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Introdução: A lombalgia é uma condição prevalente e que apresenta importante impacto na capacidade funcional e na qualidade de vida, sendo a sua correta abordagem na Atenção Primária à Saúde fundamental para a identificação e o estabelecimento de um diagnóstico etiológico precoce de possíveis patologias que possam estar relacionadas a desfechos mórbidos e a graves limitações funcionais. Apresentação do caso: Paciente de 56 anos, sexo masculino, hipertenso, foi encaminhado para serviço especializado de reumatologia com histórico de lombalgia havia mais de 20 anos. Ao exame físico foi constatada presença de deformidades da coluna vertebral e extensa limitação de movimentos. Exames radiográficos mostravam esclerose de articulações sacroilíacas, osteopenia difusa e coluna vertebral em aspecto de "bambu". Conclusões: Constata-se a importância de que na abordagem das lombalgias na atenção primária se busque o reconhecimento de possíveis etiologias graves e potencialmente incapacitantes que possam estar subjacentes à queixa de dor lombar. Com esse objetivo, é fundamental o reconhecimento das chamadas red flags relacionadas às lombalgias, além de sua caracterização como mecânica ou inflamatória. Perante a atuação da atenção primária no oferecimento de um cuidado pautado na integralidade e na prevenção de agravos, reafirma-se a importância de uma avaliação clínica pormenorizada das lombalgias nesse nível de atenção à saúde.

Introduction: Low back pain is a prevalent condition that has an important impact on functional capacity and quality of life, and its correct approach in Primary Care is fundamental to the identification and establishment of an early etiological diagnosis of possible pathologies that may be related to outcomes morbid conditions and serious functional limitations. Case presentation: 56-year-old male patient, hypertensive, referred to a specialized rheumatology service with a history of low back pain for over 20 years. Physical examination revealed the presence of spinal deformities and extensive movement limitations. Radiographic examinations showing sclerosis of the sacro-iliac joints, diffuse osteopenia and a "bamboo" appearance of the spine. Conclusions: It is important that in the approach of low back pain in Primary Care, we seek to recognize possible serious and potentially disabling etiologies that may underlie the complaint of low back pain. For that, it is essential to recognize the so-called "red flags" related to low back pain, in addition to its characterization as mechanical or inflammatory. Given the role of Primary Care in offering care based on integrality and in the prevention of injuries, the importance of a detailed clinical assessment of low back pain at this level of health care is reaffirmed.

Introducción: La lumbalgia es una patología prevalente que tiene un impacto importante en la capacidad funcional y la calidad de vida, y su correcto abordaje en Atención Primaria de Salud es fundamental para la identificación y establecimiento de un diagnóstico etiológico precoz de posibles patologías que puedan estar relacionadas con los resultados, condiciones morbosas y limitaciones funcionales graves. Presentación del caso: Paciente masculino de 56 años, hipertenso, remitido a servicio especializado de reumatología con antecedentes de dolor lumbar de más de 20 años. El examen físico reveló la presencia de deformidades de la columna y amplias limitaciones de movimiento. Los exámenes radiológicos muestran esclerosis de las articulaciones sacroilíacas, osteopenia difusa y una apariencia de "bambú" de la columna. Conclusiones: Es importante que al abordar la lumbalgia en Atención Primaria de Salud busquemos reconocer las posibles etiologías graves y potencialmente incapacitantes que pueden subyacer a la queja de lumbalgia. Con este objetivo, es fundamental reconocer las llamadas "banderas rojas" relacionadas con la lumbalgia, además de su caracterización como mecánica o inflamatoria. Dado el papel de Atención Primaria de Salud a la hora de ofrecer una atención basada en la integralidad y prevención de enfermedades, se reafirma la importancia de una evaluación clínica detallada de la lumbalgia en este nivel de atención sanitaria.

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The aims were (i) to determine the effects of Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) on sleep disturbances, pain intensity and disability in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP), and (ii) to determine the dose-response association between CBT-I dose (total minutes) and improvements in sleep disorders, pain intensity and disability in patients with CMP. A comprehensive search was conducted in PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, CINAHL, and SCOPUS until December 17, 2023. Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) using CBT-I without co-interventions in people with CMP and sleep disorders were eligible. Two reviewers independently extracted data and assessed risk of bias and certainty of the evidence. A random effects meta-analysis was applied to determine the effects on the variables of interest. The dose-response association was assessed using a restricted cubic spline model. Eleven RCTs (n = 1801 participants) were included. We found a significant effect in favor of CBT-I for insomnia (SMD: -1.34; 95%CI: -2.12 to -0.56), with a peak effect size at 450 min of CBT-I (-1.65, 95%CI: -1.89 to -1.40). A non-significant effect was found for pain intensity. A meta-analysis of disability was not possible due to the lack of data. This review found benefits of CBT-I for insomnia compared to control interventions, with a large effect size. In addition, it was estimated that a 250-min dose of CBT-I had a large effect on reducing insomnia and that the peak effect was reached at 450 min. These novel findings may guide clinicians in optimizing the use of CBT-I in people with CMP and insomnia.

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Objectives. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) of the shoulder may manifest subclinically. By combining risk assessment and clinical instruments, it may be advisable to recognize workers who may develop more complex MSDs early. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between biomechanical risk factors and subacromial pain provocation in healthy manufacturing workers. Methods. A cross-sectional descriptive observational study was carried out with workers in the furniture manufacturing industry. The occupational repetitive action (OCRA) checklist was applied to detect risk factors and three clinical tests used to detect subacromial tissue reactivity: the supraspinatus test, the painful arc test and the Hawkins-Kennedy test. Results. The positivity of the clinical tests is higher in the supraspinatus test, followed by the Hawkins-Kennedy test, and lowest in the painful arc test, for both the right and left shoulders. No significant associations were found with the overall OCRA checklist index or specific biomechanical factors. Conclusion. The biomechanical risk factors and the provocation of subacromial pain reviewed in this study were not found to be related. Other physical tests that are more sensitive and adapted to workers at risk of developing musculoskeletal shoulder disorders should be explored.

