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Revista Brasileira de Atividade Física e Saúde, Dec 13, 2019

Este obra está licenciado com uma Licença Creative Commons Atribuição-NãoComercial-CompartilhaIgu... more Este obra está licenciado com uma Licença Creative Commons Atribuição-NãoComercial-CompartilhaIgual 4.0 Internacional. Influência da caminhada na cognição e composição corporal de mulheres idosas Influence of walking on cognition and body composition of older women AUTORES

Revista Brasileira de Cineantropometria e Desempenho Humano, 2021

The purpose of this study was to identify structures for the practice of physical activities (PA)... more The purpose of this study was to identify structures for the practice of physical activities (PA) in Brazilian Schools and relate them to the Human Development Index (HDI), Basic Education Development Index (IDEB) and quality indicators from the Report Card Brazil (RCB). This is a descriptive study that used secondary data from INEP-Brazil to identify and classify structures for the practice of PA in Brazilian schools based on the presence of "schoolyards", "sports courts" and "sporting materials", organized by elementary and high schools. Data were organized by Macroeconomic Region and related to HDI, IDEB and Report Card Brazil Quality Classification Criteria. Thus, for "Elementary School", positive and significant relationship was observed between HDI and the presence of "schoolyards" (r=0.53; p=0.004), "sports courts" (r=0.855; p<0, 01) and "sporting materials"(r=0.764; p<0.01), while for IDEB, values followed the same logic, associated to the presence of "schoolyards" (r=0.475; p=0.01), "sports courts" (r=0.676; p<0.01) and "sporting materials" (r=0.535; p<0.01). For "High School", relationship was observed between HDI and the presence of "sports courts" (r=0.517; p<0.01) and "sporting materials" (r=0.499; p<0.01), while for IDEB, relationship was only observed with the presence of "sporting materials" (r=0.508; p<0.01). It could be concluded that the Northern and Northeastern regions of Brazil have schools with lower presence of structure for the practice of Physical Activity and that there is positive relationship of this structure with HDI, IDEB and quality indicators of the Report Card Brazil.

Journal of Clinical Gerontology and Geriatrics, Sep 1, 2014

recruited the subjects and collected the data.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, May 14, 2020

The present study compared the effects of traditional resistance training (TRT) and combined powe... more The present study compared the effects of traditional resistance training (TRT) and combined power training (PT) and TRT (PTRT) on cognitive parameters and serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels in non-demented, well-functioning, community-dwelling older women. Forty-five older women were randomized into one of three experimental groups: TRT, PTRT, and control group (CG). Cognitive tests explored global cognitive function, short-term memory, and dual-task performance. Serum BDNF levels were assessed at baseline and after the intervention. Exercise sessions were performed twice a week over 22 weeks. In TRT, exercise sessions were based on three sets of 8-10 repetitions at "difficult" intensity. In PTRT, the first session was based on PT (three sets of 8−10 repetitions at "moderate" intensity), while the second session was similar to the TRT. Our analyses indicated that overall cognitive function, short-term memory, and dual-task performance were similarly improved after TRT and PTRT. Serum BDNF concentrations were not altered by any training protocol. In conclusion, the two RT programs tested in the present trial improved global cognitive function, short-term memory and dual task performance in non-demented, well-functioning, community-dwelling older women. In addition, our findings suggest that mechanisms other than BDNF may be associated with such improvements.

Geriatrics & Gerontology International, Aug 29, 2013

Aim: To translate the Japanese Kihon Checklist (frailty index) into the Portuguese language and t... more Aim: To translate the Japanese Kihon Checklist (frailty index) into the Portuguese language and to validate the use of the checklist for the assessment of the elderly Brazilian population. Methods: A semantic analysis was conducted, along with pre-testing with bilingual subjects. The checklist was validated against the Edmonton Frail Scale. Results: A total of 188 Brazilian older adults (mean age 69.5 ± 7.47 years) participated in this study. In the semantic analysis, six elderly subjects reported no difficulty with responding to the Portuguese version of the Kihon Checklist. During pre-testing with 21 bilingual subjects, we found a strong correlation between the total scores of the original version of Kihon Checklist in Japanese and the translated version in Portuguese (r=0.764, p<0.001). According to the validation process, which involved 161 subjects, there was a significant correlation between the total scores of the Kihon Checklist and the Edmonton Frail Scale (r=0.535, p<0.001) and between each domain of the checklist with the total score of Edmonton Frail Scale (lifestyle τ=0.429, p<0.001; physical strength τ=0.367, p<0.001; nutrition τ=0.211, p=0.002; eating τ=0.213, p=0.001; socialization τ=0.269, p<0.001; memory τ=0.285, p<0.001; and mood τ=0.359, "This is the pre-peer reviewed version of the following article:

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Dec 1, 2021

Research, Society and Development, Aug 20, 2020

Autorrelato de asma, nível de atividade física e demais fatores associados em adolescentes brasil... more Autorrelato de asma, nível de atividade física e demais fatores associados em adolescentes brasileiros Asthma self-reporting, level of physical activity and other associated factors in brazilian adolescents Autoinforme sobre él asma, el nível de actividad física y otros factores associados en los adolescentes brasileños

