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Simmich J, Andrews NE, Claus A, Murdoch M, Russell TG. Assessing a GPS-Based 6-Minute Walk Test for People With Persistent Pain: Validation Study. JMIR Form Res 2024; 8:e46820. [PMID: 38498031 PMCID: PMC10985605 DOI: 10.2196/46820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/29/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The 6-minute walk test (6MWT) is a commonly used method to assess the exercise capacity of people with many health conditions, including persistent pain. However, it is conventionally performed with in-person supervision in a hospital or clinic, therefore requiring staff resources. It may also be difficult when in-person supervision is unavailable, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, or when the person is geographically remote. A potential solution to these issues could be to use GPS to measure walking distance. OBJECTIVE The primary aim of this study was to assess the validity of a GPS-based smartphone app to measure walking distance as an alternative to the conventional 6MWT in a population with persistent pain. The secondary aim of this study was to estimate the difference between the pain evoked by the 2 test methods. METHODS People with persistent pain (N=36) were recruited to complete a conventional 6MWT on a 30-m shuttle track and a 6MWT assessed by a smartphone app using GPS, performed on outdoor walking circuits. Tests were performed in random order, separated by a 15-minute rest. The 95% limits of agreement were calculated using the Bland-Altman method, with a specified maximum allowable difference of 100 m. Pain was assessed using an 11-point numerical rating scale before and after each walk test. RESULTS The mean 6-minute walk distance measured by the GPS-based smartphone app was 13.2 (SD 46; 95% CI -2.7 to 29.1) m higher than that assessed in the conventional manner. The 95% limits of agreement were 103.9 (95% CI 87.4-134.1) m and -77.6 (95% CI -107.7 to -61) m, which exceeded the maximum allowable difference. Pain increased in the conventional walk test by 1.1 (SD 1.0) points, whereas pain increased in the app test by 0.8 (SD 1.4) points. CONCLUSIONS In individuals with persistent pain, the 2 methods of assessing the 6MWT may not be interchangeable due to limited validity. Potential reasons for the differences between the 2 methods might be attributed to the variation in track layout (shuttle track vs continuous circuit); poor GPS accuracy; deviations from the 30-m shuttle track; human variability in walking speed; and the potential impact of a first test on the second test due to fatigue, pain provocation, or a learning effect. Future research is needed to improve the accuracy of the GPS-based approach. Despite its limitations, the GPS-based 6MWT may still have value as a tool for remote monitoring that could allow individuals with persistent pain to self-administer frequent assessments of their functional capacity in their home environment.
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- Joshua Simmich
- RECOVER Injury Research Centre, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- STARS Education and Research Alliance, Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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- RECOVER Injury Research Centre, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- STARS Education and Research Alliance, Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
- The Tess Cramond Pain and Research Centre, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Australia
- Occupational Therapy Department, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Australia
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- The Tess Cramond Pain and Research Centre, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Australia
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- The Tess Cramond Pain and Research Centre, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Australia
- Physiotherapy Department, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Australia
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- RECOVER Injury Research Centre, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- STARS Education and Research Alliance, Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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Mesci E, Dogruoz B, Mesci N, Icagasioglu A. Ultrasonographic evaluation of muscle thickness in female patients with fibromyalgia and its relationship with clinical parameters. North Clin Istanb 2023; 10:718-725. [PMID: 38328726 PMCID: PMC10846583 DOI: 10.14744/nci.2023.04382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2022] [Revised: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 01/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to compare the ultrasonographic thickness of selected major muscles of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and asymptomatic control subjects and to evaluate the relationship between muscle thickness and muscle strength, physical performance, kinesiophobia, and clinical variables. METHODS Twenty-two FMS patients and 18 asymptomatic control cases who applied to the physical medicine and rehabilitation outpatient clinic were included. The thickness of the gastrocnemius medialis/lateralis, trapezius, and upper arm muscle was evaluated with ultrasonography. Muscle strength was evaluated with hand grip strength, muscle performance with chair stand test (CST), walking performance with 10 m walking test, disease severity with Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire-Revised, pain severity with VAS, and kinesiophobia with TAMPA kinesiophobia scale. RESULTS The mean thickness values of all the muscles measured were significantly decreased in the FMS group compared with the control (p<0.05). There were positive correlations between gastrocnemius medialis/lateralis and upper arm muscle thickness with hand grip strength (p<0.01, r=0.602, r=0.663, r=0.567, respectively) and positive correlations between gastrocnemius medialis/lateralis muscle thickness with CST (p<0.05, r=0.507, r=0.512, respectively). TAMPA was significantly negatively correlated with gastrocnemius medialis/lateralis and upper arm muscle thickness. CONCLUSION Muscle thickness, strength, and performance decrease in FMS patients. This reduction in muscle strength, performance, and size is associated with kinesiophobia. Strengthening exercises should be included in the management of FMS patients. However, caution should be exercised when prescribing exercises that require extreme muscle performance, considering that it may cause kinesiophobia.
