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Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a disabling inflammatory disease that makes walking and activities of daily living difficult. This condition can reduce functional capacity and increase the risk for surgery. OBJECTIVE: To know the functional capacity of patients with KOA evaluated by the six-minute walk test (6MWT). METHOD: This cross-sectional study evaluated age, gender, weight, BMI, pain (VAS 90-100), physical disability (WOMAC 0-96), degree of joint damage by radiographic imaging, and 6MWT. RESULTS: A total of 176 patients referred by Orthopedics were evaluated, with the inclusion of 164 participants. The mean age was 61.89 ± 10.62 years, 81% women, 67% with cardiovascular disease, hypertension and/or diabetes, 81% obese, with moderate pain (VAS 47.74 ± 29.27) and according to WOMAC, most had severe or very severe disability. The distance covered in the 6MWT was 354.03 ± 102.03m, 67% of the predicted distance. The maximum heart rate achieved was 107.27 ± 17.71 bpm, which characterizes 68% of the predicted by age. Only 12% of the sample showed a marked drop in oxygenation in the 6MWT and 40% had a recovery heart rate in the 1st minute below 15 bpm. CONCLUSION: Patients with KOA, who were evaluated by the 6MWT, have low functional capacity and physical deconditioning. Level of Clinical Evidence III, Case Control Study.

A osteoartrite de joelho (OAJ) é uma doença inflamatória incapacitante que dificulta as atividades de vida diária do indivíduo. Esta condição pode reduzir a capacidade funcional e aumentar o risco de cirurgia, caso necessária. Objetivo: Conhecer a capacidade funcional de pacientes com OAJ, avaliada pelo teste de caminhada de seis minutos (TC6M). Métodos: Neste estudo transversal, avaliamos idade, sexo, peso, índice de massa corporal (IMC), dor (escala visual analógica ­ EVA 90-100), incapacidade física (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index ­ WOMAC 0-96), grau de lesão articular por imagem radiográfica e TC6M. Resultados: Foram avaliados 176 pacientes encaminhados pela Ortopedia, com a inclusão de 164 participantes. Na amostra, verificou-se: média de idade de 61,89 ± 10,62 anos; 81% de mulheres; 67% com doença cardiovascular, hipertensão e/ou diabetes; 81% de obesos; com dor moderada (EVA 47,74 ± 29,27); e, segundo WOMAC, maioria com incapacidade intensa ou muito intensa. A distância percorrida no TC6M foi 354,03 ± 102,03 m, sendo esse valor 67% da distância prevista. A frequência cardíaca máxima alcançada foi de 107,27 ± 17,71 bpm, que caracteriza 68% da prevista pela idade. Somente 12% apresentaram acentuada queda de oxigenação no TC6M e 40% apresentaram frequência cardíaca de recuperação no primeiro minuto inferior a 15 bpm. Conclusão: Os pacientes com OAJ, que foram avaliados pelo TC6M, apresentaram baixa capacidade funcional e descondicionamento físico. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo de Caso Controle.

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Abstract Introduction COVID-19 can cause persistent symptoms even in mild cases, such as fatigue and dyspnea, which can reduce functional capacity and make it difficult to perform activities of daily living. Objective To compare functional capacity using the pegboard and ring test and the six-minute walk test responses in post-COVID-19 patients according to the ventilatory support used. Methods Cross-sectional study including 40 adults of both sexes after SARS-CoV2 infection between June 2020 and June 2021, with assessment of functional capacity using the pegboard and ring test (upper limbs) and the six-minute walk (lower limbs). Those who reported comprehension deficit or neuromuscular disease were excluded. All participants were evaluated between 15 and 90 days after the onset of symptoms, diagnosed by nasal swab and classified according to the ventilatory support used during the infection. Results The mean age of the participants (n = 40) was 54.30 (±12.76) years, with BMI 28.39 (±4.70) kg/m2 and pulmonary involvement in 51.49 (±17.47)%. A total of 37 participants were hospitalized with a stay of 14.33 (±15.44) days, and 30% were previously immunized, while 7.5% reached the predicted distance covered. The average achieved was 46.44% (398.63 ± 130.58 m) in the distance covered and 39.31% (237.58 ± 85.51) in the movement of rings. Participants who had invasive mechanical ventilation (n = 10) had the worst functional capacity in both tests 265.85 ± 125.11 m and 181.00 ± 90.03 rings, compared to 472.94 ± 88.02 m and 273.25 ± 66.09 rings in non-invasive ventilation (n = 8), 410.32 ± 90.39 m and 257.68 ± 62.84 rings in oxygen therapy (n = 19), 569.00 ± 79.50 m and 203.00 ± 169.00 rings when there was no hospitalization (n = 3). Conclusion Participants who required invasive mechanical ventilation had worse functional capacity, 46% of what was expected in the walk test and 39% of what was expected in the pegboard and ring test.

