Effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation rope training and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on upper limb motor function of stroke patients with hemiplegia / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of combination of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) rope training and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) on upper limb motor function of stroke patients with hemiplegia. MethodsFrom March, 2021 to February, 2022, 90 stroke inpatients with hemiplegia in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University were divided into control group (n = 30), rope group (n = 30) and combination group (n = 30) randomly. All the groups received routine rehabilitation, while the control group received routine PNF training, the rope group received PNF rope training, and the combination group received PNF rope training and rTMS, for four weeks. They were assessed with Functional Test for the Hemiplegic Upper Extremity-Hong Kong version (FTHUE-HK), Fugl-Meyer Assessment-Upper Extremities (FMA-UE) and modified Barthel Index (MBI) before and after treatment. ResultsThe scores of FTHUE-HK, FMA-UE and MBI increased in all the three groups after treatment (t > 2.167, P < 0.05), and they were more in the combination group than in the rope group (P < 0.05), and in the rope group than in the control group (P < 0.05). ConclusionThe combination of PNF rope training and rTMS is more effective on motor function of upper limbs of stroke patients with hemiplegia than PNF training alone.

Impacts of lower limb flexibility exercise on aerobic gymnastics performance / Impactos do exercício de flexibilidade para membros inferiores sobre o desempenho da ginástica aeróbica / Impactos del ejercicio de flexibilidad para los miembros inferiores en el rendimiento de la gimnasia aeróbica

ABSTRACT Introduction: Aerobic gymnastics is a sport that involves a sense of beauty, rhythm and dance, with high artistic expressiveness, characteristics that have favored a strong population adherence. It is believed that the specific flexibility exercise can add a greater visual impact to their artistic movements, raising their competitive performance. Objective: Verify the impacts of lower limb flexibility exercise on the performance of aerobics athletes. Methods: Six aerobics athletes were selected to perform an 8-week experiment, adopting the PNF methodology for training. The impacts on lower limb flexibility were measured before and after the experiment, these data were analyzed and studied statistically. Results: The results of the long jump in the physical quality index of the athletes increased by 0.1209 m; the added value in the two-minute, 10-m backstroke test was 1.46. The movement performance indexes showed expressive increases: flexion increased by 2.62; right angle support increased by 0.78; split leg jump increased by 1.95; standing jump with eyes closed and the foot balance quality index was 4.63. Conclusion: Lower limb flexibility exercise can positively impact the performance of aerobic gymnastics athletes. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.

RESUMO Introdução: A ginástica aeróbica é um esporte que envolve senso de beleza, ritmo e dança, com alta expressividade artística, características que favoreceram uma forte adesão populacional. Acredita-se que o exercício específico de flexibilidade possa adicionar um maior impacto visual aos seus movimentos artísticos, elevando o desempenho competitivo. Objetivo: Verificar os impactos do exercício de flexibilidade dos membros inferiores sobre o desempenho dos atletas de aeróbica. Métodos: Seis atletas de aeróbica foram selecionados para realizar uma experiência de 8 semanas, adotando a metodologia PNF para o treinamento. Os impactos sobre a flexibilidade dos membros inferiores foram aferidos antes e depois do experimento, esses dados foram analisados e estudados estatisticamente. Resultados: Os resultados do salto em distância no índice de qualidade física dos atletas aumentaram em 0,1209 m; o valor agregado no teste de dois minutos e 10 m de recuo foi de 1,46. Os índices de desempenho do movimento apresentaram aumentos expressivos: de flexão teve um aumento de 2,62; apoio em ângulo reto aumentou 0,78; salto de pernas divididas aumentou 1,95; salto de pé com os olhos fechados e o índice de qualidade de equilíbrio dos pés foi de 4,63. Conclusão: O exercício de flexibilidade para membros inferiores pode impactar positivamente o desempenho dos atletas de ginástica aeróbica. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação dos resultados do tratamento.

RESUMEN Introducción: La gimnasia aeróbica es un deporte que envuelve un sentido de belleza, ritmo y danza, con alta expresividad artística, características que favorecieron una fuerte adhesión de la población. Se cree que el ejercicio específico de la flexibilidad puede agregar un mayor impacto visual a sus movimientos artísticos, elevando el desempeño competitivo. Objetivo: Verificar los impactos del ejercicio de flexibilidad de los miembros inferiores en el desempeño de atletas de aeróbica. Métodos: Seis atletas de aeróbic fueron seleccionados para realizar un experimento de 8 semanas, adoptando la metodología PNF para el entrenamiento. Los impactos en la flexibilidad de los miembros inferiores fueron medidos antes y después del experimento, estos datos fueron analizados y estudiados estadísticamente. Resultados: Los resultados del salto de longitud en el índice de la calidad física de los atletas aumentaron en 0,1209 m; el valor añadido en la prueba de dos minutos y 10 m de espalda fue de 1,46. Los índices de rendimiento de movimiento mostraron aumentos expresivos: de flexión tuvo un aumento de 2,62; apoyo en ángulo recto aumentó 0,78; salto de pierna dividida aumentó 1,95; salto de pie con los ojos cerrados y el índice de calidad de equilibrio de los pies fue de 4,63. Conclusión: El ejercicio de flexibilidad de los miembros inferiores puede influir positivamente en el rendimiento de los atletas de gimnasia aeróbica. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de los resultados del tratamiento.