Revista andaluza de medicina del deporte, Feb 26, 2019

Objective: The aim of the study was to compare physical fitness, quality of life and domains of f... more Objective: The aim of the study was to compare physical fitness, quality of life and domains of frailty between physically frail and robust older women, whose was classified by the physical domain from Kihon Checklist. Method: One hundred and thirty-two community-dwelling older women participated in the study (68.5 ± 6.1 years). Data were collected through questionnaires (sociodemographic, Kihon Checklist, Short Form-8 items) and physical and functional tests. Results: Most frail older women lived alone (P<0.01), had lower frequency of leaving home weekly (P<0.03) and reported a greater history of fall events compared to the robust ones (P<0.01). In addition, physically frail older women presented lower performance in handgrip strength, walking speed usual and maximum, and Timed Up and Go. In addition, they had worst results in other domains of frailty (i.e., instrumental activities of daily living, oral condition, socialization, cognition) as well as a lower quality of life. Older women leaving home in a lower frequency and living alone may present an increase of emotional issues and, occasionally, a decrease of the quality of life. Conclusion: Physical frail older women leaving home less present lower muscle strength and power and, a combination of frailties besides the physical one.

Anais do Congresso de Iniciação Científica da Unicamp, Oct 22, 2016

Resumo O envelhecimento é um conjunto de processos que determinam a perda da capacidade de adapta... more Resumo O envelhecimento é um conjunto de processos que determinam a perda da capacidade de adaptação ao meio ambiente. Nesse contexto, a fragilidade física pode aumentar a vulnerabilidade e a dependência dos idosos. O objetivo do estudo é comparar características sóciodemográficas de idosas de acordo com a fragilidade física (frágeis e robustas). Participaram do estudo 132 idosas da comunidade. Constatamos que idosas frágeis viviam mais sozinhas, saiam menos de cada durante a semana e relataram um histótico maior de quedas em comparação às robustas. O fato do idoso sair menos de casa e viverem sozinhos, pode resultar no aumento de problemas emocionais, ocasionando depressão, e, por vezes, aumentar o risco de quedas. Características encontradas nas idosas frágeis deste estudo, reforça a ideia multidimensional da síndrome da fragilidade e do processo de envelhecimento.

Revista Brasileira de Cineantropometria e Desempenho Humano, 2021

The aim of this study was to identify evidence regarding associations between School Physical Act... more The aim of this study was to identify evidence regarding associations between School Physical Activity (PA) and Mental Health (MH) in Brazilian school-aged adolescents. This is a systematic review study. Studies were selected in Portuguese and English and identified by a systematic search in six electronic databases: PubMed, Web of Science, SPORTDiscus / Ebsco, ScIELO, ERIC, and LILACS, which comprised publications until 2019. Inclusion criteria were: studies with cohort, descriptive, cross-sectional or qualitative design; performed with children and adolescents; studies that analyzed the relationship between PA and MH; studies that investigated adolescents who practiced PA in schools; studies carried out in Brazil; and studies that reached minimum of 60% of methodological quality criteria according to STROBE. Physical education, as curricular activity in basic education, has protective effect on MH in the school setting. In addition, more than 300 min/week of PA was positively associated with MH; while associations between PA and excessive TV time; social isolation; and body weight dissatisfaction were negatively associated. School PA is positively associated with MH as it promotes physical and psychological well-being, impacting on the reduction of insomnia rates, attenuating loneliness and improving physical appearance.

Revista de Terapia Ocupacional da Universidade de São Paulo, Jun 8, 2017

Este trabalho é parte integrante da dissertação de mestrado de: Ferreira RS. Novas tecnologias e ... more Este trabalho é parte integrante da dissertação de mestrado de: Ferreira RS. Novas tecnologias e seus impactos na qualidade de vida de pessoas com deficiência. Campinas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas. Campinas; 2015. Esta pesquisa foi financiada pelo Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq).

Gait & Posture, Oct 1, 2020

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative disease which can result in chronic pai... more Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative disease which can result in chronic pain, loss of joint function and consequently decline in quality of life. Research question: A variety of instruments that measure the different dimensions of health status in patients with OA are available. However, despite the fact that WOMAC and other questionnaires and scales may provide additional understanding regarding the patient's condition, some studies have reported discrepancies between patients' perceptions and their actual ability to perform the task. The aim of the present study was investigate the physical capabilities with the function domain of WOMAC. Methods: This study has a cross-sectional design including patients diagnosed with moderate to severe knee OA (i. e., grades II, III and IV) according to the Kellgren-Lawrence. These patients were submitted to the battery of functional tests recommended by the OARSI group (30-second chair stand test, 40 m fast paced walking test, Stair climb test, timed "Up and Go", and Six-minute walking test) and filled the WOMAC. Pearson's correlation and multiple linear regression was applied. Results: A total of 153 patients were included. A significant and weak correlation was observed between WOMAC and the 40-meter walking test, TUG, stair-climbing test, and the 6MWT. In addition, 30-second chair stand test demonstrated a significant and moderate correlation (r=-0.503). The multiple regression analysis results indicated that only 30-second chair stand test was a significant (p = 0.001) predictor of WOMAC. This result remains significant even after adjusting for age, BMI, total muscle mass, and number of knees affected Significance: The 30-second chair stand test is associated with the WOMAC function domain. There is no correlation of this domain with any other functional tests, emphasizing the importance of including other tests for a global evaluation.

