Dependencia en adultos mayores con enfermedad de Alzheimer en el Hospital Civil de Tepic, Nayarit, México / Dependence in Aged Adults Suffering from Alzheimer Disease at Tepic Civil Hospital, Nayarit, México

Introducción: El mundo ha experimentado un proceso de cambio que implica múltiples transiciones, como la demográfica y epidemiológica. En México, la prevalencia de las enfermedades demenciales como el Alzheimer tiene una tendencia al aumento, de ahí que sea necesario estudiar y analizar sus repercusiones en la población. Objetivo: Determinar el grado de dependencia en adultos mayores con enfermedad de Alzheimer en un hospital de segundo nivel en Nayarit, México. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo, corte transversal y enfoque cuantitativo. Se aplicó el índice de Barthel para evaluar las actividades básicas de la vida diaria a 29 cuidadores principales de los pacientes registrados en la base de datos del hospital. Las variables elegidas fueron: sexo, edad, municipio y grado de dependencia. El análisis de los datos se realizó mediante el programa SPSS de IBM versión 20. Resultados: La edad media fue de 79 años; el 62,1 por ciento fueron mujeres y el 37,9 por ciento hombres; el municipio con mayor número de pacientes fue Tepic (44,8 por ciento); con respecto al grado de dependencia, la independencia fue la más frecuente (27,6 por ciento), seguido de dependencia total (24,1 por ciento). Se evidenció correlación entre defunciones y grado de dependencia con un nivel de significancia por debajo de 0,000 (error α). Conclusiones. En Nayarit existe dependencia en los adultos mayores con enfermedad de Alzheimer. Los cuidadores primarios reciben poca o ninguna capacitación para el cuidado de estos pacientes. El subdiagnóstico de esta enfermedad de alguna manera favorece la dependencia, pues no se orienta o no se otorgan las medidas básicas terapéuticas a la familia para el apoyo del enfermo, esto a su vez es de especial interés debido a que existe una correlación estrecha entre defunción y dependencia(AU)

Introduction: The world has undergone a process of change that involves multiple transitions, such as demographic and epidemiological. In Mexico, the prevalence of dementia diseases such as Alzheimer's has an increasing trend, hence it is necessary to study and to analyze its impact on the population. Objective: To determine the degree of dependence in aged adults with Alzheimer's disease in a second-level hospital in Nayarit, Mexico. Methods: This is a descriptive study with cross-sectional and quantitative approach. The Barthel index was applied to assess the basic activities of daily living to 29 main caregivers of the patients registered in the hospital database. The variables chosen were sex, age, municipality and degree of dependency. Data analysis was performed using the IBM SPSS version 20 program. Results: The mean age was 79 years; 62.1percent were women and 37.9percent men; the municipality with the highest number of patients was Tepic (44.8percent). Regarding the degree of dependence, independence was the most frequent (27.6percent), followed by total dependence (24.1percent). Correlation between deaths and degree of dependence was evidenced with a level of significance below 0.000 (α error). Conclusions: In Nayarit there is dependence in aged adults suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Primary caregivers receive little or no training in caring for these patients. The underdiagnoses of this disease in some way favors dependence, since the family is not guided or the basic therapeutic measures are not given to support the patient, this in turn is of special interest because there is close correlation between deaths and dependency(AU)

Estudio sobre los niveles de dependencia en pacientes oncológicos con sintomatología respiratoria / Study on the levels of dependence of the oncological patient with respiratory symptomatology

La incidencia del cáncer (Ca) en España está en aumento (247.771 nuevos diagnósticos). La Supervivencia de pacientes oncológicos a los 5 años es 53%. Principal problema, es la calidad de esa supervivencia. Un Importante factor condicionante son los niveles de dependencia de los pacientes en tratamiento activo. Objetivo principal: Evaluar el nivel de dependencia de los pacientes oncológicos con disnea. METODOLOGÍA: Estudio observacional prospectivo transversal con muestreo no probabilístico de asignación accidental. La muestra se reclutó del Servicio de Oncología Médica del Hospital Universitario de Salamanca. Se procedió a la derivación de los pacientes al programa de terapia ocupacional con la consiguiente inclusión de estos en el estudio. Posteriormente y tras obtener el consentimiento informado firmado, se procedió a evaluar. Se utilizó la escala de Lawton-Brody, y el índice de Barthel. Se diseñó una hoja de registro para datos sociodemográficos y clínicos. RESULTADOS: Muestra total de 180 individuos. Edad media de 68,48 (±10,513) años. El 52,8% varones, por un 47,2% mujeres. El 22,8% presentaban diagnóstico de Ca de mama, un 31,7% Ca pulmonar y un 45,6% Ca relacionado con el aparato digestivo. En cuanto a los niveles de dependencia, escala de Lawton-Brody, puntuación media de 4,31 (±1,832) puntos (niveles de dependencia moderados); índice de Barthel, puntuación media de 42,53 (±2,789) puntos (nivel de dependencia moderado). Peores puntuaciones en diagnóstico anatomopatológico pulmonar. Correlación fuerte y estadísticamente significativa entre ABVD y AIVD (r=0,803, para p<0,05), y correlación significativa (r=-0,403, para p<0,001) entre la edad y la realización de AIVD. CONCLUSIÓN: Los pacientes oncológicos con disnea presentan unos niveles de dependencia moderada.

The incidence of cancer (Ca) in Spain is increasing (247,771 new diagnoses). Survival of cancer patients at 5 years is 53%. The main problem is the quality of that survival. An important conditioning factor is the level of dependence of patients in active treatment. Aim: To evaluate the level of dependence of cancer patients with dyspnea. METHODOLOGY: Cross-sectional prospective observational study with non-probabilistic accidental assignment sampling. Sample was recruited from the Service of Medical Oncology at the Salamanca University Hospital. The patients were referred to the occupational therapy program with their consequent inclusion in the study. Subsequently, and after obtaining signed informed consent, an evaluation was carried out. The Lawton-Brody scale and the Barthel index were used. A record sheet for sociodemographic and clinical data was designed. RESULTS: Total sample of 180 individuals. Average age of 68.48 (± 10.513) years. 52.8% men, by 47.2% women. 22.8% had a diagnosis of breast Ca, 31.7% pulmonary Ca and 45.6% Ca related to the digestive system. Regarding the levels of dependency, Lawton-Brody scale, mean score of 4.31 (± 1,832) points (moderate levels of dependency); Barthel index, mean score of 42.53 (± 2.789) points (moderate level of dependence). Worse scores in pulmonary pathological diagnosis. Strong and statistically significant correlation between ABVD and AIVD (r = 0.803, for p <0.05), and significant correlation (r = -0.403, for p <0.001) between age and AIVD performance. CONCLUSION: Oncology patients with dyspnoea show moderate levels of dependence.

