Your browser doesn't support javascript.
loading
Show: 20 | 50 | 100
Results 1 - 20 de 28
Filter
1.
Rev. chil. ter. ocup ; 20(2): 17-28, dic. 2020. tab
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1362762

ABSTRACT

Objetivo. El Autoconcepto, la autoeficacia y la calidad de vida son variables que pueden verse afectadas en los niños/as por la presencia de un déficit de procesamiento sensorial (DPS). Este déficit se caracteriza por fallas en el procesamiento de las sensaciones que pueden ocasionar dificultades en el desempeño cotidiano. La presente investigación tuvo por objetivo determinar si existe diferencia en el autoconcepto, la autoeficacia y la calidad de vida de niños/as venezolanos/as entre 7 y 13 años con y sin DPS.Metodología. El presente es un estudio transversal, con diseño estadístico no experimental de comparación de medias mediante el estadístico t de Student. La muestra estuvo constituida por 98 niños/as de 7 a 13 años, de los cuales 38 (38,8%) estaban diagnosticados con déficit de procesamiento sensorial y 60 (61,2%) sin déficit. Resultados. Se evidenció que existen diferencias significativas en la autoeficacia académica, donde los niños/as con DPS mostraron puntajes medios menores; así como en el autoconcepto físico, donde los puntajes fueron menores en niños/as sin déficit. No se encontraron diferencias significativas en la calidad de vida de las dos muestras. Esta investigación permitió abrir una línea de investigación en el área de variables psicológicas que han sido poco estudiadas en niños/as con DPS, demostrando que esta condición impacta principalmente su percepción de autoeficacia.


Objective. Self-concept, self-efficacy and quality of life are variables that can be affected in children by the presence of a sensory processing deficit (DPS). This deficit is characterized by failures in the processing of sensations that can cause difficulties in daily performance. The objective of this study is to determine whether or not there is a significant difference in the self-concept, self-efficacy and quality of life of Venezuelan children between 7 and 13 years old with and without Sensory Processing Difficulties (SPD). Methodology. This is a cross-sectional study, with a non-experimental statistical design of comparison of means using the student's t-statistic. The sample consisted of 98 children from 7 to 13 years old, of whom 38 (38.8%) were diagnosed with sensory integration deficit and 60 (61.2%) without deficit. Results. There was evidence of significant differences in academic self-efficacy, where children with SPD showed lower mean scores; as well as in physical self-concept, where children without SPD attained lower scores. No significant differences were found in the quality of life of the samples. This study contributes to a line research in psychological variables that have been little studied in children with sensorial integration deficit, demonstrating that this condition mainly impacts their perception of self-efficacy.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Child , Adolescent , Quality of Life , Self Concept , Sensation/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Self Efficacy , Perception , Cross-Sectional Studies
2.
Rev. Paul. Pediatr. (Ed. Port., Online) ; 37(1): 97-103, Jan.-Mar. 2019. tab, graf
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-985131

ABSTRACT

RESUMO Objetivo: Revisar, na literatura, estudos que abordem alterações nos sistemas sensoriais apresentadas por respiradores orais. Fonte de dados: A busca foi realizada nas bases de dados PubMed, BIREME, LILACS, Web of Science e Scopus. A busca foi realizada independentemente por dois pesquisadores, seguindo os critérios de seleção. Foram selecionados artigos originais que abordaram a respiração oral e as alterações nos sistemas sensoriais publicados nos idiomas português, inglês e espanhol. Os artigos de revisão da literatura, as dissertações, os capítulos de livros, os estudos de caso e os editoriais foram excluídos. Síntese dos dados: Foram encontrados 719 artigos, dos quais 663 foram excluídos pelo título e 22 pelo resumo. Trinta e quatro manuscritos foram analisados, dos quais 23 estavam repetidos e 8 foram excluídos pelo texto lido na íntegra. Assim, três artigos foram selecionados para esta revisão. Conclusões: A maioria dos estudos apresenta a ocorrência de alterações dos sistemas sensoriais em crianças respiradoras orais. Contudo, observa-se maior preocupação na avaliação da recepção sensorial. Além disso, a avaliação dos sistemas sensoriais foi realizada de forma não padronizada, o que pode ter acarretado resultados menos precisos na população estudada.


ABSTRACT Objective: To review, in the literature, information regarding changes in the sensory systems of mouth breathers. Data sources: The search was conducted in the following databases PubMed, BIREME, LILACS, Web of Science and Scopus. The search was independently carried out by two researchers, following the selection criteria. Original articles that approached mouth breathing and changes in sensory systems published in Portuguese, English and Spanish were published. Literature review of articles, dissertations, book chapters, case studies and editorials were excluded. Data synthesis: We found 719 articles. Among them, 663 were excluded by the title and 22 by the summary. Among the 34 analyzed manuscripts, 23 were repeated and 8 were excluded by reading the full text. Thus, 3 articles were selected for this review. Conclusions: Most studies presents the occurrence of changes in sensory systems in mouth breathing children. However, sensory reception is a matter of more concern. Besides, the evaluation of sensory systems was not standardized, which may have led to less precise results in the studied population.


Subject(s)
Humans , Child , Sensation/physiology , Perception/physiology , Sensation Disorders/etiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Sensation Disorders/psychology , Mouth Breathing/complications , Mouth Breathing/physiopathology
3.
Rev. Ciênc. Méd. Biol. (Impr.) ; 17(3): 354-358, nov 19, 2018. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1247806