Impacts of the pnf technique on flexibility and strength in martial arts athletes / Impactos da técnica pnf sobre flexibilidade e força em atletas de artes marciais / Impacto de la técnica pnf sobre la flexibilidad y la fuerza en atletas de artes marciales

ABSTRACT Introduction: Joint flexibility and muscle strength play a vital role in the training process of martial arts athletes. The proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) technique encourages the neural receptors, through the application of manual resistances, in the gain of functional range of motion and stability to its patients. It is believed that this technique can be adapted to the sports environment. Objective: Evaluate the impact of stretching using the PNF technique on martial arts athletes' flexibility and muscle strength. Methods: Through a controlled experiment, 100 martial arts athletes, without significant differences, were selected as experimental subjects, and randomly divided into two groups for a 4-week experiment. The experimental group added a protocol with PNF stretching exercises in the training, while the control group performed the usual training without interventions. Indicators of flexibility, functional activities, and strength were measured before and after the intervention, compared, and statistically analyzed. Results: Joint flexibility with the shoulder rotation test evolved from 21.88±5.71 to 19.22±5.94, and the left and right division was from 16.90±5.36 to 10.57±3.75; as for muscle strength, the flexor peak moment elevated from 210.36±51.18 to 251.37± 45.72, and flexor power had a gain from 111.76±30.63 to 135.20±2,.42. The extensor peak moment also showed expressive evolutions from 179.47±43.96 to 221.52±33.60. Conclusion: The PNF stretching exercise technique effectively optimizes martial arts athletes' joint flexibility and muscle strength. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.

RESUMO Introdução: A flexibilidade articular e a força muscular desempenham um papel vital no processo de treinamento dos atletas de artes marciais. A técnica de facilitação neuromuscular proprioceptiva (PNF) incentiva os receptores neurais, através da aplicação de resistências manuais, no ganho da amplitude de movimento funcional e da estabilidade aos seus pacientes. Acredita-se que essa técnica possa ser adaptada ao meio esportivo. Objetivo: Avaliar os impactos do alongamento utilizando a técnica de PNF sobre a flexibilidade e a força muscular dos atletas de artes marciais. Métodos: Através de um experimento controlado, 100 atletas de artes marciais, sem diferenças significativas, foram selecionados como objetos experimentais, divididos aleatoriamente em dois grupos para um experimento de 4 semanas. Ao grupo experimental foi adicionado um protocolo com exercícios de alongamento PNF no treinamento, enquanto o grupo de controle efetuou o treinamento habitual sem intervenções. Indicadores de flexibilidade, atividades funcionais e força foram aferidos antes e depois da intervenção, comparados e analisados estatisticamente. Resultados: A flexibilidade articular com o teste de giro do ombro evoluiu de 21,88±5,71 para 19,22±5,94, sendo a divisão esquerda e direita de 16,90±5,36 para 10,57±3,75; quanto a força muscular, o momento de pico do flexor elevou-se de 210,36±51,18 para 251,37± 45,72, e a potência do flexor teve um ganho de 111,76±30.63 para 135,20±2,.42. O momento de pico do extensor também demonstrou evoluções expressivas de 179,47±43,96 para 221,52±33,60. Conclusão: O exercício de alongamento com a técnica PNF demonstrou ser efetivo em otimizar a flexibilidade articular e a força muscular dos atletas de artes marciais. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação dos resultados do tratamento.

RESUMEN Introducción: La flexibilidad articular y la fuerza muscular desempeñan un papel vital en el proceso de entrenamiento de los atletas de artes marciales. La técnica de facilitación neuromuscular propioceptiva (FNP) estimula los receptores neurales, a través de la aplicación de resistencias manuales, en la ganancia de rango funcional de movimiento y estabilidad a sus pacientes. Se cree que esta técnica puede adaptarse al ámbito deportivo. Objetivo: Evaluar el impacto de los estiramientos con la técnica PNF en la flexibilidad y fuerza muscular de atletas de artes marciales. Métodos: A través de un experimento controlado, 100 atletas de artes marciales, sin diferencias significativas, fueron seleccionados como sujetos experimentales, divididos aleatoriamente en dos grupos para un experimento de 4 semanas. Al grupo experimental se le añadió un protocolo con ejercicios de estiramiento PNF en el entrenamiento, mientras que el grupo de control realizó el entrenamiento habitual sin intervenciones. Se midieron indicadores de flexibilidad, actividades funcionales y fuerza antes y después de la intervención, se compararon y se analizaron estadísticamente. Resultados: La flexibilidad articular con la prueba de rotación del hombro evolucionó de 21,88±5,71 a 19,22±5,94, siendo la división izquierda y derecha de 16,90±5,36 a 10,57±3,75; en cuanto a la fuerza muscular, el momento pico flexor se elevó de 210,36±51,18 a 251,37± 45,72, y la potencia flexora tuvo una ganancia de 111,76±30,63 a 135,20±2,, 42. El momento máximo del extensor también mostró evoluciones expresivas de 179,47±43,96 a 221,52±33,60. Conclusión: El ejercicio de estiramiento con técnica PNF demostró ser eficaz para optimizar la flexibilidad articular y la fuerza muscular de los atletas de artes marciales. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de los resultados del tratamiento.

Relief of sports fatigue after marathon races by pnf stretching / Alívio da fadiga esportiva após corridas de maratona por alongamento pnf / Alivio de la fatiga deportiva tras carreras de maratón mediante estiramientos pnf

ABSTRACT Introduction: Marathon running requires stretching practices to relieve fatigue after exercise. The Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) technique is an advanced stretching technique that allows segmenting of a specific muscle group for simultaneous stretching and strengthening. Objective: This paper explores the effect of PNF stretching exercise on relieving sports fatigue after marathon races. Methods: In this paper, 160 marathon runners were selected for the experiment, and randomly divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group performed the PNF stretching exercise, while the control group remained with traditional stretching without any new intervention. Fatigue was assessed according to the heart rate, collected before, during, and after the experiment. Results: After nine weeks of PNF stretching training, the heart rate in the experimental group changed from 65.35 to 62.46 in the morning; during training, the group's heart rate changed from 180.79 to 173.04; after recovery, the first group's heart rate changed from 82.88 to 81.88. In the control group, the heart rate of the group also showed changes from 65.29 to 68.86 in the morning; during training, it changed from 180.7 to 175.49; and after recovery, from 86.23 to 88.4. Conclusion: PNF stretching exercise has a positive effect on relieving sports fatigue after marathon races. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.