Journal of Clinical Gerontology and Geriatrics, Dec 1, 2012

Background/Purpose: Assessment of physical performance allows the identification of health and fu... more Background/Purpose: Assessment of physical performance allows the identification of health and functional independence among older adults. Several factors, such as environmental conditions, influence the results; therefore our objective was to compare the physical performance and the health status between older Japanese women living in urban and rural communities. Methods: Subjects were Japanese women aged ≥65 years, recruited in urban (n=41, age=73.8 ± 3.92) and rural (n=54, age=73.8 ± 4.15) locations through a local press. Physical performance was assessed by the Timed Up and Go (TUG), one leg stand (OLS), repeated chair stands (CS) and handgrip strength (HGS) tests. Health status was investigated using socio-demographic characteristics; anthropometric measures and body composition; physical activity, a pedometer, Life-Space Assessment (LSA); Geriatric Depression Scale; incidence of falls, fear of falling; and medical information. Variables were compared by  2 test, Independent-Samples T-test and Mann Whitney U-test. Results: Rural subjects presented better performance in HGS (p=0.01) than urban subjects, who had better performance in CS (p<0.001). No statistical differences were found in TUG or OLS. Rural subjects also had higher body mass index (p=0.04), waist circumference (p<0.01), body fat percentage (p=0.014) than urban subjects, who showed higher scores in LSA (p<0.001). Concerning medical information, more rural subjects complained of low back pain (p=0.01) and gastrointestinal problems (p=0.02). Conclusion: Our findings showed that the physical performance and health status varied according to the place. Rural subjects had worse results in CS, but better 3 performance in HGS than urban subjects. We emphasize that health interventions should address the specific demand of each location.

Experimental Gerontology, Jul 1, 2019

Background and purpose: Although combining classical resistance (RT) and power training (PT) migh... more Background and purpose: Although combining classical resistance (RT) and power training (PT) might be an efficient strategy to achieve optimal enhancements in body composition and physical function in older adults, the most effective approach to combine these different types of exercise training is still unknown. Periodization, an organizational model that refers to a succession of cycle that will vary in exercise intensity and/or volume to allow for the training stimulus to remain biologically challenging and effective, may represent an interesting approach. Among the different types of periodization, daily undulating periodization (DUP) has attracted considerable attention given its superiority in comparison to nonperiodized (NP) RT programs to elicit neuromuscular improvements in young adults. However, whether a DUP program combining PT and traditional RT can produce similar or greater improvements in body composition and physical function in older adults than a NP RT program has not yet been established. Therefore, the present study compared the effects of a DUP and NP programs on body composition and physical function in healthy community-dwelling older women. Methods: Forty-two older women (60-79 years) were randomized into one of the three experimental groups: NP, DUP, and control group (CG). Body composition and physical function were assessed at baseline and after the intervention. The sessions of exercises were performed twice a week over 22 weeks. In NP, the two exercise sessions were based on three sets of 8-10 repetitions at a "difficult" intensity (i.e., 5-6) prescribed based on the Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale. In DUP, the first session was based on PT (three sets of 8-10 repetitions at a "moderate" intensity, i.e., 3, performed as fast as possible), while the second session was similar to the NP. Results: There were no significant changes in body composition in any of the groups. Relative to baseline, participants assigned to NP showed significant improvements in countermovement jump (+55.7%), timed "Up and Go" (TUG) test (−43.2%, faster), walking speed (+12.0%), and one-leg-stand (+154.5%). In contrast, DUP only improved TUG performance (−53.2%, faster). Conclusion: NP and DUP improved physical function in community-dwelling older women, with greater improvements in physical parameters only observed after NP.

Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, Nov 1, 2021

PURPOSE To compare the effects of exergames versus conventional physical training on the cognitiv... more PURPOSE To compare the effects of exergames versus conventional physical training on the cognitive skills of older adults. MATERIALS AND METHODS Scientific studies published in PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases were searched. Individual studies were assessed using the Cochrane Risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2). The quality of evidence was evaluated using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE Pro). The cognitive outcomes were Trail Making Test (TMT)-A, TMT-B, Stroop Word-Color test, Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE), and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA). RESULTS We identified 256 studies, in which 13 studies were included in the systematic review and 11 in the meta-analysis. The majority of the exergame interventions were based on the Xbox 360's Kinect, followed by the Impact Dance Platform, Nintendo Wii, and the Bike Labyrinth. We observed heterogeneity in the conventional exercise group and in the duration of training, which ranged from 12 to 52 sessions. There was no statistically significant difference between groups in TMT-A (p=0.083), TMT-B (p=0.122), and Stroop (p=0.191). There were differences in favor of exergames in MMSE (raw mean difference=-1.58, 95% CI: -2.87 to -0.28, p<0.001) and MoCA (raw mean difference=-1.22, 95% CI: -2.24 to -0.20, p=0.019). CONCLUSIONS Despite statistical differences in MMSE and MoCA, these results should be interpreted with caution due to methodological heterogeneity. Some studies reported possible neurophysiological benefits induced by exergames, which should be explored in future investigations.