Resumo Introdução A COVID-19 pode causar sintomas per-sistentes mesmo nos casos leves, como fadiga e dispneia, que podem reduzir a capacidade funcional e a realização das atividades de vida diária. Objetivo Comparar a avaliação da capacidade funcional a partir do teste da argola e caminhada dos 6 minutos pós-COVID-19 con-forme o suporte ventilatório utilizado. Métodos: Estudo transversal com 40 adultos, de ambos os sexos, pós-infecção por SARS-CoV2 entre julho/2020 e julho 2021, com avaliação da capacidade funcional pelos testes da argola (membros superiores) e caminhada (membros inferiores) de 6 minutos. Todos os participantes foram avaliados entre 15 e 90 dias do princípio dos sintomas, diagnosticados por swab nasal, e classificados conforme o suporte ventilatório utilizado durante a infecção. Resultados A média de idade dos participantes (n = 40) foi 54,30 (±12,76) anos, índice de massa corporal 28,39 (±4,70) kg/m2 e acometimento pulmonar em vidro fosco 51,49 (±17,47)%. Trinta e sete participantes foram hospitalizados com permanência de 14,33 (±15,44) dias, 30% previamente imunizados; 7,5% atingiram o predito da distância percorrida. A média alcançada foi de 46,44% (398,63 ± 130,58 m) na distância percorrida e 39,31% (237,58 ± 85,51) em movimento de argolas. Os participantes que utilizaram ventilação mecânica invasiva (n = 10) apresentaram pior capacidade funcional em ambos os testes: 265,85 ± 125,11 m e 181,00 ± 90,03 argolas comparado a 472,94 ± 88,02 m e 273,25 ± 66,09 argolas em ventilação não invasiva (n = 8), 410,32 ± 90,39m e 257,68 ± 62,84 argolas em oxigenoterapia (n = 19), 569,00 ± 79,50 m e 203,00 ± 169,00 argolas sem internação (n = 3). Conclusão Os participantes que necessitaram de ventilação mecânica invasiva apresen-taram pior capacidade funcional, com 46% do esperado no teste de caminhada e 39% no teste de argola de 6 minutos.

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ABSTRACT Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a disabling inflammatory disease that makes walking and activities of daily living difficult. This condition can reduce functional capacity and increase the risk for surgery. Objective: To know the functional capacity of patients with KOA evaluated by the six-minute walk test (6MWT). Method: This cross-sectional study evaluated age, gender, weight, BMI, pain (VAS 90-100), physical disability (WOMAC 0-96), degree of joint damage by radiographic imaging, and 6MWT. Results: A total of 176 patients referred by Orthopedics were evaluated, with the inclusion of 164 participants. The mean age was 61.89 ± 10.62 years, 81% women, 67% with cardiovascular disease, hypertension and/or diabetes, 81% obese, with moderate pain (VAS 47.74 ± 29.27) and according to WOMAC, most had severe or very severe disability. The distance covered in the 6MWT was 354.03 ± 102.03m, 67% of the predicted distance. The maximum heart rate achieved was 107.27 ± 17.71 bpm, which characterizes 68% of the predicted by age. Only 12% of the sample showed a marked drop in oxygenation in the 6MWT and 40% had a recovery heart rate in the 1st minute below 15 bpm. Conclusion: Patients with KOA, who were evaluated by the 6MWT, have low functional capacity and physical deconditioning. Level of Clinical Evidence III, Case Control Study.

RESUMO A osteoartrite de joelho (OAJ) é uma doença inflamatória incapacitante que dificulta as atividades de vida diária do indivíduo. Esta condição pode reduzir a capacidade funcional e aumentar o risco de cirurgia, caso necessária. Objetivo: Conhecer a capacidade funcional de pacientes com OAJ, avaliada pelo teste de caminhada de seis minutos (TC6M). Métodos: Neste estudo transversal, avaliamos idade, sexo, peso, índice de massa corporal (IMC), dor (escala visual analógica - EVA 90-100), incapacidade física (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index - WOMAC 0-96), grau de lesão articular por imagem radiográfica e TC6M. Resultados: Foram avaliados 176 pacientes encaminhados pela Ortopedia, com a inclusão de 164 participantes. Na amostra, verificou-se: média de idade de 61,89 ± 10,62 anos; 81% de mulheres; 67% com doença cardiovascular, hipertensão e/ou diabetes; 81% de obesos; com dor moderada (EVA 47,74 ± 29,27); e, segundo WOMAC, maioria com incapacidade intensa ou muito intensa. A distância percorrida no TC6M foi 354,03 ± 102,03 m, sendo esse valor 67% da distância prevista. A frequência cardíaca máxima alcançada foi de 107,27 ± 17,71 bpm, que caracteriza 68% da prevista pela idade. Somente 12% apresentaram acentuada queda de oxigenação no TC6M e 40% apresentaram frequência cardíaca de recuperação no primeiro minuto inferior a 15 bpm. Conclusão: Os pacientes com OAJ, que foram avaliados pelo TC6M, apresentaram baixa capacidade funcional e descondicionamento físico. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo de Caso Controle.

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Objective: The extrinsic muscles, such as the posterior tibialis and long flexor of the hallux and the intrinsic of the foot, are part of the active subsystem of the central system of the foot and play an essential role in the control of the medial longitudinal arch resulting from difficulty in contracting the muscle, neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) becomes a resource combined with strengthening and recommended for rehabilitation. T this work aims to evaluate the effectiveness of NMES associated with exercise in deforming the medial longitudinal arch. Methods: This is a randomized blind clinical trial. 60 asymptomatic participants were divided into three groups: NMES, exercise and control. The NMES and exercise group performed seven exercises for the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles twice a week for 6 weeks, and the NMES group used an NMES associated with five exercises. Navicular height and medial longitudinal arch angle were taken before and after the intervention period. Results: No statistically significant differences existed between groups for navicular height and medial longitudinal arch angle. Conclusion: NMES associated with exercise does not change the characteristics of the medial longitudinal arch in association with asymptomatic. Level of Evidence I; Randomized clinical trial.