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- Erkan Mesci
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Istanbul Medeniyet University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Istanbul Medeniyet University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Haydarpasa Numune Education and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Istanbul Medeniyet University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkiye
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Rubio-Zarapuz A, Apolo-Arenas MD, Clemente-Suárez VJ, Costa AR, Pardo-Caballero D, Parraca JA. Acute Effects of a Session with The EXOPULSE Mollii Suit in a Fibromyalgia Patient: A Case Report. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:2209. [PMID: 36767576 PMCID: PMC9915440 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20032209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and associated fatigue, sleep disturbances, and other cognitive and somatic symptoms. A multidisciplinary approach including pharmacological therapies along with behavioral therapy, exercise, patient education, and pain management is a possible solution for the treatment of this disease. The EXOPULSE Mollii® method (EXONEURAL NETWORK AB, Danderyd, Sweden) is an innovative approach for non-invasive and self-administered electrical stimulation with multiple electrodes incorporated in a full-body suit, with already proven benefits for other diseases. Therefore, the present case report study aims to evaluate the effects that a 60 min session with the EXOPULSE Mollii suit has on a female fibromyalgia patient. After the intervention, we can conclude that a 60 min session with the EXOPULSE Mollii suit has beneficial effects on pain perception, muscle oxygenation, parasympathetic modulation, and function in a female fibromyalgia patient.
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- Alejandro Rubio-Zarapuz
- Faculty of Sports Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Tajo Street, s/n, 28670 Madrid, Spain
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- Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Research Group FhysioH, Universidad de Extremadura, 06006 Badajoz, Spain
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- Departamento de Ciências Médicas e da Saúde, Escola de Saúde e Desenvolvimento Humano, Universidade de Évora, 7004-516 Évora, Portugal
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- AlgeaSalud, Clinica Neurorrehabilitación Deportiva, Avenida de Elvas, 06006 Badajoz, Spain
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- Departamento de Desporto e Saúde, Escola de Saúde e Desenvolvimento Humano, Universidade de Évora, 7004-516 Évora, Portugal
- Comprehensive Health Research Centre (CHRC), University of Évora, 7004-516 Évora, Portugal
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Maestre-Cascales C, Castillo-Paredes A, Romero-Parra N, Adsuar JC, Carlos-Vivas J. Gradual Strength Training Improves Sleep Quality, Physical Function and Pain in Women with Fibromyalgia. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:15662. [PMID: 36497737 PMCID: PMC9793755 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192315662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Revised: 11/15/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by chronic and generalized musculoskeletal pain. There is currently no cure for FM, but alternative treatments are available. Among them, gradual strength training programs (ST) which on daily activities are a valid option to improve some of the pronounced symptoms of FM that affect quality of life, such as fatigue, pain, sleep quality, and physical function. However, there is a need for more information on optimal training programs to improve anxiety and fatigue symptoms. AIM To analyze the effects of a 24-week gradual and progressive ST on sleep quality, fatigue, pain domains, physical function, and anxiety-state. METHODS 41 women with FM participated in the 24 weeks of intervention based on gradual and progressive ST. Two, 60 min, training sessions per week were con-ducted. Participants were evaluated before the ST program (week 0), in week 12 and at the end of the ST program (week 24). The Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire was used to assess sleep quality and fatigue scales. Anxiety-state was evaluated with the State Anxiety Inventory, and pain domains by means of the Brief Pain Inventory. Senior Fitness Test was used for physical function measurements. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was applied to assess the mean differences between phases, and Spearman's correlations were used to assess the associations between physical and psychological symptoms, and physical function. RESULTS The results demonstrated that 24 weeks of ST improves physical function, sleep quality and pain domains (p ≤ 0.05). Higher anxiety and pain interference scores were related to worsening physical function. CONCLUSIONS Gradual ST significantly improves sleep quality, pain, and physical function, but not anxiety and fatigue.
