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Symptoms of psychological distress and disorder have been widely reported in people under quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic;in addition to severe disruption of peoples’ daily activity and sleep patterns This study investigates the association between physical-activity levels and sleep patterns in quarantined individuals An international Google online survey was launched in April 6th, 2020 for 12-weeks Forty-one research organizations from Europe, North-Africa, Western-Asia, and the Americas promoted the survey through their networks to the general society, which was made available in 14 languages The survey was presented in a differential format with questions related to responses “before” and “during” the confinement period Participants responded to the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire and the short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire 5056 replies (59 4% female), from Europe (46 4%), Western-Asia (25 4%), America (14 8%) and North-Africa (13 3%) were analysed The COVID-19 home confinement led to impaired sleep quality, as evidenced by the increase in the global PSQI score (4 37 ± 2 71 before home confinement vs 5 32 ± 3 23 during home confinement) (p

Background: Exercise is an effective non-pharmacological intervention for the enhancement of neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory health. In particular, High-Intense Intermittent Training (HIIT) has been implicated in health management; however, in specific populations such as the elderly, is needed more investigations. Objective: The aim is to determine the impact of HIIT in the neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory fitness of the elderly. Methods: Thirty-two elderly volunteers, 71.0 ± 2.1 years, were randomly divided into two groups, control (CG) (n = 16), that did not participate in any interventions, and experimental (EG) (n = 16) that participated in a 12-week exercise program based on HIIT 3 times a week, and 40 minutes by a meeting. Both groups were subjected before and after the intervention period to neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory testing, and monthly were clinically evaluated by a Physician. Results: No orthopaedic events were reported to both groups, and the CG showed no enhancement to all variables. The EG, muscular endurance of the upper limbs was enhanced (p p p p p Conclusion: HIIT is an effective strategy to promote enhancement of neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory fitness in the elderly and showed safe because no orthopaedic and cardiovascular events were reported.

Introdução: O exercício físico é indicado como medida profilática no tratamento da osteoporose, diminuindo a perda da massa óssea, bem como, em alguns casos proporcionando sua remodelação. Objetivo: Analisar, através de uma revisão sistemática, as evidências científicas acerca dos efeitos do exercício físico na densidade mineral óssea de idosos. Método: Trata-se de um estudo de revisão sistemática da literatura, realizada nas bases de dados SciELO, BVS, PubMed, Web of Science através dos descritores controlados, Idoso, Exercício e Densidade Mineral Óssea, bem como suas traduções para o espanhol e inglês, de acordo com os DeCS e Mesh, publicados entre os anos de 2014 a 2019. Resultados: Levando-se em consideração o Protocolo de Exercícios, os testes mais aplicados foram, Raios X de Dupla Energia (DXA) com 66,66% seguindo pelos cálculos do índice de massa corporal (IMC) com 22,22%, além dos testes de caminhada, Clinical Falls Instrumento de avaliação de riscos (QuickScreen), Timed Up and Go (TUG), Teste de Alcance Funcional (FRT), 1 repetição máxima (RM), vibração vertical plataforma Fitvibe Excel Pro, todos com 11,12%. Vale a pena ressaltar que houve relação significativa entre o exercício físico e o incremento da DMO, nos estudos selecionados. Conclusão: De acordo com os resultados obtidos nessa revisão, podemos concluir que o exercício físico atua de forma significativa na profilaxia e tratamento da osteoporose.

Studies have demonstrated the positive effects of acupuncture on athletic performance. The aim of this study was to determine the acute effects of acupuncture on heart rate, the perceived exertion scale and lactate levels in recreational athletes. Fifteen competitive males engaged in HIIT. The characteristic was 29.86±2.51 years old, heart rate reserve 59.00±3.33, lactate 3.17±0.50 mM/DL. The subjects were submitted to two exercise sessions. Both training sessions consisted of 10 burpees, 12 thrusters and 14 box jumps (75 cm high) for 12 minutes. Activity intensity was between 85 and 95% of maximum heart rate. Acupuncture points: ST36, L3, LI11. The student’s t-test was adopted, Shapiro-Wilk test was applied for normality, and Pearson correlation. There was a positive correlation of r = 0.69 between lactate levels and heart rate. Lactate: Lac1 15.00±1.18 – Lac2 19.59± 1.46 p= 0.0001*; Heart 1rate: HRF 163.71±7.27 – HRF2 177.60±6.99 p=0.0001*; Blood pressure: SBP1 174.86±1.57 – SBP2 180.86±1.77 p= 0.0001*; PES1: 19.4±1.14; PES2 16.8±0.84 p= 0.0001*; weight1 – 182,57±12,05; weight 2 206,43±11,39 p=0.0325*. Acupuncture increased lactate accumulation, heart rate and blood pressure, suggesting that the exertion reached after acupuncture is higher than without acupuncture. The acupuncture technics improved the athlete performance.