Objetivo: Os músculos extrínsecos, como o tibial posterior e flexor longo do hálux e os intrínsecos do pé fazem parte do subsistema ativo do foot core system e exercem papel essencial no controle do arco longitudinal medial. Devido à dificuldade na contração desses músculos, a eletroestimulação neuromuscular (EENM) torna-se um recurso aliado ao fortalecimento e é recomendada para reabilitação. O objetivo desse trabalho é avaliar a eficácia da EENM associada ao exercício na deformação do arco longitudinal medial. Métodos: Este é um ensaio clínico randomizado cego. 60 participantes assintomáticos foram divididos em três grupos: EENM, exercício e controle. O grupo EENM e exercício realizaram sete exercícios para os músculos intrínsecos e extrínsecos duas vezes por semana por seis semanas, sendo o grupo EENM utilizou a EENM associada a cinco exercícios. A altura do navicular e o ângulo do arco longitudinal medial foram medidos antes e após o período de intervenção. Resultados: Não houve diferenças estatisticamente significativas entre os grupos para a altura do navicular e ângulo do arco longitudinal medial. Conclusão: A EENM associada ao exercício não altera as características do arco longitudinal medial em indivíduos assintomáticos. Nível de Evidência I; Estudo Clínico Randomizado.

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ABSTRACT Objective The extrinsic muscles, such as the posterior tibialis and long flexor of the hallux and the intrinsic of the foot, are part of the active subsystem of the central system of the foot and play an essential role in the control of the medial longitudinal arch resulting from difficulty in contracting the muscle, neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) becomes a resource combined with strengthening and recommended for rehabilitation. T this work aims to evaluate the effectiveness of NMES associated with exercise in deforming the medial longitudinal arch. Methods This is a randomized blind clinical trial. 60 asymptomatic participants were divided into three groups: NMES, exercise and control. The NMES and exercise group performed seven exercises for the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles twice a week for 6 weeks, and the NMES group used an NMES associated with five exercises. Navicular height and medial longitudinal arch angle were taken before and after the intervention period. Results No statistically significant differences existed between groups for navicular height and medial longitudinal arch angle. Conclusion NMES associated with exercise does not change the characteristics of the medial longitudinal arch in association with asymptomatic. Level of Evidence I; Randomized clinical trial.

RESUMO Objetivo Os músculos extrínsecos, como o tibial posterior e flexor longo do hálux e os intrínsecos do pé fazem parte do subsistema ativo do foot core system e exercem papel essencial no controle do arco longitudinal medial. Devido à dificuldade na contração desses músculos, a eletroestimulação neuromuscular (EENM) torna-se um recurso aliado ao fortalecimento e é recomendada para reabilitação. O objetivo desse trabalho é avaliar a eficácia da EENM associada ao exercício na deformação do arco longitudinal medial. Métodos Este é um ensaio clínico randomizado cego. 60 participantes assintomáticos foram divididos em três grupos: EENM, exercício e controle. O grupo EENM e exercício realizaram sete exercícios para os músculos intrínsecos e extrínsecos duas vezes por semana por seis semanas, sendo o grupo EENM utilizou a EENM associada a cinco exercícios. A altura do navicular e o ângulo do arco longitudinal medial foram medidos antes e após o período de intervenção. Resultados Não houve diferenças estatisticamente significativas entre os grupos para a altura do navicular e ângulo do arco longitudinal medial. Conclusão A EENM associada ao exercício não altera as características do arco longitudinal medial em indivíduos assintomáticos. Nível de Evidência I; Estudo Clínico Randomizado.

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OBJECTIVES: to describe the "On-site inspection" sub-process of the macroprocess "Supervision" conducted at the headquarters unit of the Regional Nursing Council of São Paulo. METHODS: an exploratory descriptive research, in a single case study modality using data reported by the Headquarters Unit Inspection Management leaders. RESULTS: the description of the "On-Site inspection" sub-process, initial and return, showed how the activities/tasks pre-established in the inspection roadmap and inserted in the respective inspection terms need to be accurately and sequentially executed to comply with the current legislation and provided the identification of activities that add value to the inspection process. CONCLUSIONS: the results obtained give visibility to the activities/tasks developed by the inspectors and will provide the Inspection Management with subsidies for the rational allocation of the required human resources; and, to the technical managers and legal representatives of the inspected institutions, the knowledge of the activities developed during the performance of the sub-process "On-site inspection".

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To evaluate the effect of high-intensity interval training (HIT) on the cardiorespiratory performance and substrate oxidation pattern in insulin-resistant and insulin-sensitive obese adolescents. METHODS: We recruited 25 obese adolescents in three schools, and trained them in six HIT sessions, comprising of six series at 100% and recovery at 50% peak velocity (Vpeak). For the evaluation, the participants were divided into two groups: insulin-resistant (IR, n = 12; HOMA index ≥3.16) and insulin-sensitive (IS, n = 13). All participants underwent cardiopulmonary and indirect calorimetry testing. We compared the effects of HIT before and after the intervention among the two groups. The data were analyzed using Student's t and Mann-Whitney (intergroup comparisons) and Student's t and Wilcoxon (pre- and post-training comparisons) tests; and Cohen's d (influence of HIT). RESULTS: There was a significant post-training increase in Vpeak, oxygen consumption (VO2), velocity (V), and heart rate (HR) at the exertion intensity at the first ventilatory anaerobic threshold (VAT1) in both groups (p < 0.05; d < 0.02). The exercise promoted changes in substrate oxidation rates of the groups, with an increase in carbohydrate oxidation (CHOox) for both IR (p = 0.064) and IS (p = 0.034). CONCLUSION: Six HIT sessions improved cardiorespiratory performance in both groups and increased CHOox in insulin-sensitive obese adolescents, suggesting its utility for increasing physical fitness and controlling glycemia in these population groups.