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Jun 1, 2022

Revista Brasileira de Educação Médica, 2021

<jats:p>Resumo: Introdução: A educação interprofissional (EIP) desenvolve competências cola... more <jats:p>Resumo: Introdução: A educação interprofissional (EIP) desenvolve competências colaborativas, aprimora a segurança do paciente e melhora a qualidade da atenção à saúde. A disponibilidade para aprendizagem compartilhada relaciona-se diretamente com a EIP. Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar a disponibilidade dos estudantes para a EIP, de acordo com os ciclos e cursos. Método: Trata-se de estudo transversal, descritivo, de abordagem quantitativa. Utilizou-se a Readiness for Interprofessional Learning Scale (RIPLS) via formulário eletrônico. Os testes Mann-Whitney e qui-quadrado foram utilizados para analisar respectivamente variáveis contínuas e categóricas. Nas análises para verificar as diferenças nas pontuações dos fatores 1. trabalho em equipe e colaboração (TEC), 2. identidade profissional (IP) e 3. atenção à saúde centrada no paciente (ACP), além da pontuação global da RIPLS, os cursos e ciclos foram comparados por meio do teste Kruskal-Wallis. Resultado: Participaram do estudo 506 estudantes, com taxa de respostas de 32,6%, dos cursos de Enfermagem, Farmácia, Fisioterapia, Fonoaudiologia, Medicina, Nutrição, Odontologia e Terapia Ocupacional de uma universidade pública brasileira. As pontuações dos fatores 1, 2 e 3 e a pontuação global da RIPLS não apresentaram diferenças entre os sexos. Os estudantes do curso de Farmácia apresentaram menor disponibilidade para o fator 3 (ACP) quando comparados com os alunos de Enfermagem, Fisioterapia, Medicina, Odontologia e Terapia Ocupacional (p = 0,007). Os discentes de Fonoaudiologia e Nutrição apresentaram menor pontuação no mesmo fator em comparação com os de Odontologia e Terapia Ocupacional (p = 0,007). Os estudantes de Farmácia (p = 0,004) e Medicina (p = 0,016) foram menos propícios a obter maior pontuação no fator 1 (TEC), enquanto os de Terapia Ocupacional obtiveram maior chance para maior disponibilidade no mesmo fator (p = 0,024). No fator 2 (IP), os estudantes do quinto ciclo foram menos propensos a atitudes positivas (p = 0,046). Observou-se que os estudantes de Terapia Ocupacional apresentaram atitude mais favorável para a EIP expressa tanto no fator 3 (p = 0,034) quanto na pontuação global (p = 0,027), enquanto os alunos do curso de Farmácia apresentaram menor chance para melhor disponibilidade no fator 3 (p = 0,003) e na pontuação global (p = 0,003). Conclusão: Considerando a relevância da EIP no processo de reorientação da formação de profissionais de saúde para a construção da integralidade do cuidado e alinhamento com o Sistema Único de Saúde, este estudo pretende contribuir para a reflexão acerca das diferenças na disponibilidade para EIP entre cursos de graduação na área da saúde.</jats:p>

Revista Brasileira de Estudos de População, Oct 8, 2021

This study aimed to analyze the impact of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) on life expectancy (LE) ... more This study aimed to analyze the impact of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) on life expectancy (LE) in the Brazilian population; and to identify how the hypothetical reduction in mortality from 5 to 30%, as well as the hypothetical scenario with no deaths (i.e., elimination) of these diseases would affect LE. This is a simulation study using national cross-sectional data. To identify the impact of CVDs on LE, we used multiple decrement life table models, considering hypothetical CVDs reductions in mortality from 5 to 30% and their elimination. The estimated overall potential gains in LE [years (%)] from the elimination of ischemic disease, hypertensive disease, and cerebrovascular disease were 1.44y (2%) and 1.31y (1.7%), 0.51y (0.7%) and 0.75y (1%), and 1.28y (1.8%) and 1.62y (2.1%), for males and females, respectively. The largest gains in LE were observed among those who live in Brazil's Northeast region. For the overall population, the estimated gains in LE linked to a 5% reduction in CVD mortality for males and females were 0.07y (0.1%) and 0.06y (0.08%) for ischemic disease, 0.02y (0.03%) and 0.04y (0.05%) for hypertensive disease, and 0.06y (0.08%) and 0.07y (0.09%) for cerebrovascular disease. A hypothetical decrease of 30% in mortality by CVDs would lead to gains in LE, for males and

Motricidade, Dec 24, 2020

The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors associated with negative Health Perception a... more The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors associated with negative Health Perception and Quality of Life (QoL) of older adults. This was a cross-sectional study composed of 224 older adults with a median age of 70.58±6.43 years old. A questionnaire was designed to incorporate ABEP (socio-economic questionnaire), WHOQOL-bref, IPAQ, and Senior Fitness Test (SFT). Binary logistic regression with p>0.05, organized in univariate and multivariate models in SPSS version 22. Variables upper extremities poor flexibility OR = 2.43 (1.37-4.31) and lower extremities poor flexibility OR = 2.69 (1.54-4.69) were significantly associated with negative health perception. Being not financial responsible OR= 0.33 (0.12-0.85) presented lower odds of negative QoL perception. The variable Lower extremities poor flexibility univariate OR= 2.52 (1.45-4.39) and multivariate model OR= 2.42 (1.38-4.24) showed almost three times higher probabilities of negative QoL perception.

