Adecuación de la terapia hidrocinética en el paciente ortopédico-traumatológico: un estudio transversal / Appropriateness of hydrokinesitherapy in the orthopedic-traumatological patient: a cross sectional surve

ABSTRACT Introduction: Hydrokinesitherapy is a rehabilitation method used for the treatment of different types of orthopedic, neurological, respiratory problems, etc. However, the existing literature presents not so much evidence regarding the greater efficacy of water treatment compared to dry treatment in patients with post-traumatic outcomes. Objective: Through the administration of a questionnaire, we tried to investigate the rehabilitation experience of hydrokinetic therapists (trained with the so-called Sequential and Preparatory Approach) in order to understand hydrokinesitherapy areas and methods of proper application based on experts' opinion. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2020 by administering a questionnaire to physiotherapists trained in hydrokinesitherapy according to the Sequential and Preparatory Approach method, with the aim to investigate their opinion on the use of hydrokinesitherapy in patients with various orthopedic-traumatological problems. Microsoft FORMS® platform was used for the administration of the questionnaire. Results: Sixty-two users participated in the study. From their answers emerged that the use of hydrokinesitherapy is not recommended for the treatment of post-traumatic hypersensitization of peri-lesional tissues (hypersensitive scars; general hypersensitization) and neuropathic syndromes (of the upper and lower limbs). Conclusions: The data obtained from administering the questionnaire were not sufficient to create a specific path to define the appropriateness of hydrokinesitherapy for some orthopedic-traumatological problems but could be considered a good starting point on which to build future developments through further studies.

RESUMEN Introducción: La terapia hidrocinética es un método rehabilitador utilizado para el tratamiento de diferentes tipos de problemas ortopédicos, neurológicos, respiratorios, entre otros. Sin embargo, en la literatura existente no abundan evidencias en cuanto a la mayor eficacia del tratamiento con agua en comparación con el tratamiento seco en pacientes con resultados traumáticos. Objetivo: A través de un cuestionario, se intentó investigar la experiencia de rehabilitación de los terapeutas hidrocinéticos (entrenados con el llamado Enfoque Secuencial y Preparatorio) para comprender las áreas de la terapia hidrocinética y los métodos de aplicación adecuados con base en la opinión de expertos. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio transversal en el año 2020 mediante la administración de un cuestionario a fisioterapeutas formados en la terapia hidrocinética según el método de Abordaje Secuencial y Preparatorio, con el objetivo de averiguar su opinión sobre el uso de la terapia hidrocinética en pacientes con diversos problemas ortopédico-traumatológicos. Se utilizó la plataforma Microsoft FORMS® para la administración del cuestionario. Resultados: Sesenta y dos usuarios participaron en el estudio. De sus respuestas surgió que no se recomienda el uso de la terapia hidrocinética para el tratamiento de la hipersensibilización postraumática de los tejidos perilesionales (cicatrices hipersensibles; hipersensibilización general) y síndromes neuropáticos (de miembros superiores e inferiores). Conclusiones: Los datos obtenidos del cuestionario no fueron suficientes para crear una ruta específica que defina la idoneidad de la terapia hidrocinética para algunos problemas ortopédicos-traumatológicos, pero podría considerarse un buen punto de partida para construir futuros desarrollos a través de estudios adicionales.

Retratamiento de un caso con atrofia ósea compleja combinada unida a periimplantitis. Importancia de la reversibilidad de los tratamientos implantológicos / Retreatment of a case with bone atrophy combined complex together with peri-impiantitis. importance of the reversibility of the implant treatments

Los implantes dentales son un tipo más de tratamiento para la resolución de casos de edentulismo. Desde su inicio, en los años 70, han sido una alternativa creciente para rehabilitar pacientes, sobre todo en casos en los que las rehabilitaciones convencionales no eran posibles. Cada vez de forma más frecuente nos enfrentamos a retratamientos de implantes y casos con atrofias más complejas. En el siguiente caso, mostramos un retratamiento de implantes fracasados unido a una situación de atrofia extrema vertical y horizontal combinada. En casos de atrofia severa maxilar y mandibular, el uso de los implantes cortos puede acortar los tiempos de tratamiento y simplificar las técnicas quirúrgicas sin renunciar a la predictibilidad como en el caso mostrado. (AU)