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OBJECTIVE: To determine whether hip rotation correlates with the radiographic signs of cam or pincer deformity after hip arthroscopy in patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This was a single-center retrospective study of data collected between 2014 and 2017. The study sample included 65 patients between 18 and 55 years of age who underwent hip arthroscopy for the treatment of unilateral femoroacetabular impingement. The following data were collected for the periods prior to and six months after surgery range of medial and lateral rotation of the hip; measures on anteroposterior X-rays of the pelvis obtained in the standing position and on ateral X-rays in the Ducroquet profile view; and score on the 33-item International Hip Outcome Tool. RESULTS: Mean preoperative and postoperative values were as follows: 19.26 ± 10.39° and 30.95 ± 3.52°, respectively, for medial rotation of the hip (p < 0.001); 73.85 ± 6.62° and 68.12 ± 5.04°, respectively, for the anteroposterior alpha angle (p < 0.001); 56.97 ± 6.09° and 50.61 ± 5.39°, respectively, for the lateral alpha angle (p < 0.001); and 0.17 ± 0.11 and 0.07 ± 0.08, respectively, for the acetabular retroversion index (p < 0.001). The crossover sign was identified in 75.4% of the patients before surgery and in 44.6% after (p < 0.001). Although there was an increase in the range of hip rotation and an improvement in radiographic parameters after arthroscopy, we detected no direct correlation between the two. CONCLUSION: Hip arthroscopy can improve medial rotation of the hip, as well as reducing cam and pincer deformities, in patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. However, those findings do not appear to be directly correlated.

OBJETIVO: Correlacionar rotação medial do quadril com sinais radiográficos came e pincer de pacientes com síndrome do impacto femoroacetabular submetidos a artroscopia. MATERIAIS E MÉTODOS: Estudo retrospectivo com prontuários consecutivos de 2014 a 2017 em único centro. O estudo incluiu 65 pacientes com impacto femoroacetabular unilateral, de ambos os sexos e idade entre 18 e 55 anos, com indicação de artroscopia do quadril. Os dados colhidos no pré-operatório e pós-operatório de seis meses foram: amplitude de rotação medial e rotação lateral do quadril, mensurações de radiografia anteroposterior da pelve em ortostatismo e perfil de Ducroquet, escala visual analógica de dor e questionário de qualidade de vida International Hip Outcome Tool 33. RESULTADOS: A amplitude pré-operatória de rotação medial do quadril foi, em média, 19,26 ± 10,39°, e pós-operatória, 30,95 ± 3,52° (p < 0,001). Para ângulo alfa anteroposterior, o valor médio pré-operatório foi 73,85 ± 6,62°, e após cirurgia, 68,12 ± 5 , 0 4 ° ( p < 0,001). Já o ângulo alfa perfil pré - operatório e pós- operatório foi, respectivamente, 56,97 ± 6,09° e 50,61 ± 5,39° (p < 0,001). O sinal do cruzamento foi presente em 75,40% (pré-cirurgia) e após cirurgia em 44,60% (p < 0,001). O índice de retroversão acetabular pré-operatório, em média, foi 0,17 ± 0,11, e pós-operatório, 0,07 ± 0,08 (p < 0,001). Embora tenham sido observados aumento na amplitude de rotação do quadril e melhora dos parâmetros radiográficos após artroscopia, não houve correlação direta entre as variáveis. CONCLUSÃO: A artroscopia do quadril pode promover normalização da amplitude de rotação medial do quadril e redução dos sinais radiográficos came e pincer nos pacientes com síndrome do impacto femoroacetabular, porém, estes achados não possuem correlação direta.

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Abstract Objective: To determine whether hip rotation correlates with the radiographic signs of cam or pincer deformity after hip arthroscopy in patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. Materials and Methods: This was a single-center retrospective study of data collected between 2014 and 2017. The study sample included 65 patients between 18 and 55 years of age who underwent hip arthroscopy for the treatment of unilateral femoroacetabular impingement. The following data were collected for the periods prior to and six months after surgery range of medial and lateral rotation of the hip; measures on anteroposterior X-rays of the pelvis obtained in the standing position and on ateral X-rays in the Ducroquet profile view; and score on the 33-item International Hip Outcome Tool. Results: Mean preoperative and postoperative values were as follows: 19.26 ± 10.39° and 30.95 ± 3.52°, respectively, for medial rotation of the hip (p < 0.001); 73.85 ± 6.62° and 68.12 ± 5.04°, respectively, for the anteroposterior alpha angle (p < 0.001); 56.97 ± 6.09° and 50.61 ± 5.39°, respectively, for the lateral alpha angle (p < 0.001); and 0.17 ± 0.11 and 0.07 ± 0.08, respectively, for the acetabular retroversion index (p < 0.001). The crossover sign was identified in 75.4% of the patients before surgery and in 44.6% after (p < 0.001). Although there was an increase in the range of hip rotation and an improvement in radiographic parameters after arthroscopy, we detected no direct correlation between the two. Conclusion: Hip arthroscopy can improve medial rotation of the hip, as well as reducing cam and pincer deformities, in patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. However, those findings do not appear to be directly correlated.