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BACKGROUND: Corticosteroid injections are frequently used in the short-term treatment of musculoskeletal pain, but their use is controversial as repeated exposures to corticosteroids can lead to deleterious effects on musculoskeletal tissue. Ozone injections have been proposed as a possible treatment for musculoskeletal pain; however, their effectiveness has not been compared with corticosteroids. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of ozone injections for reducing pain in individuals with musculoskeletal pain in comparison with corticosteroid injections through a meta-analysis. METHODS: An online systematic search was performed using electronic databases up to September 2023. We searched for studies that compared corticosteroid injections with ozone injections in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain of diverse origins. RESULTS: Eleven studies were included comprising a total of 534 individuals. In the overall pooled analysis, a pain reduction in favor of corticosteroid injections was found in the short term (d= 0.31, 95% CI 0.01 to 0.60, p (z) 0.04, I2 = 32%). In the medium term, no significant differences were found in reducing pain between groups (d=-0.17, 95% CI -0.42 to 0.07, p (z) 0.15, I2 = 0%). CONCLUSIONS: Our results suggest that corticosteroids injections are more effective in reducing musculoskeletal pain in the short term, but equally effective in the medium term when compared with ozone injections. Nonetheless, better-quality clinical trials are necessary to corroborate these results.

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ABSTRACT Background: Musculoskeletal inflammatory lesions in chronic Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) infection have not been thoroughly assessed using whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (WBMRI). This study aimed to determine the prevalence of these lesions in such patients. Methods: From September 2018 to February 2019, patients with positive Chikungunya-specific serology (Immunoglobulin M/Immunoglobulin G anti-CHIKV), with a history of polyarthralgia for > 6 months prior to MRI with no pre-existing rheumatic disorders, underwent 3T WBMRI and localized MRI. The evaluation focused on musculoskeletal inflammatory lesions correlated with chronic CHIKV infection. Pain levels were assessed using a visual analogue scale on the same day as WBMRI. Results: The study included 86 patients of whom 26 met the inclusion criteria. All patients reported pain and most (92.3%) categorized it as moderate or severe. The most common finding across joints was effusion, particularly in the tibiotalar joint (57.7%) and bursitis, with the retrocalcaneal bursa most affected (48.0%). Tenosynovitis was prevalent in the flexor compartment of the hands (44.2%), while Kager fat pad and soleus edema were also observed. Bone marrow edema-like signals were frequently seen in the sacroiliac joints (19.2%). Most WBMRI findings were classified as mild. Conclusions: This study represents the first utilization of 3T WBMRI to assess musculoskeletal inflammatory disorders in chronic CHIKV infection. The aim was to identify the most affected joints and prevalent lesions, providing valuable insights for future research and clinical management of this condition regarding understanding disease pathophysiology, developing targeted treatment strategies, and using advanced imaging techniques in the assessment of musculoskeletal manifestations.

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Abstract: This study aimed to analyze the incidence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD) in Brazil from 2007 to 2019, examining the spatial, temporal, and spatiotemporal patterns of their occurrence. An ecological time series study was conducted using spatial analysis techniques. WMSD morbidity data from 2007 to 2019 were collected from the Brazilian Information System for Notificable Diseases of the Brazilian Health Informatics Department. Incidence rates were standardized and smoothed using the local empirical Bayes' theorem. Time trends were analyzed by segmented linear regression. Spatial analysis was performed using Moran's univariate global (I) and local (LISA) indexes. The spatiotemporal scan statistic was used to identify high-risk spatiotemporal clusters for WMSD. A total of 93,387 cases of WMSD were recorded in Brazil. Temporal trends showed an increase in all regions except the Northeast, which remained stable. The incidence of WMSD showed a spatial dependence, with spatial and space-time clusters identified, especially in the Southeast region, overlapping the largest economic-industrial center of the country. The spatiotemporal clustering observed in one region suggests the highest level of industrial and economic development. Our findings highlight the need to implement intersectoral surveillance policies, inspect working conditions, and invest in the prevention and promotion of workers' health.

Resumo: O objetivo foi analisar a incidência de distúrbios osteomusculares relacionados ao trabalho (DORT) no Brasil de 2007 a 2019, examinando os padrões espaciais, temporais e espaço-temporais de sua ocorrência. Foi realizado um estudo ecológico de séries temporais utilizando técnicas de análise espacial. Os dados de morbidade por DORT de 2007 a 2019 foram coletados do Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação do Departamento de Informática do SUS. As taxas de incidência foram padronizadas e suavizadas pelo método de Bayes empírico local. As tendências temporais foram examinadas por meio de regressão linear segmentada. A análise espacial foi realizada utilizando-se os índices univariados de Moran global (I) e índice de Moran local (LISA). A estatística de varredura espaço-temporal foi aplicada para identificar aglomerados espaço-temporais de DORT de alto risco. Foram registrados 93.387 casos de DORT no Brasil. A tendência temporal mostrou aumento em todas as regiões, exceto no Nordeste, que se manteve estável. A incidência de DORT apresentou dependência espacial e foram identificados aglomerados espaciais e espaço-temporais, particularmente na Região Sudeste, sobrepondo-se ao maior centro econômico-industrial do país. A aglomeração espaço-temporal observada em uma região sugere maior nível de desenvolvimento industrial e econômico. Os achados evidenciam a necessidade de implementação de políticas intersetoriais de vigilância, fiscalização das condições de trabalho e investimentos na prevenção e promoção da saúde do trabalhador.