ABSTRACT

Introdução: danos à função sensório-motora podem ocorrer após um acidente vascular cerebral (AVC), contribuindo para o surgimento de disfunções no controle do movimento, o que inclui a manutenção do controle postural. Déficits de equilíbrio são comuns em indivíduos após AVC, preditores de funcionalidade e integração comunitária. Portanto, é necessária a identificação de possíveis fatores associados a alterações do equilíbrio funcional desses indivíduos. Objetivo: analisar a associação entre função sensóriomotora e equilíbrio funcional de indivíduos hemiparéticos crônicos após AVC. Metodologia: estudo transversal, com indivíduos que sofreram AVC, de idade entre 18 e 80 anos, com hemiparesia por no mínimo 6 meses, capazes de deambular, sem déficit visual e(ou) auditivo, sem sequelas cognitivas e sem outros diagnósticos neurológicos e(ou) ortopédicos que limitem a mobilidade. A escala de Fugl-Meyer e a escala de equilíbrio de Berg foram usadas para avaliar a função sensório-motora e o equilíbrio funcional, respectivamente. Resultados: 63 indivíduos foram incluídos no estudo, com idade média de 56 anos e tempo mediano de AVC de 36 meses. Houve uma correlação positiva moderada com a sensibilidade (r = 0,512) e uma correlação que variou de fraca a desprezível com mobilidade (r = 0,489), dor (r = -0,163), função motora de membro superior (r = 0,098) e função motora de membro inferior (r = 0,344). Conclusão: déficits no equilíbrio funcional estiveram associados moderadamente às alterações na sensibilidade dos indivíduos hemiparéticos crônicos após AVC. Mobilidade, dor e função motora dos membros superiores e inferiores não demostraram uma associação importante com o equilíbrio funcional.


Introduction: damages to the sensory-motor function can occur after a brain injury, contributing to the emergence of malfunctions in the control of the movement, including the maintenance of postural control. Balance deficits are common in subjects after stroke, and are predictors of community functionality and integration. Therefore, it is necessary to identify possible factors that are associated with changes in the functional balance of these individuals. Objective: to analyze the association between the sensory-motor function and functional balance of chronic hemiparetic individuals after stroke. Methodology: cross-sectional study, with post-stroke individuals between 18 and 80 years with hemiparesis for at least 6 months, able to walk, without visual and/or auditory deficit, without cognitive sequelae and without other neurological and/or orthopedic diagnosis that limit mobility. The Fugl-Meyer and Berg balance scale were used to evaluate the sensory-motor function and functional balance, respectively. Results: 63 individuals were included in the study, with an average age of 56 years and average time of stroke of 36 months. There was a moderate positive correlation with sensitivity (r = 0.512) and a correlation between low to negligible with mobility (r = 0,489), pain (r = -0,163), motor function of upper limb (r = 0,098) and motor function of lower limbs (r = 0,344). Conclusion: functional balance deficits were mildly associated with changes in sensitivity of chronic hemiparetic individuals post-stroke. Mobility, pain, motor function of upper limbs and lower limbs did not demonstrate a significant association with the functional balance.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adolescent , Adult , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Young Adult , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Stroke/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Chronic Disease , Cross-Sectional Studies
4.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 84(3): 280-289, May-June 2018. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-951833

ABSTRACT

Abstract Introduction: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common impairing neuropsychiatric disorder with onset in early childhood. Almost half of the children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder also experience a variety of motor-related dysfunctions ranging from fine/gross motor control problems to difficulties in maintaining balance. Objectives: The main purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of distractors two different auditory distractors namely, relaxing music and white noise on upright balance performance in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Methods: We compared upright balance performance and the involvement of different sensory systems in the presence of auditory distractors between school-aged children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (n = 26) and typically developing controls (n = 20). Neurocom SMART Balance Master Dynamic Posturography device was used for the sensory organization test. Sensory organization test was repeated three times for each participant in three different test environments. Results: The balance scores in the silence environment were lower in the attention deficit hyperactivity disorder group but the differences were not statistically significant. In addition to lower balance scores the visual and vestibular ratios were also lower. Auditory distractors affected the general balance performance positively for both groups. More challenging conditions, using an unstable platform with distorted somatosensory signals were more affected. Relaxing music was more effective in the control group, and white noise was more effective in the attention deficit hyperactivity disorder group and the positive effects of white noise became more apparent in challenging conditions. Conclusion: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study evaluating balance performance in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder under the effects of auditory distractors. Although more studies are needed, our results indicate that auditory distractors may have enhancing effects on upright balance performance in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.


Resumo Introdução: O transtorno do déficit de atenção e hiperatividade é um distúrbio neuropsiquiátrico comum que causa comprometimentos, com início na primeira infância. Quase metade das crianças com transtorno do déficit de atenção e hiperatividade também experimenta uma variedade de distúrbios relacionados às habilidades motoras, desde problemas de controle de habilidades motoras finas/grossas até dificuldades na manutenção do equilíbrio. Objetivos: O principal objetivo deste estudo foi investigar os efeitos de distrações, especificamente duas distrações auditivas diferentes, música relaxante e ruído branco, sobre o desempenho do equilíbrio vertical em crianças com transtorno de déficit de atenção e hiperatividade. Método: Comparamos o desempenho do equilíbrio vertical e o envolvimento de diferentes sistemas sensoriais na presença de distração auditiva entre crianças em idade escolar com transtorno do déficit de atenção e hiperatividade (n = 26) e controles com desenvolvimento típico (n = 20). O dispositivo Neurocom Smart Balance Master Dynamic Posturography foi utilizado para o teste de organização sensorial. O teste de organização sensorial foi repetido três vezes para cada participante em três ambientes de teste diferentes. Resultados: Os escores de equilíbrio no ambiente em silêncio foram menores no grupo com transtorno do déficit de atenção e hiperatividade, mas as diferenças não foram estatisticamente significativas. Além dos escores de equilíbrio mais baixos, as razões vestibulares e visuais também foram menores. As distrações auditivas afetaram positivamente o desempenho do equilíbrio geral para ambos os grupos. Condições mais desafiadoras, usando uma plataforma instável com sinais somatossensoriais distorcidos, foram mais afetados. Música relaxante foi mais eficaz no grupo de controle, e ruído branco foi mais eficaz no grupo de hiperatividade com déficit de atenção e os efeitos positivos do ruído branco se tornaram mais evidentes em condições desafiadoras. Conclusão: Que seja de nosso conhecimento, este é o primeiro estudo que avalia o desempenho do equilíbrio em crianças com transtorno do déficit de atenção e hiperatividade sob os efeitos de distrações auditivas. Embora mais estudos sejam necessários, os nossos resultados indicam que as distrações auditivas podem ter efeitos de aumento no desempenho do equilíbrio vertical em crianças com transtorno de déficit de atenção e hiperatividade.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Child , Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity/physiopathology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Reaction Time , Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity/complications , Case-Control Studies , Sensation Disorders/complications
5.
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop ; 51(2): 162-167, Mar.-Apr. 2018. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-897062