RESUMO Objetivo: Correlacionar rotação medial do quadril com sinais radiográficos came e pincer de pacientes com síndrome do impacto femoroacetabular submetidos a artroscopia. Materiais e Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo com prontuários consecutivos de 2014 a 2017 em único centro. O estudo incluiu 65 pacientes com impacto femoroacetabular unilateral, de ambos os sexos e idade entre 18 e 55 anos, com indicação de artroscopia do quadril. Os dados colhidos no pré-operatório e pós-operatório de seis meses foram: amplitude de rotação medial e rotação lateral do quadril, mensurações de radiografia anteroposterior da pelve em ortostatismo e perfil de Ducroquet, escala visual analógica de dor e questionário de qualidade de vida International Hip Outcome Tool 33. Resultados: A amplitude pré-operatória de rotação medial do quadril foi, em média, 19,26 ± 10,39°, e pós-operatória, 30,95 ± 3,52° (p < 0,001). Para ângulo alfa anteroposterior, o valor médio pré-operatório foi 73,85 ± 6,62°, e após cirurgia, 68,12 ± 5 , 0 4 ° ( p < 0,001). Já o ângulo alfa perfil pré - operatório e pós- operatório foi, respectivamente, 56,97 ± 6,09° e 50,61 ± 5,39° (p < 0,001). O sinal do cruzamento foi presente em 75,40% (pré-cirurgia) e após cirurgia em 44,60% (p < 0,001). O índice de retroversão acetabular pré-operatório, em média, foi 0,17 ± 0,11, e pós-operatório, 0,07 ± 0,08 (p < 0,001). Embora tenham sido observados aumento na amplitude de rotação do quadril e melhora dos parâmetros radiográficos após artroscopia, não houve correlação direta entre as variáveis. Conclusão: A artroscopia do quadril pode promover normalização da amplitude de rotação medial do quadril e redução dos sinais radiográficos came e pincer nos pacientes com síndrome do impacto femoroacetabular, porém, estes achados não possuem correlação direta.

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BACKGROUND: Children with Down syndrome have poorer functional and sensory skills compared to children with typical development. Virtual reality (VR) training could help improve these skills. Moreover, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) has achieved promising results in terms of enhancing the effects of physical and sensory therapy by modulating cortical excitability. METHODS/DESIGN: Two investigations are proposed: (1) an observational study with a convenience sample consisting of children with Down syndrome (group 1-cognitive age of 6 to 12 years according to the Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence) and children with typical development 6 to 12 years of age (group 2). Both groups will undergo evaluations on a single day involving a three-dimensional analysis of upper limb movements, an analysis of muscle activity of the biceps and brachial triceps muscles and an analysis of visuospatial and cognitive-motor variables. (2) Analysis of clinical intervention: a pilot study and clinical trial will be conducted involving individuals with Down syndrome (cognitive age of 6 to 12 years according to the Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence). The sample will be defined after conducting a pilot study with the same methodology as that to be used in the main study. The participants will be randomly allocated to two groups: An experimental group submitted to anodal tDCS combined with a VR game and a manual motor task and a control group submitted to sham tDCS combined with a VR game and a manual motor task. The training protocol will involve 10 sessions of active or sham tDCS during memory and motor task games. Three 20-min sessions will be held per week for a total of 10 sessions. Evaluations will be performed on three different occasions: pre-intervention, post-intervention (after 10 sessions) and follow-up (1 month after the intervention). Evaluations will consist of analyses of electroencephalographic signals, electromyographic signals of the biceps and triceps brachii, and the three-dimensional reconstruction of the reaching movement. The results will be analyzed statistically with the significance level set at 5% (p ≤ 0.05). DISCUSSION: The optimization of the results obtained with virtual reality training is believed to be related to the interactive experience with a wide range of activities and scenarios involving multiple sensory channels and the creation of exercises, the intensity of which can be adjusted to the needs of children. Therefore, the proposed study aims to complement the literature with further information on tDCS and VR training considering different variables to provide the scientific community with clinical data on this combination of interventions. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Brazilian Clinical Trials Registry (REBEC) protocol number RBR-43pk59 registered on 2019 March 27 https://ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/rg/RBR-43pk59 and Human Research Ethics Committee number 3.608.521 approved on 2019 September 30. Protocol version 2021 October 20. Any changes to the protocol will be reported to the committees and approved. Informed consent will be obtained from all participants by the clinical research coordinator and principal investigator.

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OBJECTIVE: To identify the average direct cost related to the direct labor of the inspectors involved in the "in loco inspection" step of the inspection process carried out at the Headquarters of the Regional Nursing Council of São Paulo. METHOD: Quantitative, exploratory-descriptive research, in the form of a single case study. The non-probabilistic convenience sample consisted of records of initial and return "in loco inspections", carried out by inspectors working at the Headquarters of The Regional Nursing Council of São Paulo, from January 13, 2020 to March 13, 2020. RESULTS: The average direct cost of initial in loco inspection (N = 182) corresponded to BRL 331.67 (SD = 140.32), ranging from BRL 115.80 to BRL 1071.15, and that of return in loco inspection (N = 98) to BRL 256.16 (SD = 130.90), ranging from BRL 77.20 to BRL 694.80. Time and cost variables analysis of initial and return in loco inspections showed an alpha significance level of 0.05, and it was possible to statistically state that the time (p ≤ 0.001) and the cost of initial in loco inspection (p ≤ 0.001) are higher than those for return in loco inspection. CONCLUSION: the cost of the step of "in loco inspection" will support the Nursing Council in the decision-making process aiming at allocating efficiency of human resources required in the inspection process.