Dental implants are an alternative treatment for extended the resolution of cases of edentulism. Since its inception in the year 70 have been a growing alternative to rehabilitate patients, especially in cases where conventional rehabilitations were not possible. Every time, in the dental office were more often we re-treatments of implants and cases with more complex atrophies. In the following case we show a re-treatment of failed implants attached to a situation of extreme atrophy combined vertical and horizontal. In cases of severe maxillary and mandibular atrophy, the use of short implants can shorten treatment times and simplify surgical techniques without sacrificing predictability as in the case shown. (AU)

Micro-ARNs y células óseas / Micro RNAs and bone cells

Los micro-ARNs (miARNs) son pequeñas moléculas de ARN no codificante (de aproximadamente 15-25 nucleótidos), que regulan la expresión de genes involucrados en numerosas funciones biológicas, a través de la inhibición o degradación de un ARN mensajero diana. La homeostasis ósea se mantiene por el balance entre la formación osteoblástica y la resorción osteoclástica. La sobreexpresión o inhibición de miARNs específicos afecta la proliferación, diferenciación y actividad de osteoblastos, osteocitos y osteoclastos. Estas acciones son llevadas a cabo modulando la expresión de distintos factores transcripcionales y moléculas de señalización de las vías esenciales para la osteoblastogénesis u osteoclastogénesis. Estos efectos modifican el balance entre la formación y la resorción, determinando cambios en la homeostasis ósea. Esta revisión enumera una serie de miARNs que participan en la homeostasis ósea. Profundizando en el conocimiento de los mecanismos por medio de los cuales los miARNs actúan sobre el hueso, podrían revelarse nuevos usos potenciales futuros, entre los que se encuentran su utilidad como nuevos biomarcadores óseos o como agentes terapéuticos para el tratamiento de trastornos metabólicos óseos, pérdida de masa ósea o enfermedades óseas. (AU)

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are endogenous small noncoding RNA molecules (of approximately 15­25 nucleotides), which regulate the expression of genes controlling numerous biological functions, through the inhibition or degradation of the target messenger RNA. Bone homeostasis is maintained by a balance between osteoblastic bone formation and osteoclastic bone resorption. The overexpression or inhibition of specific miRNAs affects cell proliferation, differentiation and activity of osteoblast, osteocytes and osteoclast. This action is done by modulating the expression of different transcription factors and signaling molecules of the most relevant pathways of osteoblastogenesis or osteoclastogenesis. This effect is able to modify the balance between bone formation and resorption, determining changes in bone homeostasis. The present review is an overview of a series of miRNAs involved in bone homeostasis. An in depth knowledge of the mechanisms by which miRNAs act on bone may reveal potential uses in the future as new bone biomarkers or therapeutic agents for treating metabolic bone disorders, bone loss and bone diseases. (AU)

Nanotechnology and multipotent adult progenitor cells in Reparative Medicine: therapeutic perspectives / Nanotecnologia e as células progenitoras adultas multipotentes na Medicina Reparativa: perspectivas terapêuticas

ABSTRACT The biology of stem cells is one of the most dynamic and promising fields of the biological sciences, since it is the basis for the development of organisms. Its biological complexity demands efforts from several lines of research aimed mainly at its therapeutic use. Nanotechnology has been emerging as a new field of study, which shows great potential in the treatment of various diseases. This new area of health has been called "Nanomedicine" or "Bionanotechnology", which can be applied in Medicine by transport and drug delivery systems, robotic tools to be used in diagnostic and surgical processes, nanobiomaterials, gene therapies, nanobiomedical devices, among others. Because stem cells and Nanotechnology are two areas of extremely promising science, a new field of study, called "stem cell Nanotechnology", has gradually emerged. In this, Nanotechnology is used to help the stem cells apply their therapeutic potential in the treatment, cure, and repair of the damaged tissues, in an effective and safe way. In this way, stem cell Nanotechnology has generated great interest, since it may result in significant contributions to Regenerative Medicine and tissue engineering. The present work aims to present the state-of-the-art regarding its therapeutic use in Human Medicine.