Revista Brasileira de Atividade Física e Saúde, Dec 13, 2019

Este obra está licenciado com uma Licença Creative Commons Atribuição-NãoComercial-CompartilhaIgu... more Este obra está licenciado com uma Licença Creative Commons Atribuição-NãoComercial-CompartilhaIgual 4.0 Internacional. Influência da caminhada na cognição e composição corporal de mulheres idosas Influence of walking on cognition and body composition of older women AUTORES

Revista Brasileira de Cineantropometria e Desempenho Humano, 2021

The purpose of this study was to identify structures for the practice of physical activities (PA)... more The purpose of this study was to identify structures for the practice of physical activities (PA) in Brazilian Schools and relate them to the Human Development Index (HDI), Basic Education Development Index (IDEB) and quality indicators from the Report Card Brazil (RCB). This is a descriptive study that used secondary data from INEP-Brazil to identify and classify structures for the practice of PA in Brazilian schools based on the presence of "schoolyards", "sports courts" and "sporting materials", organized by elementary and high schools. Data were organized by Macroeconomic Region and related to HDI, IDEB and Report Card Brazil Quality Classification Criteria. Thus, for "Elementary School", positive and significant relationship was observed between HDI and the presence of "schoolyards" (r=0.53; p=0.004), "sports courts" (r=0.855; p<0, 01) and "sporting materials"(r=0.764; p<0.01), while for IDEB, values followed the same logic, associated to the presence of "schoolyards" (r=0.475; p=0.01), "sports courts" (r=0.676; p<0.01) and "sporting materials" (r=0.535; p<0.01). For "High School", relationship was observed between HDI and the presence of "sports courts" (r=0.517; p<0.01) and "sporting materials" (r=0.499; p<0.01), while for IDEB, relationship was only observed with the presence of "sporting materials" (r=0.508; p<0.01). It could be concluded that the Northern and Northeastern regions of Brazil have schools with lower presence of structure for the practice of Physical Activity and that there is positive relationship of this structure with HDI, IDEB and quality indicators of the Report Card Brazil.

Journal of Clinical Gerontology and Geriatrics, Sep 1, 2014

recruited the subjects and collected the data.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, May 14, 2020

The present study compared the effects of traditional resistance training (TRT) and combined powe... more The present study compared the effects of traditional resistance training (TRT) and combined power training (PT) and TRT (PTRT) on cognitive parameters and serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels in non-demented, well-functioning, community-dwelling older women. Forty-five older women were randomized into one of three experimental groups: TRT, PTRT, and control group (CG). Cognitive tests explored global cognitive function, short-term memory, and dual-task performance. Serum BDNF levels were assessed at baseline and after the intervention. Exercise sessions were performed twice a week over 22 weeks. In TRT, exercise sessions were based on three sets of 8-10 repetitions at "difficult" intensity. In PTRT, the first session was based on PT (three sets of 8−10 repetitions at "moderate" intensity), while the second session was similar to the TRT. Our analyses indicated that overall cognitive function, short-term memory, and dual-task performance were similarly improved after TRT and PTRT. Serum BDNF concentrations were not altered by any training protocol. In conclusion, the two RT programs tested in the present trial improved global cognitive function, short-term memory and dual task performance in non-demented, well-functioning, community-dwelling older women. In addition, our findings suggest that mechanisms other than BDNF may be associated with such improvements.

Geriatrics & Gerontology International, Aug 29, 2013

Aim: To translate the Japanese Kihon Checklist (frailty index) into the Portuguese language and t... more Aim: To translate the Japanese Kihon Checklist (frailty index) into the Portuguese language and to validate the use of the checklist for the assessment of the elderly Brazilian population. Methods: A semantic analysis was conducted, along with pre-testing with bilingual subjects. The checklist was validated against the Edmonton Frail Scale. Results: A total of 188 Brazilian older adults (mean age 69.5 ± 7.47 years) participated in this study. In the semantic analysis, six elderly subjects reported no difficulty with responding to the Portuguese version of the Kihon Checklist. During pre-testing with 21 bilingual subjects, we found a strong correlation between the total scores of the original version of Kihon Checklist in Japanese and the translated version in Portuguese (r=0.764, p<0.001). According to the validation process, which involved 161 subjects, there was a significant correlation between the total scores of the Kihon Checklist and the Edmonton Frail Scale (r=0.535, p<0.001) and between each domain of the checklist with the total score of Edmonton Frail Scale (lifestyle τ=0.429, p<0.001; physical strength τ=0.367, p<0.001; nutrition τ=0.211, p=0.002; eating τ=0.213, p=0.001; socialization τ=0.269, p<0.001; memory τ=0.285, p<0.001; and mood τ=0.359, "This is the pre-peer reviewed version of the following article:

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Dec 1, 2021

Research, Society and Development, Aug 20, 2020

Autorrelato de asma, nível de atividade física e demais fatores associados em adolescentes brasil... more Autorrelato de asma, nível de atividade física e demais fatores associados em adolescentes brasileiros Asthma self-reporting, level of physical activity and other associated factors in brazilian adolescents Autoinforme sobre él asma, el nível de actividad física y otros factores associados en los adolescentes brasileños