Essential characteristics of sleep from the occupational science perspective / Características essenciais do sono na perspectiva da ciência ocupacional

Abstract Sleep occupation bears interesting and particular characteristics when described from the occupational science perspective. This theoretical essay examines literature from different disciplines, as well as key concepts of Occupational Science to contribute to this perspective of sleep. Firstly, the article describes sleep occupation as a pillar of health, wellbeing, and quality of life in human beings. Then, the essay focuses on how the occupation emerges in early life in the context of family routines and rituals. Daily participation and sleep are analyzed in response to two major questions that have arisen related to this occupation: how participation can be observed in an occupation characterized with periods of a reversible loss of consciousness, and how these periods could be integrated into a unique and particular occupation such as sleep. Afterward, the essay focuses on orchestration and synchronization as essential processes in the occupation. Sleep occupation meanings are described as a great contribution to people's identity and sense of belonging. Finally, sleep occupation is proposed as an occupational right. Understanding crucial sleep characteristics offer a broad vision from an occupational perspective. The possibility to examine this essential occupation for human life opens an opportunity to enrich the vision about what individuals do to sleep, how they organize it, and promote or not their health, besides how contextual elements support or not this occupation.

Resumo A ocupação do sono apresenta características interessantes e particulares quando descrita pela perspectiva da Ciência Ocupacional. Este ensaio teórico examina a literatura de diferentes disciplinas, assim como os conceitos-chave da Ciência Ocupacional, a fim de contribuir para a perspectiva do sono. Primeiramente, o artigo descreve a ocupação do sono como um pilar da saúde, do bem-estar e da qualidade de vida dos seres humanos. Em seguida, o ensaio se concentra em como a ocupação surge no início da vida, no contexto das rotinas e rituais da família. A participação diária e o sono foram analisados em resposta a duas questões principais que surgiram relacionadas a essas ocupações: como a participação pode ser observada em uma ocupação caracterizada por períodos de reversível perda da consciência e como estes períodos podem ser integrados em uma ocupação única e particular, como o sono. Posteriormente, o ensaio focaliza a orquestração e sincronização como processos essenciais na ocupação. Os significados da ocupação do sono são descritos como uma grande contribuição para a identidade e o sentimento de pertencimento das pessoas. Finalmente, a ocupação do sono é proposta como um direito ocupacional. A compreensão das características cruciais do sono oferece uma visão ampliada do ponto de vista ocupacional. A possibilidade de examinar essa ocupação essencial para a vida humana abre uma oportunidade para enriquecer a visão sobre o que os indivíduos fazem para dormir, como a organizam, e como isso promove a união à sua saúde, além de como os elementos contextuais apoiam ou não essa ocupação.

Construcción de subjetividad trans a partir de la ocupación entendida como hacer, ser y llegar a ser / Construção da subjetividade trans a partir da ocupação compreendida como fazer, ser e chegar a ser / Construction of trans subjectivity from the occupation understood as doing, being and becoming

Resumen Introducción Esta investigación indaga la influencia del sistema binario de género en la construcción del sujeto trans desde la perspectiva del Hacer y las potencialidades de Llegar a Ser, en el contexto sociocultural y político chileno, centrándose en las experiencias de los participantes mediante el rescate de la historia ocupacional. Objetivos Analizar la construcción del sujeto trans a través del hacer, ser y llegar a ser en base a sus narrativas y en relación a la estructura social chilena en la cual se desenvuelven, visualizando la influencia en sus estados de salud. Metodo Desde una perspectiva cualitativa con enfoque de conocimientos situados, se utiliza la metodología de producciones narrativas y técnicas discontinuas a múltiples voces. La información fue recolectada mediante entrevistas individuales y un grupo focal. Resultados El proceso de tránsito se presenta como un continuo ocupacional, identificando la performatividad del género mediante la ocupación, así como las transformaciones corporales en la construcción de subjetividad. Además se identifica un contexto sociocultural y político que vulnera derechos, lo cual impacta en la salud y el involucramiento en ocupaciones colectivas. Conclusiones La ocupación se presenta como un elemento reproductor del sistema binario de sexo-género, no obstante, también puede ser entendida como una herramienta de emancipación en la medida que permite transgredirla. En este sentido, se interpela a la Terapia Ocupacional a promover ocupaciones colectivas que potencien la capacidad de agencia de sujetos abyectos, determinando estados de salud favorables.

Resumo Introdução Esta pesquisa investiga a influência do sistema binário de gênero na construção do sujeito trans desde a perspectiva do fazer e as potencialidades do tornar-se a ser, no contexto sociocultural e político chileno, enfocando as experiências dos participantes através do resgate de História Ocupacional. Objetivos Analisar a construção do sujeito trans através do fazer, ser e tornar-se, com base em suas narrativas e em relação à estrutura social chilena em que atuam, visualizando a influência em seus estados de saúde. Método Em uma perspectiva qualitativa, com foco no conhecimento situado, foi utilizada a metodologia de produção de narrativa e técnicas descontínuas com múltiplas vozes. As informações foram coletadas por meio de entrevistas individuais e um grupo focal. Resultados O processo de trânsito é apresentado como um continuum ocupacional, identificando a performatividade de gênero através da ocupação, bem como transformações corporais na construção da subjetividade. Além disso, é identificado um contexto sociocultural e político que viola os direitos, com impacto na saúde e no envolvimento em ocupações coletivas. Conclusões A ocupação é apresentada como um elemento reprodutor do sistema binário sexo-gênero, no entanto, também pode ser entendida como uma ferramenta de emancipação, na medida em que permite transgredi-la. Nesse sentido, interpela-se a Terapia Ocupacional a promover ocupações coletivas que aumentem a capacidade de agência de sujeitos abjetos, determinando estados de saúde favoráveis.