ABSTRACT

Abstract INTRODUCTION: Human T-cell lymphotropic virus type-1-associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP) may lead to reduced functional mobility and balance. It is important to establish specific parameters that identify these changes and predict the risk of falls in these patients. The aim was to compare balance, functional mobility, and occurrence of falls among patients with and without HAM/TSP and to suggest values to predict the risk of falls in these patients. METHODS: A cross-sectional study in patients with and without HAM/TSP involved balance assessments based on the berg balance scale (BBS) and functional mobility evaluation based on the timed up and go (TUG) test. From reports of falls, the sensitivity, specificity, and best cutoff points for the risk of falls assessed by these instruments were established using the receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve; 5% alpha was considered. RESULTS: We selected 42 participants: 29 with HAM/TSP and 13 without HAM/TSP. There was a statistically significant difference in the occurrence of falls, balance, and functional mobility between the groups (p<0.05). Good accuracy was determined for the BBS (77%) and TUG test (70%) and the cutoff points for the risk of falls were defined as 50 points for the BBS and 12.28 seconds for the TUG test. CONCLUSIONS: Patients with HAM/TSP present reduced functional mobility and balance in relation to those without HAM/TSP. The risk of falls increased for these patients can be evaluated by the values ​​of 50 points using the BBS and 12.28 seconds using the TUG test.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Accidental Falls/statistics & numerical data , Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 , Paraparesis, Tropical Spastic/complications , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Mobility Limitation , Socioeconomic Factors , Activities of Daily Living , Paraparesis, Tropical Spastic/physiopathology , Paraparesis, Tropical Spastic/virology , Epidemiologic Methods , Sensation Disorders/virology , Disability Evaluation
6.
Rev. bras. epidemiol ; 21(supl.2): e180016, 2018. tab, graf
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-985259

ABSTRACT

RESUMO: Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar a influência dos fatores demográficos, de condições de saúde e de estilo de vida nas alterações do equilíbrio corporal dos idosos residentes no município de São Paulo em 2006. Métodos: O estudo foi desenvolvido com base em dados provenientes do Estudo Saúde,Bem-Estar e Envelhecimento (SABE). Foram selecionados todos os indivíduos com 60 anos e mais de idade, de ambos os sexos. A amostra considerada era de 1.226 indivíduos, representando 930.639 idosos. A variável dependente foi a alteração de equilíbrio corporal do idoso. Para mensurá-la utilizou-se parte do Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB). As variáveis independentes foram classificadas em três grupos: demográficas, de condições de saúde e de estilo de vida. Para estimar a associação entre as alterações de equilíbrio com as variáveis demográficas, de saúde e de estilo de vida em idosos foi realizada uma análise de regressão logística binária múltipla. Resultados: Idade, dificuldades em pelo menos uma mobilidade e realização de atividade física regular exercem uma significativa influência no equilíbrio corporal dos idosos (p < 0,05). A idade foi o determinante mais fortemente relacionado. Ter idade entre 75 a 79 anos e 80 anos e mais aumenta em 3,77 e 5,31vezes a chance, respectivamente, de os idosos apresentarem alterações de equilíbrio em comparação às idades de 60 a 64 anos. Conclusão: Medidas preventivas e que visam reverter um quadro de instabilidade corporal devem ser preconizadas e incorporadas na agenda de atenção à saúde dos idosos.


ABSTRACT: Objective: To analyze the influence of demographic, health condition, and lifestyle factors on body balance disorders among elderly subjects living in the city of São Paulo, Brazil, in 2006. Methods: Thestudy was developed based on information provided by the Health, Well-being, and Aging (SABE) Study. Itincluded 60-year-old subjects, both men and women, or those over this age. The sample comprised 1,226 subjects that represented 930,639 elderly subjects. The dependent variable was the elderly's body balance disorder, which was measured using part of the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB). The independent variables were divided into three groups: demographic, health conditions, and lifestyle. The multiple binary logistic regression analysis was applied to estimate the association between balance disorders and demographic, health, and lifestyle variables in the elderly. Results: Age, difficulties in at least one mobility, and performance of regular physical activities showed a significant influence on the elderly's body balance (p < 0.05). Age was the strongest related determiner. Being aged 75-79 years and 80 years or more increased 3.77 and 5.31 times, respectively, the chances of the elderly subjects present balance disorders in comparison with the 60- to 64-years-old. Conclusion: Preventive measures that aim at reversing a body instability condition should be preconized and incorporated in the elderly's health-care schedule.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Sensation Disorders/etiology , Sensation Disorders/epidemiology , Postural Balance/physiology , Socioeconomic Factors , Brazil/epidemiology , Activities of Daily Living , Geriatric Assessment , Logistic Models , Cross-Sectional Studies , Risk Factors , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Sex Distribution , Age Distribution , Life Style , Middle Aged
7.
Braz. J. Psychiatry (São Paulo, 1999, Impr.) ; 38(3): 207-215, July-Sept. 2016. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-792756

ABSTRACT

Objective: To compare sensory processing, coping strategies, and quality of life (QoL) in unipolar and bipolar patients; to examine correlations between sensory processing and QoL; and to investigate the relative contribution of sociodemographic characteristics, sensory processing, and coping strategies to the prediction of QoL. Methods: Two hundred sixty-seven participants, aged 16-85 years (53.6±15.7), of whom 157 had a diagnosis of unipolar major depressive disorder and 110 had bipolar disorder type I and type II, completed the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile, Coping Orientations to Problems Experienced, and 12-item Short-Form Health Survey version 2. The two groups were compared with multivariate analyses. Results: The unipolar and bipolar groups did not differ concerning sensory processing, coping strategies, or QoL. Sensory processing patterns correlated with QoL independently of mediation by coping strategies. Correlations between low registration, sensory sensitivity, sensation avoidance, and reduced QoL were found more frequently in unipolar patients than bipolar patients. Higher physical QoL was mainly predicted by lower age and lower sensory sensitivity, whereas higher mental QoL was mainly predicted by coping strategies. Conclusion: While age may predict physical QoL, coping strategies predict mental QoL. Future studies should further investigate the impact of sensory processing and coping strategies on patients’ QoL in order to enhance adaptive and functional behaviors related to affective disturbances.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Young Adult , Quality of Life/psychology , Sensation/physiology , Bipolar Disorder/physiopathology , Adaptation, Psychological/physiology , Depressive Disorder, Major/physiopathology , Psychiatric Status Rating Scales , Psychometrics , Reference Values , Socioeconomic Factors , Multivariate Analysis , Age Factors , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Self Report , Middle Aged
8.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 81(4): 431-438, July-Aug. 2015. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-758007