RESUMO A biologia das células-tronco é um dos campos mais dinâmicos e promissores das ciências biológicas, pois é a base do desenvolvimento dos organismos. Sua complexidade biológica demanda esforços de diversas linhas de pesquisa, visando principalmente à sua utilização terapêutica. A Nanotecnologia surge como um novo campo de estudo, o qual demonstra grande potencial no que tange ao tratamento de diversas doenças. Esta nova área da saúde vem sendo denominada "Nanomedicina" ou "Bionanotecnologia", a qual pode ser aplicada na Medicina por meio da utilização de sistemas de transporte e liberação de fármacos, ferramentas robóticas a serem utilizadas em processos de diagnóstico e cirurgia, nanobiomateriais, terapias gênicas, dispositivos nanobiomédicos, entre outros. Em razão das células-tronco e a Nanotecnologia serem duas áreas da ciência extremante promissoras, um novo campo de estudo, denominado "Nanotecnologia das células-tronco", surge gradativamente. Neste, a Nanotecnologia é utilizada de forma a auxiliar as células-tronco a exercerem seu potencial terapêutico no tratamento, na cura e na reparação dos tecidos lesionados, de forma eficaz e segura. A Nanotecnologia das células-tronco tem gerado grande interesse, podendo resultar em contribuições significativas na Medicina Regenerativa e na engenharia de tecidos. O presente trabalho teve por objetivo apresentar o estado da arte visando à sua utilização terapêutica na Medicina Humana.

Matrices de tercera generación en la ingeniería de tejidos ósea / Third-generation matrices in bone tissue engineering

Existen numerosas patologías que generan situaciones invalidantes debido a problemas asociados a nivel de defectos óseos. Esto genera, en muchas oportunidades, cuestiones sanitarias de alto impacto. La ingeniería de tejidos óseos pretende generar propuestas novedosas para reparar pérdidas o fracturas óseas, promoviendo regenerar el tejido mediante el implante de matrices biodegradables que puedan actuar como estructuras para la adhesión celular, favoreciendo el crecimiento y la diferenciación hasta formar hueso de novo. El incremento notable de los conocimientos en las áreas biotecnológicas, de síntesis química, así como de biomedicina, permiten el desarrollo de numerosos tipos de matrices de tercera generación, biodegradables y no tóxicas, con características que proponen sean consideradas en la regeneración tisular ósea. Este trabajo intenta resumir los tipos de matrices que mayor impacto han tenido hasta el momento en la medicina regenerativa ósea, mostrando los casos más relevantes de resultados experimentales y clínicos, y propone algunas perspectivas que se deberían considerar para poder aplicarlas a la práctica clínica. Esta es un área que invita a los investigadores a posicionarse en un pensamiento complejo desde el punto de vista científico-filosófico. (AU)

There are several pathologies that generate disability due to complications associated with bone defects. This often generates high impact health troubles. Bone tissue engineering aims to generate novel means to repair bone loss or bone fractures, promoting tissue regeneration through the implantation biodegradables scaffolds, which can act as structures for cell adhesion, that promts cell growth and differentiation for the novo bone formation. The remarkable for the novo bone formation in biotechnology, chemical synthesis, and biomedical knowledge allows the development of numerous types of third generation scaffolds, applied to promote bone tissue regeneration. This brief report aims to review the scaffolds that have had more impact in bone regenerative medicine so far, describing the most relevant experimental and clinical results. This is an area that invites researchers to situate themselves in a complex thought of scientific-philosophical point of view. (AU)

Baja masa ósea, osteoporosis primaria y secundaria en mujeres premenopáusicas / Low bone mass, primary and secondary osteoporosis in premenopausal women / Baixa massa óssea e osteoporose primária e secundária em mulheres na premenopáusicas