RESUMO Introdução: A corrida de maratona requer práticas de alongamento para aliviar a fadiga após o exercício. A técnica de Facilitação Neuromuscular Proprioceptiva (PNF) é uma técnica avançada de alongamento que permite segmentar um grupo muscular específico, para alongamento e fortalecimento simultâneos. Objetivo: Este artigo tenta explorar o efeito do exercício de alongamento PNF no alívio da fadiga esportiva após corridas de maratona. Métodos: Neste artigo, 160 corredores de maratona foram selecionados para o experimento, divididos aleatoriamente em grupos experimental e controle. O grupo experimental fez o exercício de alongamento PNF, enquanto o grupo de controle permaneceu com o alongamento tradicional, sem qualquer nova intervenção. A fadiga foi avaliada segundo a frequência cardíaca, coletada antes, durante e após o experimento. Resultados: Após nove semanas de treinamento de alongamento PNF, a frequência cardíaca no grupo experimental alterou-se de 65,35 para 62,46 pela manhã; durante o treinamento, a frequência cardíaca do grupo alterou-se de 180,79 para 173,04; após a recuperação, a frequência cardíaca do primeiro grupo alterou-se de 82,88 para 81,88. No grupo de controle, a frequência cardíaca do grupo também exibiu alterações de 65,29 para 68,86 pela manhã; Durante o treinamento, mudou de 180,7 para 175,49; e após a recuperação, de 86,23 para 88,4. Conclusão: O exercício de alongamento PNF tem um efeito positivo no alívio da fadiga esportiva após corridas de maratona. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação dos resultados do tratamento.

RESUMEN Introducción: Las carreras de maratón requieren prácticas de estiramiento para aliviar la fatiga tras el ejercicio. La técnica de Facilitación Neuromuscular Propioceptiva (PNF) es una técnica avanzada de estiramiento que permite segmentar un grupo muscular específico, para estirar y fortalecer simultáneamente. Objetivo: Este trabajo pretende explorar el efecto del ejercicio de estiramiento PNF en el alivio de la fatiga deportiva tras carreras de maratón. Métodos: En este trabajo, se seleccionaron 160 corredores de maratón para el experimento, divididos aleatoriamente en grupos experimental y de control. El grupo experimental realizó el ejercicio de estiramiento PNF, mientras que el grupo de control permaneció con el estiramiento tradicional, sin ninguna nueva intervención. La fatiga se evaluó en función de la frecuencia cardiaca, recogida antes, durante y después del experimento. Resultados: Tras nueve semanas de entrenamiento de estiramientos PNF, la frecuencia cardiaca del grupo experimental pasó de 65,35 a 62,46 por la mañana; durante el entrenamiento, la frecuencia cardiaca del grupo pasó de 180,79 a 173,04; tras la recuperación, la frecuencia cardiaca del primer grupo pasó de 82,88 a 81,88. En el grupo de control, la frecuencia cardiaca del grupo también mostró cambios de 65,29 a 68,86 por la mañana; durante el entrenamiento, cambió de 180,7 a 175,49; y tras la recuperación, de 86,23 a 88,4. Conclusión: El ejercicio de estiramiento PNF tiene un efecto positivo en el alivio de la fatiga deportiva después de correr un maratón. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de los resultados del tratamiento.

Impacts of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation on flexibility in chinese boxing athletes / Impactos da facilitação neuromuscular proprioceptiva na flexibilidade dos atletas de boxe chinês / Impactos de la facilitación neuromuscular propioceptiva en la flexibilidad de los atletas de boxeo chino

ABSTRACT Introduction: Flexibility is one of the essential physical qualities of athletes and Chinese boxing. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching is an effective method to improve flexibility. This method is widely used in various sports. Objective: Analyze the practical effects of stretching by proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation on Chinese boxing athletes. Methods: This work selected 12 male athletes as research subjects. The athletes were randomly divided into two groups. Flexibility in one group of athletes trained with PNF stretching. Another group of athletes underwent regular training. Mathematical statistics were used to process the flexibility data of the two groups. Results: There were significant differences in the maximum linear velocity in the ankle joint and in the maximum linear velocity in the knee joint between the athletes after training with the experimental stretching (P<0.05). Conclusion: This paper concludes that the application of stretching method with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation can improve the flexibility of athletes. The research results of this paper provide background for flexibility training in competition and teaching. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.

RESUMO Introdução: A flexibilidade é uma das qualidades físicas essenciais dos atletas e boxe chinês. O alongamento por facilitação neuromuscular proprioceptiva é um método eficaz para melhorar a flexibilidade. Este método é amplamente utilizado em vários esportes. Objetivo: Analisar os efeitos práticos do alongamento pela facilitação neuromuscular proprioceptiva sobre os atletas de boxe chinês. Métodos: Este trabalho seleciona 12 atletas masculinos como objetos de pesquisa. Os atletas foram divididos aleatoriamente em dois grupos. Flexibilidade em um grupo de atletas treinados com o alongamento PNF. Outro grupo de atletas foi submetido a treinamento regular. Foram utilizadas estatísticas matemáticas para processar os dados de flexibilidade dos dois grupos. Resultados: Houve diferenças significativas na velocidade linear máxima da articulação do tornozelo e na velocidade linear máxima na articulação do joelho entre os atletas após o treinamento com o alongamento experimental (P<0,05). Conclusão: Este artigo conclui que a aplicação do método de alongamento com facilitação neuromuscular proprioceptiva pode melhorar a flexibilidade dos atletas. Os resultados da pesquisa deste trabalho fornecem embasamento para o treinamento de flexibilidade em competições e ensino. Nível de evidência II; Estudos terapêuticos - investigação dos resultados do tratamento.

