Quarenta pacientes com fraturas do terço distal do rádio, que necessitassem redução, foram selecionados em um ensaio clínico quasi-randomizado, para receber uma das técnicas anestésicas. Todos os pacientes assinaram o termo de consentimento ou assentimento, com exceção daqueles que não desejassem participar do estudo, tivessem lesão neurológica, com contraindicação ao procedimento na sala de emergências, ou com contraindicação ao uso da lidocaína. Para aferir a analgesia foi utilizada a escala numérica da dor em quatro momentos distintos: pré-bloqueio, pós-bloqueio, durante a redução e após a redução; em seguida, foram calculadas três diferenças: a primeira entre antes e após o bloqueio; a segunda entre durante a redução e após o bloqueio; e a terceira entre antes do bloqueio e após a redução. Resultados Os grupos do bloqueio de hematoma de fratura e bloqueio supracondilar apresentaram respectivamente os seguintes valores médios: 3.90 (1-10) e 3.50 (-6-10) na diferença 1; 4.35 (-5-10) e 5.00 (-3-10) na diferença 2; e 4.65 (1-10) e 3.80 (-3-10) na diferença 3. Conclusão As duas técnicas se provaram eficientes para analgesia, com discreta superioridade do bloqueio de hematoma, mas sem significância estatística.
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Humanos , Fracturas del Radio , Dimensión del Dolor , Reducción Cerrada , Anestesia Local , Bloqueo NerviosoRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Assessment instruments play an essential role in the management of knee osteoarthritis. This study aimed to verify the clinimetric properties and validate the short version of WOMAC's (SV-WOMAC) knee with two domains, pain (four items) and physical function (eight items) in individuals with knee osteoarthritis (KO). METHODS: Reliability and internal consistency Construct, criterion validity, Ceiling, and floor effects analyses were performed. In addition to the SV-WOMAC, the following instruments were used: the numerical rating scale (NRPS), International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC), the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36), and WOMAC's original version. Spearman's correlation coefficient (rho) was used to determine the magnitude of the correlation between the AFAQ and the other instruments. Moreover, the test-retest reliability and internal consistency were assessed using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and Cronbach's alpha, respectively. In addition, standard error of measurement (SEM) and minimum detectable change (MDC) were calculated. RESULTS: One hundred and thirteen subjects with KO were included for validity analysis, and a subsample of 53 subjects was used for test-retest reliability. Adequate reliability and internal consistency were observed with ICC ≥ 0.76, SEM ≤ 1.85, MDC ≥ 5.1, and Cronbach's alpha ≥ 0.84. Regarding construct validity, correlations greater than 0.50 were observed with the IKDC, NRPS, and functional domains of the SF-36. The SV-WOMAC showed a correlation > 0.70 with the original version and did not show ceiling and floor effects. CONCLUSION: The SV-WOMAC knee has adequate measurement properties to analyze pain and physical function in Brazilian individuals with KO.
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Osteoartritis de la Rodilla , Humanos , Osteoartritis de la Rodilla/diagnóstico , Ontario , Reproducibilidad de los Resultados , Universidades , Dolor , Índice de Severidad de la Enfermedad , Encuestas y CuestionariosRESUMEN
Chronic pain is a frequent and burdensome nonmotor symptom of Parkinson's disease (PD). PD-related chronic pain can be classified as nociceptive, neuropathic, or nociplastic, the former being the most frequent subtype. However, differences in neurophysiologic profiles between these pain subtypes, and their potential prognostic and therapeutic implications have not been explored yet. This is a cross-sectional study on patients with PD (PwP)-related chronic pain (ie, started with or was aggravated by PD). Subjects were assessed for clinical and pain characteristics through questionnaires and underwent quantitative sensory tests and motor corticospinal excitability (CE) evaluations. Data were then compared between individuals with nociceptive and non-nociceptive (ie, neuropathic or nociplastic) pains. Thirty-five patients were included (51.4% male, 55.7 ± 11.0 years old), 20 of which had nociceptive pain. Patients with nociceptive PD-related pain had lower warm detection threshold (WDT, 33.34 ± 1.39 vs 34.34 ± 1.72, P = .019) and mechanical detection threshold (MDT, 2.55 ± 1.54 vs 3.86 ± .97, P = .007) compared to those with non-nociceptive pains. They also presented a higher proportion of low rest motor threshold values than the non-nociceptive pain ones (64.7% vs 26.6%, P = .048). In non-nociceptive pain patients, there was a negative correlation between WDT and non-motor symptoms scores (r = -.612, P = .045) and a positive correlation between MDT and average pain intensity (r = .629, P = .038), along with neuropathic pain symptom scores (r = .604, P = .049). It is possible to conclude that PD-related chronic pain subtypes have distinctive somatosensory and CE profiles. These preliminary data may help better frame previous contradictory findings in PwP and may have implications for future trial designs aiming at developing individually-tailored therapies. PERSPECTIVE: This work showed that PwP-related nociceptive chronic pain may have distinctive somatosensory and CE profiles than those with non-nociceptive pain subtypes. These data may help shed light on previous contradictory findings in PwP and guide future trials aiming at developing individually-tailored management strategies.