Resumen: El objetivo fue analizar la incidencia de los trastornos musculoesqueléticos relacionados con el trabajo (TMERT) en Brasil del 2007 al 2019, examinando los patrones espaciales, temporales y espacio-temporales de su incidencia. Se realizó un estudio ecológico de series temporales usando técnicas de análisis espacial. Los datos de morbilidad por TMERT del 2007 al 2019 se recolectaron del Sistema de Información de Enfermedades de Notificación Obligatoria del Departamento de Informática del Sistema Único de Salud. Las tasas de incidencia se estandarizaron y se suavizaron usando el método de Bayes empírico local. Las tendencias temporales se examinaron mediante regresión lineal segmentada. El análisis espacial se realizó utilizando los índices univariados de Moran global (I) y el índice de Moran local (LISA). Se aplicó la estadística de análisis espacio-temporal para identificar aglomerados espacio-temporales de TMERT de alto riesgo. En Brasil se registraron 93.387 casos de TMERT. La tendencia temporal mostró aumento en todas las regiones, salvo en el Nordeste, que se mantuvo estable. La incidencia de TMERT presentó dependencia espacial y se identificaron aglomerados espaciales y espacio-temporales, particularmente en la región Sudeste, superponiéndose al centro económico-industrial más grande del país. La aglomeración espacio-temporal observada en una región sugiere un mayor nivel de desarrollo industrial y económico. Los hallazgos resaltan la necesidad de implementar políticas intersectoriales de vigilancia, inspección de las condiciones de trabajo e inversiones en la prevención y promoción de la salud del trabajador.

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Prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) is a transmembrane protein expressed in normal prostate cells and overexpressed in prostate cancer. Consequently, it is an important tool in the evaluation of prostate cancer, including the staging of high-risk patients and the assessment of biochemical recurrence. Despite the "specific" designation, benign musculoskeletal conditions, such as fractures, osteodegenerative changes, and fibrous dysplasia, can also show PSMA uptake, which can lead to misinterpretation of the imaging findings. Therefore, radiologists must be aware of these potential pitfalls, understand their causes, and fully analyze their morphologic features on unfused computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging scans to correctly interpret the examination. In this pictorial essay, we review the basic characteristics of the 68Ga-PSMA positron-emission tomography/CT (PET/CT) radiotracer, discuss potential causes of false-positive findings on 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT in the musculoskeletal system, and illustrate the corresponding imaging findings.

O antígeno de membrana próstata específico (PSMA) é uma proteína transmembrana que apresenta expressão em células prostáticas normais e superexpressão em neoplasia da próstata. Dessa forma, é uma importante ferramenta na avaliação da neoplasia prostática, de utilidade no estadiamento de pacientes de alto risco e na análise de recorrência bioquímica. Apesar do termo "específico", condições musculoesqueléticas benignas podem demonstrar captação de PSMA, como fraturas, alterações osteodegenerativas e displasia fibrosa, podendo levar a uma avaliação equivocada dos achados de imagem. Assim, o radiologista deve conhecer esses potenciais pitfalls, compreender suas causas e analisar as características morfológicas nas imagens não fundidas de TC e RM para interpretar corretamente o exame. Neste ensaio iconográfico, revisaremos as características básicas do radiofármaco 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT, discutiremos possíveis causas de resultados falso-positivos na 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT no sistema musculoesquelético e ilustraremos os achados de imagem correspondentes.

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Introducción. La kinesiología musculoesquelética pediátrica es una especialidad reconocida en el mundo pero que en Chile está muy poco desarrollada. Objetivo. El objetivo de este estudio fue recolectar la opinión de profesionales acerca de la kinesiología musculoesquelética pediátrica en Chile, para exponer la creciente necesidad que existe de fomentar esta área en el país. Esto para impulsar su desarrollo y buscar alcanzar los estándares europeos y norte americanos, donde ésta se reconoce como una especialidad. Métodos. Se utilizó una encuesta online de 10 preguntas creada por la autora para recopilar la opinión de traumatólogos/as, kinesiólogos/as y estudiantes de último año de kinesiología acerca de la kinesiología musculoesquelética pediátrica en Chile. Los resultados se presentan como frecuencia absoluta y porcentaje de respuesta para cada pregunta. Resultados. de las 232 respuestas, 82.92% fueron de kinesiólogos/as y 8.19% fueron de traumatólogos/as. De acuerdo con estos profesionales, la kinesiología es un complemento esencial a la traumatología (98.71%), y la kinesiología pediátrica es diferente a la de los/as adultos/as (92.67%). Esta última requiere de habilidades técnicas (89.22%) y relacionales (96.98%) específicas. También se piensa que es un área poco desarrollada en Chile (90.09%), la cual debería desarrollarse (89.66%). Conclusiones. los traumatólogos/as y kinesiólogos/as de Chile están de acuerdo en que la kinesiología musculoesquelética pediátrica es un área de práctica que está poco desarrollada y que debería desarrollarse en Chile. Este estudio muestra un vacío que existe en la kinesiología chilena, el cual debería llenarse con futuras investigaciones científicas y cambios en los programas educacionales.

Background. Pediatric musculoskeletal physiotherapy is a recognized specialty in the world but it is underdeveloped in Chile. Objective. The aim of this study was to collect professionals' opinion about pediatric musculoskeletal physiotherapy in Chile to expose the growing need to promote this area of practice in the country. This to encourage its development for the good of our children and adolescents, and to seek to achieve European and north American standards, where this area of practice is recognized as specialty. Methods. An online self-created survey was used to collect orthopedic medical doctors and physiotherapists' opinions on pediatric musculoskeletal physiotherapy in Chile trough 10 Likert scale questions. Results are presented as absolute frequency and percentage for each question. Results. 232 responses were included in the analysis, where 82.92% of the responders were physiotherapists and 8.19% were orthopedic medical doctors. According to these professionals, physiotherapy is an essential complement to orthopedics (98.71%), and pediatric physiotherapy is different from adult physiotherapy (92.67%), so it needs technical (89.22%) and relational (96.98%) specific skills. They also think that it is an underdeveloped area of expertise in Chile (90.09%) that should be developed (89.66%). Conclusions. Chilean orthopedic medical doctors and physiotherapists agreed that pediatric musculoskeletal physiotherapy is an underdeveloped area of practice that should be developed in the country. This study shows an existing void in Chilean physiotherapy that should be filled in with future research and changes in educational programs.