Existe escasa información sobre baja masa ósea y osteoporosis en mujeres premenopáusicas. Solo el 2% de las mujeres jóvenes consulta para evaluar la presencia de osteoporosis. En el 50% de las mujeres premenopáusicas que presentan una disminución de su masa ósea se diagnostican enfermedades o medicaciones que la provocan. Las causas deben ser cuidadosamente investigadas para no emitir un diagnóstico apresurado de osteoporosis premenopáusica. Al diagnóstico de baja masa ósea se arriba luego de descartar las causas que ocasionan osteoporosis secundaria y su etiología se relaciona genéticamente con un bajo pico de masa ósea. El cuadro de osteoporosis primaria presenta una densidad mineral ósea (DMO) muy disminuida y fracturas óseas por fragilidad. La etiología no es clara aún, la genética marca el 50-80% de lo que sucede con la masa ósea. Se ha encontrado en diferentes poblaciones, una disminución de la función osteoblástica, resistencia a IGF1, disminución de la hormona de crecimiento, bajos niveles de estradiol, alteración de la expresión del receptor a-estrogénico de los osteoblastos, alteración de la dinámica de secreción de la PTH y aumento de la excresión de interleuquina 1. El diagnóstico se realiza por densitometría, marcadores bioquímicos óseos y radiografías de columna dorsal y lumbar que permiten visualizar fracturas vertebrales asintomáticas. La International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) y las guías argentinas para osteoporosis sugieren definir la DMO premenopáusica por Z-score y se considera normal hasta -2.0. El tratamiento se basa fundamentalmente en generar hábitos saludables para el hueso: ingesta de calcio y vitamina D o suplementos de calcio y vitamina D, actividad física, evitar sustancias perjudiciales como alcohol y tabaco en exceso. Cuando la DMO es muy baja o existe una pérdida acelerada de DMO o fracturas por fragilidad, el tratamiento con teriparatide ha demostrado ser efectivo. Los bifosfonatos solo deben indicarse en situaciones especiales de osteoporosis. Cuando se diagnostica una osteoporosis secundaria, el tratamiento es el de la enfermedad que la provoca. Cada paciente debe ser analizada con mucha prudencia para arribar al diagnóstico correcto y al mejor tratamiento.

There is little information about low bone mass and osteoporosis in premenopausal women. Only 2% of young women consult to evaluate the presence of osteoporosis. A total of 50% of premenopausal women have a disease or take a medication that lessens their bone mass. The causes must be carefully investigated to arrive at a correct diagnosis. Diagnosing low bone mass up after ruling out secondary osteoporosis and its etiology is genetically related to low peak bone mass. Primary osteoporosis presents a very reduced bone mineral density (BMD) with bone fragility fractures. The etiology is not clear yet: genetics marks 50-80% of what happens with bone mass. Decreased osteoblast function, IGF1 resistance, decreased growth hormone, low estradiol levels, altered expression receptor a-estrogenic of osteoblasts, altered dynamics of PTH secretion, and increased excretion of interleukin-1 have been found in different populations. The diagnosis is not only performed by densitometry but also through bone biochemical markers and radiographs of thoracic and lumbar spine radiographs that can diagnose asymptomatic vertebral fractures. The International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) and Argentine guidelines suggest definition premenopausal osteoporosis by BMD Z -score, in which a value up to -2.0 is considered normal. The treatment is based primarily on healthy habits for the bone: intake of calcium and vitamin D or calcium and vitamin D supplements, physical activity, and avoiding damaging substances to the bone, like alcohol and tobacco in excess. When BMD is very low or there is a rapid loss of BMD or fragility fractures, teriparatide treatment has proven effective. The bisphosphonates should be indicated only in special patients with osteoporosis. When a secondary osteoporosis is diagnosed, the treatment given is for the disease that has caused it. Each patient must be analyzed with great care to arrive at the correct diagnosis and the best treatment.

Há pouca informação sobre baixa massa óssea e osteoporose em mulheres na pré-menopausa. Apenas 2% das mulheres jovens consulta para avaliar a presença de osteoporose. 50% das mulheres premenopáusicas que apresentam diminuição da massa óssea são diagnosticadas como causas doenças ou medicamentos. As causas devem ser cuidadosamente investigadas para emitir um diagnóstico rápido de osteoporose premenopáusica. Chega-se ao diagnóstico de baixa massa óssea após descartar as causas que provocam osteoporose secundária e sua etiologia é geneticamente relacionada com baixo pico de massa óssea. O quadro de osteoporose primária apresenta densidade mineral óssea (DMO) muito diminuída e fraturas ósseas por fragilidade. A etiologia ainda não está clara, a genética marca 50-80% do que acontece com a massa óssea. Foi encontrada em diferentes populações diminuição da função osteoblástica, resistência a IGF1, diminuição do hormônio de crescimento, baixos níveis de estradiol, alteração da expressão do receptor a-estrogênico dos osteoblastos, alteração da dinâmica de secreção de PTH, aumento da excreção de interleucina 1. O diagnóstco é realizado por densitometria, marcadores bioquímicos ósseos e radiografias de coluna dorsal e lombar que permitem visualizar fraturas vertebrais assintomáticas. A International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) e os Guias argentinos para osteoporose sugerem definir a DMO por Z-score e se considera normal até -2,0. O tratamento baseia-se principalmente em gerar hábitos saudáveis para o osso: ingestão de cálcio e vitamina D ou suplementos de cálcio e vitamina D, atividade física, evitar substâncias prejudiciais como álcool e tabaco em excesso. Quando a DMO é muito baixa ou há uma rápida perda de DMO ou fraturas por fragilidade, o tratamento com teriparatide demonstrou ser eficaz. Os bifosfonatos só devem ser indicados em situações especiais osteoporose. Quando uma osteoporose secundária é diagnosticada, o tratamento é o da doença que a provoca. Cada paciente deve ser analisado com muito cuidado para chegar ao diagnóstico correto e o melhor tratamento.