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Children with sensorineural hearing loss can present with instabilities in postural control, possibly as a consequence of hypoactivity of their vestibular system due to internal ear injury.OBJECTIVE: To assess postural control stability in students with normal hearing (i.e., listeners) and with sensorineural hearing loss, and to compare data between groups, considering gender and age.METHODS: This cross-sectional study evaluated the postural control of 96 students, 48 listeners and 48 with sensorineural hearing loss, aged between 7 and 18 years, of both genders, through the Balance Error Scoring Systems scale. This tool assesses postural control in two sensory conditions: stable surface and unstable surface. For statistical data analysis between groups, the Wilcoxon test for paired samples was used.RESULTS: Students with hearing loss showed more instability in postural control than those with normal hearing, with significant differences between groups (stable surface, unstable surface) (p < 0.001).CONCLUSIONS: Students with sensorineural hearing loss showed greater instability in the postural control compared to normal hearing students of the same gender and age.


INTRODUÇÃO: Crianças com perda auditiva sensorioneural podem apresentar instabilidades posturais, possivelmente provocadas pelo acometimento do sistema vestibular em virtude da lesão na orelha interna.OBJETIVOS: Avaliar a estabilidade do controle postural em escolares ouvintes e com perda auditiva sensorioneural e comparar os dados entre os grupos, considerando os gêneros e as faixas etárias.MÉTODO: Estudo de corte transversal, que avaliou 96 escolares de ambos os gêneros na faixa etária entre 7-18 anos, sendo 48 ouvintes e 48 com perda auditiva sensorioneural. A avaliação do controle postural foi realizada por meio da Escala de BESS (Balance Error Scoring System) que avalia o controle postural em duas condições sensoriais: superfície estável (SE) e superfície instável (SI). Para a análise estatística dos dados entre os grupos, foi utilizado o teste de Wilcoxon de comparação de médias para amostras pareadas.RESULTADOS: Os escolares com perda auditiva demonstraram maior instabilidade no controle postural que os ouvintes, apontando diferenças significativas entre os grupos na SE e SI (P < 0,001).CONCLUSÃO: Os escolares com perda auditiva sensorioneural demonstraram maior instabilidade no controle postural, em comparação com os escolares ouvintes do mesmo gênero e faixa etária.


Subject(s)
Adolescent , Child , Female , Humans , Male , Hearing Loss, Sensorineural/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Cross-Sectional Studies , Severity of Illness Index
9.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 81(1): 50-57, Jan-Feb/2015. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-741319

ABSTRACT

Introduction: With aging, the sensory systems suffer an accumulation of degenerative, infectious and/or traumatic processes that may hinder the body balance maintenance. Objective: To assess the influence of sensory information on static body balance of elderly individuals with vestibular disorders. Methods: Cross-sectional study of elderly individuals with vestibular disorders. The Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance and posturography integrated with virtual reality (Balance Rehabilitation UnitTM) were used. Posturography parameters analyzed included center of pressure and velocity of body sway. Results: 123 individuals with mean age of 73.11 were assessed. Worst performance was observed in the Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance condition of visual dome-unstable surface. Differences between conditions were: firm surface-open eyes/firm surface-closed eyes, unstable surface-open eyes/unstable surface-closed eyes (p < 0.001), and unstable surface-closed eyes/unstable surface-visual dome. Considering center of pressure and velocity of body sway, significant differences were observed between the following conditions: firm surface-open eyes/firm surface-closed eyes: firm surface-saccadic stimulus/firm surfacevertical optokinetic stimulus; firm surface-optokinetic stimuli/firm surface-visual-vestibular interaction; and firm surface-visual-vestibular interaction/unstable surface. Worse performances were observed in conditions firm surface-closed eyes, firm surface-vertical optokinetic stimulus, F-visual-vestibular interaction, and unstable surface-closed eyes. There was a difference in the center of pressure between firm surface-closed eyes/firm surface-saccadic stimulus, with a worse performance in the condition of firm surface-closed eyes, and of velocity of body sway, between firm surface-saccadic stimulus/firm surface-horizontal optokinetic stimulus (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Static body balance in elderly ...


Introdução: Com o envelhecimento, o sistema sensorial sofre um acúmulo de processos degenerativos, infecciosos e/ou traumáticas que podem dificultar a manutenção do equilíbrio corporal. Objetivo: Avaliar a influência das informações sensoriais no equilíbrio corporal estático de idosos vestibulopatas. Método: Estudo transversal, cuja amostra foi constituída por idosos vestibulopatas. Empregaram-se o Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance (CTSIB) e a posturografia integrada à realidade virtual (Balance Rehabilitation Unit.). Os parâmetros avaliados à posturografia foram: área do centro de pressão (COP) e velocidade de oscilação (VOC). Resultados: Foram avaliados 123 idosos, com média etária de 73,11 anos. O pior desempenho ocorreu na condição cúpula visual-superfície instável (SI) do CTSIB. As diferenças entre as condições foram: superfície firme (SF)-olhos abertos (OA)/SF-olhos fechados (OF) e SI-OA/SI-OF (p < 0,001); SI-OF/SI-cúpula visual. Observou-se diferença da área do COP e da VOC entre as condições: SF-OA/SF-OF; SF-estímulo sacádico/SF-estímulo optocinético vertical; SF-estímulos optocinéticos/SF-interação visuo-vestibular (IVV); SF-IVV/SI, com pior desempenho nas condições SF-OF, SF-estímulo optocinético vertical, SF-IVV e SI-OF. Observou-se diferençado COP entre as condições SF-OF/SF-estímulo sacádico, com pior desempenho na condição SF-OF, e da VOC entre as condições SF-estímulo sacádico e SF-estímulo optocinético horizontal (p < 0,001). Conclusão: O equilíbrio corporal estático de idosos vestibulopatas é pior à medida que as condições sensoriais são mais desafiadoras, ou seja, em SI e SE, estímulos visuais como os optocinéticos e interação visuovestibular e OF. .