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Introducción: El aislamiento social impuesto por la pandemia de la COVID-19 ha obligado a adaptarse a la educación a distancia. Objetivo: Determinar la prevalencia de trastornos musculoesqueléticos y su asociación con las prácticas ergonómicas durante el uso de la computadora en estudiantes de una universidad peruana. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio transversal en octubre de 2020. La muestra se compuso por 738 estudiantes, a quienes se les aplicaron el cuestionario nórdico estandarizado, para detectar síntomas de trastornos musculoesqueléticos, y otro desarrollado por los autores, para evaluar las prácticas ergonómicas. Resultados: La prevalencia de trastornos musculoesqueléticos fue de 97,4 %. Las regiones más afectadas resultaron el cuello (85,5 %), la región lumbar (73 %) y la dorsal (70,2 %). Los estudiantes con antecedentes de algún traumatismo (PRa: 1,03; IC 95 %: 1,01-1,04) que, durante el uso de la computadora, adoptaron las posturas decúbito prono (RPa: 1,02; IC 95 %: 1,01-1,04) y sentados con la cabeza inclinada (RPa: 1,03; IC 95 %: 1,00-1,07) tuvieron mayor prevalencia de un trastorno musculoesquelético. Conclusiones: Existe una alta prevalencia de trastornos musculoesqueléticos en los universitarios. Sobresalen el sexo femenino y quienes adoptan malas posturas durante el uso de la computadora; por tanto, se deben brindar medidas ergonómicas preventivas y de intervención en esta población.

Introduction: The social isolation imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic has made it necessary to adapt to distance education. Objective: To determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and their association with ergonomic practices during computer use in students from a Peruvian university. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in October 2020. The sample consisted of 738 students, they had the standardized Nordic questionnaire to detect symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders; and another, developed by the authors, to evaluate ergonomic practices. Results: The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders was 97.4%. The most affected regions were the neck (85.5%), the lumbar region (73%) and the dorsal region (70.2%). Students with history of trauma (PRa: 1.03; 95% CI: 1.01-1.04) who, while using the computer, adopted the prone position (RPa: 1.02; 95% CI : 1.01-1.04) and sitting with head tilted (RPa: 1.03; 95% CI: 1.00-1.07) had higher prevalence of a musculoskeletal disorder. Conclusions: There is high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in university students. The female sex and those who adopt incorrect postures while using the computer stand out; therefore, preventive and intervention ergonomic measures should be provided in this population.

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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Radical prostatectomy (RP) is a definitive surgical therapy for localized prostate cancer. Evidence suggests that the poor ergonomics of surgeons during RP may lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders and loss of productivity. Since each surgery modality has its physical demands, we compared the ergonomic risk between laparoscopic (LRP) and robotic-assisted (RARP) radical prostatectomy. METHODS: The study assessed the posture of 10 urological surgeons during LRP and RARP surgeries with the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) scale. RESULTS: We found that the RARP approach resulted in lower REBA scores over the LRP procedure. CONCLUSIONS: Robotic surgery improves body posture for the urological surgeon like in other medical specialties. However, the surgeons display harmful postures in both surgeries.

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Objetivo: El presente trabajo tuvo como objetivo determinar la relación entre el riesgo ergonómico y los trastornos musculoesqueléticos (TME) en los trabajadores de una industria alimentaria en el Callao, 2021. Materiales y métodos: Estudio con un enfoque cuantitativo, alcance correlacional, diseño transversal, no experimental. La muestra estuvo conformada por 184 trabajadores. Las variables principales se midieron con el método de Evaluación Rápida del Cuerpo Completo (REBA, por sus siglas en inglés) y los TME, con el Cuestionario Nórdico de Kuorinka. Se realizó el análisis bivariado para las variables principales y secundarias usando la prueba de chi al cuadrado, la correlación de Pearson y la prueba t de Student. Se consideró un nivel de significancia menor o igual a 0,05. Resultados: El 43,48 % tuvo un riesgo ergonómico bajo y el 79,89 % presentó TME que se desarrollaron, con mayor molestia, en la espalda, con un 27,03 %, y en la mano (muñeca derecha), con un 26,35 %. Además, se determinó que la relación entre el factor del riesgo ergonómico y los TME fue significativa (p = 0,001), con una fuerza de correlación positiva de 0,301. Asimismo, los TME se relacionaron con sexo (p = 0,015), estado civil (p = 0,011), tipo de contrato (p = 0,001) y puesto de trabajo (p = 0,000). Conclusiones: Se encontró relación entre el riesgo ergonómico y los TME en los trabajadores de una industria alimentaria en el Callao, 2021. Asimismo, la mayoría de los trabajadores presentaron TME, con mayor molestia en la espalda. Las variables del presente estudio deben tenerse en cuenta al explorar estrategias de intervención efectivas y concretas para evitar los TME. Se recomienda concientizar a los trabajadores y los empleadores sobre las medidas ergonómicas y personales apropiadas que son necesarias para mejorar la seguridad y el bienestar de los trabajadores.