RESUMEN Introducción: La flexibilidad es una de las cualidades físicas esenciales de los atletas y del boxeo chino. Los estiramientos de facilitación neuromuscular propioceptiva son un método eficaz para mejorar la flexibilidad. Este método se utiliza ampliamente en varios deportes. Objetivo: Analizar los efectos prácticos de los estiramientos mediante facilitación neuromuscular propioceptiva en atletas de boxeo chino. Métodos: En este trabajo se seleccionaron 12 atletas masculinos como sujetos de investigación. Los atletas fueron divididos aleatoriamente en dos grupos. Flexibilidad en un grupo de atletas entrenados con estiramientos PNF. Otro grupo de atletas fue sometido a un entrenamiento regular. Se utilizaron estadísticas matemáticas para procesar los datos de flexibilidad de los dos grupos. Resultados: Hubo diferencias significativas en la velocidad lineal máxima de la articulación del tobillo y en la velocidad lineal máxima en la articulación de la rodilla entre los atletas después del entrenamiento con el estiramiento experimental (P<0,05). Conclusión: Este trabajo concluye que la aplicación del método de estiramiento con facilitación neuromuscular propioceptiva puede mejorar la flexibilidad de los atletas. Los resultados de la investigación de este trabajo proporcionan una base para el entrenamiento de la flexibilidad en las competiciones y la enseñanza. Nivel de evidencia II; Estudios terapéuticos - investigación de los resultados del tratamiento.

Effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation on chronic ankle instability / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo observe the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation on chronic ankle instability (CAI). MethodsFrom April, 2016 to December, 2021, 48 patients with CAI were randomly divided into control group (n = 24) and observation group (n = 24). Both groups accepted routine rehabilitation, and the observation group accepted proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation additionally, for eight weeks. They were assessed with Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), peak torque to body weight of ankle dorsiflexors and plantarflexors (AD/W, AP/W), Y Balance Test (YBT) and Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI) before and after treatment. ResultsAfter treatment, VAS score, AD/W, AP/W, YBT and FADI improved in the observation group (|t| > 2.208, P < 0.05), while VAS score and AP/W improved in the control group (|t| > 2.156, P < 0.05); and all the VAS score, AD/W, AP/W, YBT and FADI were better in the observation group than in the control group (|t| > 2.067, P < 0.05). ConclusionProprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation can effectively relieve the pain of patients with CAI, and increase the muscle strength around the ankle, to improve the stability and balance.

Comparative effect of different neuromuscular exercises on pain and motor function of knee in patients with early knee osteoarthritis / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo compare the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular training methods on pain and motor ability of knee in patients with early knee osteoarthritis (KOA) . MethodsFrom November, 2022 to May, 2023, 60 early KOA patients from Beijing Bo'ai Hospital and community were randomly divided into groups A, B and C, with 20 patients in each group. Group A received proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), group B received neuromuscular exercise (NEMEX), and group C received PNF and NEMEX, for six weeks. They were assessed with Visual Analogue Scale for pain (VAS), angle reappearance test, difference of pre-motor reaction time (VM-VL), active range of motion (AROM) of knee flexion, 10-meter walk test (10MWT), and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) before and after treatment. ResultsAll the indexes improved in all the groups after treatment (|t| > 2.532, P < 0.05). Among the groups, the VAS score was the least in group A, and then groups C and B; the angle reappearance error was the least in group C, and similar in groups A and B; the VM-VL was the least in groups A and C, followed by group B. ConclusionPNF, NEMEX and PNF+NEMEX can relieve the pain and improve the motor function of knee in patients with early KOA, however, PNF is the most effective on relieving pain, and PNF+NEMEX is the most effective on improving knee function.

The Effect of Eating Alone and Eating with Familiar or Unfamiliar Others on Food Intake: A Systematic Review

@#Aims and Design: Individuals’ food intake may vary depending on their situation and with whom they are having their meal. Thus this systematic review aimed to compare the effect of social facilitation between eating alone and eating with others, and evaluate the social modeling effect when eating with familiar or unfamiliar others, on food intake. Data Sources: Articles were screened and reviewed based on titles, abstracts and keywords. Inclusion criteria included experimental design, English language, open-accessed, and published from 1980 until the review was conducted in 2018. Review Methods: Using the PRISMA method, potential studies were identified on Science Direct, ProQuest, PubMed, Scopus, and BASE databases using two different keywords combinations. Results: Seventeen studies were included. For social facilitation, seven studies found that food intake increases when eating alone while five others stated it would increase when eating with others. One study suggested that it increases in both situations. For social modeling of food intake, two studies found that it commonly occurs when an individual eats in the presence of unfamiliar others, while one study reported that it happens more often with familiar others. Two other studies observed that social modeling occurs in both situations. Conclusion and Impact: Food intake tends to increase when eating alone than eating with others while the presence of familiar or unfamiliar others may either increase or limit an individual’s food consumption to socially match their co-eaters’ intake. Thus, good self-control is crucial for setting a dietary limit regardless of whether ones are eating alone or with familiar or unfamiliar others.

Combining extracorporeal shock wave treatment with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation can improve the lower limb motor function of stroke survivors with foot drop / 中华物理医学与康复杂志

Objective:To observe any effect of combining extracorporeal shock wave stimulation with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) on the lower limb motor function of stroke survivors with foot drop.Methods:Thirty-six stroke survivors with foot drop were randomly divided into an extracorporeal shock wave group, a PNF group and a combination group, each of 12. The extracorporeal shock wave group and PNF group were given those therapies alone, while the combination group was provided with both. The extracorporeal shock wave therapy protocol was 2000 times on each muscle at an intensity of 2.5 bar and a frequency of 10Hz, twice a week for 4 weeks, while the PNF was provided at least 3 times per week for 4 weeks. Before and after the intervention, all of the participants were evaluated using the modified Ashworth scale (MAS), the 10-metre walk test (10 MWT) and the Fugl-Meyer lower limb motor function scale (FMA). Active range of the ankle joint and toe out angle were also observed.Results:After the intervention the lower limb muscle tone had decreased significantly in 8 of the PNF group members and in 9 of those in the extracorporeal shock wave group, but it has decreased significantly in all 12 members of the combination group. And the average magnitude of the improvement was also significantly greater in the combination group than in the other two groups. Moreover, significant differences were observed in the active range of the ankle joint after the treatment in the combination group, but not in the other two groups. After the intervention the average 10 MWT times and FMA scores of the PNF and combination groups had improved significantly, but not those of the extracorporeal shock wave group, but significant improvement in toe out angles was observed in all three groups, though the average improvement in the combination group was significantly greater than in the other 2 groups.Conclusion:Combining extracorporeal shock waves with PNF can effectively improve the lower limb motor function of stroke survivors with foot drop.