Background Moderate and vigorous physical activity is essential to maintain proper body composition and reduce the risk of ischemic heart disease, diabetes and cancer. In addition, it reduces the risk of stroke, hypertension and depression. Even so, it is an essential determinant of energy expenditure and, therefore, fundamental for energy balance and weight control. The objective of this epidemiological study is twofold: to quantify and qualify the physical activity of students at a federal public university in the Brazilian Midwest and to compare the level of physical activity of incoming and senior students, by sex and by campuses, considering the distance from large centers population. Method A questionnaire adapted for the Brazilian population was used, whose results were subjected to a normality test and the differences between groups were compared. Statistical significance was set at p

BackgroundPublic health recommendations and governmental measures during the COVID-19 pandemic have enforced numerous restrictions on daily living including social distancing, isolation and home confinement. While these measures are imperative to mitigate spreading of COVID-19, the impact of these restrictions on psychosocial health is undefined. Therefore, an international online survey was launched in April 2020 in seven languages to elucidate the behavioral and lifestyle consequences of COVID-19 restrictions. This report presents the preliminary results from the first thousand responders on social participation and life satisfaction.MethodsThirty-five research organisations from Europe, North-Africa, Western Asia and the Americas promoted the survey through their networks to the general society, in English, German, French, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese, and Slovenian languages. Questions were presented in a differential format with questions related to responses “before” and “during” confinement conditions.Results1047 replies (54% women) from Asia (36%), Africa (40%), Europe (21%) and other (3%) were included in the analysis. Preliminary findings revealed psychosocial strain during the enforced COVID-19 home confinement. In particular, large decreases in the amount of social activity through family (58%), friends/neighbors (44.9%) or entertainment (46.7%) were triggered by the enforced confinement. These negative effects on social participation were also associated with lower satisfaction (−30.5%) during the confinement period. Conversely, social contact score through digital technologies has significantly increased (pConclusionThese preliminary findings elucidate the risk of psychosocial strain during the current home confinement period. Therefore, in order to mitigate the negative psychosocial effects of home confinement, implementation of national strategies focused on promoting social inclusion through technology-based solution is urgently needed.

BackgroundPublic health recommendations and governmental measures during the COVID-19 pandemic have enforced numerous restrictions on daily living including social distancing, isolation and home confinement. While these measures are imperative to abate the spreading of COVID-19, the impact of these restrictions on health behaviours and lifestyle at home is undefined. Therefore, an international online survey was launched in April 2020 in seven languages to elucidate the behavioral and lifestyle consequences of COVID-19 restrictions. This report presents the preliminary results from the first thousand responders on physical activity (PA) and nutrition behaviours.MethodsThirty-five research organisations from Europe, North-Africa, Western Asia and the Americas promoted the survey through their networks to the general society, in English, German, French, Arabic, Spanish, Portugese, and Slovenian languages. Questions were presented in a differential format with questions related to responses “before” and “during” confinement conditions.Results1047 replies (54% women) from Asia (36%), Africa (40%), Europe (21%) and other (3%) were included into a general analysis. The COVID-19 home confinement had a negative effect on all intensities of PA (vigorous, moderate, walking and overall). Conversely, daily sitting time increased from 5 to 8 hours per day. Additionally, food consumption and meal patterns (the type of food, eating out of control, snacks between meals, number of meals) were more unhealthy during confinement with only alcohol binge drink decreasing significantly.ConclusionWhile isolation is a necessary measure to protect public health, our results indicate that it alters physical activity and eating behaviours in a direction that would compromise health. A more detailed analysis of survey data will allow for a segregation of these responses in different age groups, countries and other subgroups which will help develop bespoke interventions to mitigate the negative lifestyle behaviors manifest during the COVID-19 confinement.