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- Cristina Maestre-Cascales
- LFE Research Group, Department of Health and Human Performance, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain;
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- Grupo AFySE, Investigación en Actividad Física y Salud Escolar, Escuela de Pedagogía en Educación Física, Facultad de Educación, Universidad de Las Américas, Santiago 8370040, Chile
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, King Juan Carlos University, 28922 Alcorcón, Spain;
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- Promoting a Healthy Society Research Group (PHeSo), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain;
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- Physical Activity for Education, Performance and Health (PAEPH) Research Group, Faculty of Sports Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain;
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Valera-Calero JA, Arendt-Nielsen L, Cigarán-Méndez M, Fernández-de-las-Peñas C, Varol U. Network Analysis for Better Understanding the Complex Psycho-Biological Mechanisms behind Fibromyalgia Syndrome. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12081845. [PMID: 36010196 PMCID: PMC9406816 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12081845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2022] [Revised: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 07/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to assess potential associations between sensory, cognitive, health-related, and physical variables in women with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) using a network analysis for better understanding the complexity of psycho-biological mechanisms. Demographic, clinical, pressure pain threshold (PPT), health-related, physical, and psychological/cognitive variables were collected in 126 women with FMS. A network analysis was conducted to quantify the adjusted correlations between the modeled variables and to assess the centrality indices (i.e., the degree of connection with other symptoms in the network and the importance in the system modeled as a network. This model showed several local associations between the variables. Multiple positive correlations between PPTs were observed, being the strongest weight between PPTs over the knee and tibialis anterior (ρ: 0.28). Catastrophism was associated with higher hypervigilance (ρ: 0.23) and lower health-related EuroQol-5D (ρ: −0.24). The most central variables were PPT over the tibialis anterior (the highest strength centrality), hand grip (the highest harmonic centrality) and Time Up and Go (the highest betweenness centrality). This study, applying network analysis to understand the complex mechanisms of women with FMS, supports a model where sensory-related, psychological/cognitive, health-related, and physical variables are connected. Implications of the current findings, e.g., developing treatments targeting these mechanisms, are discussed.
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- Juan Antonio Valera-Calero
- VALTRADOFI Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, 28692 Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain; (J.A.V.-C.); (U.V.)
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, 28692 Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain
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- Center for Neuroplasticity and Pain (CNAP), Sanse-Motorisk Interaktion (SMI), Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, 9220 Aalborg, Denmark;
- Department of Medical Gastroenterology, Mech-Sense, Aalborg University Hospital, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, 28922 Alcorcon, Spain
- Correspondence:
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- VALTRADOFI Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, 28692 Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain; (J.A.V.-C.); (U.V.)
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Sochodolak RC, Schamne JC, Ressetti JC, Costa BM, Antunes EL, Okuno NM. A comparative study of heart rate variability and physical fitness in women with moderate and severe fibromyalgia. J Exerc Rehabil 2022; 18:133-140. [PMID: 35582683 PMCID: PMC9081406 DOI: 10.12965/jer.2244070.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to compare the physical fitness and cardiac autonomic activity among women with moderate and severe fibromyalgia (FM) and healthy women. This study included 35 women with FM (age: 46.2±8.9 years) and 17 healthy women (age: 44.3±9.9 years). Participants with FM were divided into moderate FM (n=15) and severe FM (n=20) according to the total score obtained in FM impact questionnaire. The heart rate variability was monitored using a portable cardiac monitor with participants resting in supine position during 10 min. Thereafter, the participants performed the chair sit and reach test, the chair stand test, and the 6-min walk test to measure the lower-body flexibility, lower-body muscle strength, and cardiorespiratory fitness, respectively. The lower-body muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness were both reduced in moderate and severe FM compared to healthy women (P<0.01), with greater reduction in severe FM when compared to moderate FM (P<0.05). In addition, the parasympathetic indexes of heart rate variability were all similarly decreased in both moderate and severe FM, when compared to healthy women (P<0.05). The cardiac parasympathetic activity is similarly decreased in women with both moderate and severe FM in comparison to healthy women, despite a greater physical deconditioning in severe FM.