Objective: To determine the relationship between ergonomic risk and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among food industry workers in Callao, 2021. Materials and methods: A quantitative, correlational, cross-sectional, non-experimental study. The sample consisted of 184 workers. The main variables were measured with the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) and the MSDs with Kuorinka's Standardized Nordic questionnaires. A bivariate analysis of the primary and secondary variables was performed using the chi-square test, Pearson correlation coefficient and Student's t-test. A significance level less than or equal to 0.05 was considered. Results: Out of all workers, 43.48 % had a low ergonomic risk and 79.89 % developed MSDs, with greater discomfort in the back, with 27.03 %, and the hand (right wrist), with 26.35 %. In addition, the relationship between the ergonomic risk factor and MSDs was significant (p = 0.001), with a positive correlation of 0.301. Likewise, MSDs were related to sex (p = 0.015), marital status (p = 0.011), type of contract (p = 0.001) and job position (p = 0.000). Conclusions: A relationship was found between ergonomic risk and MSDs among food industry workers in Callao, 2021. Moreover, most workers developed MSDs, with greater discomfort in the back. The variables of the present study should be taken into account when exploring effective and concrete intervention strategies to prevent MSDs. It is recommended to raise awareness of workers and employers about the appropriate ergonomic and personal measures necessary to improve the safety and well-being of workers.

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Objetivos: Estimar Anos de Vida Perdidos Ajustados pela Incapacidade - DALY decorrentes de distúrbios musculoesqueléticos em profissionais de enfermagem nas unidades hospitalares de uma instituição oncológica. Métodos: Estudo ecológico, utilizando banco de dados institucionais. Valores absolutos de DALY foram transformados em taxas por 100 mil habitantes, e calculadas por categoria profissional, sexo e faixa etária. Resultados: Estimou-se 3,78 DALY (2.136/100 mil) entre todos os profissionais de enfermagem; entre Técnicos de enfermagem 2,62 DALY (2186//100 mil); e entre Enfermeiros 1,15 DALY (2024/100mil). Maior DALY ocorreu entre técnicos de enfermagem, sexo feminino, faixa etária de 50 a 59 anos, cujo valor é 0,98 (3.161/100mil). As Dorsopatias geraram mais DALY (1,97 DALY), destacando-se as lombalgias e cervicalgias. Dos diagnósticos encontrados, 54% referiam-se a Doenças Osteomusculares Relacionadas ao Trabalho, e apresentaram 2,62 DALY (69% do total de DALY). Conclusão: Houve uma grande quantidade de DALY decorrente de doenças musculoesqueléticas entre os profissionais de enfermagem da instituição.

Objectives: To estimate Disability-Adjusted Life Years Lost - DALY due to musculoskeletal disorders in nursing professionals in the hospital units of an oncology institution. Methods: Ecological study, using institutional database. Absolute DALY values were transformed into rates per 100,000 inhabitants and calculated by professional category, sex and age group. Results: It was estimated 3.78 DALY (2,136/100 thousand) among all nursing professionals, among Nursing Technicians 2.62 DALY (2186//100 thousand) and among Nurses 1.15 DALY (2024/100 thousand). Higher DALYs occurred among female nursing technicians, aged 50 to 59 years with 0.98 DALY (3,161/100,000). Dorsopathies generated more DALY (1.97 DALY), especially low back pain and neck pain. Of the diagnoses found, 54% referred to Work-Related Musculoskeletal Diseases, and presented 2.62 DALYs (69% of the total DALY). Conclusion: There was a large amount of DALY due tomusculoskeletal disorders among nursing professionals at the institution.

Objetivos: Estimar los Años de Vida Ajustados en función de la Discapacidad (AVAD) derivada de los trastornos musculoesqueléticos entre los profesionales de enfermería en centros de una institución de oncología. Métodos: Estudio ecológico, basado en datos institucionales.Los valores absolutos de AVAD encontrados se transformaron en tasas por 100.000 habitantes, y se calcularon según categoría profesional, sexo y grupo de edad. Resultados:Se estimaron 3,78 AVAD (2.136/100.000) entre los profesionales de enfermería; 2,62 AVAD (2186/100.000) entre los técnicos de enfermería; y 1,15 AVAD (2.024/100.000) entre los enfermeros. El mayor AVAD ocurrió entre los técnicos de enfermería, del sexo femenino, de entre 50 y 59 años de edad, con el valor de 0,98 (3.161/100.000). Las dorsopatías generaron más AVAD (1,97 AVAD), especialmente lumbalgia y cervicalgia. El 54% de losdiagnósticos se refieren a Enfermedades Musculoesqueléticas Relacionadas con el Trabajo, con 2,62 AVAD (69% del total de AVAD). Conclusión: Existe una alta carga de enfermedad musculoesquelética entre los profesionales de enfermería de la institución en estudio.

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A decisão de escolha do método contraceptivo em situações clínicas especiais é desafiadora tanto para médicos quanto para pacientes. Em parte, isso se deve às contraindicações reais que alguns contraceptivos apresentam. Porém, há uma estreita relação com a falta de conhecimento e medo de muitos profissionais em prescrever métodos que, na realidade, são seguros. A má escolha do método contraceptivo para pacientes portadoras de condições específicas pode levar a diversos desfechos ruins, como piora da condição de base, ocorrência de eventos adversos indesejáveis e preveníveis e ocorrência de gravidez de alto risco indesejada. Dessa forma, foi realizada uma revisão na literatura com o objetivo de auxiliar profissionais médicos na decisão contraceptiva de pacientes portadoras de doenças reumatológicas e musculoesqueléticas, epilepsia, esclerose múltipla, transtornos alimentares, anemia falciforme e obesidade, e que já foram submetidas a cirurgia bariátrica.(AU)

The decision to choose the contraceptive method in special clinical situations is challenging for both physicians and patients. In part, this is due to the real contraindications that some contraceptives present. However, there is a close relationship with the lack of knowledge and fear of many professionals in prescribing methods that are actually safe. The poor choice of contraceptive method in patients with specific conditions can lead to several bad outcomes, such as worsening of the baseline condition, occurrence of undesirable and preventable adverse events and occurrence of an unwanted high-risk pregnancy. Thus, a literature review was carried out in order to assist medical professionals in the contraceptive decision of patients with rheumatological and musculoskeletal diseases, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, eating disorders, sickle cell anemia, obesity and who have already undergone bariatric surgery.(AU)