Abstract Introduction This research inquires the influence of the binary gender system on the construction of the trans subject from the perspective of Doing and the potential of becoming, in the Chilean socio-cultural and political context, focusing on the experiences of the participants through the rescue of history occupational. Objectives Analyze the construction of the trans subject through doing, being and becoming based on their narratives, the Chilean social structure in which they develop, visualizing the influence on their health states. Method From a qualitative perspective with focus on situated knowledge, the methodology of narrative productions and discontinuous techniques is used to multiple voices. The information was collected through individual interviews and a focus group. Results The transit process is presented as an occupational continuum, identifying the performativization of gender through occupation, such as bodily transformations, in the construction of subjectivity. In addition, a sociocultural and political context that violates rights is identified, which impacts on health and participation in collective occupations. Conclusions Occupation is presented as a reproductive element of the binary sex-gender system, however, it can also be understood as a tool of emancipation insofar as it transgresses it. In this sense, Occupational Therapy is called upon to promote collective occupations that enhance the capacity of agency of abject subjects, determining favorable health states.

Terapia ocupacional, cotidiano e a tessitura da vida: aportes teórico-conceituais para a construção de perspectivas críticas e emancipatórias / Occupational therapy, everyday life and the fabric of life: theoretical-conceptual contributions for the construction of critical and emancipatory perspectives

Resumo Introdução Cotidiano surge como conceito crítico na terapia ocupacional no Brasil em 1988, entendido como construção sócio-histórica que possibilita conhecer as condições concretas de existência de sujeitos e coletivos. A partir de 1990, constitui-se como um dos eixos norteadores de práticas emancipatórias. Seu uso desde 2010 cresce na produção nacional, de modo significativo, seja como simples termo, noção, conceito ou categoria de análise. Objetivo Apresentar aportes teóricos para o uso do conceito de cotidiano na Terapia Ocupacional com base em uma perspectiva crítica, seja no âmbito da prática profissional ou na pesquisa. Método Trata-se de pesquisa teórica com base na leitura reflexiva de aportes das Ciências Humanas e Sociais, com destaque para as contribuições de Agnes Heller e Henri Lefebvre sobre o conceito. Resultados O artigo inicialmente realiza uma retrospectiva histórica do uso do conceito de cotidiano na Terapia Ocupacional no Brasil e clarifica a distinção do uso de palavras como termos, noções, conceitos e categorias. Apresenta e discute as bases teóricas que fundamentam as perspectivas críticas e problematiza o lugar do cotidiano e do sujeito do contemporâneo no contexto da Terapia Ocupacional. A seguir, com base em argumentos teórico-críticos, dialoga com contribuições de Agnes Heller e Henri Lefebvre, indicando seu uso do conceito de cotidiano como pilar crítico para a compreensão da realidade social. Conclusão Discussões teórico-conceituais são fundamentais para a elaboração de ideias, a afirmação de valores, a compreensão de contradições, a ressignificação e renovação da prática profissional e a sustentação da pesquisa em Terapia Ocupacional.

Abstract Introduction Everyday life emerges as a critical concept in Occupational Therapy in Brazil in 1988, understood as a socio-historical construction that makes it possible to know the concrete conditions of the existence of subjects and collectives. From 1990, it becomes one of the guiding axes of emancipatory practices. Its use since 2010 has grown significantly in national production, whether as a simple term, notion, concept or category of analysis. Objective To present theoretical contributions to the use of the everyday life concept in Occupational Therapy from a critical perspective, either within the scope of professional practice or research. Method This is theoretical research based on the reflective reading of contributions from the Human and Social Sciences, highlighting the contributions of Agnes Heller and Henri Lefebvre. Results The article initially presents a historical retrospective of the use of the everyday life concept in Occupational Therapy in Brazil and clarifies the distinction of the use of words as terms, notions, concepts, and categories. It presents and discusses the theoretical bases that underlie critical perspectives and problematizes everyday life and the contemporary subject in the context of Occupational Therapy. Next, based on theoretical-critical arguments, it dialogues with contributions from Agnes Heller and Henri Lefebvre, indicating their use of the concept of everyday life as a critical pillar for understanding social reality. Conclusion Theoretical and conceptual discussions are fundamental for the elaboration of ideas, the affirmation of values, the understanding of contradictions, the resignification and renewal of professional practice and research support.

Physical therapy in patients with Alzheimer's disease: a systematic review of randomized controlled clinical trials / Fisioterapia em pacientes com doença de Alzheimer: uma revisão sistemática de ensaios clínicos randomizados controlados / Fisioterapia en pacientes con enfermedad de Alzheimer: una revisión sistemática de ensayos clínicos aleatorizados controlados

ABSTRACT The objective of this study is to evaluate the effects of physical therapy on the cognitive and functional capacity of patients with Alzheimer's Disease (AD). This is a systematic review of randomized or quasi-randomized clinical trials, using the descriptors: AD, dementia and physical therapy. Two studies were included with a total of 207 participants. In study 1, no statistically significant difference was found on the mini-mental state examination (MMSE) (MD 0.0, 95%CI −5.76 to 5.76), neuropsychiatric inventory (MD −4.50, 95%CI −21.24 to 12.24) and Pfeffer instrumental activities questionnaire (MD 0.0 95%CI −6.48 to 6.48). In study 2, there was no statistically significant difference on the MMSE (MD −1.60, 95% CI −3.57 to 0.37), clock-drawing test (MD −0.20, 95%CI −0.61 to 0.21) and Alzheimer's Disease Assessment Scale - cognitive subscale (MD 1.0, 95%CI −2.21 to 4.21) after 12 months. There was no consistent evidence on the effectiveness of physiotherapeutic intervention in improving cognitive function and functional capacity of patients with AD. More studies should be conducted for better evidence.

RESUMO O objetivo do estudo é avaliar os efeitos da fisioterapia na capacidade cognitiva e funcional de pacientes com doença de Alzheimer (DA). Trata-se de revisão sistemática de ensaios clínicos randomizados ou quasi-randomizados utilizando os descritores: DA, demência e fisioterapia. Dois estudos foram incluídos, com um total de 207 participantes. No Estudo 1, não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa no miniexame do estado mental (MEEM) (MD 0,0, IC 95% 5,76−5,76), inventário neuropsiquiátrico (MD −4,50, IC 95% 12,24−21,24) e questionário de atividades instrumentais Pfeffer (MD 0,0 IC 95% −6,48 a 6,48). No Estudo 2, não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa no MEEM (MD −1,60, IC 95% −3,57 a 0,37), teste do desenho do relógio (MD −0,20, IC95% −0,61 a 0,21) e escala de avaliação da doença de Alzheimer - subitem cognição (MD 1,0, IC95% −2,21 a 4,21) após 12 meses. Não houve evidência consistente da eficácia da intervenção fisioterapêutica na melhora da função cognitiva e capacidade funcional na DA. Recomenda-se a produção de mais estudos para encontrar possíveis evidências.