BackgroundPublic health recommendations and government measures during the COVID-19 pandemic have enforced restrictions on daily living, which may include social distancing, remote work/school, and home confinement. While these measures are imperative to abate the spreading of COVID-19, the impact of these restrictions on mental health and emotional wellbeing is undefined. Therefore, an international online survey was launched on April 6, 2020 in seven languages to elucidate the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on mental health and emotional well-being. This report presents the preliminary results from the first thousand responders on mental wellbeing and mood and feelings questionnaires.MethodsThe ECLB-COVID19 electronic survey was designed by a steering group of multidisciplinary scientists and academics, following a structured review of the literature. The survey was uploaded and shared on the Google online survey platform. Thirty-five research organizations from Europe, North-Africa, Western Asia and the Americas promoted the multi-languages survey through their networks to general society. Of the 64 questions, 7 were from the Short Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (SWEMWBS), and 13 were from the Short Mood and Feelings Questionnaire (SMFQ), which are both validated instruments.ResultsAnalysis was conducted on the first 1047 replies (54% women) from Asia (36%), Africa (40%), Europe (21%) and other (3%). The COVID-19 home confinement had a negative effect on both mental wellbeing and on mood and feelings. Specifically, a significant decrease (pΔ%= 9.4 %) in the total score of mental wellbeing was noted. More individuals (+12.89%) reported a low mental wellbeing “during” compared to “before” home confinement. Furthermore, results from the mood and feelings questionnaire (i.e., depressive symptoms) showed a significant increase by 44.9% (pConclusionThe ECLB-COVID19 survey revealed an increased psychosocial strain triggered by the enforced home confinement. To mitigate this high risk of mental disorders and to foster an Active and Healthy Confinement Lifestyle (AHCL), a crisis-oriented interdisciplinary intervention is urgently needed.

SummaryStudy aim: To evaluate the levels of strength, agility and the maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) between the offensive and de­fensive teams of football players. Material and methods: In the present cross-sectional study, 20 male Brazilian football players were divided into an offensive group (OG, n = 10, age: 25.50 ± 6.15 years) and a defensive group (DG, n = 10, age: 22.50 ± 5.48 years). We used the dy­namometer for back and legs, the shuttle run test, and the Cooper test to evaluate strength, agility and VO2max, respectively. Results: The independent Student t-test showed that the OG was significantly more agile than the DG (p < 0.05). The other variables did not show any statistically significant differences. In the OG there was a strong correlation between agility and VO2max (r = - 0.834, p = 0.003, r2= 0.70). However, in the DG there was a moderate correlation between the same variables (r = - 0.677, p = 0.031, r2= 0.46). This shows that the greater the agility is, the higher is the VO2max. There was no correlation between the variables muscle strength and body fat percentage. Conclusions: The study showed that the OG has a better physical condition than the DG.

Background Cardiopulmonary exercise testing is the main tool assessing cardiorespiratory fitness. However, cardiopulmonary exercise testing devices are expensive and often cannot be used. Objective The present study sought to develop cardiopulmonary exercise testing equations for estimating maximum oxygen uptake from ergometric testing combined with ventilometry. Methods 181 volunteers of both sexes were submitted to cardiopulmonary exercise testing on treadmill using an incremental protocol. Volunteers were randomized into two groups: regression group: composed of 68 women with age 24.7±6.0 years and 54 men aged 21.5±3.9 years; and a cross-validation group composed of 29 women with mean age of 23.8±4.7 years and 30 men with a mean age of 23.1±4.4 years. The estimating equations were developed using multiple stepwise linear regressions; comparison of means was done using a t test and reliability assessed by Cronbach's alpha. Results 8 independent variables exhibited a significant result for estimating VO2max: minute ventilation (E) at second ventilatory threshold (VT-II): (E _VT-II); heart rate at VT-II (HR_VT-II); body mass (BM); body mass index (BMI); fat percentage (F%); age; sex; velocity at VT-II (Vel_VT-II); test time of VT-II (T_VT-II) and final test velocity (Velfinal). Two equations presented more accurate results; for active subjects: Equation2 = 33.08 + 2.41*(Velfinal) - 0.32*(F%) + 0.40*(VE_VT-II) - 0.26*(BM) - 0.09*(HR_VT-II); for sedentary subjects: Equation3 for = 54.65 + 1.37*(T_VT-II) + 8.24*(sex) - 1.26*(BMI) + 0.37*(VE_VT-II) - 0.12*(HR_VT-II). Conclusion The present study demonstrated that the use of parameters collected during maximal ergometric test combined with ventilometry, improved the accuracy of equations for estimating maximum oxygen uptake.