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PURPOSE: To compare functional and clinical variables of women with fibromyalgia (American College of Rheumatology [ACR] criteria) vs women diagnosed by doctors and women with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study. We used clinical measures, namely, Widespread Pain Index (WPI), Symptom Severity Scale (SSS), Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire-Revised (FIQ-R), Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Central Sensitization Inventory (CSI), Pain-Related Catastrophizing Thoughts Scale (PCTS), and functional measures, such as Sit-to-Stand (STS) test, and Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. RESULTS: The sample consisted of 91 participants divided into 3 groups: participants with KOA (n = 30), fibromyalgia diagnosed according to the ACR (FM-ACR, n = 31), and fibromyalgia according to the medical diagnosis (FM-Med, n = 30). In the comparisons, we observed a significant difference (P < 0.05) and a large effect size (d ≥ 0.8), between all groups, in the WPI, WPI + SSS, FIQ-R domains, CSI, and PCTS. We did not observe significant values in the correlations between the clinical variables, SST, and TUG test. CONCLUSION: People with fibromyalgia according, to the ACR, have higher levels of widespread pain, symptom severity, global impact on quality of life, central sensitization, and catastrophizing compared with people with knee OA and people with clinical fibromyalgia diagnosis not confirmed by the ACR diagnostic criteria.

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INTRODUÇÃO: O Agente Comunitário em Saúde, em seu ambiente de trabalho, lida com vários desafios, tais como: as inúmeras tarefas, a exigência de produtividade, a falta de recursos, os conflitos interpessoais e as condições salariais inadequadas, implicando assim em sobrecarga física e mental, aspectos que podem repercutir na qualidade de vida e no aparecimento de distúrbios osteomusculares. OBJETIVO: Avaliar a Qualidade de Vida no Trabalho (QVT) e a presença dos sintomas osteomusculares dos Agente Comunitário de Saúde (ACS). MÉTODOS: Trata-se de um estudo transversal, com amostragem por conveniência, cujos participantes foram os ACS atuantes nas Unidades de Saúde da Família do Segundo Distrito Sanitário de Saúde em Maceió - Alagoas. Coletou-se os dados por meio dos seguintes instrumentos: questionário sociodemográficos; questionário de avaliação da qualidade de vida no trabalho (QWLQ-bref); e o questionário de sintomas osteomusculares (QNSO). RESULTADOS: Participaram 38 ACS, sendo a maioria do sexo feminino (86,8%). Obtiveram um escore médio de QVT de 59,84, o que representa uma posição de satisfação. Já na análise por domínios, o pessoal, psicológico e físico também se encontram na faixa de satisfação, exceto o domínio profissional com escore de 53,44, classificado como neutro. Em relação aos sintomas osteomusculares, o pescoço (55,3%) e a coluna lombar (47,4%) foram as regiões mais acometidas nos últimos 12 meses. CONCLUSÃO: Os resultados deste estudo, sinalizam a necessidade de adoção de melhorias nas condições de trabalho, tanto no sentido de repensar as questões que repercutem na QVT quanto no manejo dos problemas musculoesqueléticos.

INTRODUCTION: The Community Health Agent, in their work environment, deals with several challenges, such as the numerous tasks, the demand for productivity, the lack of resources, interpersonal conflicts and inadequate salary conditions, thus implying physical and mental overload; aspects that can affect the quality of life and the onset of musculoskeletal disorders. OBJECTIVE: Evaluate the Quality of Life at Work (QWL) and the presence of musculoskeletal symptoms in Community Health Agents (CHA). METHODS: This is a cross-sectional study, with convenience sampling, in which the participants were the CHA servers working in the Family Health Units of the Second Health Health District in Maceió - Alagoas. Data were collected using the following instruments: a sociodemographic questionnaire; a quality of work life assessment questionnaire (QWLQ-bref); and the musculoskeletal symptoms questionnaire (QNSO). RESULTS: Thirty-eight CHAs participated, most of them female (86.8%). It was obtained an average QWL score of 59.84, which represents a satisfactory position. In the analysis by domains, the personal, psychological and physical are also in the range of satisfaction, except for the professional domain with a score of 53.44, classified as neutral. Regarding musculoskeletal symptoms, the neck (55.3%) and lumbar spine (47.4%) were the most affected regions in the last 12 months. CONCLUSIONS: The results of this study indicate the need to adopt improvements in working conditions, both in the sense of rethinking the issues that affect QWL, as well as in the management of musculoskeletal problems.

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OBJECTIVE: To propose a short version of the lower extremity functional scale (LEFS), to compare our short version with the different structures proposed for the LEFS by the specialized literature, and to verify the criterion validity of the best structure of the LEFS identified in our study. DESIGN: Cross-sectional observational study. SETTING: Physiotherapy clinics. PARTICIPANTS: We included 140 patients with lower limb dysfunction (N=140). INTERVENTIONS: None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: We used confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), χ2/degree of freedom (DF), comparative fit index (CFI), Tucker-Lewis index (TLI), root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA), standardized root mean squared residual (SRMR), Akaike information criterion (AIC), and Bayesian information criterion (BIC). The method of reducing the number of items of the LEFS considered the modification indices and factor loadings. RESULTS: The body site most affected by pain was the knee (71.4%), and the most common diagnoses were knee osteoarthritis (55%) and anterior knee pain (11.4%). LEFS reduction generated a 1-dimensional structure of the LEFS with 10 items (LEFS-10). When compared with other structures, the LEFS-10 presented the best fit indices (χ2/DF=1.88, CFI=0.975, TLI=0.968, RMSEA=0.079, and SRMR=0.058) and the lowest values of AIC (3287.063) and BIC (3345.896). LEFS-10 presents a high correlation (Spearman's correlation coefficient [ρ]=0.911, P<.001) with the 20-item LEFS. CONCLUSION: LEFS-10 is the proposal for a short version of the instrument with the most adequate internal structure, in addition to being satisfactorily correlated with the longer version of the instrument.