PluriVox Program in Brazil's Unified Health System: five-step group work to promote patient health behaviors / Programa PluriVox no Sistema Único de Saúde do Brasil (SUS): cinco passos na facilitação de grupos para promover nos usuários comportamentos de saúde

ABSTRACT This paper describes PluriVox, a user-friendly program aimed to improve group process and dynamics and to promote the health of undeserved population. PluriVox is grounded in psychoeducation, and it can be used in public health efforts to encourage service consumers ("patients") to become more active in realizing their own health-related needs through participation in health promotion groups. We suggest PluriVox as a strategy to help service providers (e.g., physicians, nurses, community health workers) and consumers to work as co-producers of health. PluriVox contains five competencies to help group facilitators: (1) observation protocol; (2) strategies to support group facilitation; and (3) group facilitator training. Training uses participatory methods that take only 15 hours. Herein we provide a description of how PluriVox was developed using group work theories. A preliminary evaluation suggests that PluriVox has potential to improve health professionals' capacity to facilitate health promotion groups in a Unified Health System

RESUMO Este artigo tem por objetivo apresentar o Programa PluriVox, que é uma estratégia de trabalho em grupos, de fácil aprendizagem e execução. O programa se destina aos grupos psicoeducativos realizados na saúde pública, e como finalidade a promoção, nos usuários, de protagonismo e corresponsabilidade na produção de saúde. O PluriVox é composto por cinco competências para facilitadores de grupos, baseadas em um protocolo de observação, estratégias de apoio para facilitação de grupos e um exemplo do processo de capacitação das competências por meio de metodologia participativa que pode ser executada em 15 horas. Descreve-se o processo de construção do PluriVox e discutem-se as teorias de facilitação de grupos. A avaliação da capacitação possibilita afirmar que os profissionais de saúde capacitados tornam os grupos um método de produção de saúde e que o PluriVox pode atender às necessidades do Sistema Único de Saúde, no que se refere aos grupos

Effects of PNF Training on Functional Recovery of Sports Rotator Cuff Injury / 医用生物力学

Objective To explore the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) rehabilitation training on functional recovery of athletic rotator cuff injury. Methods Twenty-two college students with athletic rotator cuff injuries were stratified according to their gender and randomly divided into resistance band + passive joint range of motion (ROM) training group (control group) and PNF training group (experimental group). The visual analog scale (VAS) was used to evaluate subjective pain intensity of the shoulder joint. Pain positive rate for each manipulation test of rotator cuff injury was observed, and active ROM and muscle strength of the shoulder joint were measured. Improved UCLA shoulder joint score was used to evaluate comprehensive function of the shoulder joint. Results After training, VAS scores and pain positive rate in two groups were lower than those before training, and VAS scores and pain positive rate in experimental group were lower than those in control group. Muscle strength, active ROM in all directions and improved UCLA score of the shoulder joint in two groups were also higher than those before training, and the internal rotation muscle strength, the internal rotation and external rotation active ROM, improved UCLA score of the shoulder joint in experimental group were higher than those in control group. Conclusions PNF rehabilitation training can reduce the pain of athletic rotator cuff injury, improve the active ROM, muscle strength and UCLA shoulder joint score. The function recovery effect of PNF training is better than that of resistance band + passive ROM training.

Observation of therapeutic effect of neuromuscular joint facilitation on functional ankle instability / 中国综合临床