Las plaquetas con fines terapéuticos en lesiones del Sistema osteomioarticular / Platelets for therapeutic purposes in SOMA injuries

La utilización de las plaquetas con fines terapéuticos ha cobrado gran interés en los últimos años por las grandes propiedades que presentan como reparadoras de tejidos. Además de su papel en la coagulación y la hemostasia, las plaquetas contienen gránulos alfa con varias moléculas (factores de crecimiento) que son secretadas tras su activación. Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica, donde se exponen las principales propiedades y funciones de las plaquetas que le confieren propiedades terapéuticas en diferentes lesiones del sistema osteomioarticular. Se presentan además sus componentes y funciones. Se llega a conclusiones destacando la utilidad de las plaquetas con fines terapéuticos en pacientes con afecciones ortopédicas.

The use of platelets for therapeutic purposes has gained great interest in recent years by their large properties as tissue repair. Besides its role in clotting and hemostasis, platelet alpha granules contain several molecules (growth factors) that are secreted upon activation. A literature review was performed to present the main features and functions of platelets that give them therapeutic properties in different injuries of the osteomioarticular system. Its components and functions are also presented here. Platelets usefulness for therapeutic purposes in patients with orthopedic conditions is highlighted.

Novedades en enfermedades colestásicas / Latest advances in cholestatic diseases

Cholestatic liver diseases arise from impaired hepatobiliary production and excretion of bile. They have some common clinical manifestations and pathogenic features, but at the same time differences that require a special approach. Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy and drug induced liver cholestasis are the most common reversible intrahepatic cholestasis. Primary biliary cirrhosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis are chronic cholestatic diseases. This review will be focused on these two types, in particular their clinical and therapeutic management and complications. While in recent years there has not been much change in the basic clinical approach of these diseases, every day we receive more information from both the basic and clinical science studies, which has enabled to develop new therapeutic lines and reject others that have not confirmed effectiveness.

Las enfermedades colestásicas se caracterizan por la disminución de la formación o excreción del flujo de bilis. Ellas tienen ciertas manifestaciones clínicas y mecanismos patogénicos comunes, pero a su vez diferencias que requieren un enfrentamiento no siempre similar. La colestasia intrahepática del embarazo(CIE) y la colestasia secundaria a fármacos son las más frecuentes dentro de las colestasias intrahepáticas reversibles. La cirrosis biliar primaria (CBP) y la colangitis esclerosante primaria (CEP), son las enfermedades colestásicas crónicas en que centramos esta revisión, en particular en los aspectos clínicos y de manejo terapéutico tanto de éstas, como de sus complicaciones. Si bien en los últimos años no ha habido un cambio significativo en el manejo fundamental de estas enfermedades, cada vez tenemos más información tanto en el área de ciencias básicas como en aspectos clínicos, lo que ha permitido ir desarrollando nuevas líneas terapéuticas y descartando otras que no han confirmado efectividad.