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of an AAG on BMD, osteocalcin and functional autonomy in older women. The sample consisted of eighty-two post-menopausal women with low BMD, randomly divided into two groups: the Aquatic Aerobics Group [AAG; n=42; age: 66.8±4.2years], submitted to two weekly sessions over eight months, and the Control Group (GC; n=42; age: 66.9±3.2years), which did not participate in regular exercise. BMD was measured by Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry [DXA] of the lumbar and femur, and serum osteocalcin was measured using electrochemiluminescence. A functional autonomy assessment protocol (GDLAM, 2004) was also applied. Statistical analyses used were repeated measures ANOVA and Tukey's post hoc tests. The results showed a significant improvement in tests following the GDLAM protocol: 10 meters walk (10mw) -p=0.003; rising from a ventral decubitus position (RVDP) - Δ%=0.78, p

Borba-Pinheiro CJ, de Figueiredo NMA, Walsh-Monteiro A, Junior ORMR, Pernambuco CS, Oliveira MA, Dantas EHM. Resistance training program on functional independence of a elderly man with frontotemporal dementia: a case report. J. Hum. Sport Exerc. Vol. 8, No. Proc2, pp. S47-S53, 2013. To investigate the effects of a resistance training program on muscular strength, functional autonomy and body composition of an elderly man with frontotemporal dementia, was the objective of this study. A male volunteer with 80 years of age and 75.7 kg of body weight was participant of this study. The cerebral atrophy of temporal lobes was diagnosed by a Computer Tomography Scan. To evaluation of muscle strength the 10RM test (repetition maximum), for functional autonomy the protocol of the Latin American Development to Maturity Group – (GDLAM) and body composition determined by Dual Energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) were used. The training period of four months consisted of eight exercises with intensity of 65% to 90% of 10RM, with three sessions weekly of the 60 min/session. The student t test was used. Statistical improvement was observed for % fat (Δ% = -2.93%, p = 0.041), for exercises of leg press 45 ° (Δ% = 48%, p = 0.001), horizontal leg press (Δ% = 18%, p = 0.01) and knee extension (Δ% = 12%, p = 0.04). In addition, the put on and remove a t-shirt test (Δ% = -7.19%, p = 0.018) and the GDLAM Index (Δ% = -8.53%, p = 0.014) of functional autonomy. It is concluded that the resistance training program was effective for the case study, as improved functional autonomy, the muscle strength of the legs, and the fat percentage of the volunteer.

The aim of this paper is to analyze the autonomic behavior mediated by the baroreceptor response to an orthostatic maneuver (OM) in hypertensive and non-hypertensive subjects. The heart rate (HR) was obtained in 65 subjects (32 hypertensive and 33 non-hypertensive) using a frequency meter polar watch, before and after an OM (sudden standing). The R-R intervals were transformed into a heart rate, temporal series, and interpolation was applied due to a lack of heart rate periodicity. Sampling at 10Hz was performed, and a band-pass filter was applied followed by 1 Hz subsampling. The results showed an increase in sympathetic activity in the hypertensive group that did not occur in the non-hypertensive group after the OM (∆%=59.84%, P

The osteoporosis is a bone disease that causes bone fragility with increased risks of fractures and negative consequences on human mobility. The study sought to examine the effects of adapted Judo training (AJT) on bone mineral density (BMD), balance and quality of life (QoL) in postmenopausal women taking alendronate. Eighteen female volunteers participated in this study. The volunteers were separated into two groups: AJT (n = 11; 52.2 ± 5.3 years) and control group (CG) (n = 7; 53.8 ± 4.4 years). The following evaluation instruments were used: dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (which measured the lumbar L2–L4, femoral neck and trochanter), the “Osteoporosis Assessment Questionnaire” (OPAQ) and a static balance test with visual control. The study period was 12 months. The fitness training involved traditional Judo class methodology. Repeated measures ANOVA and Kruskal–Wallis tests were used along with normality tests of the data. The data show significant differences in the AJT group for the BMD of the lumbar L2–L4 (Δ% = +0.052 %, p = 0.013), balance (Δ% = +3.9 %, p = 0.004) and the OPAQ functions (p