Objective:To observe the intervention effect of neuromuscular joint facilitation (NJF)in patients with functional ankle instability (FAI).Methods:Fifty-three FAI subjects from North China University of Science and Technology from October 2020 to January 2021 were selected by cruamberland ankle instability tool (CAIT). According to the computer random number method, the 53 subjects were randomly divided into the control group (27 cases) and NJF group (26 cases). The control group received routine rehabilitation training, while the NJF group received NJF manipulation intervention on the basis of routine rehabilitation training. Before intervention and 8 weeks after intervention,ankle joint isokinetic muscle strength (invertor\evertor relative reak tergue) and the ratio of invertor to evertor of subjects in the two groups was evaluated and compared by Biodex isokinetic test training system, and the static balance ability of subjects in the two groups was evaluated and compared by Tecnobody balance instrument,and the dynamic balance ability of subjects in the two groups was evaluated and compared by star excursion balance test (SEBT), and the two groups were recorded and compared using the CAIT. A prospective cohort study was used. The measurement data of normal distribution are expressed by ± s. The mean between the two groups is compared by independent sample t-test, and the comparison before and after Intervention in the group is compared by paired t-test; The counting data were expressed in cases (%), and the comparison between groups was adopted χ 2 inspection. Results:After intervention, the NJF group at 60°/s angular velocity: invertor relative reak tergue (30.28±5.17) 0%, evertor relative reak tergue (28.93±5.15)%, the ratio of invertor to evertor (1.05±0.08) and 180°/s angular velocity: invertor relative reak tergue (27.17±5.24)%, evertor relative reak tergue (24.62±3.57)%, the ratio of invertor to evertor (1.10±0.12) were better than control group (27.05±5.95)%, (23.90±3.81)%, (1.13±0.15) and (24.12±5.36)%, (20.35±3.74)%, (1.19±0.18), and the differences were statistically significant ( t value were 2.11, 4.06, 2.35, 2.09, 4.25, 2.10, respectively; P value were 0.040, <0.001, 0.024, 0.042, <0.001, 0.040, respectively). After intervention, average AP speed of COP in the NJF group (open eyes: (23.19±5.25) mm/s; closed eyes: (65.65±10.51) mm/s), average ML speed of COP (open eyes: (23.73±4.73) mm/s; closed eyes: (72.08±10.28) mm/s), ellipse area of COP (open eyes: (913.77±348.90) mm 2; closed eyes: (3 271.65±1 024.48) mm 2) and perimeter of COP (open eyes: (845.04±146.68) mm; closed eyes: (2 055.42±548.89) mm) were lower than those of the control group (26.41±4.89) mm/s, (71.52±9.85) mm/s, (27.56±7.68) mm/s, (78.67±11.74) mm/s, (1 174.33±424.20) mm 2, (3 989.41±1 410.00) mm 2, (1 041.93±291.28) mm, (2 490.93±541.94) mm, the differences were statistically significant ( t value were 2.31, 2.10, 2.17, 2.17, 2.44, 2.11, 3.13, 2.97, respectively; P value were 0.025, 0.041, 0.034, 0.035, 0.018, 0.040, 0.003, 0.005, respectively). After intervention,the 8 directions of SEBT scores in the NJF group:Anterior (73.16±6.04)%, Anterolateral (65.90±5.54)%, Lateral (74.36±7.77)%, Posterolateral (88.05±6.76)%, Posterior (83.31±6.64)%, Posteromedial (86.01±7.62)%, Medial (77.39±8.44)% and Anteromedial (72.36±6.74)% were all higher than the control group (67.65±6.03)%, (61.08±5.96)%, (67.72±8.28)%, (78.33±8.06)%, (76.22±8.71)%, (79.31±7.24)%, (71.36±7.00)%, and (67.12±7.21)%,the differences were statistically significant ( t value were 3.32, 3.05, 3.01, 4.75, 3.33, 3.28, 2.83, 2.73, respectively; P value were 0.002 ,0.004, 0.004, <0.001, 0.002, 0.002, 0.007, 0.009, respectively). After intervention, the CAIT score of NJF group (23.04±3.96) points was higher than that of control group (19.15±3.56) points, and the difference was statistically significant ( t=3.76, P<0.001). Conclusion:NJF can significantly improve the internal and external muscle strength of the ankle joint and enhance the coordination of the internal and external muscle group, and effectively improve the static and dynamic balance ability of FAI patients.

É uma jornada sem fim: aprendendo a se tornar um facilitador nas práticas colaborativas na formação de professores de educação física / Es un trayecto sin fin: aprender a convertirse en facilitador de prácticas colaborativas en la formación de profesores de educación física / It is a never-ending journey: learning to become a facilitator in physical education teacher education collaborative practices

O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar a contribuição da reflexão colaborativa para os processos individuais e coletivos de aprender a se tornar um facilitador na formação de professores de Educação Física. O autoestudo colaborativo das práticas de formação de professores foi utilizado como metodologia. Os participantes foram três professoras universitárias do Brasil, Turquia e EUA. As reuniões do grupo, memórias dos indivíduos, notas de campo e diários reflexivos foram fontes de dados. Os dados foram analisados de forma colaborativa por meio de constante análise comparativa de conteúdo. Os resultados foram organizados em dois temas: (a) Desafios e oportunidades para se tornar facilitador; (b) Autoestudo: o surgimento de novos insights; os quais representaram seus caminhos para formação de facilitadores em programas de formação de professores. Esse processo de autoestudo desafiou a compreensão do processo de se tornar um facilitador e demonstrou que esse processo é uma jornada sem fim em que as carreiras dos professores são continuamente moldadas e redefinidas. (AU)

El propósito de este estudio fue analizar la contribución de la reflexión colaborativa a los procesos individuales y colectivos de aprendizaje para convertirse en un facilitador en la formación de profesores de Educación Física. Se utilizó como metodología el autoestudio colaborativo de prácticas de formación docente. Los participantes fueron tres profesores universitarios de Brasil, Turquía y Estados Unidos. Las reuniones de grupo, memoria de los sujetos, las notas de campo y los diarios reflexivos fueron fuentes de datos. Los datos se analizaron de forma colaborativa a través de constantes análisis comparativos de contenido. Los resultados se organizaron en dos temas: (a) Desafíos y oportunidades para convertirse en facilitador; (b) Autoaprendizaje: el surgimiento de nuevos conocimientos; los cuales representaban sus caminos para la formación de facilitadores en programas de formación docente. Este proceso de autoaprendizaje desafió la comprensión del proceso de convertirse en facilitador y demostró que este proceso es un viaje interminable en el que las carreras de los docentes se moldean y redefinen continuamente. (AU)

The purpose of this study was to analyze the contribution of collaborative reflection to individual and collective processes of learning how to become a facilitator in Physical Education teacher education (PETE). Collaborative self-study of teacher education practices (S-STEP) was used as methodology. Participants were three teacher educators from Brazil, Turkey, and the USA. Group meetings, individuals' memory work, field notes, and reflective journals were the data sources. Data were collaboratively analyzed by using constant comparative content analysis. Results were organized in two themes: (a) Challenges and opportunities to become facilitators; (b) Self-study: the rise of new insights; which represented their pathways to become facilitators in PETE programs. This self-study process challenged the understanding of the process of becoming a facilitator and demonstrated that this process is a never-ending journey in which teacher educators' careers are continuously shaped and redefined. (AU)

Comparison of effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation and whole body vibration training on functional ankle instability / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo compare the effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and whole body vibration training (WBVT) on functional ankle instability (FAI). MethodsFrom May to July, 2021, 17 male FAI undergraduates from Beijing Sport University received PNF (n = 8) and WBVT (n = 9), for six weeks. They were assessed with Y-balance test, Pro-Kin, Kistler and Motion Analysis Raptor before and after invention, to observe Y-balance score, average trajectory error, kinematics and dynamics after jump-landing of affected limb. ResultsThe main effect of training was not significant for all the Y-balance score, average trajectory error, kinematics and dynamics (F < 4.090, P > 0.05). However, the interactive effect of training and time was significant for the range of motion of ankle flexion (F = 6.232, P = 0.030), and the effect size was more for PNF; it was also significant for the time arriving peak ground reaction force (left-right) after landing (F = 10.674, P = 0.008), and the time was latter for WBVT (P < 0.05). ConclusionPNF and WBVT are similarly effective on FAI.