Comparing the osteogenic potential of canine mesenchymal stem cells derived from adipose tissues, bone marrow, umbilical cord blood, and Wharton's jelly for treating bone defects

Alternative sources of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) for replacing bone marrow (BM) have been extensively investigated in the field of bone tissue engineering. The purpose of this study was to compare the osteogenic potential of canine MSCs derived from adipose tissue (AT), BM, umbilical cord blood (UCB), and Wharton's jelly (WJ) using in vitro culture techniques and in vivo orthotopic implantation assays. After canine MSCs were isolated from various tissues, the proliferation and osteogenic potential along with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) production were measured and compared in vitro. For the in vivo assay, MSCs derived from each type of tissue were mixed with beta-tricalcium phosphate and implanted into segmental bone defects in dogs. Among the different types of MSCs, AT-MSCs had a higher proliferation potential and BM-MSCs produced the most VEGF. AT-MSCs and UCB-MSCs showed greater in vitro osteogenic potential compared to the other cells. Radiographic and histological analyses showed that all tested MSCs had similar osteogenic capacities, and the level of new bone formation was much higher with implants containing MSCs than cell-free implants. These results indicate that AT-MSCs, UCB-MSCs, and WJ-MSCs can potentially be used in place of BM-MSCs for clinical bone engineering procedures.

Stem cell therapy in treatment of different diseases

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells with the ability of proliferation, regeneration, conversion to differentiated cells and producing various tissues. Stem cells are divided into two categories of embryonic and adult. In another categorization stem cells are divided to Totipotent, Multipotent and Unipotent cells. So far usage of stem cells in treatment of various blood diseases has been studied [such as lymphoblastic leukemia, myeloid leukemia, thalassemia, multiple myeloma and cycle cell anemia]. In this paper the goal is evaluation of cell therapy in treatment of Parkinson's disease, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer, Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Radiation Induced Intestinal Injury, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Disease, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Bone Disease, Renal Disease, Chronic Wounds, Graft-Versus-Host Disease, Sepsis and Respiratory diseases. It should be mentioned that some disease that are the target of cell therapy are discussed in this article

Patogénesis, epidemiología y tratamiento de los trastornos óseos en la enfermedad celíaca / Bone alterations in celiac disease: pathogenesis, epidemiology and treatment

Este artículo tiene por objetivo presentar el compromiso óseo de la enfermedad celíaca en pacientes de cualquier edad: niños, adolescentes y adultos. Asimismo, se discuten en detalle los mecanismos patogénicos que se proponen en la actualidad (malabsorción e inflamación) y se resume la presentación clínica y el tratamiento de los trastornos óseos de esta entidad. También se presenta la información epidemiológica disponible sobre osteoporosis y fracturas por fragilidad en la enfermedad celíaca.

Treating a Disease vs. Understanding a Disease

No abstract available.

Review of the Practice of Traditional Bone Setting in Nigeria

Background: The practice of traditional bone setting (TBS) is extensive in Nigeria and it enjoys enormous patronage by the populace. However; the outcome of the intervention of TBS treatment is usually poor with profound effects on the patient. There are many publications highlighting different aspects of this subject but none has summarized the entire practice and problems as a single publication. Objective: This work aims at reviewing the entire subject of traditional bone setting in Nigeria in a single article to enable easy understanding and appreciation of the practice and problems of traditional bone setting by orthodox practitioners. Method: A total of thirty-one relevant published original scientific research papers involving all aspects of the subject were reviewed and the practices and problems were documented. Results: The results showed that the origin of the practice is shrouded in mystery but passed on by practitioners from one generation to another. There is no formal training of bonesetters. Though the methods of treatment vary; the problems caused by them are usually similar with extremity gangrene being the worst. When attempts have been made to train the bone setters; improvement have been noted in their performance. Conclusion: In other to prevent some of the most debilitating outcomes like amputation; it is suggested that the TBS practitioners undergo some training from orthopaedic practitioners

Identificación e intervención terapéutica en afecciones del Sistema Osteomioarticular en Oghi, Pakistán / Identification and therapeutic intervention in affections of the Osteomioarticular System in Oghi, Pakistan

Se realizó un estudio de intervención pre-experimental del tipo antes-después en el Departamento de Fisioterapia del Hospital Integral de Campaña No.15 27 de Noviembre en Oghi, Pakistán, en el período de tiempo comprendido desde el 26 de diciembre de 2005 hasta el 5 de febrero del 2006 en pacientes mayores de 15 años afectados por enfermedades del sistema osteomioarticular, con el objetivo de identificar y aplicar tratamiento con equipos de alta tecnología, la muestra quedó conformada por 515 pacientes. Las variables estudiadas fueron edad, sexo, patologías, técnicas fisioterapéuticas, síntomas y signos y evaluación final; se concluye que el grupo de edad de 46 a 55 años y el sexo masculino predominaron en el estudio; las algias vertebrales, gonartrosis y poliartralgias fueron más frecuentes; además de las corrientes analgésicas, se empleó láser y kinesioterapia pasiva con mejor respuesta del dolor, la escoliosis antálgica y la limitación funcional. Se obtuvo un 93,8 por ciento de recuperación con evaluación aceptable, lo que constituyó un impacto social en ese medio.