The concept of quality of life is multiple concerns as a cultural, social and environmental individuality. The aim of this study was to verify the levels of quality of life in elderly practitioners of physical activity comparing a active group with a control group The sample consisted of 159 physically independent and apparently healthy individuals of either sex, with mean age of 66.61 ± 4.73 years. Active group obtained mean 14.32 ± 0.763 in whoqol’s scores for levels of quality of life, the Control group (CG) obtained mean 13.31 ± 0.94 and p-value 0.05. The ANOVA with repeated samples showed higher values for active group when compared with control group after intervention, the significant level was p < 0.05. It must be recognized that not every aspect of human life is reduced to the practice of physical activity; however, it is an important instrument that generates well-being in this age group.

Objective: This study analyzed the impact of psychosocial factors on pregnant women with lower back pain and an associated lack of physical activity prior to pregnancy. Methods: The sample included 66 pregnant women who were randomly selected from a total of 84 patients in the waiting rooms of the Family Health Units in Cuitegí, Paraíba, from September to November 2009. An epidemiological questionnaire adapted from the Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale was used for data collection. The questions about back pain, physical activity, and psychosocial factors were emphasized. SPSS 16.0 was used for the data analysis. The prevalence of lower back pain and its relationship to gestational age, habitual physical activity, and psychosocial factors were studied using the descriptive statistics and relative percentages in the SPSS Crosstabs procedure. The odds ratio and 95% confidence interval for lower back pain were calculated. Results: The prevalence of lower back pain was 75%, which suggests that psychosocial factors were related to the presence of pain. Anxiety was reported in 42.8% of the women with lower back pain, and 38.7% of the women with lower back pain experienced physical fatigue at the end of the day. A higher percentage of pain (53%) was noted in the women who did not exercise prior to pregnancy. Conclusion: Lower back pain prior to pregnancy is associated with lack of physical activity and with psychosocial factors in the Family Health Strategy patients of Cuitegí county. RESUMO Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o impacto nos fatores psicossociais de gestantes com queixas de lombalgias associada à falta de atividade física antes da gravidez. Métodos: A amostra foi composta por 66 gestantes, selecionadas aleatoriamente, de um total de 84, presentes nas salas de espera das Unidades de Saúde da Família no município de Cuitegí, Paraíba, no período de setembro a novembro de 2009. Para a coleta dos dados foi utilizado um questionário epidemiológico, adaptado da Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale, dandose ênfase às perguntas sobre dor lombar, atividade física e fatores psicossociais. Para análise dos dados aplicou-se o SPSS 16.0, para a estatística descritiva de percentual relativo e crosstabs foi realizado para razão de prevalência entre presença da dor lombar e a relação com a idade gestacional, e a presença do hábito de praticar atividade física e fatores psicossociais. Para a dor lombar no grupo estudado, realizou-se o cálculo do odds ratio, com intervalo de confiança de 95%. Resultados: A prevalência da dor lombar foi de 75%, observando-se que os fatores psicossociais estão relacionados com a presença da dor. Das mulheres com dor lombar, 42,8% referiram ansiedade e 38,7% apresentaram cansaço físico no final do dia. Observou-se ainda um percentual maior de dor (53%) nas mulheres que não praticavam atividades físicas antes da gravidez. Conclusões: A lombalgia associada à falta da atividade física antes da gravidez interfere em fatores psicossociais de gestantes atendidas pela Estratégia de Saúde da Família do município de Cuitegí.