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Introduction: The authors proposed an application study of the Latin Questionnaire, an updated protocol to conduct the anamnestic study of work-related musculoskeletal disorders through closed questions and the introduction of a predetermined severity threshold that allows for epidemiological studies to be conducted, comparing the results of the exposed population with those of a reference population. Background: Similar protocols describing work-related musculoskeletal disorders occurring in the previous 12 months are available in the literature. For many of these, problems arise when the results must be processed collectively. Objectives: Here we present application examples, with comments on the results in terms of statistical significance of the comparison. Methods: The anamnestic study of the Latin Questionnaire is based on symptoms: discomfort, pain, and evaluation of paresthesia. Each symptom is described considering: location, duration, number of episodes, irradiation, and treatment. The model, which covers the previous 12 months, is designed to identify in the spine, upper and lower limbs: positive anamnestic case, case with minor disorders, negative case. Results: The original application examples show the scope of the disorders presented in the groups of workers exposed to known risk, in comparison with those of the reference group: the significance of the differences is estimated statistically. Conclusions: The Latin Questionnaire, also implemented in the digital format (free to download), allows for comparing the data of exposed and unexposed workers and their statistical significance easily and automatically.

Introducción: Los autores propusieron un estudio de aplicación del Cuestionario Latino, un protocolo actualizado para realizar el estudio anamnésico de los trastornos musculoesqueléticos relacionados con el trabajo a través de preguntas cerradas y la introducción de un umbral de gravedad predeterminada que permiten realizar estudios epidemiológicos comparando los resultados de la población expuesta con los de una población de referencia. Antecedentes: Se encuentran disponibles en la literatura protocolos similares que describen los trastornos musculoesqueléticos relacionados con el trabajo ocurridos en los 12 meses anteriores. Para muchos de estos surgen problemas cuando los resultados deben procesarse colectivamente. Objetivos: Aquí presentamos ejemplos de aplicación, con comentarios sobre los resultados en términos de significación estadística de la comparación. Métodos: El estudio anamnésico del Cuestionario Latino se basa en los síntomas: molestia, dolor y evaluación de parestesia. Cada síntoma se describe considerando: localización, duración, número de episodios, irradiación, tratamiento. El modelo, que cubre los 12 meses anteriores, está diseñado para identificar en la columna y en los miembros superiores e inferiores: caso anamnésico positivo, caso con trastornos menores, caso negativo. Resultados: Los ejemplos originales de aplicación muestran el alcance de los trastornos presentados en los grupos de trabajadores expuestos a un riesgo conocido, en comparación con los del grupo de referencia; la significancia de las diferencias se estima estadísticamente. Conclusiones: El Cuestionario Latino, implementado también en forma digital (de descarga gratuita), permite comparar de manera fácil y automática los datos de trabajadores expuestos y no expuestos y su significación estadística.

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Introdução: A relação entre o bem-estar subjetivo e a dor musculoesquelética crônica (DMC) é pouco conhecida. O bem-estar subjetivo é um estado afetivo de longo prazo, cujos componentes incluem o afeto positivo, o afeto negativo e a avaliação da própria vida ou satisfação com a vida. A DMC é geralmente definida como a dor de duração maior que 3 ou 6 meses, sendo classificada como primária quando representa a doença por si só, ou secundária, quando faz parte de processo de adoecimento que afeta ossos, articulações, músculos. A presente tese investigou a associação de dois componentes do bem-estar subjetivo, sintomas depressivos e satisfação com a vida, com a DMC no joelho acompanhada ou não de incapacidade (artigo original 1). Também foi investigada a associação entre a satisfação com a vida e a presença e gravidade da DMC, investigada em nove sítios corporais (artigo original 2). Métodos: Foram realizados dois estudos transversais com dados coletados durante a linha de base (2012-2014) da coorte ELSA-Brasil Musculoesquelético (ELSA-Brasil MSK). No artigo original 1, a DMC no joelho foi categorizada segundo a presença ou não de incapacidade avaliada por pergunta sobre limitações para realizar as atividades diárias devido à dor (geral), pela subescala de função do WOMAC (atividades diárias) e pelo teste sentar levantar repetido (objetiva). No artigo original 2, a DMC em um ou mais sítios foi caracterizada segundo a presença de incapacidade geral, necessidade de uso de serviço de saúde (DMC problemática) e espalhamento (DMC em múltiplos locais e DMC generalizada). Os sintomas depressivos foram avaliados pelo questionário Clinical Interview Schedule, Revised (CIS-R) e a satisfação com a vida pela escala de Satisfação com a Vida. As associações foram estimadas por regressão logística binomial para DMC no joelho e DMC em qualquer local (artigo original 1 e 2, respectivamente), e por regressão logística multinomial para todas as demais variáveis resposta. Resultados: A amostra incluiu aproximadamente 3.000 participantes, com média de idade de 56 anos (+/- 9 anos) e leve predominância de mulheres (53%). Após ajuste para fatores sociodemográficos e clínicos, sintomas depressivos se associaram positivamente à DMC no joelho acompanhada de incapacidade para atividades diárias, avaliada pela subescala de função do WOMAC (OR: 2,30; IC 95% 1,45 ­ 3,66) e incapacidade objetiva, avaliada pelo teste sentar levantar repetido (OR: 1,95; IC 95% 1,29 ­ 2,93). No artigo original 1, a satisfação com a vida se associou inversamente à DMC no joelho independentemente da presença de incapacidade (medida por qualquer instrumento), embora associações de maior magnitude tenham sido observadas quando a dor era acompanhada de incapacidade. Resultado semelhante foi observado no artigo original 2, no qual a satisfação com a vida associou-se inversamente à DMC em qualquer local (OR: 0,95; IC 95%: 0,94-0,97), sendo a magnitude da associação mais forte para DMC de maior gravidade: DMC acompanhada de incapacitante geral (OR: 0,94; IC 95%: 0,92-0,96); DMC em múltiplos locais (OR: 0,93; IC 95%:0,91-0,95); DMC generalizada (OR: 0,93; IC 95%: 0,90-0,96). Conclusão: Os achados dos estudos incluídos nessa tese indicam a importância de se considerar tanto os aspectos negativos (depressão) quanto positivos (satisfação com a vida) do bem-estar subjetivo durante a avaliação de indivíduos com DMC, especialmente na presença de apresentações clínicas mais graves.