RESUMEN El presente estudio tiene como objetivo evaluar los efectos de la fisioterapia en la capacidad cognitiva y funcional de pacientes con enfermedad de Alzheimer (EA). Se trata de una revisión sistemática de ensayos clínicos aleatorizados o casi-aleatorizados, en que se utilizó los descriptores: EA, demencia y fisioterapia. Se incluyeron dos estudios, con un total de 207 participantes. En el Estudio 1, no hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas en el Miniexamen del estado mental (MEEM) (MD 0,0, IC 95%: 5,6 -5,76), en el inventario neuropsiquiátrico (MD -4,50, IC 95%: 12,24 -21,24) y en el cuestionario de actividades instrumentales de Pfeffer (MD: 0,0 IC 95% IC: -6,48 a 6,48). En el Estudio 2, no hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas en el MEEM (MD −1,60, IC 95% −3,57 a 0,37), el test de diseño del reloj (MD −0,20, IC 95% −0,61 a 0,21) y la escala de evaluación de la enfermedad de Alzheimer: subítem de cognición (MD 1,0, IC 95% −2,21 a 4,21) tras 12 meses. No hubo evidencia consistente de la eficacia de la intervención fisioterapéutica en la mejora de la función cognitiva y de la capacidad funcional en la EA. Se recomienda realizar estudios adicionales para encontrar posibles evidencias.

Capacidad de marcha y dependencia funcional en adultos mayores con alteración visual / Gait capacity and functional dependency among older adults with vision disturbances / Capacidade de marcha e dependência funcional em idosos com alteração visual

Resumen Introducción La alteración visual puede producir cambios en la marcha y afectar la autonomía del adulto mayor, entendida como la necesidad de ayuda de otras personas o aditamentos para realizar, adecuadamente, sus actividades de la vida diaria. Objetivo Conocer la relación entre la capacidad de marcha y dependencia funcional en adultos mayores con alteración de la agudeza visual. Material y métodos Estudio descriptivo y correlacional, en una población de adultos mayores con alteración de la agudeza visual, muestra conformada por 94 adultos mayores. La marcha se midió con el sistema GAITRite, para la dependencia en Actividades Básicas de la Vida Diaria, se utilizó el Índice de Barthel, para las Actividades Instrumentales de la Vida Diaria el índice de Lawton y Brody. Resultados La capacidad de marcha y dependencia funcional, presentó relación positiva entre la velocidad de marcha (p = 0.000) y longitud del paso (p = 0.000) con las ABVD; la velocidad de marcha (p = 0.000), cadencia (p = 0.023) y longitud del paso (p = 0.000) con las AIVD y relación negativa entre la amplitud del paso (p = 0.012) y AIVD. Conclusión La valoración de la marcha en los AM con alteración en la agudeza visual, desde el primer nivel de atención, permitirá desarrollar intervenciones y programas encaminados a preservar la independencia del adulto mayor, reducir las tasas de morbilidad, disminuir costos en salud y contribuir en una mejor calidad de vida.

Abstract Introduction Disturbances in the visual function of the elderly can lead to gait changes which can have an impact on their autonomy, leading to the need of appliances and help of other persons in order for them to adequately perform their daily activities. Objective To gain understanding on the relationship between gait capacity and functional dependence among older adults with vision disturbances. Materials and Methods This is a descriptive and correlational study on a sample of 94 older adults with vision disturbances. The gait was measured using the GAITRite System. The functional status in terms of Activities of Daily Living (ADL), and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) were estimated using the Barthel, and the Lawton & Brody scales respectively. Results The gait capacity and functional dependence showed a positive relationship in terms of velocity (p = 0.000) and steps (p = 0.000) regarding the ADL; and in terms of velocity (p = 0.000), cadence (p = 0.023), and steps (p = 0.000) regarding the IADL. A negative relationship between step amplitude (p = 0.012) and IADL was also found. Conclusion From the primary healthcare point of view, accurate gait assessments on the older adults with vision disturbances will allow the development of programs and interventions aimed at preserving the independence, reducing the morbidity rates and costs, and contributing to maintain a better quality of life among older adults.

Resumo Introdução A alteração visual pode produzir câmbios na marcha e afetar a autonomia do idoso, entendida como a necessidade de ajuda de outras pessoas ou aditamentos para realizar, adequadamente, suas atividades da vida diária. Objetivo Conhecer a relação entre a capacidade de marcha e dependência funcional em idosos com alteração da agudeza visual. Material e métodos Estudo descritivo e correlacional, em uma população de idosos com alteração da agudeza visual, amostra conformada por 94 idosos. A marcha mediu-se com o sistema GAITRite, para dependência em Atividades Básicas da Vida Diária, utilizou-se o Índice de Barthel, para as Atividades Instrumentais da Vida Diária o índice de Lawton e Brody. Resultados A capacidade de marcha e dependência funcional, apresentou relação positiva entre a velocidade de marcha (p = 0.000) e longitude de passo (p = 0.000) com as ABVD; a velocidade de marcha (p = 0.000), cadência (p = 0.023) e longitude do passo (p = 0.000) com as AIVD e relação negativa entre a amplitude do passo (p = 0.012) e AIVD. Conclusão A valoração da marcha nos AM com alteração na agudeza visual, desde o primeiro nível de atenção, permitirá desenvolver intervenções e programas encaminhados a preservar a independência do idoso, reduzir as taxas de morbilidade, diminuir custos em saude e contribuir em uma melhor qualidade de vida.