Revista andaluza de medicina del deporte, Feb 26, 2019

Objective: The aim of the study was to compare physical fitness, quality of life and domains of f... more Objective: The aim of the study was to compare physical fitness, quality of life and domains of frailty between physically frail and robust older women, whose was classified by the physical domain from Kihon Checklist. Method: One hundred and thirty-two community-dwelling older women participated in the study (68.5 ± 6.1 years). Data were collected through questionnaires (sociodemographic, Kihon Checklist, Short Form-8 items) and physical and functional tests. Results: Most frail older women lived alone (P<0.01), had lower frequency of leaving home weekly (P<0.03) and reported a greater history of fall events compared to the robust ones (P<0.01). In addition, physically frail older women presented lower performance in handgrip strength, walking speed usual and maximum, and Timed Up and Go. In addition, they had worst results in other domains of frailty (i.e., instrumental activities of daily living, oral condition, socialization, cognition) as well as a lower quality of life. Older women leaving home in a lower frequency and living alone may present an increase of emotional issues and, occasionally, a decrease of the quality of life. Conclusion: Physical frail older women leaving home less present lower muscle strength and power and, a combination of frailties besides the physical one.

Anais do Congresso de Iniciação Científica da Unicamp, Oct 22, 2016

Resumo O envelhecimento é um conjunto de processos que determinam a perda da capacidade de adapta... more Resumo O envelhecimento é um conjunto de processos que determinam a perda da capacidade de adaptação ao meio ambiente. Nesse contexto, a fragilidade física pode aumentar a vulnerabilidade e a dependência dos idosos. O objetivo do estudo é comparar características sóciodemográficas de idosas de acordo com a fragilidade física (frágeis e robustas). Participaram do estudo 132 idosas da comunidade. Constatamos que idosas frágeis viviam mais sozinhas, saiam menos de cada durante a semana e relataram um histótico maior de quedas em comparação às robustas. O fato do idoso sair menos de casa e viverem sozinhos, pode resultar no aumento de problemas emocionais, ocasionando depressão, e, por vezes, aumentar o risco de quedas. Características encontradas nas idosas frágeis deste estudo, reforça a ideia multidimensional da síndrome da fragilidade e do processo de envelhecimento.

Revista Brasileira de Cineantropometria e Desempenho Humano, 2021

The aim of this study was to identify evidence regarding associations between School Physical Act... more The aim of this study was to identify evidence regarding associations between School Physical Activity (PA) and Mental Health (MH) in Brazilian school-aged adolescents. This is a systematic review study. Studies were selected in Portuguese and English and identified by a systematic search in six electronic databases: PubMed, Web of Science, SPORTDiscus / Ebsco, ScIELO, ERIC, and LILACS, which comprised publications until 2019. Inclusion criteria were: studies with cohort, descriptive, cross-sectional or qualitative design; performed with children and adolescents; studies that analyzed the relationship between PA and MH; studies that investigated adolescents who practiced PA in schools; studies carried out in Brazil; and studies that reached minimum of 60% of methodological quality criteria according to STROBE. Physical education, as curricular activity in basic education, has protective effect on MH in the school setting. In addition, more than 300 min/week of PA was positively associated with MH; while associations between PA and excessive TV time; social isolation; and body weight dissatisfaction were negatively associated. School PA is positively associated with MH as it promotes physical and psychological well-being, impacting on the reduction of insomnia rates, attenuating loneliness and improving physical appearance.

Revista de Terapia Ocupacional da Universidade de São Paulo, Jun 8, 2017

Este trabalho é parte integrante da dissertação de mestrado de: Ferreira RS. Novas tecnologias e ... more Este trabalho é parte integrante da dissertação de mestrado de: Ferreira RS. Novas tecnologias e seus impactos na qualidade de vida de pessoas com deficiência. Campinas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas. Campinas; 2015. Esta pesquisa foi financiada pelo Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq).

Gait & Posture, Oct 1, 2020

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative disease which can result in chronic pai... more Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative disease which can result in chronic pain, loss of joint function and consequently decline in quality of life. Research question: A variety of instruments that measure the different dimensions of health status in patients with OA are available. However, despite the fact that WOMAC and other questionnaires and scales may provide additional understanding regarding the patient's condition, some studies have reported discrepancies between patients' perceptions and their actual ability to perform the task. The aim of the present study was investigate the physical capabilities with the function domain of WOMAC. Methods: This study has a cross-sectional design including patients diagnosed with moderate to severe knee OA (i. e., grades II, III and IV) according to the Kellgren-Lawrence. These patients were submitted to the battery of functional tests recommended by the OARSI group (30-second chair stand test, 40 m fast paced walking test, Stair climb test, timed "Up and Go", and Six-minute walking test) and filled the WOMAC. Pearson's correlation and multiple linear regression was applied. Results: A total of 153 patients were included. A significant and weak correlation was observed between WOMAC and the 40-meter walking test, TUG, stair-climbing test, and the 6MWT. In addition, 30-second chair stand test demonstrated a significant and moderate correlation (r=-0.503). The multiple regression analysis results indicated that only 30-second chair stand test was a significant (p = 0.001) predictor of WOMAC. This result remains significant even after adjusting for age, BMI, total muscle mass, and number of knees affected Significance: The 30-second chair stand test is associated with the WOMAC function domain. There is no correlation of this domain with any other functional tests, emphasizing the importance of including other tests for a global evaluation.