Little is known about the relationship between subjective well-being and chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP). Subjective well-being is an enduring affective state, which is composed by positive affect, negative affect, and the evaluation of one's overall life or life satisfaction. CMP is generally defined as pain lasting for more than 6 months, being classified as primary if conceived as a disease, or secondary if it is part of an underlying illness affecting the bones, joints, muscles. The present thesis investigated the association of two components of subjective well-being, depressive symptoms and life satisfaction, with knee CMP accompanied or not by disability (original article 1). The association between life satisfaction and the presence and severity of CMP located in at least one of nine evaluated body sites was also investigated (original article 2). Methods: Two cross-sectional studies were performed using data collected at baseline (2012- 2014) of the ELSA-Brasil Musculoskeletal cohort (ELSA-Brasil MSK). In the original article 1, knee CMP accompanied or not by disability was assessed by a question on pain-related limitations to perform everyday activities (overall), WOMAC's physical function subscale (daily tasks) and five-times sit-to-stand test (objective). In original article 2, CMP at one or more sites was characterized by the presence of overall disability, requirement of healthcare utilization (troublesome CMP) and spreadness (multisite CMP and generalized CMP). Depressive symptoms were assessed by Clinical Interview Schedule, Revised (CIS-R), and life satisfaction by the Satisfaction with Life Scale. Associations were estimated by binomial logistic regressions for CMP at the knee and at any site (original article 1 and 2, respectively), and by multinomial logistic regressions for all other response variables. Results: The sample included approximately 3,000 participants, with mean age of 56 +/- 9 years-old and slight predominance of women (53%). After adjustment for sociodemographic and clinical factors, depressive symptoms were positively associated with knee CMP accompanied by daily tasks disability, assessed by WOMAC's physical function subscale (OR: 2.30; 95% CI 1.45 - 3.66) and objective disability, assessed by five-times sit-to-stand test (OR: 1.95; 95% CI 1.29 - 2.93). In original article 1, life satisfaction was inversely associated with knee CMP, irrespectively of the presence of disability (measured by any instrument), although associations of stronger magnitude had been observed when knee CMP was accompanied by disabling. A similar result was observed in original article 2, where life satisfaction was inversely associated with CMP at any site (OR: 0.95; 95% IC: 0.94-0.97), with associations of stronger magnitude being observed for more severe CMP: CMP accompanied by overall disability (OR: 0.94; 95%IC: 0.92-0.96); multisite CMP (OR: 0.93; 95% IC:0.91-0.95); generalized CMP (OR: 0.93; IC95%: 0.90-0.96). Conclusion: Findings from the studies included in this thesis indicate the importance of addressing negative aspects of subjective well-being (depressive symptoms), as well as its positive aspects (life satisfaction), during the assessment of individuals with CMP, especially in the presence of more severe clinical presentations.

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Abstract Prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) is a transmembrane protein expressed in normal prostate cells and overexpressed in prostate cancer. Consequently, it is an important tool in the evaluation of prostate cancer, including the staging of high-risk patients and the assessment of biochemical recurrence. Despite the "specific" designation, benign musculoskeletal conditions, such as fractures, osteodegenerative changes, and fibrous dysplasia, can also show PSMA uptake, which can lead to misinterpretation of the imaging findings. Therefore, radiologists must be aware of these potential pitfalls, understand their causes, and fully analyze their morphologic features on unfused computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging scans to correctly interpret the examination. In this pictorial essay, we review the basic characteristics of the 68Ga-PSMA positron-emission tomography/CT (PET/CT) radiotracer, discuss potential causes of false-positive findings on 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT in the musculoskeletal system, and illustrate the corresponding imaging findings.

Resumo O antígeno de membrana próstata específico (PSMA) é uma proteína transmembrana que apresenta expressão em células prostáticas normais e superexpressão em neoplasia da próstata. Dessa forma, é uma importante ferramenta na avaliação da neoplasia prostática, de utilidade no estadiamento de pacientes de alto risco e na análise de recorrência bioquímica. Apesar do termo "específico", condições musculoesqueléticas benignas podem demonstrar captação de PSMA, como fraturas, alterações osteodegenerativas e displasia fibrosa, podendo levar a uma avaliação equivocada dos achados de imagem. Assim, o radiologista deve conhecer esses potenciais pitfalls, compreender suas causas e analisar as características morfológicas nas imagens não fundidas de TC e RM para interpretar corretamente o exame. Neste ensaio iconográfico, revisaremos as características básicas do radiofármaco 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT, discutiremos possíveis causas de resultados falso-positivos na 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT no sistema musculoesquelético e ilustraremos os achados de imagem correspondentes.

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This study is a narrative review aiming at evaluating the current literature of the last 5 years on gamification and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. The article search involved the following MeSH terms at PubMed: "gamification," "exergaming," and "rehabilitation." Original studies in English language were included. RECENT FINDINGS: After careful analysis of the search results, 17 articles were included in this review. The use of games for rehabilitation was investigated in musculoskeletal rehabilitation conditions such as shoulder surgery, impingement syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, low back pain, fibromyalgia, fracture, and ligament reconstruction. Results were similar or superior to conventional physical therapy or home-based exercises, with the additional benefit of improving motivation to the exercise program. Improvements in quality of life and perceived health status were also observed. The cost-effectiveness of this type of technology was also mentioned as an advantage of exergames in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Studies involving gamification in musculoskeletal rehabilitation stress the potential of this resource in several aspects of physical fitness, health, and quality of life, also improving motivation and adherence to the exercise treatment.