Frailty syndrome and socioeconomic and health characteristics among older adults / Síndrome de fragilidad y características socioeconómicas y de salud de los adultos mayores

Abstract Objective: To investigate the association of frailty syndrome with socioeconomic and health variables among older adults. Methods: This is a cross-sectional, observational and analytical household research conducted with a sample of 1,609 urban elderly. We used: semi-structured questionnaire, scales (Katz, Lawton and shortened version of Geriatric Depression Scale) and Fragility Phenotype proposed by Fried. Descriptive analysis was performed along with a bivariate and multinomial logistic regression model (p <0.05). Results: The prevalence of pre-frailty condition was 52.0% and the fragility corresponded to 13.6%. Pre-frailty and frailty associated factors were, respectively: age range between 70-79 years and ≥80 years; one to four morbidities and five or more morbidities categories; functional disability for basic and instrumental activities of daily life and depression indicative; whilst lack of a companion or income and female gender were only associated to pre-frailty. Conclusion: The conditions of pre-frailty and frailty levels were elevated with negative effects on the health of the elderly.

Resumen Objetivo: Investigar la asociación del síndrome de fragilidad con variables socioeconómicas y de salud de los adultos mayores. Métodos: encuesta domiciliaria transversal, observacional y analítico realizado con una muestra de 1,609 personas mayores urbano. Fueron utilizados: cuestionario semi-estructurado, escalas (Katz, Lawton y depresión geriátrica acortado) y Fragilidad Fried fenotipo. Se realizaron los siguientes análisis: descriptivo, bivariado y modelo de regresión logística multinomial (p <0.05). Resultados: La prevalencia de la condición pre-fragilidad fue del 52.0% y la fragilidad correspondió a 13.6%. Los factores asociados a la prefragilidad y fragilidad fueron, respectivamente: a los intervalos de edad de 70-79 años y ≥80 años; una a cuatro morbilidades y cinco o más categorías de morbilidad; incapacidad funcional para actividades básicas e instrumentales de la vida diaria y indicativo de depresión; en cuanto que la ausencia de compañero y ingreso y el género femenino se asociaron a la prefragilidad. Conclusión: Las condiciones de los niveles previos a la fragilidad y la fragilidad fueron elevados con efectos negativos sobre la salud de los ancianos.

Nivel de funcionalidad en actividades básicas e instrumentales de la vida diaria del adulto mayor / Level of functionality in basic and instrumental daily life activities of elderly adult

La población en general tiene tendencia al envejecimiento, por lo que el Perú debe prepararse con políticas públicas que permitan a este segmento gozar de una vejez digna y con las debidas atenciones. Objetivos: determinar el nivel de funcionalidad en actividades básicas e instrumentales de la vida diaria del adulto mayor del Club CORESAMI en el año 2013. Material y métodos: estudio de tipo cuantitativo, descriptivo, de nivel aplicativo y de corte transversal. La población estuvo conformada por 35 adultos mayores, que concurrían al club antes mencionado, perteneciente a la Jurisdicción del Centro de Salud de San Juan de Miraflores. La técnica que se utilizó fue la encuesta y como instrumento un cuestionario. Resultados: del 100% (35), un 49% (17) tiene un nivel medio, un 34% (12), un nivel alto, y un 17% (6) un nivel bajo de funcionalidad para realizar actividades básicas e instrumentales de la vida diaria, prevaleciendo las primeras sobre los segundas, para las cuales requieren más apoyo. Conclusiones: se recomienda realizar estudios descriptivos en los diferentessectores y establecimientos de salud ya que tienen distintas realidades, así mismo programas de intervención dirigidos a estos adultos mayores de carácter inter y multidisciplinario que incluyan a la familia y comunidad.

The tendency of the general population is aging, so that Peru should be prepared with public policies that this segment are allowed to enjoy a decent and fairly old-age care. Objectives: to determine the level of functionality in basic and instrumental daily life activities of older adult in CORESAMI Club in 2013. Material and Methods: quantitative and descriptive level application and cross-section study. The population is composed of 35 older adults who were attended in the aforementioned Club, belonging to the jurisdiction of the Health Center of San Juan de Miraflores. The technique used was the survey and a questionnaire as an instrument. Results: of 100% (35), 49% (17) having an average level , 34% (12), a high level, and 17% (6) a low level of functionality to perform basic and instrumental activities of daily living . Prevailing the first on seconds, for which they require more support. Conclusions: descriptive studies are recommended in different sectors and health facilities as they have different realities, also intervention programs targeting these elderly people, inter and multidisciplinary involving the family and community.

A comparative study of the effects of Pilates and conventional rehabilitation treatment after total hip arthroplasty / 中华物理医学与康复杂志

Objective To compare the therapeutic effect of Pilates and conventional training after total hip arthroplasty (THA).Methods Fifty-eight patients who had undergone minimally invasive total hip replacement surgery were divided into an observation group (n =29) and a control group (n =29) using a random number table.The observation group was given Pilates rehabilitation training,including a series of exercises especially designed for this condition,for 6 months after the operation.The control group was provided with conventional postoperative rehabilitation training including passive range of motion exercise,balance training,etc.,lasting for 1 to 2 months in hospital,followed by self-training after discharge.At 1 month,3 months and 6 months after the operation hip joint function was evaluated in both groups using the Harris hip score and the modified Barthel index (MBI).The time for first out-of-bed activity after the operation,length of hospital stay and postoperative complications of the two groups were also recorded.Results At 1 month after the operation,the average Harris hip score and MBI score of the observation group were significantly better than those of the control group [(59.78 ± 6.22) vs (51.26 ± 3.42) and (52.56 ± 16.67) vs (45.63 ± 15.24),respectively].Two and 4 months later,in the observation group the average Harris hip score had improved significantly to (82.12 ± 3.32) and further to (91.42 ± 5.91),while the MBI score increased significantly to (58.39 ± 13.32) and (81.17 ± 13.87).The same tendency was observed in the control group and at those two time points no significant difference was observed between the observation group and the control group.The patients in the observation group had their first out-of-bed ambulation significantly earlier,a significantly shorter average hospital stay and significantly fewer postoperative complications.Conclusion Pilates training after minimally invasive THA can promote earlier and quicker functional recovery than conventional rehabilitation training.