A pre-experimental intervention before-after study was carried out to patients older than 15 years, affected by Osteomioarticular System diseases in the Physiotherapy Department of the Integral Field Hospital No.15, 27 of November Oghi, Pakistan with the aim of identifying and applying treatment by means of high tech equipment, during the period from December 26, 2005 to February 5, 2006. The sample consisted of 515 patients. The studied variables were age, sex, physiotherapeutic pathologies, techniques, symptoms and signs, and final evaluation; It was concluded that the group of ages from 46 to 55 years and the masculine sex were most prominent in this study; being spinal algias: gonarthrosis and polyarthralgias, more frequent, the analgesic currents: laser and passive kinesitherapy were more used, with better response to pain, the antalgic scoliosis and the functional limitation shown a 93.8 percent of recovery with acceptable evaluation, which constituted a social impact in that means.

Osteotomia de nivelamento do platô tibial no tratamento da ruptura do ligamento cruzado cranial estudo clínico em cães / Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy on the treatment cranial cruciate ligament rupture – clinic study in dogs

A ruptura do ligamento cruzado cranial (RLCC) é a causa comum de claudicação no membro pélvico em cães. Estudosrecentes demonstram que o ângulo de inclinação do platô tibial está associado à RLCC. A partir dessa descoberta,desenvolveu-se a técnica de osteotomia e nivelamento do platô tibial (TPLO). A técnica consiste na osteotomia, rotação eestabilização da porção proximal da tíbia, alterando a mecânica da articulação, neutralizando o impulso tibial cranial. Aproposta do presente estudo é revisar a técnica de TPLO, enfatizando o procedimento, técnica cirúrgica, cuidados pósoperatóriose complicações. O grupo estudado era composto de 40 cães. Dezessete pacientes apresentaram RLCC nomembro pélvico esquerdo e 23 no membro pélvico direito. Os ângulos do platô tibial variaram de 16o 36o. Trinta animais(75%) voltaram a apoiar o membro operado nos primeiros sete dias, enquanto seis animais (15%) apoiaram até o 15o dia,um animal (2,5%) apoiou até o 21o dia e outro (2,5%) até o 28o dia. Três animais (7,5%) apresentaram complicações pósoperatórias,sendo elas: deiscência de sutura, fratura tibial, falha no implante. A técnica de TPLO mostrou-se eficaz notratamento de cães com diferentes pesos com RLCC. O apoio precoce do membro afetado ocorreu na maioria dos animais.As complicações encontradas, que envolviam o procedimento cirúrgico, puderam ser corrigidas.

Cranial cruciate ligament rupture (CCLR) frequently causes hindlimb limping in dogs. Recent studies showed that tibial plateau angle shift is associated with CCLR. Based on this founding the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) technique was developed. It consists about osteotomy, rotation and stabilization of tibial proximal portion, which modify joint mechanics thus neutralizing tibial cranial thrust. The proposal of this study is to report a review of the TPLO procedure, emphasizing procedure, surgical technique, post operative care and complications. Fourty dogs presenting CCLR were submitted to surgery, seventeen with the left limb affected, 23 on the right. The tibial plateau angles before surgery varied from 16o to 36o. Thirty animals (75%) returned to limb normal use in a week; six animals (15%) were back to normal deambulation to the fifteenth day, one animal (2,5%) were back to normal deambulation to the 200 day other one before the 30o day. Three animals (7,5%) had surgical post-operatory complications, including suture descending, tibial fracture and implant failure. TPLO technique seemed appropriate for treatment of CCLR from dogs within a broad weight range. Early limb use occurred in most animals. Eventual problems arose from surgical procedure, and were promptly corrected.

