Structural and Functional Changes in Supraspinatus Tendinopathy through Percutaneous Electrolysis, Percutaneous Peripheral Nerve Stimulation and Eccentric Exercise Combined Therapy: A Single-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial.

Shoulder tendinopathies produce pain and reduce functionality. The aim of this randomized clinical trial was to analyze the effects of Percutaneous electrolysis (PE), Percutaneous peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) and eccentric exercise (EE) on pain (NPRS), strength, electromyographic activity, ultrasound characteristics of the tendon (echogenicity, thickness and hypervascularization) and functionality (DASH and SPADI) in individuals with supraspinatus tendinopathy. Participants (n = 50) were divided into two groups; they received 4 treatment sessions, 1 per week, of PE and PNS (n = 25) or 10 treatment sessions of TENS and US (n = 25). Both groups performed the EE program consisting of 3 sets of 10 repetitions of each of the 3 exercises, twice a day, during the 4 weeks. Follow-up was carried out at 4, 12 and 24 weeks after the start of the intervention. There are statistically significant differences in the analysis between groups (p < 0.001) in the post-treatment and follow-up measurements favorable to the PE+PNS+EE treatment on pain (NPRS), strength, supraspinatus electromyographic amplitude, ultrasound characteristics of the tendon (echogenicity, thickness and hypervascularization) and DASH and SPADI questionnaires. The combined treatment with PE, PNS and EE is an effective option in the clinical management of tendinopathies, with positive results in the short and long term on the variables studied.

Pulsed negative pressure myofascial vacuum therapy and percutaneous electrolysis in the treatment of lateral epicondylalgia: A single-blind randomized controlled trial.

BACKGROUND: Lateral Epicondylalgia (LE) represents one of the most common injuries of the upper limb. It is necessary to find effective treatments that reduce pain and increase functionality. PURPOSE: To determine the effects of an integrated intervention of Pulsed Negative Pressure Myofascial Vacuum Therapy (VT), Percutaneous Electrolysis (PE) and eccentric exercise (EE) in the treatment of LE compared versus Manual Therapy soft tissue mobilization (MT) and Ultrasound therapy (US) and EE. STUDY DESIGN: Single-blind randomized controlled trial. METHODS: Forty participants, with unilateral LE, were randomly divided into two groups: VT + PE + EE group (n = 20) and MT + US + EE group (n = 20). The VT + PE + EE group received one weekly session for four weeks and a regimen of EE daily at-home, and the MT + US + EE group received 10 sessions over a period of two weeks and a regimen of EE daily at-home. Numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), range of motion (ROM) pressure pain threshold (PPT) and function (PRTEE questionnaire) were measured before treatment, at the end of treatment, and at one- and three-month follow-ups. RESULTS: The statistically significant improvements were found post-treatment, favoring the VT + PE group in pain intensity (p < 0.001; ES = 0.408), PRTEE-S Pain (p = 0.001; ES = 0.377), PRTEE-S Specific function (p = 0.004; ES = 0.306) and PRTEE-S Total (p = 0.001; ES = 0.355). The VT + PE + EE treatment showed greater effectiveness than the MT + US + EE treatment at immediate post-treatment, as well as at the one-month and three-months follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: VT and PE added to an EE program could be an effective treatment for pain, ROM, PPT, and function in patients with LE.

Aquatic Exercise in Physical Therapy Treatment for Fibromyalgia: Systematic Review.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by musculoskeletal pain. The aim of this study was to synthesize scientific evidence on the effects of aquatic exercise programs on pain and quality of life in individuals with fibromyalgia. This review was carried out using the following databases in January 2024: Cochrane Library, PEDro, PubMed, SCOPUS, and Web of Science. Four clinical trials focusing on aquatic exercise as a treatment for patients with fibromyalgia were selected. These trials were published in English between 2019 and 2024. Pain recorded using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and quality of life with the Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) or Fibromyalgia Impact on Quality of Life (FIQ) were the most commonly analyzed variables. This review was carried out according to the PRISMA statement and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024510219). The results in terms of pain and quality of life were positive. In conclusion, these findings support the incorporation of aquatic exercise into fibromyalgia physical therapy treatment. However, the benefits could be equivalent to those of other exercise modalities, underscoring the need for individualized adaptation to each patient's needs.

Effectiveness of the Treatment of Physiotherapy in the Congenital Muscular Torticollis: A Systematic Review.