Journal of Clinical Gerontology and Geriatrics, Dec 1, 2012

Background/Purpose: Assessment of physical performance allows the identification of health and fu... more Background/Purpose: Assessment of physical performance allows the identification of health and functional independence among older adults. Several factors, such as environmental conditions, influence the results; therefore our objective was to compare the physical performance and the health status between older Japanese women living in urban and rural communities. Methods: Subjects were Japanese women aged ≥65 years, recruited in urban (n=41, age=73.8 ± 3.92) and rural (n=54, age=73.8 ± 4.15) locations through a local press. Physical performance was assessed by the Timed Up and Go (TUG), one leg stand (OLS), repeated chair stands (CS) and handgrip strength (HGS) tests. Health status was investigated using socio-demographic characteristics; anthropometric measures and body composition; physical activity, a pedometer, Life-Space Assessment (LSA); Geriatric Depression Scale; incidence of falls, fear of falling; and medical information. Variables were compared by  2 test, Independent-Samples T-test and Mann Whitney U-test. Results: Rural subjects presented better performance in HGS (p=0.01) than urban subjects, who had better performance in CS (p<0.001). No statistical differences were found in TUG or OLS. Rural subjects also had higher body mass index (p=0.04), waist circumference (p<0.01), body fat percentage (p=0.014) than urban subjects, who showed higher scores in LSA (p<0.001). Concerning medical information, more rural subjects complained of low back pain (p=0.01) and gastrointestinal problems (p=0.02). Conclusion: Our findings showed that the physical performance and health status varied according to the place. Rural subjects had worse results in CS, but better 3 performance in HGS than urban subjects. We emphasize that health interventions should address the specific demand of each location.

Experimental Gerontology, Jul 1, 2019

Background and purpose: Although combining classical resistance (RT) and power training (PT) migh... more Background and purpose: Although combining classical resistance (RT) and power training (PT) might be an efficient strategy to achieve optimal enhancements in body composition and physical function in older adults, the most effective approach to combine these different types of exercise training is still unknown. Periodization, an organizational model that refers to a succession of cycle that will vary in exercise intensity and/or volume to allow for the training stimulus to remain biologically challenging and effective, may represent an interesting approach. Among the different types of periodization, daily undulating periodization (DUP) has attracted considerable attention given its superiority in comparison to nonperiodized (NP) RT programs to elicit neuromuscular improvements in young adults. However, whether a DUP program combining PT and traditional RT can produce similar or greater improvements in body composition and physical function in older adults than a NP RT program has not yet been established. Therefore, the present study compared the effects of a DUP and NP programs on body composition and physical function in healthy community-dwelling older women. Methods: Forty-two older women (60-79 years) were randomized into one of the three experimental groups: NP, DUP, and control group (CG). Body composition and physical function were assessed at baseline and after the intervention. The sessions of exercises were performed twice a week over 22 weeks. In NP, the two exercise sessions were based on three sets of 8-10 repetitions at a "difficult" intensity (i.e., 5-6) prescribed based on the Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale. In DUP, the first session was based on PT (three sets of 8-10 repetitions at a "moderate" intensity, i.e., 3, performed as fast as possible), while the second session was similar to the NP. Results: There were no significant changes in body composition in any of the groups. Relative to baseline, participants assigned to NP showed significant improvements in countermovement jump (+55.7%), timed "Up and Go" (TUG) test (−43.2%, faster), walking speed (+12.0%), and one-leg-stand (+154.5%). In contrast, DUP only improved TUG performance (−53.2%, faster). Conclusion: NP and DUP improved physical function in community-dwelling older women, with greater improvements in physical parameters only observed after NP.

Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, Nov 1, 2021

PURPOSE To compare the effects of exergames versus conventional physical training on the cognitiv... more PURPOSE To compare the effects of exergames versus conventional physical training on the cognitive skills of older adults. MATERIALS AND METHODS Scientific studies published in PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases were searched. Individual studies were assessed using the Cochrane Risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2). The quality of evidence was evaluated using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE Pro). The cognitive outcomes were Trail Making Test (TMT)-A, TMT-B, Stroop Word-Color test, Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE), and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA). RESULTS We identified 256 studies, in which 13 studies were included in the systematic review and 11 in the meta-analysis. The majority of the exergame interventions were based on the Xbox 360's Kinect, followed by the Impact Dance Platform, Nintendo Wii, and the Bike Labyrinth. We observed heterogeneity in the conventional exercise group and in the duration of training, which ranged from 12 to 52 sessions. There was no statistically significant difference between groups in TMT-A (p=0.083), TMT-B (p=0.122), and Stroop (p=0.191). There were differences in favor of exergames in MMSE (raw mean difference=-1.58, 95% CI: -2.87 to -0.28, p<0.001) and MoCA (raw mean difference=-1.22, 95% CI: -2.24 to -0.20, p=0.019). CONCLUSIONS Despite statistical differences in MMSE and MoCA, these results should be interpreted with caution due to methodological heterogeneity. Some studies reported possible neurophysiological benefits induced by exergames, which should be explored in future investigations.