Clinical Observation of Yangyin Tongluo Pills Combined with Acupuncture for Treatment of Cerebral Infarction Sequela / 广州中医药大学学报

Objective To observe the clinical effect of Yangyin Tongluo Pills combined with acupuncture for the treatment of cerebral infarction sequela. Methods One hundred patients with cerebral infarction sequela were evenly randomized into treatment group and control group. The control group was given acupuncture therapy combined with oral use of clopidogrel, and the treatment group was given acupuncture therapy combined with oral use of Yangyin Tongluo Pills (mainly composed of Fructus Lycii, Flos Chrysanthemi, Radix Rehmanniae, Cortex Moutan, Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae, Flos Carthami, Semen Persicae, Pheretima, Rhizoma Gastrodiae, Ramulus Uncariae cum Uncis, Spica Prunellae, Radix Glehniae, Radix Ophiopogonis, Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis, Radix Pseudostellariae) . One month constituted a treatment course, and the treatment covered 2 courses. After treatment, the therapeutic effect of the two groups was evaluated, and the changes of National Institute of Health Stroke Scale ( NIHSS) scores and Barthel Index Scale for activities of daily living ( ADL) , and hemorrheology indexes were observed before and after treatment. Results (1) After treatment for 2 courses, NIHSS scores were decreased, ADL scores were increased in the two groups (P0.05) . The treatment group had better effect on improving hemorrheology indexes than the control group (P<0.05) . (3) The total effective rate of the treatment group was 90.00% and that of the control group was 64.00%, the overall therapeutic effect of the treatment group being superior to that of the control group (P<0.05) . Conclusion Yangyin Tongluo Pills combined with acupuncture are effective for the treatment of cerebral infarction sequela, and the effect is superior to that of acupuncture combined with clopidogrel.

Baixo peso e dependência funcional em idosos institucionalizados de Uberlândia (MG), Brasil / Low weight and functional disability in institutionalized elderly interns in Uberlândia in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

O objetivo deste artigo é identificar a associação entre estado nutricional e dependência funcional dos idosos institucionalizados de Uberlândia (MG). Estudo transversal, com 233 idosos. Foram avaliadas variáveis sociodemográficas, estado nutricional e o grau de dependência dos idosos. Realizou-se análise multivariada pela Regressão de Poisson com variância robusta, para verificar a associação entre o estado nutricional e dependência funcional. O baixo peso pelo Índice de Massa Corporal se associou à dependência funcional após controle para variáveis socioeconômicas e demográficas, os idosos com baixo peso tinham uma razão de prevalência de dependência de 1,20 vezes àquela dos eutróficos. Como bem reportado pela literatura, a idade também se associou à dependência, com razão de prevalência de 1,19, para os longevos. O baixo peso constituiu importante fator associado à incapacidade funcional. Dessa forma, ressalta-se a necessidade de avaliação, monitoramento e recuperação do estado nutricional de idosos institucionalizados, que além de reduzir morbimortalidade por diversas doenças e melhorar a qualidade de vida, ainda pode prevenir e retardar a dependência funcional.

This article seeks to identify the association between nutritional status and functional dependence in institutionalized elderly interns in Uberlândia, Minas Gerais. It involved a cross-sectional study with 233 elderly interns in which sociodemographic variables, nutritional status and degree of dependency were assessed. Multivariate analysis was performed using Poisson regression with robust variance to assess the association between nutritional status and functional dependence of these senior citizens. Low weight by the Body Mass Index was associated with functional dependence after controlling for socioeconomic and demographic variables. The elderly with low weight had a prevalence ratio of dependence of 1.2 times the prevalence rate of dependence of well nourished elderly interns. As reported in the literature, age was also associated with dependence with a prevalence ratio of 1.19 for the longest living. Low weight is an important factor associated with functional disability. Thus, the need for evaluation, monitoring and recovery of nutritional status in the institutionalized elderly is stressed, as in addition to reducing morbidity and mortality from several diseases and improve quality of life, it can also prevent and delay functional dependency.

Functional and cognitive changes in community-dwelling elderly: Longitudinal study / Mudancas funcionais e cognitivas em idosos da comunidade: estudo longitudinal

BACKGROUND: The relationship between aging and increased life expectancy in the overall population likely contributes to a higher frequency rate and incidence of illnesses and functional disabilities. Physical dependence and cognitive impairment might hinder the performance of activities and result in an overload of care duties for the patient's family and the healthcare system. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the functional and cognitive changes exhibited by the elderly over a 6-month period. METHOD: This longitudinal and observational study was conducted in a sample of 167 elderly people, who were selected from the database of the Network of Studies on Frailty in Brazilian Elderly, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais - UFMG. The participants submitted to the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE), Katz Index, Lawton and Brody's scale and responded to items on Advanced Activities of Daily Living (AADLs). We analyzed the data using multivariate regression models. RESULTS: The participants' functional capacity exhibited reduced performance of specific instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), p=0.002, and basic activities of daily living (BADLs), p=0.038. Living alone (odds ratio (OR), 2.53; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.09-5.87) and work status (OR, 2.52; 95% CI, 1.18-5.41) were associated with changes in the IADLs. The scores in the AADL scale (p=0.163) and MMSE (p=0.059) did not exhibit any significant difference during the study period. The participants with better cognitive function were more independent in their performance of AADLs and IADLs. CONCLUSION: The results depict specific patterns of loss and stability of functional capacity in community-dwelling elderly. .

CONTEXTUALIZAÇÃO: O processo de envelhecimento associado à ampliação da expectativa de vida da população pode acarretar um aumento da prevalência e incidência de doenças e de prejuízos à funcionalidade. A dependência física e o comprometimento cognitivo podem impedir o desempenho de atividades, gerando uma sobrecarga de cuidados para a família e para o sistema de saúde. OBJETIVO: Comparar as mudanças funcionais e cognitivas em idosos ocorridas num período de seis meses. MÉTODO: Trata-se de um estudo observacional longitudinal, com uma amostra de 167 idosos, selecionados a partir do banco de dados da Rede de Estudos da Fragilidade em Idosos Brasileiros do polo da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG). Os participantes responderam ao Miniexame do Estado Mental (MEEM), ao Índice de Katz, a Escala de Lawton e Brody e a questões relativas à Atividade Avançada de Vida Diária (AAVD). Os dados foram analisados com modelos de regressão multivariada. RESULTADOS: Observou-se diminuição da capacidade funcional nas Atividades Instrumentais de Vida Diária (AIVD), p=0,002, e, nas Atividades Básicas de Vida Diária (ABVD), p=0,038, em algumas atividades específicas. Morar sozinho (OR=2,53; IC=1,09:5,87) e condição de trabalho (OR=2,52; IC=1,18:5,41) associaram-se a mudança nas AIVD. Não houve diferença significativa no período de tempo do acompanhamento, na pontuação da AAVD, p=0,163, e do MEEM, p=0,059. Observou-se que os indivíduos com melhor cognição eram mais independentes nas AAVD e nas AIVD. CONCLUSÃO: Esses resultados revelam perfis específicos de perda e de estabilidade na funcionalidade de idosos comunitários. .