A single congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) is a postural musculoskeletal deformity and is characterized by the shortening or stiffness of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. The reported incidence of CMT ranges from 0.2% to 2%. The objective is to evaluate the effect of physical therapy programs on CMT. For the search, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, PEDro and Cochrane databases were used. Randomized controlled trials published between 2018 and 2023 have been included. This study follows the PRISMA 2020 statement and has been registered in the PROSPERO database. Finally, six studies were included. The cervical range of motion (ROM) in rotation was the most analyzed variable, followed by the ultrasound evaluation; one of the studies included the analysis of children's motor development with the Alberta scale. All research found benefits associated with soft tissue mobilization, passive stretching techniques and manual therapy of the cervical spine. In conclusion, it is possible to recommend manual therapy and passive stretching techniques for the treatment of CMT, with significant results on the cervical ROM.

Role of cardiorespiratory fitness on the associations between endocannabinoid system and depressive symptoms in adults diagnosed with depression: the SONRIE study / Papel de la capacidad cardiorrespiratoria en la asociación entre el sistema endocannabinoide y los síntomasdepresivos en adultos diagnosticados de depresión: el estudio SONRIE / O papel da capacidade cardiorrespiratória na associação entre o sistema endocanobinóido e os sintomasdepressivos em adultos diagnostados com a depressão: o estudo SONRIE

Objective: Endocannabinoid system (ES) seems to be altered in patients with depression. Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) may be an interacting factor inthe relationship between ES biomarkers and depressive symptoms in people diagnosed with depression. The aim was to study the role of CRF on thepossible association between ES biomarkers and depressive symptoms in 73 adults diagnosed with depression. Method: This study examine the outcomes of cardiorespiratory fitness and plasma levels of the lipid mediators; anandamide (AEA) and 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) sampled from 73 adults diagnosed with depression.Results: Patients with high CRF level had significant and inverse association among depressive symptoms and 2-AG serum levels ( : -0.013; 95% CI: -β: -0.013; 95% CI: -0.262 to -0.000; R²=22.6; P<0.001).Conclusions: Higher CRF levels could have a protective role on depressive symptoms by increases in 2-AG.(AU)

Objetivo: El sistema endocannabinoide (SE) parece estar alterado en pacientes con depresión. La capacidad cardiorrespiratoria (CRF) puede ser un factor que interactúe en la relación entre los biomarcadores del SE y los síntomas depresivos en personas diagnosticadas de depresión. El objetivo de este trabajo es estudiar el papel del CRF en la posible asociación entre los biomarcadores de ES y los síntomas depresivos en 73 adultos diagnosticados de depresión. Método: Este estudio examina los resultados de la aptitud cardiorrespiratoria y los niveles plasmáticos de los mediadores lipídicos; anandamida (AEA) y 2-araquidoilglicerol (2-AG) en 73 adultos diagnosticados de depresión.Resultados: Los pacientes con alto nivel de CRF tuvieron una asociación significativa e inversa entre los síntomas depresivos y los niveles séricos de 2-AG ( : -0,013; IC 95%: -0,262 a -0,000; R²=22,6; P<0,001). β: -0.013; 95% CI: -Conclusiones: Los niveles más altos de CRF podrían tener un papel protector sobre los síntomas depresivos por el aumento de 2-AG.(AU)

Objetivo: O sistema endocannabinoide (ES) parece ser alterado em doentes com depressão. A aptidão cardiorrespiratória (CRF) pode ser um factor deinteracção na relação entre os biomarcadores SE e os sintomas depressivos em pessoas diagnosticadas com depressão. O objetivo deste estudo foiestudar o papel da CRF na possível associação entre biomarcadores de ES e sintomas depressivos em 73 adultos diagnosticados com depressão. Métodos: Este estudo examina resultados de aptidão cardiorrespiratória e níveis plasmáticos de mediadores lipídicos; anandamida (AEA) e 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) em 73 adultos diagnosticados com depressão.Resultados: Os doentes com CRF elevado tinham uma associação inversa significativa entre sintomas depressivos e níveis séricos 2-AG ( : -0,013; 95%β: -0.013; 95% CI: -CI: -0,262 a -0,000; R²=22,6; P<0,001).Conclusões: Níveis mais elevados de CRF poderiam ter um papel protector nos sintomas depressivos, aumentando o 2-AG.(AU)

A home-based treadmill training reduced epicardial and abdominal fat in postmenopausal women with metabolic syndrome.