Subject(s)
Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Vestibular Diseases/physiopathology , Chronic Disease , Cross-Sectional Studies
10.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 80(6): 508-514, Nov-Dec/2014. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-730456

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Postural instability is one of the most disabling features of Parkinson's disease. Objective: To evaluate postural balance in Parkinson's disease. Methods: Thirty patients with Parkinson's disease were compared with controls using Tetrax™ interactive balance system posturography. Results: For different positions, patients with Parkinson's disease showed a significantly higher weight distribution index, fall index, Fourier transformation at low-medium frequencies (F2–F4), and significantly lower right/left and toe/heel synchronization versus controls. Conclusion: Postural imbalance in Parkinson's disease patients is characterized by the abnormalities of weight distribution index, synchronization index, Fourier transformation index, and fall index as measured by Tetrax™ posturography. .


Introdução: A instabilidade postural é um dos principais problemas na doença de Parkinson. Objetivo: Avaliar o controle postural na doença de Parkinson. Método: Um grupo de 30 pacientes com doença de Parkinson foi comparado com um grupo controle à posturografia estática do Tetrax Interactive Balance System (Tetrax™). Resultados: Em diferentes condições sensoriais, houve diferenças significantes entre os dois grupos, tendo sido encontrados nos parkinsonianos valores maiores do índice de distribuição de peso, do índice de risco de queda e da faixa de frequência F2-4 e valores menores da sincronização da oscilação postural direito-esquerda e dedos/calcanhares. Conclusão: O comprometimento do controle postural em pacientes com doença de Parkinson é caracterizado por alterações na distribuição de peso, na sincronização da oscilação postural direita/esquerda e dedos/calcanhares, nas faixas de frequência de oscilação postural e no índice de risco de queda à posturografia do Tetrax™. .


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Parkinson Disease/physiopathology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Severity of Illness Index , Case-Control Studies , Fourier Analysis
11.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 79(2): 150-157, mar.-abr. 2013. ilus, tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-673219

ABSTRACT

Vertigem Posicional Paroxística Benigna (VPPB) pode alterar o equilíbrio corporal em pacientes idosos. OBJETIVO: Observar os efeitos da manobra de Epley em idosos com VPPB, avaliando os aspectos clínicos e funcionais do equilíbrio corporal. Forma de estudo: clínico e prospectivo. MÉTODO: Após o diagnóstico da doença (teste de DixHallpike), os testes Time Up and Go (TUGT), Clinical test of Sensory Interaction and Balance (CTSIB) e o teste de membros inferiores (MMI) foram realizados antes e após a manobra de reposicionamento de Epley modificada. RESULTADOS: O gênero feminino foi o mais prevalente e a média etária foi de 70,10 anos (DP = 7,00). Todos os pacientes apresentaram ductolitíase de canal posterior. Os seguintes sintomas melhoraram após a manobra: a instabilidade postural (p = 0,006), náusea e vômito (p = 0,021) e zumbido (p = 0,003). Em relação ao TUGT e o escore do teste de MMII, observou-se diminuição significante do tempo pós-manobra de Epley (p < 0,001). Observou-se melhora no CTSIB pós-manobra de Epley nas condições 2 (p < 0,003), condição 3 (p < 0,001), condição 4 (p < 0,001), condição 5 (p < 0,001), e condição 6 (p < 0,001). CONCLUSÃO: Houve melhora nos aspectos clínicos e funcionais do equilíbrio corporal em idosos com VPPB após o tratamento com a Manobra de Epley modificada.


Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) may compromise the balance of elderly subjects. OBJECTIVE: To observe the effects of the Epley maneuver in elderly subjects with BPPV and assess clinical and functional aspects of body balance. METHOD: This is a prospective clinical study. Patients diagnosed with BPPV (Dix-Hallpike test) were submitted to the Timed Up & Go (TUG) test, the Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance (CTSIB), and lower limb testing before and after they were repositioned using the modified Epley maneuver. RESULTS: Most subjects were females, and the group's mean age was 70.10 years (SD = 7.00). All patients had canalithiasis of the posterior canal. The following symptoms improved after the maneuver: postural instability (p = 0.006), nausea and vomiting (p = 0.021), and tinnitus (p = 0.003). Subjects improved their times significantly in the TUG and lower limb tests after the Epley maneuver (p < 0.001). Patients performed better on the CTSIB after the Epley maneuver on condition 2 (p < 0.003), condition 3 (p < 0.001), condition 4 (p < 0.001), condition 5 (p < 0.001), and condition 6 (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: Clinical and functional aspects of body balance in elderly with BPPV improved after treatment with the modified Epley maneuver.


Subject(s)
Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Vertigo/physiopathology , Prospective Studies , Sensation Disorders/therapy , Treatment Outcome , Vertigo/therapy
12.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 78(5): 104-109, set.-out. 2012. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-654294

ABSTRACT

Quedas representam um importante problema de saúde entre a população idosa. Aproximadamente um terço dos idosos acima de 65 anos de idade sofrerão uma ou mais quedas por ano. OBJETIVO: Avaliar o equilíbrio entre idosos que caem e aqueles que não sofrem queda. Desenho do estudo: clínico. MÉTODOS: Investigamos 30 indivíduos com mais de 65 anos de idade. 15 haviam sofrido queda em um período de um ano (Grupo I) e 15 não tinham passado de quedas (Grupo II). Comparamos os valores da Posturografia Dinâmica Computadorizada (PDC); Teste de Organização Sensorial (TOS); Limites de Estabilidade (LE); Deslocamento Ponderal Rítmico (DPR) e Escala de Equilíbrio de Berg (EEB) entre os indivíduos dos grupos I e II. RESULTADOS: Os valores de TOS 3, 6 e composto, EEB e escore de velocidade no eixo direita-esquerda do DPR foram significativamente menores no Grupo I e determinamos o TOS 4, 5, 6, composto e EEB do grupo II (p < 0,05). CONCLUSÃO: Os valores de PDC e EEB em idosos que sofrem quedas estiveram significativamente mais baixos quando comparados àqueles que não caíram.