The aim of the present study was to determine the degree of correlation between basal serum IGF-1 levels and functional autonomy in the performance of activities of daily living (ADL). The sample comprised 11 elderly individuals, disregarding their ADLs (age = 68.18 ± 5.19 years; body mass index (BMI) = 28.89 ± 3.44 kg/m2) and not enrolled in physical exercise programs for at least 3 months. The subjects were submitted to a battery of 5 functional autonomy tests from the GDLAM protocol and blood collection to assess serum IGF-1 levels. Using Pearson’s correlation, we found a significant mean correlation coefficient (r) between the 10 m walking test (10mW) and IGF-1 (r = -0.690; p = 0.009) and mean correlation, but not significant between the putting on and removing a t-shirt test (PRTS) and IGF-1 (r = -0.528) and between the general autonomy index (AI) and IGF-1 (r = -0.417). The correlation was low in the remaining tests, but inversed. This suggests that the decline in IGF-1 with age may decrease ADL performance in the elderly. Key words : Serum IGF-1; ADL; elderly. Resumen El objetivo del presente estudio fue comprobar el nivel de la correlacion entre los niveles de serum basal de IGF-1 y la autonomia funcional para la realizacion de las actividades de la vida diaria en personas mayores (edad = 68,18 ± 5,19 anos; indice de la masa corporal, IMC = 28,89 ± 3,44 kg/m2), no participantes de los programas de ejercicios fisico desde hace un minimo de 3 meses. Los sujetos fueron sometidos a una bateria de 5 tareas de autonomia funcional del protocolo GDLAM y un analisis de sangre para evaluar los niveles de serum de IGF-1. A traves de la correlacion de Pearson se comprobo la existencia de un coeficiente de la correlacion (r) medio y significativo entre el examen de la marcha 10m (C10m) y el IGF-1 (r = -0,690; p=0,009) y la correlacion media, pero no significativa ,entre el test de vestirse y quitarse una camiseta (VTC) y el IGF-1 (r= -0,528), y entre el indice general de la autonomia (IG) y el IGF-1 (r= -0,417). En los demas test la correlacion fue baja, e inversa. Estos resultados sugieren que el descenso del IGF-1 con el envejecimiento puede disminuir el desempeno en las AVD de las personas mayores. Palabras clave : Serum IGF-1; Actividades de la vida cotidiana; personas mayores. doi:10.5232/ricyde2009.01402 Texto completo en PDF --------------------------------------------------------------------- References/referencias Beld, A.W.; Blum, W.F.; Pols, H.A.P.; Grobbee, D.E.; Lamberts, S.W.J. (2003). 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The objective of this study was to evaluate pain levels and hydroxiproline (HP) excretion in individuais with low back pain after aquatic therapy with mix stretch ing in a pool with water at 34°C. Eight male individuals, with ages between 25 and 45 years old, participated as volunteers with low back pain. This study was developed in the Police Phisiatry and Reabilitation Center of Rio de Janeiro, and the pool dimensions were 12X6 m. The tests were done through Statistica 6.0, from Statsoft, 1981-2004. The results showed that the values of HP before and after the treatment were 53.3 ± 22.6 and 31.6 ± 11.3 mg/d, respectivally. The t Student test showed t 3.93 for p= 0.008 pain and HP levels. The indexes of low back pain before and after the treatment were 5 ± 2 e 2 ± 1, respectivally. The Wilconxon test showed Z 2.20 for p = 0.03. We concluded that the aquatic therapy mist stretching promoted reduction on HP and pain levels, suggesting the occurrence of connective tissue damage through hidroxiproline levels.

This study compares level of fl exibility and functional autonomy in elderly women with .X = 72,61±4,04 years old, participant a tai chi program of Rio de Janeiro State University (UERJ) and a sedentary group of a social project. Was used GDLAM protocol for functional autonomy and goniometry (DANTAS, 1999). The descriptive statistical used (.%). FCL 0,85%; FQ 0,34%; FJ 2,87%; for functional autonomy was: C10M = 26,82%; LCLC = 14,75%;LPS = 21,45%; LPDV = 29,41%. The distribution was considered normal by Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. The GDLAM index was regular for both groups. The tai chi practice improves functional autonomy levels for participants compared with sedentary group.