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Abstract Objective: To identify the average direct cost related to the direct labor of the inspectors involved in the "in loco inspection" step of the inspection process carried out at the Headquarters of the Regional Nursing Council of São Paulo. Method: Quantitative, exploratory-descriptive research, in the form of a single case study. The non-probabilistic convenience sample consisted of records of initial and return "in loco inspections", carried out by inspectors working at the Headquarters of The Regional Nursing Council of São Paulo, from January 13, 2020 to March 13, 2020. Results: The average direct cost of initial in loco inspection (N = 182) corresponded to BRL 331.67 (SD = 140.32), ranging from BRL 115.80 to BRL 1071.15, and that of return in loco inspection (N = 98) to BRL 256.16 (SD = 130.90), ranging from BRL 77.20 to BRL 694.80. Time and cost variables analysis of initial and return in loco inspections showed an alpha significance level of 0.05, and it was possible to statistically state that the time (p ≤ 0.001) and the cost of initial in loco inspection (p ≤ 0.001) are higher than those for return in loco inspection. Conclusion: the cost of the step of "in loco inspection" will support the Nursing Council in the decision-making process aiming at allocating efficiency of human resources required in the inspection process.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Identificar el coste medio directo relacionado con la labor directa de los inspectores involucrados en la etapa de "inspección in loco" del proceso de inspección realizado en la Unidad Sede del Consejo Regional de Enfermería de São Paulo. Método: Investigación cuantitativa, exploratoria-descriptiva, en forma de estudio de caso único. La muestra de conveniencia no probabilística consistió en registros de "inspecciones in loco", iniciales y de retorno, realizadas por inspectores que trabajan en la Sede, desde el 13/01/2020 al 13/03/2020. Resultados: El coste medio directo de la inspección inicial (N = 182) correspondió a R$ 331,67 (DP = 140,32), con un rango de R$ 115,80 a R$ 1071,15, y el de la inspección de retorno (N = 98) a R$ 256,16 (DP = 130,90), oscilando entre R$ 77,20 y R$ 694,80. El análisis de las variables tiempo y coste de las inspecciones inicial y de retorno indicó un nivel de significancia alfa de 0.05, y fue posible afirmar estadísticamente que el tiempo (p ≤ 0.001) y el costo de la inspección inicial (p ≤ 0,001) son mayores que los de la inspección de retorno. Conclusión: el costo de la etapa de "inspección in loco" subsidiará el Consejo en el proceso de toma de decisiones buscando la eficiencia en la asignación de los recursos humanos requeridos en el proceso de inspección.

RESUMO Objetivo: Identificar o custo direto médio relativo à mão de obra direta dos fiscais envolvidos na etapa "inspeção in loco" do processo de fiscalização realizado na Unidade Sede do Conselho Regional de Enfermagem de São Paulo. Método: Pesquisa quantitativa, exploratório-descritiva, na modalidade de estudo de caso único. A amostra de conveniência, não probabilística, foi constituída por registros de "inspeções in loco", iniciais e de retorno, realizadas por fiscais atuantes na Unidade Sede, no período de 13/01/2020 a 13/03/2020. Resultados: O custo direto médio da inspeção in loco inicial (N = 182) correspondeu a R$ 331,67 (DP = 140,32), variando de R$ 115,80 a R$ 1071,15, e da inspeção in loco de retorno (N = 98) a R$ 256,16 (DP = 130,90), variando entre R$77,20 e R$ 694,80. A análise das variáveis tempo e custo das inspeções in loco iniciais e de retorno evidenciou nível de significância alfa de 0,05, sendo possível afirmar estatisticamente que o tempo (p ≤ 0,001) e o custo da inspeção in loco inicial (p ≤ 0,001) são maiores do que os da inspeção in loco de retorno. Conclusão: o custeio da etapa "inspeção in loco" subsidiará o Conselho no processo decisório visando à eficiência alocativa dos recursos humanos requeridos no processo de fiscalização.

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ABSTRACT Objectives: to describe the "On-site inspection" sub-process of the macroprocess "Supervision" conducted at the headquarters unit of the Regional Nursing Council of São Paulo. Methods: an exploratory descriptive research, in a single case study modality using data reported by the Headquarters Unit Inspection Management leaders. Results: the description of the "On-Site inspection" sub-process, initial and return, showed how the activities/tasks pre-established in the inspection roadmap and inserted in the respective inspection terms need to be accurately and sequentially executed to comply with the current legislation and provided the identification of activities that add value to the inspection process. Conclusions: the results obtained give visibility to the activities/tasks developed by the inspectors and will provide the Inspection Management with subsidies for the rational allocation of the required human resources; and, to the technical managers and legal representatives of the inspected institutions, the knowledge of the activities developed during the performance of the sub-process "On-site inspection".

RESUMEN Objetivos: describir subproceso "Inspección in loco" del macroproceso "Fiscalización", realizado en Unidad Sede del Consejo Regional de Enfermería de São Paulo. Métodos: investigación exploratoria-descriptiva, en modalidad estudio de caso único, cuyos datos obtenidos con líderes de la Gerencia de Fiscalización de la Unidad Sede. Resultados: descripción del subproceso "Inspección in loco", inicial y de vuelta, evidenció como las actividades/tareas preestablecidas en el guión de fiscalización, inseridas en los respectivos términos de fiscalización, precisan ser ejecutadas, de manera secuencial y en detalles, objetivando al cumplimiento de legislaciones vigentes; y propició la identificación de las actividades que agregan valor al proceso de fiscalización. Conclusiones: resultados obtenidos confieren visibilidad a las actividades/tareas desarrolladas por fiscales y proveerán a Gerencia de Fiscalización subsidios para mejor ubicación de recursos humanos requeridos; y, a Responsables Técnicos y Representantes Legales de instituciones fiscalizadas, el conocimiento de las actividades desarrolladas durante la realización del subproceso "Inspección in loco".