Reporte de un caso clínico. Rehabilitación Fisioterapéutica Mediante Facilitación Neuromuscular Propioceptiva en paciente POST-COVID19 / Report of a clinical case. Physiotherapeutic Rehabilitation Through Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in POST-COVID19 patient / Relato de um caso clínico. Reabilitação Fisioterapêutica por Facilitação Neuromuscular Proprioceptiva em paciente PÓS-COVID19

El virus por COVID-19 ha causado dificultades tanto físicas, psicológicas como respiratorias, entre los síntomas principales que presenta esta enfermedad resalta insuficiencia respiratoria a la que se suma la fragilidad física en respuesta a largos periodos de encamamiento en Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos. La investigación del caso clínico realizada a una paciente post COVID -19 quien tuvo una estancia prolongada de hospitalización, posteriormente tratada en su domicilio, donde la fisioterapia empleada se basó en la técnica de Facilitación Neuromuscular Propioceptiva combinada con ejercicios respiratorios que tienen como objetivo mejorar la funcionalidad del paciente post COVID-19. Se monitorizó los signos vitales al comienzo y final de la terapia. De igual manera se emplearon patrones bilaterales de F.N.P. en las extremidades superiores e inferiores, combinándose con los ejercicios respiratorios evidenciándose aumento de la capacidad respiratoria y mejorando el nivel de funcionalidad de la paciente. Se realizó una valoración mediante la escala de Borg para la percepción subjetiva de la dificultad respiratoria o del esfuerzo físico realizado.

The COVID-19 virus has caused both physical, psychological and respiratory difficulties, among the main symptoms that this disease presents is respiratory failure to which is added physical fragility in response to long periods of bedridden in the Intensive Care Unit. The clinical case investigation carried out on a post-COVID-19 patient who had a prolonged hospitalization stay, subsequently treated at home, where the physiotherapy used was based on the Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation technique combined with respiratory exercises that aim to improve the post-COVID-19 patient functionality. Vital signs were monitored at the beginning and end of therapy. Similarly, bilateral F.N.P. patterns were used. in the upper and lower extremities, combining with respiratory exercises, showing an increase in respiratory capacity and improving the level of functionality of the patient. An assessment was made using the Borg scale for the subjective perception of respiratory distress or physical exertion.

O vírus COVID-19 tem causado dificuldades físicas, psicológicas e respiratórias. Os principais sintomas desta doença incluem insuficiência respiratória e fragilidade física em resposta a longos períodos de descanso no leito na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva. O estudo de caso clínico foi realizado em um paciente pósCOVID-19 que teve uma estadia hospitalar prolongada, posteriormente tratado em casa, onde a fisioterapia utilizada foi baseada na técnica de Facilitação Neuromuscular Proprioceptiva combinada com exercícios respiratórios destinados a melhorar a funcionalidade do paciente pósCOVID-19. Os sinais vitais foram monitorados no início e no final da terapia. Da mesma forma, foram utilizados padrões de N.P.F. bilaterais nas extremidades superiores e inferiores, combinados com os exercícios respiratórios, mostrando um aumento na capacidade respiratória e melhorando o nível de funcionalidade do paciente. Foi feita uma avaliação utilizando a escala Borg para a percepção subjetiva da dificuldade respiratória ou do esforço físico realizado.

Projeto de conversações públicas sobre a diferença de opiniões acerca do Programa Bolsa Família / Public conversation project on the difference of opinions about the Bolsa Família Program

O Programa Bolsa Família (PBF) divide opiniões no cenário brasileiro contemporâneo em debates permeados de argumentos abstratos, generalizantes e sentimentos intensos. Neste estudo, busca-se compreender o processo de produção de sentidos em uma facilitação de diálogos, a partir da metodologia do Projeto de Conversações Públicas (PCP), em um encontro entre 10 pessoas com opiniões polarizadas sobre o PBF. A transcrição da audiogravação do encontro foi analisada a partir da perspectiva construcionista social. Os repertórios interpretativos, discursos e posicionamentos relacionados às opiniões a favor e contra o PBF e o feedback dos participantes sobre o encontro foram ressaltados e discutidos.

The Bolsa Família Program (PBF) divides opinions in the contemporary Brazilian scenario into debates permeated by abstract arguments, generalizations and intense feelings. This study seeks to understand the process of producing meanings in dialogue facilitation, based on the methodology of the Public Conversation Project (PCP), in a meeting between 10 people with polarized opinions about the PBF. The transcription of the audio recording of the meeting was analyzed from the social constructionist perspective. The interpretative repertoires, discourses and positions related to the opinions for and against the PBF and the participants' feedback on the meeting were highlighted and discussed.