Efecto moderador de la institucionalización en las actividades de la vida diaria y bienestar en el envejecimiento / Moderator effect of living in nursing homes on well-being and activities of daily life in the elderly

OBJETIVO: El envejecimiento con éxito es un concepto multidimensional que se puede evaluar a partir de componentes objetivos y subjetivos como el funcionamiento físico, psicológico y social. El objetivo de este trabajo es comparar el funcionamiento en variables relacionadas con el envejecimiento exitoso en ancianos institucionalizados y no institucionalizados. MÉTODO: Se realizó un diseño de dos grupos independientes, institucionalizados (N=242) y no institucionalizados (N=607), todos de más de 65 años, evaluándose sus actividades de la vida diaria (AVD) y el bienestar psicológico. RESULTADOS: El Índice de Barthel mostró diferencias significativas, siendo inferior la media de los institucionalizados que la de los no institucionalizados. En relación al bienestar, el MANOVA mostró diferencias entre grupos para todas las escalas. En los posteriores ANOVA's la variable crecimiento personal mostró las mayores diferencias y porcentaje de varianza explicada. Se obtuvieron correlaciones significativas de la edad con el Índice de Barthel, y con las siguientes escalas de bienestar psicológico de Ryff: autoaceptación, relaciones positivas con otros, dominio del ambiente y propósito en la vida. CONCLUSIONES: Los institucionalizados muestran puntuaciones significativamente inferiores en AVD y en bienestar psicológico, actuando como variable moderadora, que puede empeorar su situación. La edad afecta de forma más clara al bienestar de los institucionalizados, reafirmándose la necesidad de generar estrategias que mejoren la adaptación de las personas.

OBJECTIVES: Successful aging is a multidimensional concept that can be evaluated from objective and subjective components, such as physical, psychological and social functioning. This study aimed to compare the performance on variables related to successful aging in elderly institutionalized and non-institutionalized. METHODS: We conducted a design of two independent groups, institutionalized (N = 242) and non-institutionalized (N = 607), all aged over 65 years, evaluating their activities of daily living (ADL) and psychological well being. RESULTS: The Barthel index showed significant differences, being the mean of the institutionalized group lower than the mean of the non- institutionalized group. Regarding well-being, MANOVA showed differences between groups for all the scales. In subsequent ANOVA's, the variable personal growth showed the greatest differences and the percentage of explained variance. There were significant correlations between age and the Barthel Index, and the following scales Ryff's psychological well-being: self-acceptance, positive relations with others, environmental mastery and purpose in life. CONCLUSIONS: The institutionalized group has significantly lower scores in ADL and psychological well-being, and therefore living in nursing homes acts as a moderating variable that can worsen the situation. Additionally, age clearly affects the well-being of the institutionalized group, strengthening the need for generating strategies that improve the adaptation of the elderly.

Regional disparity on life expectancy, active life expectancy in the elderly from Beijing / 中华流行病学杂志

Objective To explore the regional disparity in life expectancy (LE), active life expectancy (ALE), active life expectancy/life expectancy (ALE/LE) of the elderly in Beijing and to express the impact of hypertension upon those indices. Methods The sample was derived from a 'Beijing multidimensional longitudinal study on aging', including those from urban district (Xuanwu), rural district (Daxing and Huairou) by well-established statistical sampling techniques. Baseline survey comprised 1847 people aged 60 years or over, living in the communities in Beijing in 2004. The subjects under research were investigated with questionnaires at home by well-trained interviews and the contents would include: degree of education, occupation, medical history of hypertension together with repeated blood pressure measurements. Someone being 'active' was defined as the ability in performing activities of daily life (ADL). IMaCH software for multi-state life table method was used to calculate the life expectancy (LE), active life expectancy (ALE) and active life expectancy/life expectancy (ALF/LE) in different district and the hypertensive exert influence on those indices. Results Data from the study showed that people inhabited in the rural district had lower LE, ALE and degree of education (illiteracy account for 66.2 percentage), but with more physical activities (account for 95.5 percentage) and higher ALE/LE than urban district people.Regional disparity in Females was obvious than in males while hypertension would exert more influence on LE of the urban women, which widened the gap in LE, ALE of males and ALE of females between the urban and rural areas. Conclusion Regional disparity was found existing in LE,ALE, ALE/LE of the elderly from Beijing, particularly in females. Hypertension widened the gap and decreased the quality of life on senior citizens in the rural areas. This finding underlined the influence of habitation on the quality of life which manifested the importance of prevention regarding high blood pressure.

The impact of hypertension on active life expectancy among senior citizens of Beijing / 中华流行病学杂志

Objective The aim of this study is to explore the influence of hypertension on life expectancy (LE), active life expectancy (ALE) and active life expectancy/life expectancy (ALE/LE) among senior citizens in Beijing. Methods The sample derived from Beijing multidimensional longitudinal study on aging, baseline survey consisted of 1847 elderly people aged 60 years and over dwelling in the communities from one urban district (Xuanwu),one suburban country (Daxing) and one mountainous country (Huairou) in Beijing, 2004. Cluster, stratified and randomly selected sampling technique was used and a follow-up program was carried out in 2007. The subjects were invited to fill in questionnaires at home through well-trained interviewers, together with medical history of hypertension and repeated blood pressure measurements adopted. The state of activity was defined according to whether they could perform activities of daily life (ADL). IMaCH software for multi-state life table method was used to calculate the life expectancy(LE), active life expectancy (ALE) and active life expectancy/life expectancy(ALE/LE) in people with hypertension and normal blood tension, as well as on those people with hypertension with or without cardio-cerebral disease.Results The study manifested that hypertensives were associated with the reduction of LE,ALE and ALE/LE compared to the normotensives. The ALE/LE was descending along with ageing, and the speed of reduction was much faster in the hypertensive group, especially within senile population. LE,ALE and ALE/LE among the hypertensives with cardio-cerebral vascular diseases were shorter than the hypertensives without the disease. Difference in ALE/LE was striking in people with virile senility.Conclusion Hypertension remarkably impacted the active life expectancy on senior citizens living in Beijing, especially for elderly. Hypertensives with cardio-cerebral vascular diseases exerted further influence on active life expectancy, particularly among population of virile senility. The finding underlined the tremendous importance of preventing high blood pressure and its complication.