Falls present a substantial health problem among the elderly population. Approximately one-third of community-dwelling people over 65 years of age will experience one or more each year. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate balance between fallers and non-fallers elderly. Study Design: Clinical study. METHODS: We studied 30 subjects older than 65 years of age. 15 subjects had a history of falls within a year (Group I) and 15 subjects had no history of falls (Group II). The scores of Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP); Sensory Organization Test (SOT), Limits of Stability (LOS), Rhytmic Weight Shift (RWS) and Berg Balance Scale (BBS) findings gathered from the individuals from Group I and Group II, were compared. RESULTS: The SOT 3, 6, composite, BBS scores and left-right on-axis velocity score of RWS test of the Group I were found to be significantly lower the Group II (p < 0.05). A positive correlation between the SOT 3, 5, composite and BBS scores of Group I and the SOT 4, 5, 6, composite and BBS scores of Group II is determined (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION: The CDP and BBS scores in fallers were found to be significiantly lower as compared to the non-fallers elderly.


Subject(s)
Aged , Humans , Accidental Falls , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Case-Control Studies , Geriatric Assessment , Sensation Disorders/complications , Sensation Disorders/diagnosis
14.
Clinics ; 67(7): 719-729, July 2012. graf, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-645442

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVES: Declines in cognition and mobility are frequently observed in the elderly, and it has been suggested that the appearance of gait disorders in older individuals may constitute a marker of cognitive decline that precedes significant findings in functional performance screening tests. This study sought to evaluate the relationship between functional capacities and gait and balance in an elderly community monitored by the Preventive and Integrated Care Unit of the Hospital Adventista Silvestre in Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil. METHODS: Elderly individuals (193 females and 90 males) were submitted to a broad geriatric evaluation, which included the following tests: 1) a performance-oriented mobility assessment (POMA) to evaluate gait; 2) a mini-mental state examination (MMSE); 3) the use of Katz and Lawton scales to assess functional capacity; 4) the application of the geriatric depression scale (GDS); and 5) a mini-nutritional assessment (MNA) scale. RESULTS: Reductions in MMSE, Katz and Lawton scores were associated with reductions in POMA scores, and we also observed that significant reductions in POMA scores were present in persons for whom the MMSE and Katz scores did not clearly indicate cognitive dysfunction. We also demonstrated that a decline in the scores obtained with the GDS and MNA scales was associated with a decline in the POMA scores. CONCLUSIONS: Considering that significant alterations in the POMA scores were observed prior to the identification of significant alterations in cognitive capacity using either the MMSE or the Katz systems, a prospective study seems warranted to assess the predictive capacity of POMA scores regarding the associated decline in functional capacity.


Subject(s)
Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Aging/physiology , Cognition Disorders/diagnosis , Gait/physiology , Geriatric Assessment/methods , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/diagnosis , Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale , Cognition Disorders/physiopathology , Mental Status Schedule , Neuropsychological Tests , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology
15.
Arq. neuropsiquiatr ; 69(6): 914-919, Dec. 2011. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-612632

ABSTRACT

Pusher behavior (PB) is a disorder of postural control affecting patients with encephalic lesions. This study has aimed to identify the brain substrates that are critical for the occurrence of PB, to analyze the influence of the midline shift (MS) and hemorrhagic stroke volume (HSV) on the severity and prognosis of the PB. We identified 31 pusher patients of a neurological unit, mean age 67.4±11.89, 61.3 percent male. Additional neurological and functional examinations were assessed. Neuroimaging workup included measurement of the MS, the HSV in patients with hemorrhagic stroke, the analysis of the vascular territory, etiology and side of the lesion. Lesions in the parietal region (p=0.041) and thalamus (p=0.001) were significantly more frequent in PB patients. Neither the MS nor the HSV were correlated with the PB severity or recovery time.


A síndrome do empurrador (SE) é um distúrbio de controle postural que acomete indivíduos com lesões encefálicas. Os objetivos deste estudo foram identificar as estruturas encefálicas envolvidas na SE, analisar a influência dos desvios de linha média (DLM) e volume do hematoma (VH) na gravidade e duração da SE. Dentre os pacientes internados na enfermaria de neurologia, foram identificados 31 pacientes com SE, idade média 67,4±11,89, 61,3 por cento homens. Foram realizados exames neurológico e funcional. As análises das neuroimagens incluíram medidas de VH em pacientes com doença cerebrovascular (DC) hemorrágica, DLM, análise do território vascular, etiologia e lado da lesão. Lesão nas regiões parietal (p=0,041) e talâmica (p=0,001) foram significativamente mais frequentes nos pacientes com SE. Não foi observada correlação dos DLM e volume do hematoma com a gravidade e duração da SE.


Subject(s)
Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Brain Injuries/complications , Brain Neoplasms/complications , Intracranial Hemorrhages/complications , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/etiology , Stroke/complications , Brain Injuries/physiopathology , Brain Neoplasms/physiopathology , Case-Control Studies , Follow-Up Studies , Intracranial Hemorrhages/physiopathology , Magnetic Resonance Imaging , Neuroimaging , Prospective Studies , Severity of Illness Index , Syndrome , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Stroke/physiopathology , Tomography, X-Ray Computed
16.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 77(6): 791-798, nov.-dez. 2011. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-608468