RESUMO Objetivos: descrever o subprocesso "Inspeção in loco" do macroprocesso "Fiscalização", realizado na Unidade Sede do Conselho Regional de Enfermagem de São Paulo. Métodos: pesquisa exploratório descritiva, na modalidade de estudo de caso único, cujos dados foram obtidos com os líderes da Gerência de Fiscalização da Unidade Sede. Resultados: a descrição do subprocesso "Inspeção in loco", inicial e de retorno, evidenciou como as atividades/tarefas preestabelecidas no roteiro de fiscalização, inseridas nos respectivos termos de fiscalização, precisam ser executadas, de maneira detalhada e sequencial, visando ao cumprimento das legislações vigentes; e propiciou a identificação das atividades que agregam valor ao processo de fiscalização. Conclusões: os resultados obtidos conferem visibilidade às atividades/tarefas desenvolvidas pelos fiscais e fornecerão à Gerência de Fiscalização subsídios para a alocação racional dos recursos humanos requeridos; e, aos Responsáveis Técnicos e Representantes Legais das instituições fiscalizadas, o conhecimento das atividades desenvolvidas durante a realização do subprocesso "Inspeção in loco".

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INTRODUCTION/PURPOSE: Obesity increases significantly every year worldwide. Since 1980, the prevalence of individuals with obesity has practically doubled. Obesity plays an important role in the pathophysiology of diseases that arise from a complex interaction of nutritional, genetic, and metabolic factors, characterizing a chronic inflammatory state. This study aimed to verify the systemic inflammatory response through the analysis of IGF-1, IL-23, and resistin levels and the lipid profile in severely obese women undergoing surgery for obesity and weight-related diseases. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This randomized controlled clinical trial includes female patients clinically diagnosed with severe obesity with an indication for bariatric surgery. RESULTS: In the initial evaluation, no significant difference was observed between the control (CG) and bariatric surgery (BSG) groups. The weight, BMI, systolic and diastolic blood pressures, total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, total non-HDL cholesterol, and glucose in BSG patients showed a significant change after surgery. Pre- and post-surgery levels of resistin, IGF-1, and IL-23 showed a significant difference in the BSG group, but only IL-23 was changed after 6 months in the CG. CONCLUSION: The results of this study confirmed that weight loss induced by surgery for obesity and weight-related diseases improved the lipid profile and reduced the chronic inflammatory status in women with severe obesity.

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OBJECTIVE: The medial longitudinal arch is the main structure of load bearing and shock absorption of the foot. The evaluation of medial longitudinal arch, such as the navicular height, the medial longitudinal arch angle and the Feiss line should be performed with the subtalar joint in the neutral and relaxed position. Our study analyzed the correlation between the measurements of the subtalar joint in neutral and relaxed positions during the evaluation tests of the medial longitudinal arch. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study, in which 51 healthy volunteers (102 feet; 36 women; 28 ± 5 years, 1.66 ± 0.10 m; 24.5 ± 4.5 kg/m2) had their navicular height, medial longitudinal arch angle and Feiss line measured in the neutral and relaxed positions. The correlation between the measures was evaluated using Pearson's test. RESULTS: A strong correlation of the 102 feet Feiss line measurements between neutral and relaxed positions (r = 0.81) was observed, and a moderate correlation between the medial longitudinal arch angle (r = 0.78) and between navicular height in neutral and relaxed positions (r = 0.76). CONCLUSION: The measurements of the longitudinal medial arch between the neutral and relaxed positions are strongly correlated. Therefore, it is not necessary to measure the medial longitudinal arch in both neutral and relaxed positions. Level of Evidence II, Diagnostic Studies - Investigating a diagnostic test.

OBJETIVO: O arco longitudinal medial é a estrutura principal para suporte de carga e absorção de impacto no pé. Medidas para avaliação do arco longitudinal medial, como a altura navicular, o ângulo do arco longitudinal medial e a linha de Feiss devem ser realizadas com a articulação subtalar na posição neutra e relaxada. Este estudo analisou a correlação entre as medidas da articulação subtalar em posições neutra e relaxada durante os testes de avaliação do arco longitudinal medial. MÉTODOS: Neste estudo transversal, 51 voluntários saudáveis (102 pés; 36 mulheres; 28 ± 5 anos, 1,66 ± 0,10 m; 24,5 ± 4,5 kg/m2) tiveram altura navicular, ângulo do arco longitudinal medial e linha de Feiss medida nas posições neutra e relaxada. A correlação entre eles foi avaliada pelo teste de Pearson. RESULTADOS: Houve uma correlação muito forte das medidas de linha de Feiss de 102 pés entre a posição neutra e relaxada (r = 0,81) e uma correlação moderada entre o ângulo do arco longitudinal medial (r = 0,78) e altura navicular nas posições neutra e relaxada (r = 0,76). CONCLUSÃO: As medidas do arco medial longitudinal entre as posições neutra e relaxada estão fortemente correlacionadas. Não é necessário, portanto, medir o arco longitudinal medial nas posições neutra e relaxada. Nível de Evidência II, Estudos diagnósticos - Investigação de um exame para diagnóstico.

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The lack of knowledge in the biomedical literature regarding the validity of qualitative studies might be related to the lower number of qualitative studies that have been published. The criticisms range from a lack of theoretical depth to the superficial discussions of empirical findings. The aim of this study was to explore the bibliometric entities and the trends in the structure of qualitative research in the biomedical literature. A bibliometric analysis and mapping of the biomedical literature were used. The number of studies selected was 1,725. The heath themes with the most publications included Health Management (12%) and Women's Health (9.8%), while the authors of the studies had academic affiliation in 76 different countries. The sample sizes were between 11 and 20 participants (27.13%) and the Grounded Theory framework (9.04%) stood out. The improved structuring of a qualitative research extends the effective communication between health providers and researchers, and support in the management of clinical situations.