Effect Of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation On Selective Motor Control Of Lower Extremity In Children With Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy: An Experimental Pilot Study

Background:Cerebral palsy children have limitations in motor function resulting in diminished selective motor control. Selective motor control (SMC) is essential for independent control of joint motion. Impaired SMC is interrelated to neuromuscular deficits in CP. In this study PNFapproach was used with different patterns and techniques which help to evoke motor responses and improve neuromuscular control and function.Objectives: To assess the effect of PNF along with conventional treatment ,To assess the effect of Conventional treatment and To compare the effect of PNF along with conventional treatment and conventional treatment on selective motor control of lower extremity in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Material and Method:Study included 22 hemiplegic cerebral palsychildren which were divided into two groups. Experimental group received PNF and conventional treatment and control group received conventional treatment. SMC of lower extremity was assessed using SCALE. Pre and post treatment scores were measured.Results: There was statistically significant difference noted within group and between groups on Total SCALE score. Differencewas seen greater in experimental group than control group.Conclusion:This study suggests that PNF have an effect on selective motor control of lower extremity in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.

Effect of Neuromuscular Joint Facilitation Ankle Joint Pattern on Balance in Healthy Young Men / 中国康复理论与实践

Objective:To compare the effects of neuromuscular joint facilitation (NJF) or isotonic muscle training on dynamic and static balance in healthy young men. Methods:October, 2019, twelve students of Capital Medical University School of Rehabilitation Medicine (aged 20 to 29) were evaluated the balance indexes of single leg standing on stable support with eyes closing and single leg standing on unstable support with eyes opening with BIODEX Balance Tester, and measured 10-meter walking time and Timed 'Up and Go' Test (TUGT) after non-intervention, NJF ankle joint pattern and ankle flexion and extension. Results:The balance indexes, 10-meter walking time and TUGT were the least after NJF (F > 18.941, P < 0.01). Conclusion:NJF ankle joint model can improve the dynamic and static balance ability of human body more effectively than isotonic contraction training alone.

Effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Balance, Motor and Activities of Daily Living for Stroke Patients: A Meta-analysis / 中国康复理论与实践

Objective:To analyze the effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) on balance, motor and activities of daily living (ADL) for stroke patients. Methods:The randomized controlled trials about the effects of PNF on motor, balance and ADL in stroke patients were retrieved from PubMed, Embase, CNKI, Wanfang data, and VIP, since establishment to December, 2019. The primary outcome measures were Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) and modified Bathel Index (MBI). The secondary outcome measures were Functional Reach Test (FRT), Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS), and Timed 'Up and Go' Test (TUGT). The literatures were independently screened by two investigators, and the quality of the articles was evaluated using the Cochrane Library systematic review criteria, and meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.3. Results:A total of 13 articles were included with 786 stroke patients. PNF increased the score of BBS for sequelae patients (MD = 3.31, 95%CI 2.58 to 4.04, P < 0.001), FMA for recovery patients (MD = 8.31, 95%CI 5.68 to 10.97, P < 0.001); as well as MBI score (MD = 6.84, 95%CI 5.20 to 8.48, P < 0.001), FRT distance (MD = 1.11, 95%CI 0.39 to 1.84, P = 0.003) and TIS score (MD = 1.75, 95%CI 1.19 to 2.31, P < 0.001) for all the patients, and decreased TUGT time for sequelae patients (MD = -1.86, 95%CI -2.62 to -1.10, P < 0.001). Conclusion:PNF can significantly improve balance, motor and ADL for stroke patients. The effectiveness is various with the course of disease. More high-quality researches are needed.

Complexity and inclusivity of intrasituational behavior: empirical analysis / Complejidad e inclusividad del comportamiento intrasituacional: Análisis empírico

Abstract Ribes and López's (1985) taxonomy proposed that psychological behavior is progressively complex and inclusive. In that respect, there is little research and data are not robust. A study was conducted with the purpose to increase data related to the complexity and inclusivity of the three less complex behaviors of the taxonomy, with three training sequences, namely: 1) ascending (contextual-supplementary-selector), 2) descending-ascending (supplementary -contextual-selector) and 3) descending (selector-supplementary-contextual). The objective was to evaluate the effect of the interaction history (related to training sequences) on differential (contextual), effective (supplementary) and precise (selector) behavior adjustment process. Results showed that a greater number of training sessions were required to improve the performance in functional organizations with greater complexity when participants lacked an interaction history related to programmed contingencies. But, when the interaction history participated in the functional organization, as a previous interaction with the contingencies, a facilitating effect was found in the behavioral adjustment, regardless of whether the transition was ascending or descending. It is discussed whether the increase in the number of sessions is related to the complexity of each level of functional organization. Regarding the functional training transitions, ascending and descending, its effects on facilitation in learning are discussed in relation to the assumption of functional inclusivity.

Resumen En la taxonomía de Ribes y López (1985) se propone que el comportamiento psicológico es progresivamente complejo e inclusivo; sin embargo, en la literatura sobre el tema se encuentran pocas investigaciones y los datos no son robustos. Teniendo esto en cuenta, y con el propósito de aumentar la evidencia de la complejidad e inclusividad de los tres primeros niveles de complejidad conductual de la taxonomía en tres secuencias de entrenamiento -ascendente (contextual-suplementario-selector), descendente-ascendente (suplementario-contextual-selector) y descendente (selector-suplementario-contextual)-, el presente estudio tuvo como objetivo evaluar el efecto de la historia de interacción -por medio de secuencias de entrenamiento- sobre el proceso de ajuste diferencial (contextual), efectivo (suplementario) y preciso (selector). En general, los resultados muestran que cuando los participantes carecían de historia de interacción ante las contingencias programadas se requirió de un mayor número de sesiones de entrenamiento para mejorar el desempeño en organizaciones funcionales de mayor complejidad; y que cuando la historia de interacción estaba presente en la organización funcional -en tanto interacción previa con las contingencias- se encontró un efecto de facilitación en el ajuste conductual, independientemente de si la transición fue ascendente o descendente. Al final se indaga sobre si el incremento en el número de sesiones se relaciona con la complejidad de cada nivel de organización funcional, y se discute, respecto a las transiciones de entrenamiento funcional, ascendente y descendente, sus efectos en la facilitación en el aprendizaje y su relación con el supuesto de inclusividad funcional.