The humor level, the emotions and the level of muscular tension are directly related to cerebral waves activities. The electroencephalogram (E.E.G) is a non-invasive method and of highly sensibility for superfi cial registry of cerebral potential. The shiatsu it's an oriental technique of massage that promotes relaxation and the subjective sensation of wellness. We believe the presence of alpha waves are related with specifi c mental state, characterizing tranquility and major tolerance to pain. Facing this, the objective of study it's analyze the effects of induced relaxation through shiatsu, evaluating the physiologic response, verifying the behavior of the alpha waves through the EEG technique. The samples were selected among individuals of female sex with ages up to 35 yr. For the EEG application was utilized the BRAINTECH 3000 system (EMSA, medical instruments, Brazil). For the statistic procedure was utilized the T test matched for each pair of electrodes on alpha band. Was considered for signifi cance level of p < 0.005. Were found signifi cant differences on potentials of alpha band on electrodes T3 - F7 and T4 - F8.

The inference of shiatsu on distribution of potency of alpha waves on cerebral cortex in adult women The humor level, the emotions and the level of muscular tension are directly related to cerebral waves activities. The electroencephalogram (E.E.G) is a non-invasive method and of highly sensibility for superficial registry of cerebral potential. The shiatsu it’s an oriental technique of massage that promotes relaxation and the subjective sensation of wellness. We believe the presence of alpha waves are related with specific mental state, characterizing tranquility and major tolerance to pain. Facing this, the objective of study it’s analyze the effects of induced relaxation through shiatsu, evaluating the physiologic response, verifying the behavior of the alpha waves through the EEG technique. The samples were selected among individuals of female sex with ages up to 35 yr. For the EEG application was utilized the BRAINTECH 3000 system (EMSA, medical instruments, Brazil). For the statistic procedure was utilized the T test matched for each pair of electrodes on alpha band. Was considered for significance level of p < 0.005. Were found significant differences on potentials of alpha band on electrodes T3 – F7 and T4 – F8.

The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of a ballroom dancing program on the postural balance of institutionalized elderly residents. The sample consisted of 59 sedentary elderly residents of long-stay institutions who were randomly assigned to a ballroom dancing experimental group (EG, n=30) or a control group (CG, n=29). The ballroom dancing program consisted of three 50-min sessions each week on alternate days over a 12-week period. The dances included the foxtrot, waltz, rumba, swing, samba and bolero. The medical records of the subjects were reviewed to determine the number of falls they experienced in the three months prior to the intervention. Postural static balance was assessed using a Lizard (Med. EU., Italy, 2010) stabilometric and posturometric platform. Only patients in the EG lost a significant amount of weight (Δ=-2.85 kg) when comparing the pre- and post-test postural balance assessments. The intergroup comparison revealed a reduced lower limb weight distribution difference in the EG post-test compared to the CG post-test (p=0.012). In the intragroup comparison, the EG patients experienced significantly fewer falls post-test relative to pre-test (p0.0001). This improvement was not observed for patients in the CG. In the intergroup analysis, we observed fewer falls in the EG post-test compared to the CG post-test (p0.0001). Therefore it was conclude that sedentary elderly people living in long-term institutions can improve their balance via a ballroom dancing program. This activity improved balance and reduced the number of falls in this elderly population.

Submitted by Vitor Silverio Rodrigues (vitorsrodrigues@reitoria.unesp.br) on 2014-05-27T11:29:30Z No. of bitstreams: 0 Made available in DSpace on 2014-05-27T11:29:30Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 0 Previous issue date: 2013-05-17 Background & Study Aim: Physical activity has been an important factor to increase bone mineral density (BMD) and, consequently, to prevent and treat osteoporosis. The study aimed the effects of adapted Judo training on BMD in postmenopausal women, during pharmacological treatment. Material & Methods: Eighteen female volunteers participated in this study. They were separated into two groups: Adapted Judo training (AJT) (n=11; 52.2±5.3 years) and control group (CG) (n=7; 53.8±4.4 years). Lunar GE Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) measured BMD at lumbar L2-L4, femoral neck and trochanter sites. The training period for AJT was two years, comprised 12 mesocycles with different intensities. ANOVA compared 2 groups in 3 moments of testing and Scheffé Test allowed multiple comparisons between groups for the L2-L4 and femoral neck sites, but at trochanter was Fisher LSD. Results: ANOVA showed significant differences in the AJT group (F(2, 32)=15.187, p=0.000023). Scheffé Test showed significant increase on lumbar BMD after one year of AJT (Δ%=+8.9%, p=0.000017) and after two years this improvement stand still (p=0.33). The CG after one year presented significant decrease in BMD of femoral neck (Δ%=-6.9%, p=0.03) and trochanter (Δ%=-3.7%, p=0.0084). However, the CG recovered the loss of BMD of femoral neck (Δ%=+7.6%, p=0.02) and trochanter (Δ%=+3.8%, p=0.0079) after two years of study. Conclusions: Drug therapy, without the physical activity practice, can aid the maintenance of BMD. AJT may be considered as an efficient physical activity for postmenopausal women with low BMD in pharmacological treatment. © ARCHIVES OF BUDO | SCIENCE OF MARTIAL ARTS. Federal University of Rio de Janeiro State (UNIRIO/PPGEnfBio), Rio de Janeiro Federal Institute of Pará (IFPA), Tucuruí Pará State University/UEPA, Tucuruí State University Paulista (UNESP)/Júlio de Mesquita Filho, Rio Claro Laboratory of Physical Activity for Health Promotion (LABSAU) State University of Rio de Janeiro Colégio Pedro II, Rio de Janeiro State University Paulista (UNESP)/Júlio de Mesquita Filho, Rio Claro