ABSTRACT

As doenças vestibulares são frequentes na população idosa, resultando, principalmente, em tontura e desequilíbrio corporal, sintomas que podem prejudicar as atividades de vida diária. OBJETIVO: Estudar a correlação entre equilíbrio corporal e a capacidade funcional e a comparação entre risco de queda, ocorrência de queda e a capacidade funcional de idosos com disfunções vestibulares crônicas. MATERIAL E MÉTODO: Forma de estudo transversal, clínico e experimental com 50 idosos, de 60 a 86 anos, com vestibulopatias periféricas crônicas. Estes idosos foram submetidos à avaliação do equilíbrio por meio do Dynamic Gait Index (DGI) e à avaliação da capacidade funcional, por meio da Medida de Independência Funcional (MIF). Os dados obtidos foram submetidos ao teste de correlação de Spearman e aos de comparação de Mann-Whitney e Kruskal-Wallis, sendo considerado α=5 por cento (0,05). RESULTADOS: Verificou-se correlação positiva entre o escore total do DGI e todas as pontuações da MIF, especialmente a MIF total (r=0,447; p<0,001), prejuízo da capacidade funcional em idosos com maior risco de queda (p<0,001). CONCLUSÃO: Há correlação entre equilíbrio corporal e capacidade funcional em idosos com vestibulopatias periféricas, isto é, quanto melhor o equilíbrio, melhor a capacidade funcional. Além disso, uma pior capacidade funcional aumenta o risco de queda nestes indivíduos.


Vestibular disorders are common among the elderly, mainly resulting in dizziness and imbalance - symptoms which can impact daily routine activities. AIM: To study the correlation between body balance and functional capacity and a comparison of risk of falls, actual falls and the functional capacity of the elderly with chronic vestibular dysfunctions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional, clinical and experimental study with 50 senior citizens - 60 to 86 years, with chronic peripheral vestibular dysfunction. These participants underwent body balance assessment by the Dynamic Gait Index (DGI) and functional capacity assessment by the Functional Independence Measure (FIM). The data was tested using the Spearman correlation and comparison tests, Mann-Whitney and Kruskal- Wallis, being α=5 percent (0.05). RESULTS: There was a significant correlation between the total DGI score and all FIM scores, especially the total score (r=0.447; p<0.001) and loss of functional capacity in elderly patients with the highest risk of falling (p<0.001). CONCLUSION: There is a positive correlation between body balance and functional capacity in elderly patients with peripheral vestibular disorders, that is: the better the balance, the better the individual's functional capacity. In addition, a worse functional capacity increases the individual's risk of falling.


Subject(s)
Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Accidental Falls , Postural Balance , Sensation Disorders/etiology , Vestibular Diseases/complications , Chronic Disease , Geriatric Assessment/methods , Postural Balance/physiology , Risk Factors , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Vestibular Function Tests , Vestibular Diseases/physiopathology
17.
Arq. neuropsiquiatr ; 69(2a): 202-207, Apr. 2011. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-583773

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the correlation between balance, falls and loss of functional capacity in mild and moderate Alzheimer's disease(AD). METHOD: 40 subjects without cognitive impairment (control group) and 48 AD patients (25 mild, 23 moderate) were evaluated with the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and the Disability Assessment for Dementia (DAD). Subjects answered a questionnaire about falls occurrence in the last twelve months. RESULTS: Moderate AD patients showed poorer balance (p=0.001) and functional capacity (p <0.0001) and it was observed a correlation between falls and balance (r= -0.613; p=0.045). CONCLUSION: There is a decline of balance related to AD which is a factor associated to the occurrence of falls, albeit not the most relevant one. The loss of functional capacity is associated with the disease's progress but not to a higher occurrence of falls. The balance impairment did not correlate with functional decline in AD patients.


OBJETIVO: Analisar a correlação entre déficit de equilíbrio, ocorrência de quedas e prejuízo funcional na doença de Alzheimer (DA). MÉTODO: 40 idosos sem comprometimento cognitivo (grupo controle) e 48 idosos com DA (25 leves e 23 moderados), avaliados através da Escala de Equilíbrio de Berg (EEB) e Escala de Avaliação de Incapacidade (EAI), e questionados quanto à ocorrência de quedas nos últimos doze meses. RESULTADOS: O equilíbrio no grupo DA moderada foi pior do que no grupo leve (p=0,001), bem como a capacidade funcional (p<0,0001), sem diferença na ocorrência de quedas entre os grupos. Na DA moderada, houve correlação entre ocorrência de quedas e EEB (r= -0,613; p=0,045). CONCLUSÃO: Há um declínio do equilíbrio associado à progressão da DA. O declínio da capacidade funcional não foi associado à maior ocorrência de quedas. O déficit de equilíbrio não se correlacionou ao declínio funcional na DA.


Subject(s)
Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Accidental Falls/statistics & numerical data , Alzheimer Disease/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Psychomotor Performance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Case-Control Studies , Disease Progression , Educational Status , Severity of Illness Index
18.
Clinics ; 66(12): 2043-2048, 2011. ilus, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-609000

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: Impairments in balance can be a consequence of changes in the motor, sensory, and integrative aspects of motor control. Abnormal sensory reweighting, i.e., the ability to select the most appropriate sensory information to achieve postural stability, may contribute to balance impairment. The Sensory Organization Test is a component of Computerized Dynamic Posturography that evaluates the impact of visual, vestibular, and somatosensory inputs, as well as sensory reweighting, under conditions of sensory conflict. The aim of this study is to compare balance control in hemiparetic patients during the first year post-stroke and in age-matched neurologically normal subjects using the Berg Balance Scale and Computerized Dynamic Posturography. METHODS: We compared the Berg Balance Scale and Sensory Organization Test scores in 21 patients with hemiparesis after first-ever ischemic stroke and in 21 age-matched, neurologically normal subjects. An equilibrium score was defined for each Sensory Organization Test condition. RESULTS: Berg Balance Scale scores were significantly lower in the patients than in the neurologically normal subjects. Equilibrium scores were significantly lower in the patients than in the neurologically normal subjects for those Sensory Organization Test conditions that did not provide appropriate somatosensory information and under conditions of sensory conflict. A history of falls was more frequent in patients with lower equilibrium scores. CONCLUSION: During the first year after a stroke, defective sensory reweighting significantly impacts balance control in hemiparetic patients. These results are important for the planning of effective rehabilitation interventions.