Alterações cognitivas na infecção pelo HIV e Aids / Cognitive alterations associated with HIV-1 infection and Aids

Dentre as complicações neurológicas primária da Aids temos déficits cognitivos como a demência associada ao HIV e formas mais leves, como o transtorno cognitivo/motor menor, sendo que ambas podem alterar as atividades da vida diária e reduzir a qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Infecção pelo HIV-1 é a mais comum, previsível e tratável causa de déficits cognitivos em indivíduos com menos de 50 anos. A despeito do avanço no conhecimento das características clínicas, patogênese, aspectos neurobiológicos e ao amplo uso de terapia antirretroviral altamente ativa (HAART), complicações neurológicas e déficits cognitivos ainda persistem levando a graves consequências pessoais e socioeconômicas tornando-se um grande desafio terapêutico. Na era pré- HAART, a demência era uma complicação comum da infecção, entretanto na era HAART a incidência da demência diminuiu, mas a prevalência tem aumentado principalmente das formas mais leves devido ao aumento do número de pessoas infectadas e ao aumento da expectativa de vida. Alterações cognitivas associadas ao HIV são tipicamente subcorticais e podem estar associadas a comprometimentos comportamentais e motores. Estas síndromes são de diagnóstico clínico, sendo que testes neuropsicológicos, neuroimagem e líquido cerebrorraquidiano corroboram no diagnóstico. Esta revisão faz uma atualização do estado atual da epidemiologia, características clínicas e diagnóstico das complicações cognitivas no curso da infecção pelo HIV.

Primary neurological complications of AIDS include cognitive deficits such as HIV-associated dementia and milder forms such as cognitive/motor disorders, which cause changes in daily activities and reduce the quality of life of patients. Infection with HIV-1 is the most common, predictable and treatable cause of cognitive deficits in individuals with less than 50 years of age. . Despite advances in the understanding of clinical characteristics, pathogenesis and neurobiological aspects and widespread use of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), neurological complications and cognitive deficits still persist with serious personal and socioeconomic consequences, thus representing a great therapeutic challenge. In the pre-HAART era dementia was a common complication of infection whose incidence declined during the HAART era. However, prevalence of dementia has increased, especially that of milder forms due to the increased number of infected individuals and increased life expectancy. Cognitive alterations associated with HIV are typically sub cortical and can be associated with behavioral and motor disorders. These syndromes are clinically diagnosed by neuropsychological tests, while neuroimaging and analysis of cerebrospinal fluid contribute to diagnosis. This review is an update on current epidemiological status, clinical characteristics and diagnosis of cognitive complications observed during the course of HIV infection.

Comparative Study on Activities of Daily Living of Elderly / 中国康复理论与实践

@#Objective To compare the activities of daily living(ADL) of the elderly in different styles of providing.Methods 662 subjects were in range of 60～100 years old living in the organization for the aged and 620 subjects were in the range of 60～98 years old living at home from Beijing urban. They were evaluated with the ADL rating scales and a self-designed health status questionnaire.Results The total scores of ADL were not significantly difference between the elderly living at home and living in the organization(t=-0.299, P＞0.05). But age (OR=3.05, 95%CI: 1.805～2.935), educational level (OR=2.01, 95%CI: 1.512～2.544), and physical health (OR=1.25, 95%CI: 1.524～2.012) were related to ADL. Conclusion Age is the important factor affecting ADL (OR=3.05, 95%CI: 1.805～2.935), but ADL of the elderly in different styles of providing is not significantly difference.

Effect of Early Rehabilitation Nursing on Secondary Disturbance in Hemiplegics after Stroke / 中国康复理论与实践

@#ObjectiveTo study the effect of early rehabilitation nursing on secondary disturbance in hemiplegics after stroke.Methods140 patients were randomly divided into two groups , rehabilitation nursing group (70 cases) and control group (70 cases). Patients in the rehabilitation nursing group were given clinical treatment and regularly convalescent nursing, while those in control group were given clinical treatment and unguided self-training. Evaluation was performed in pre-treatment and 12 weeks post-treatment respectively.ResultsSecondary disturbance rate in the rehabilitation nursing group was significant lower than that in the control group (P<0.01). The motor scores and ADL scores measured by Barthel Index in both groups raised after 12 weeks treatment, but the scores in the early rehabilitation nursing group were obviously superior to those in the control group (P<0.01).ConclusionEarly rehabilitation nursing for hemiplegics afte sroke may prevent or lessen the secondary disturbance, as well as obviously improve motor function of the limbs and ADL.

Effects of Daily Physical Activity on Oxidative Stress in Middle-Aged and Elderly People / 体力科学

The effect of daily physical activity on oxidative stress is still an unknown issue, especially in middle-aged and elderly individuals. In this study, we examined the relationships of oxidative stress and antioxidant capacity with daily physical activity, taking into consideration the dietary antioxidant vitamin intake (vitamin B<SUB>2</SUB>, C and E) of middle-aged and elderly people (66.0±7.0 years, n= 21; 10 males and 11 females, including 5 male trained runners) . Daily physical activity was measured using both a calorie counter and a questionnaire over a period of two weeks. The plasma concentration of thiobarbituric acid reactive substance ( [TBARS] ) and both oxidized and reduced glutathione concentrations ( [GSSG] and [GSH] ) in whole blood were determined in blood samples obtained at rest and immediately after two periods of acute exercise: maximal cycle ergometric exercise and steady state cycle exercise at 80% of ventilatory threshold (VT) for 30 minutes. At a given statistically controlled dietary antioxidant vitamin intake level (vitamin B<SUB>2</SUB>, C and E), the amount of daily physical activity was associated with neither [TBARS], [GSH] and the ratio of [GSSG] / [GSH] at rest, nor changes in levels of these substances after both exercise tests. These data suggest that the amount of daily physical activity may have little influence on oxidative stress or antioxidant capacity at rest and after acute cycle ergometric exercise. Further investigation would be necessary to clarify how much volume or intensity of physical activity induces increased oxidative stress, from the aspect of habitual physical training and nutrition.