INTRODUCTION: The current study was designed to determine the effect of home-based treadmill training on epicardial and abdominal adipose tissue in postmenopausal women with metabolic syndrome (MS). A secondary objective was to identify significant correlations between imaging and conventional anthropometric parameters. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Sixty postmenopausal women with MS volunteered for the current trial. Thirty were randomly assigned to perform a supervised home-based 16-week treadmill training program, 3 sessions/week, consisting of a warm-up, 30-40 min treadmill exercise (increasing 5-minutes each 4-weeks) at a work intensity of 60-75% of peak heart rate (increasing 5% each 4-weeks) and cooling-down. Epicardial fat thickness (EFT) was assessed by echocardiography. Abdominal fat mass in the lumbar regions L1-L4 and L4-L5 was determined by dual X-ray absorptiometry. RESULTS: Epicardial fat thickness and abdominal fat percentages were significantly improved after the completion of the training program. Another striking feature of the current study was the moderate correlation that was found between EFT and waist circumference (WC). CONCLUSION: Home-based treadmill training reduced epicardial and abdominal fat in postmenopausal women with MS. A secondary finding was that a moderate correlation was found between EFT and WC. While current investigations are promising, future studies are still required to consolidate this approach in clinical application.

Introducción: El presente estudio se diseñó para conocer la influencia de un programa de entrenamiento aeróbico domiciliario en la masa grasa epicárdica y abdominal de mujeres postmenopausicas con síndrome metabólico (SM). Un segundo objetivo fue identificar correlaciones significativas entre las variables antropométricas ensayadas. Material y Método: Participaron voluntariamente un total de 60 mujeres postmenopausicas con diagnóstico de SM que se distribuyeron aleatoriamente en el grupo de intervención (n=30) o control (n=30). El programa de intervención, desarrollado en el domicilio, consistió en un entrenamiento en tapiz rodante de 16 semanas, 3 sesiones/ semana. La parte principal se realizó a una intensidad del 60-75%FCmax (incrementando 5% cada 4 semanas) durante 30-40 minutos (incrementando 5-minutos cada 4-semanas). La masa grasa epicárdica se determinó mediante ecocardiografía. La masa grasa abdominal de las regiones de interés L1-L4 y L4-L5 se determinó mediante densitometría. Resultados: Se observó un descenso significativo tanto de la masa grasa epicárdica como abdominal tras completar el entrenamiento. Se identificó una correlación moderada entre la masa grasa epicárdica y el perímetro de la cintura de las participantes que podría facilitar su seguimiento clínico. Conclusión: Un programa de entrenamiento de resistencia redujo la masa grasa epicárdica y abdominal. Futuros estudios en esta línea son aún necesarios.

Somatotipo, masa grasa y muscular del escalador deportivo Español de elite / Somatotype, fat and muscle mass of elite Spanish climbers

Una adecuada morfología y composición corporal es una condición necesaria para obtener buenos resultados en el deporte de competición y una variable fundamental en el control del rendimiento deportivo. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue describir la masa grasa, la masa muscular y la morfología corporal de 11 escaladores deportivos de elite españoles, en base a métodos antropométricos para la composición corporal (ecuaciones de Faulkner, Carter y Durnin & Womersley) y el somatotipo (Heath & Carter) y de bioimpedancia eléctrica para la masa muscular (ecuaciones de Janssen & Kyle). Un análisis de la varianza (ANOVA) fue aplicado para determinar las diferencias entre las diferentes fórmulas de cálculo del porcentaje de grasa. El porcentaje de grasa obtenido a partir de las ecuación de Durnin & Womersley fue significativamente superior respecto al obtenido con la ecuación de Carter en hombres (7,51 por ciento v/s 5,42 por ciento) y al de Faulkner en mujeres (14,4 por ciento v/s 12,58 por ciento; p<0,05). La masa muscular esquelética fue superior en los hombres (45,52 por ciento) que en las mujeres (34,28 por ciento). Del somatotipo destacó el alto componente mesomórfico y la baja endomorfia en varones (1,34 - 5,22 - 3,05) y el morfotipo ectomesomorfo en mujeres (1,65 - 3,35 - 3,71). Los resultados del presente estudio pueden considerarse como valores de referencia en base al alto nivel deportivo de los sujetos estudiados.

Somatotype and body composition is a necessary assessment in sports competition and training control. The purpose of this work was to determine the fat mass, the muscle mass and anthropometric somatotype of 11 sport climbers by means of anthropometric methods for body composition (Faulkner, Carter and Durnin & Womersley algorithms), anthropometric somatotype (Heath-Carter), and bioelectrical impedance analysis for muscle mass (Janssen and Kyle formulae). Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was performed to determine differences among fat percentages. Fat percentage obtained via Durnin & Womersley's equation was different versus Carter's equation in males (7.51 percent v/s 5.42 percent) meanwhile in females this percentage was different respect to Faulkner's equation (14.4 percent versus 12.58 percent; p<0.05). Muscle mass percentage in males (45.52 percent) was higher than in females (34.28 percent). In males the somatotype was endo-mesomorphic (1.34 - 5.22 - 3.05), whereas females were best described as mesoectomorphic (1.65 - 3.35 - 3.71). These results can be considered as a reference values in body composition and somatotype in elite climbers.