Made available in DSpace on 2022-04-28T18:57:27Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 0 Previous issue date: 2012-04-01 Aim: To determine the effects of water aerobics on bone mineral density (BMD) and quality of life (QoL) in postmenopausal women undergoing pharmacological treatment. Methods: Included in the study were 84 women volunteers who were separated into two groups: water aerobics (43 women, age 55.4 ± 6.4 years) and a control group (41 women, age 54.3 ± 4.5 years). Dual X-ray absorptiometry and the Osteoporosis Assessment Questionnaire were used for evaluation. Water aerobics training was scheduled for 12 months. Analysis of variance and the Kruskal-Wallis test were used. Results: No significant intergroup differences were found in the lumbar spine (L2-L4) and femoral neck. However, favorable differences in the trochanter (0.018% difference, p = 0.01) and in QoL (3.4% difference, p = 0.01) were found in the water aerobics group. Conclusion: The results suggest that water aerobics may be beneficial for QoL and BMD in the trochanter in postmenopausal women. However, more recommendation criteria need to be established for BMD. © 2012 Springer-Verlag Italia. Human Motricity Biosciences Laboratory (LABIMH) Federal State University of Rio de Janeiro (UNIRIO/PPGEnfBio), Rio de Janeiro, RJ Federal Institute of Para/IFPA, Tucuruí Campus, PA, Tucuruí State University of Para (UEPA), Campus XIII Tucuruí, PA, Tucuruí, PA Canadá no40 Vila Permanente, 68464-000 Tucuruí, PA Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho State University, Rio Claro, SP Pedro II College, Rio de Janeiro, RJ LABSAU, Physical Activity and Health Promotion Laboratory State University of Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Rio de Janeiro Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho State University, Rio Claro, SP

The aim of this study was to compare the effects of muscle strength and aerobic training on the basal serum levels of IGF-1 and cortisol in elderly women. The subjects were divided in three groups as follows. 1. Strength training group (SG) submitted to the weight training called 1-repetition maximum test (1-RM, 75-85%). This group contained 12 subjects of mean age=66.08+/-3.37 years; and body mass index (BMI)=26.0+/-3.72kg/m(2). (2) Aerobic training group (AG) submitted to aquatic exercise; they were 13 subjects of the mean age=68.69+/-4.70 years; and BMI=29.19+/-2.96kg/m(2). (3) A control group (CG) of 10 subjects, of mean age=68.80+/-5.41 years; BMI=29.70+/-2.82kg/m2. The training periods were 12 weeks, Fasting blood was analyzed to measure IGF-1 and basal cortisol levels (by chemiluminescence method), both at the beginning and the end of the intervention. Student's t-test revealed increased IGF-1 in the SG (p0.05) compared to the other two groups. Repeated-measure ANOVA showed also elevated IGF-1 (p0.05) in the SG compared to the other groups (AG and CG). There were no differences in cortisol levels. In conclusion, high-intensity training caused changes in IGF-1. This suggests that strength training may provoke anabolic effects in elderly individuals.