Osteoartrite / Osteoarthritis

A osteoartrite (OA) é uma desordem articular que leva ao envolvimento global da articulação (osso subcondral, ligamentos, cápsula articular, membrana sinovial e músculos periarticulares). Os desfechos clínicos e patológicos de uma variedade de eventos biológicos e mecânicos levam à falência estrutural e funcional das articulações sinoviais. É a doença articular mais prevalente e é a principal causa de dor e desabilidade em indivíduos idosos. As alterações radiográficas são praticamente universais após os 60 anos de idade, mas as queixas clínicas ocorrem em torno de 20% dos pacientes. O diagnóstico é dado pelas queixas clínicas, os achados no exame físico e as alterações radiográficas. O tratamento atual é dividido em medidas não farmacológicas e farmacológicas.

Enfermedades raras en osteología: función del profesional asistencial, del investigador y del decisor de políticas sanitarias / Rare diseases in osteology: roles of the practitioner, the reasearcher

Las enfermedades raras, o poco frecuentes, son aquéllas cuyo conocimiento es incompleto, el diagnóstico es problemático y comúnmente tardío, los tratamientos escasos o inaccesibles, y las medidas tendientes a favorecer la inserción social del afectado son insuficientes, y poco prioritarias. Por ese motivo el paciente afectado se encuentra en una situación desventajosa comparada con quienes padecen enfermedades prevalentes. Entre las osteopatías médicas, aparte de la osteoporosis, y los trastornos minerales, de las urolitiasis, o nutricionales, los restantes cuadros nosológicos tienen características biomédicas que bien pueden considerarse como raras. El profesional asistencial es el responsable primario de la celeridad y certeza diagnóstica, un factor crítico en la futura calidad de vida de los pacientes con enfermedades raras. Es importante que reclame recursos y dedicación, que capitalice la experiencia de los individuos, y que aprenda a vincularse en equipos multidisciplinarios y multipaís. Existe actualmente muy poca información sobre el seguimiento a largo plazo de estos pacientes. La ciencia y técnica no debe encarar ensayos precarios, o pobremente controlados. Los pacientes con enfermedades raras necesitan al menos un estudio clínico randomizado y controlado por enfermedad y por esquema terapéutico que sea pivotal. Los proyectos deben ser integrales, que desde el laboratorio culminen con la producción industrial de elementos diagnósticos y terapéuticos, e incluyan datos de calidad de vida.

Osteoarticular complications related to HIV infection and highly active antiretroviral therapy

With the significant increase in life expectancy for HIV-infected patients in the era of high potency antiretroviral therapy, major metabolic changes have been observed due to the prolonged period of the viral infection and the treatment itself. Osteoarticular changes resulting from these processes are mainly reported in long term HIV-infected patients receiving high potency antiretroviral therapy and include osteopenia/osteoporosis, osteonecrosis, carpal tunnel syndrome and adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder.

Bioactive glass nanopowder for the treatment of oral bone defects

Osseous defects around dental implants are often seen when implants are placed in areas with inadequate alveolar bone, or around failing implants. Bone regeneration in these areas using bone grafts or its substitutes may improve dental implants prognosis. The aim of this study was to prepare and characterize the bioactive glass nanopowder and development of its coating for treatment of oral bone defects. Bioactive bioglass coating was made on stainless steel plates by sol-gel technique. The powder shape and size was evaluated by transmission electron micropscopy, and thermal properties studied using differential thermal analysis [DTA]. Structural characterization techniques [XRD] were used to analyze and study the structure and phase present in the prepared bioactive glass nanopowder. This nanopowder was immersed in the simulated body fluid [SBF] solution. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy [FTIR] was utilized to recognize and confirm the formation of apatite layer on prepared bioactive glass nanopowder. The bioglass powder size was less than 100 nanometers which was necessary for better bioactivity, and preparing a homogeneous coating. The formation of apatite layer confirmed the bioactivity of the bioglass nanopowder. Crack-free and homogeneous bioglass coatings were achieved with no observable defects. It was concluded that the prepared bioactive glass nanopowder could be more effective as a bone replacement material than conventional bioactive glass to promote bone formation in osseous defects. The prepared bioactive glass nanopowder could be more useful for treatment of oral bone defects compare to conventional hydroxyapatite or bioactive glass