Subject(s)
Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Paresis/physiopathology , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Stroke/physiopathology , Vestibule, Labyrinth/physiopathology , Paresis/etiology , Severity of Illness Index , Sensation Disorders/etiology , Stroke/complications , Time Factors
19.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 76(3): 392-398, maio-jun. 2010. graf, tab
Article in English, Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-554195

ABSTRACT

A one hypothesis to explain some vestibular peripheral disorders is their association with life style. Thus, studies with young adults are relevant. AIM: to analyze the prevalence of dynamic balance alterations in young adults and their possible association with life style variables, health and negative emotional states (since they can impact the outcome). MATERIALS AND METHODS: we carried out a non-probabilistic cross-sectional, clinical-retrospective study with young adults (18-32 years of age) from a university with 751 individuals, with a mean age of 22.45± 3.32 years. Life style, health and negative emotional states (NES) variables - depression, stress and anxiety, were collected by means of an interview. The Unterberger test was used in order to check for indications of dynamic balance alterations. Individuals with altered dynamic balance (ADB) were compared to those without these alterations (controls). RESULTS: From our sample, 642 (83.6 percent) had less than 45º of deviation, while 109 (14.2 percent) had greater than 45º deviation and were the considered with ADB. The ADB group had a greater prevalence of smoking, alcohol abuse/dependence, high blood pressure and NES. CONCLUSION: the study highlights the occurrence of ADB which needs to be corroborated in future studies


Uma hipótese para explicar algumas desordens periféricas vestibulares seria sua correlação com variáveis do estilo de vida. Assim, a realização de estudos populacionais sobre o tema em adultos jovens é relevante. OBJETIVOS: Analisar a prevalência de indicação de alterações no equilíbrio dinâmico em adultos jovens e sua possível associação com variáveis do estilo de vida, saúde e estados emocionais negativos (pois podem intervir nos resultados). MATERIAL E MÉTODO: Foi realizado um estudo epidemiológico transversal, não-probabilístico, retrospectivo-clínico, em adultos jovens (18-32 anos) de uma comunidade universitária com 751 indivíduos, com média de 22.45± 3.32 anos. Variáveis do estilo de vida, saúde e estados emocionais negativos (EEN), que são depressão, ansiedade e estresse, foram coletadas via entrevista. Teste de Unterberger foi aplicado para averiguar indicação de alteração no equilíbrio dinâmico. Indivíduos com equilíbrio dinâmico alterado (EDA) foram então comparados com os sem alteração (controle). RESULTADOS: Da amostra 642 (83.6 por cento) desviaram menos que 45º enquanto que 109 (14.2 por cento) apresentaram um desvio maior que 45º sendo então considerados o grupo EDA. O grupo EDA apresentou maior prevalência de tabagismo, abuso/dependência de álcool, hipertensão arterial sistêmica e de EEN. CONCLUSÃO: O estudo destaca a ocorrência de EDA que precisa ser comprovado em estudos futuros


Subject(s)
Adolescent , Adult , Female , Humans , Male , Young Adult , Anxiety/psychology , Depression/psychology , Life Style , Postural Balance , Sensation Disorders/diagnosis , Stress, Psychological/psychology , Anxiety/epidemiology , Brazil/epidemiology , Case-Control Studies , Cross-Sectional Studies , Depression/epidemiology , Prevalence , Postural Balance/physiology , Retrospective Studies , Socioeconomic Factors , Sensation Disorders/epidemiology , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology , Stress, Psychological/epidemiology , Young Adult
20.
Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 76(2): 148-155, mar.-abr. 2010. tab
Article in English, Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-548314

ABSTRACT

O alcoolismo é uma doença crônica que consiste em um estado de intoxicação causado pelo consumo de álcool. Os sinais e sintomas frequentemente encontrados são entre outros: instabilidade ao andar, tontura e descoordenação psicomotora. OBJETIVO: Verificar a influência do alcoolismo no equilíbrio postural. MATERIAL E MÉTODOS: Este é um estudo prospectivo; a amostra compreendeu 32 indivíduos para o grupo experimental, frequentadores do grupo de Alcoólicos Anônimos da cidade de Santa Maria-RS e 32 indivíduos não alcoólicos para o grupo controle. Os indivíduos foram submetidos à avaliação otorrinolaringológica, avaliação do equilíbrio estático e dinâmico e provas cerebelares, avaliação vectoeletronistagmográfica e posturografia dinâmica. RESULTADOS: Constatou-se que a vectoeletronistagmografia mostrou-se normal na maioria dos indivíduos do grupo experimental, indicando que o labirinto e as vias vestíbulo-oculomotoras estariam normais e que o distúrbio do equilíbrio por eles apresentado seria decorrente de disfunção em outras áreas do sistema nervoso central ou periférico. Na posturografia dinâmica constatou-se que alcoólicos abstinentes apresentam alterações significantes do equilíbrio postural quando comparados com indivíduos não alcoólicos. CONCLUSÃO: O álcool tem influência deletéria no equilíbrio corporal.


Alcoholism is a chronic condition, consisting on a state of intoxication caused by the consumption of alcohol beverages. Frequently found signs and symptoms are: gait instability, dizziness and lack of psychomotor coordination, among others. AIM: to study the influence of alcoholism on postural balance. MATERIALS AND METHODS: this is a prospective study. The sample comprehended 32 individuals in the experimental group, members of the Alcoholic Anonymous Group of the city of Santa Maria-RS and 32 non-alcoholic individuals making up the control group. The individuals were submitted to an otorhinolaryngological evaluation, static and dynamic balance study and cerebellar tests, vecto-electro-nystagmographic evaluation and dynamic posturography. RESULTS: we noticed that the vectoelectronystagmography was normal for most of the individuals in the experimental group, indicating that the labyrinth and the oculomotor-vestibular pathways were normal and that the balance disorder they presented would stem from the dysfunction in other areas of the central or peripheral nervous system. In the dynamic posturography we noticed that alcoholics who were not drinking presented significant alterations in their postural balance when compared to non-alcoholic individuals. CONCLUSION: alcoholic beverages have a deleterious influence on body balance.


Subject(s)
Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Alcoholism/complications , Postural Balance/physiology , Sensation Disorders/etiology , Alcoholism/physiopathology , Case-Control Studies , Electronystagmography/methods , Prospective Studies , Sensation Disorders/physiopathology
SELECTION OF CITATIONS
SEARCH DETAIL