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ABSTRACT Objective: The medial longitudinal arch is the main structure of load bearing and shock absorption of the foot. The evaluation of medial longitudinal arch, such as the navicular height, the medial longitudinal arch angle and the Feiss line should be performed with the subtalar joint in the neutral and relaxed position. Our study analyzed the correlation between the measurements of the subtalar joint in neutral and relaxed positions during the evaluation tests of the medial longitudinal arch. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study, in which 51 healthy volunteers (102 feet; 36 women; 28 ± 5 years, 1.66 ± 0.10 m; 24.5 ± 4.5 kg/m2) had their navicular height, medial longitudinal arch angle and Feiss line measured in the neutral and relaxed positions. The correlation between the measures was evaluated using Pearson's test. Results: A strong correlation of the 102 feet Feiss line measurements between neutral and relaxed positions (r = 0.81) was observed, and a moderate correlation between the medial longitudinal arch angle (r = 0.78) and between navicular height in neutral and relaxed positions (r = 0.76). Conclusion: The measurements of the longitudinal medial arch between the neutral and relaxed positions are strongly correlated. Therefore, it is not necessary to measure the medial longitudinal arch in both neutral and relaxed positions. Level of Evidence II, Diagnostic Studies - Investigating a diagnostic test.

RESUMO Objetivo: O arco longitudinal medial é a estrutura principal para suporte de carga e absorção de impacto no pé. Medidas para avaliação do arco longitudinal medial, como a altura navicular, o ângulo do arco longitudinal medial e a linha de Feiss devem ser realizadas com a articulação subtalar na posição neutra e relaxada. Este estudo analisou a correlação entre as medidas da articulação subtalar em posições neutra e relaxada durante os testes de avaliação do arco longitudinal medial. Métodos: Neste estudo transversal, 51 voluntários saudáveis (102 pés; 36 mulheres; 28 ± 5 anos, 1,66 ± 0,10 m; 24,5 ± 4,5 kg/m2) tiveram altura navicular, ângulo do arco longitudinal medial e linha de Feiss medida nas posições neutra e relaxada. A correlação entre eles foi avaliada pelo teste de Pearson. Resultados: Houve uma correlação muito forte das medidas de linha de Feiss de 102 pés entre a posição neutra e relaxada (r = 0,81) e uma correlação moderada entre o ângulo do arco longitudinal medial (r = 0,78) e altura navicular nas posições neutra e relaxada (r = 0,76). Conclusão: As medidas do arco medial longitudinal entre as posições neutra e relaxada estão fortemente correlacionadas. Não é necessário, portanto, medir o arco longitudinal medial nas posições neutra e relaxada. Nível de Evidência II, Estudos diagnósticos - Investigação de um exame para diagnóstico.

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The natural history of the disease, and the treatment of post-COVID-19 patients, are still being built. Symptoms are persistent, even in mild cases, and the infection consequences include fatigue, dyspnea, tachycardia, muscle loss, and reduced functional capacity. Regarding cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, there seems to be an improvement in functional capacity, quality of life, and prognosis with the 6-Minute Walk Test used as a prognostic and therapeutic evaluator. Therefore, this case series report aims to present our experience with four cases of different severity levels, involved in a post-COVID-19 cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program. These patients were assessed with the 6-Minute Walk Test, peripheral muscle strength, and double product at rest, to assess the results after a three-month rehabilitation protocol of at least 300 minutes per week. The four patients had their distance covered during the walk test increased between 16% and 94%. Peripheral muscle strength was improved by 20% to six times the baseline values, and double product at rest was reduced by 8% to 42%. The cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program had a positive impact on these cases, improving functional capacity despite the different severity levels in these post-COVID-19 cases.

A história natural da doença e o tratamento de pacientes após a COVID-19 ainda se apresentam em construção. Os sintomas são persistentes, mesmo em casos leves, e as consequências decorrentes da infecção incluem fadiga, dispneia, taquicardia, perda de massa muscular e diminuição da capacidade funcional. Sobre a reabilitação cardiopulmonar, parece haver melhora na capacidade funcional, na qualidade de vida e no prognóstico com o Teste da Caminhada de 6 Minutos, sendo este utilizado como avaliador prognóstico e terapêutico. Assim, o objetivo deste relato de casos é descrever a experiência de quatro casos, de diferentes gravidades, que realizaram um programa de reabilitação cardiopulmonar pós-COVID-19, avaliados com Teste da Caminhada de 6 Minutos, força muscular periférica e duplo produto em repouso, para verificar o efeito da reabilitação após 3 meses de protocolo de, no mínimo, 300 minutos por semana. Os quatro casos apresentaram aumento da distância percorrida no teste da caminhada entre 16% e 94%. Houve aumento da força muscular periférica em 20% até seis vezes seu valor inicial, e a redução do duplo produto em repouso variou entre 8% e 42%. O programa de reabilitação cardiopulmonar apresentou impacto positivo nos casos acompanhados, com melhora da capacidade funcional, mesmo com a variabilidade da gravidade dos casos pós-COVID-19.

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Qualitative Health research procedures that are not always applied, mainly in the analysis phase. Our objective is to present a systematized technique of step-by-step procedures for qualitative content analysis in the health field: Clinical-Qualitative Content Analysis. Our proposal consider that the qualitative research applied to the field of health, can acquire a perspective analogous to clinical practice and aims to interpret meanings expressed in reports through individual interviews or statements. This analysis takes part of the Clinical-Qualitative Method. The literature review was realized through: a book chapter, eight original articles and three methodological articles. The Clinical-qualitative Content Analysis technique comprises seven steps: 1) Editing material for analysis; 2) Floating reading; 3) Construction of the units of analysis; 4) Construction of codes of meaning; 5) General refining of the codes and the Construction of categories; 6) Discussion; 7) Validity. The clinical-qualitative analysis presupposes and involves a critical reflection on the processes carried out at each step. This reflection is an extremely rich process, if carried out collectively and in dialogue with other researchers with some proficiency in qualitative methods.

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