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Jun 1, 2022

Revista Brasileira de Educação Médica, 2021

<jats:p>Resumo: Introdução: A educação interprofissional (EIP) desenvolve competências cola... more <jats:p>Resumo: Introdução: A educação interprofissional (EIP) desenvolve competências colaborativas, aprimora a segurança do paciente e melhora a qualidade da atenção à saúde. A disponibilidade para aprendizagem compartilhada relaciona-se diretamente com a EIP. Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar a disponibilidade dos estudantes para a EIP, de acordo com os ciclos e cursos. Método: Trata-se de estudo transversal, descritivo, de abordagem quantitativa. Utilizou-se a Readiness for Interprofessional Learning Scale (RIPLS) via formulário eletrônico. Os testes Mann-Whitney e qui-quadrado foram utilizados para analisar respectivamente variáveis contínuas e categóricas. Nas análises para verificar as diferenças nas pontuações dos fatores 1. trabalho em equipe e colaboração (TEC), 2. identidade profissional (IP) e 3. atenção à saúde centrada no paciente (ACP), além da pontuação global da RIPLS, os cursos e ciclos foram comparados por meio do teste Kruskal-Wallis. Resultado: Participaram do estudo 506 estudantes, com taxa de respostas de 32,6%, dos cursos de Enfermagem, Farmácia, Fisioterapia, Fonoaudiologia, Medicina, Nutrição, Odontologia e Terapia Ocupacional de uma universidade pública brasileira. As pontuações dos fatores 1, 2 e 3 e a pontuação global da RIPLS não apresentaram diferenças entre os sexos. Os estudantes do curso de Farmácia apresentaram menor disponibilidade para o fator 3 (ACP) quando comparados com os alunos de Enfermagem, Fisioterapia, Medicina, Odontologia e Terapia Ocupacional (p = 0,007). Os discentes de Fonoaudiologia e Nutrição apresentaram menor pontuação no mesmo fator em comparação com os de Odontologia e Terapia Ocupacional (p = 0,007). Os estudantes de Farmácia (p = 0,004) e Medicina (p = 0,016) foram menos propícios a obter maior pontuação no fator 1 (TEC), enquanto os de Terapia Ocupacional obtiveram maior chance para maior disponibilidade no mesmo fator (p = 0,024). No fator 2 (IP), os estudantes do quinto ciclo foram menos propensos a atitudes positivas (p = 0,046). Observou-se que os estudantes de Terapia Ocupacional apresentaram atitude mais favorável para a EIP expressa tanto no fator 3 (p = 0,034) quanto na pontuação global (p = 0,027), enquanto os alunos do curso de Farmácia apresentaram menor chance para melhor disponibilidade no fator 3 (p = 0,003) e na pontuação global (p = 0,003). Conclusão: Considerando a relevância da EIP no processo de reorientação da formação de profissionais de saúde para a construção da integralidade do cuidado e alinhamento com o Sistema Único de Saúde, este estudo pretende contribuir para a reflexão acerca das diferenças na disponibilidade para EIP entre cursos de graduação na área da saúde.</jats:p>

Revista Brasileira de Estudos de População, Oct 8, 2021

This study aimed to analyze the impact of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) on life expectancy (LE) ... more This study aimed to analyze the impact of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) on life expectancy (LE) in the Brazilian population; and to identify how the hypothetical reduction in mortality from 5 to 30%, as well as the hypothetical scenario with no deaths (i.e., elimination) of these diseases would affect LE. This is a simulation study using national cross-sectional data. To identify the impact of CVDs on LE, we used multiple decrement life table models, considering hypothetical CVDs reductions in mortality from 5 to 30% and their elimination. The estimated overall potential gains in LE [years (%)] from the elimination of ischemic disease, hypertensive disease, and cerebrovascular disease were 1.44y (2%) and 1.31y (1.7%), 0.51y (0.7%) and 0.75y (1%), and 1.28y (1.8%) and 1.62y (2.1%), for males and females, respectively. The largest gains in LE were observed among those who live in Brazil's Northeast region. For the overall population, the estimated gains in LE linked to a 5% reduction in CVD mortality for males and females were 0.07y (0.1%) and 0.06y (0.08%) for ischemic disease, 0.02y (0.03%) and 0.04y (0.05%) for hypertensive disease, and 0.06y (0.08%) and 0.07y (0.09%) for cerebrovascular disease. A hypothetical decrease of 30% in mortality by CVDs would lead to gains in LE, for males and

Motricidade, Dec 24, 2020

The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors associated with negative Health Perception a... more The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors associated with negative Health Perception and Quality of Life (QoL) of older adults. This was a cross-sectional study composed of 224 older adults with a median age of 70.58±6.43 years old. A questionnaire was designed to incorporate ABEP (socio-economic questionnaire), WHOQOL-bref, IPAQ, and Senior Fitness Test (SFT). Binary logistic regression with p>0.05, organized in univariate and multivariate models in SPSS version 22. Variables upper extremities poor flexibility OR = 2.43 (1.37-4.31) and lower extremities poor flexibility OR = 2.69 (1.54-4.69) were significantly associated with negative health perception. Being not financial responsible OR= 0.33 (0.12-0.85) presented lower odds of negative QoL perception. The variable Lower extremities poor flexibility univariate OR= 2.52 (1.45-4.39) and multivariate model OR= 2.42 (1.38-4.24) showed almost three times higher probabilities of negative QoL perception.