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- Rafael Carlos Sochodolak
- Corresponding author: Rafael Carlos Sochodolak, Department of Physical Education, State University of Ponta Grossa, Ponta Grossa 84030-900, Brazil,
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Carrasco-Vega E, Ruiz-Muñoz M, Cuesta-Vargas A, Romero-Galisteo RP, González-Sánchez M. Individuals with fibromyalgia have a different gait pattern and a reduced walk functional capacity: a systematic review with meta-analysis. PeerJ 2022; 10:e12908. [PMID: 35341042 PMCID: PMC8944336 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.12908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Background The aim of the present study was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing walking test performance and gait pattern between individuals with and without fibromyalgia (FM). Methodology This systematic review was registered in PROSPERO with the following reference: CRD42018116200.The search for the scientific articles in this systematic review was carried out using the MEDLINE, SCOPUS, PEDRO, CINHAL and WEB OF SCIENCE databases. A combination of three conceptual groups of terms was used: (1) fibromyalgia; (2) walk (performance) tests; and (3) gait analysis. The included articles were analyzed for both functional and pattern of walking data of patients with FM. In order to provide a better estimate of the difference between individuals with and without FM on gait, a meta-analysis was performed on the 6MWT (6-minute walk test). Results Thirty-six studies were analyzed, with a total population of 4.078 participants (3.369 FM and 709 individuals without FM). From a functional point of view, the 6MWT distance covered by the group of individuals without FM was significantly greater than that of the individuals with FM in all the analyzed studies. In addition, when comparing the results obtained in the gait pattern analysis, it was observed that individuals with FM walked slower, with a shorter stride length and lower cadence compare to individuals without FM. Conclusions It is possible to affirm that individuals with FM perform walking tests differently than individuals without FM. It was observed that individuals with FM walk performing a cycle of shorter length and lower frequency, producing a slower gait, which results in a shorter distance traveled, in the same period of time, with respect to healthy subjects.
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- Elio Carrasco-Vega
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad de Málaga, Malaga, Spain
- Institute of Biomedicine of Málaga (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
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- Institute of Biomedicine of Málaga (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, Faculty of Health Sciences,, Universidad de Málaga, Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad de Málaga, Malaga, Spain
- Institute of Biomedicine of Málaga (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
- School of Clinical Science, Faculty of Health Science,, Queensland University Technology, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad de Málaga, Malaga, Spain
- Institute of Biomedicine of Málaga (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad de Málaga, Malaga, Spain
- Institute of Biomedicine of Málaga (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
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Effects of 6-Month Square Stepping Exercise Intervention on Physical and Cognitive Competence, Regucalcin, and Body Composition in Older People: Study Protocol for a Randomised Control Trial. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19053086. [PMID: 35270778 PMCID: PMC8910098 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19053086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background: Age-related changes negatively affect physical fitness, body composition, and executive function and produce a decrease in regucalcin level expression in blood. The square-stepping exercise (SSE) is a balance and lower-limb strength training programme used to prevent falls and stimulate cognitive function in older adults. This project aims to analyse the effects of SSE on executive function, regucalcin expression, fall prevention, body composition, and physical fitness in people over 65 years old. Methods: A randomized controlled trial will be conducted. A total of 90 older people over 65 years old will be recruited and randomly assigned to 2 groups: experimental (n = 45) and control (n = 45). The experimental group will perform an SSE-based intervention for 6 months (2 times per week), while the control group do not follow any treatment. Results: The main outcome will be balance, but other motor (body mass index, upper- and lower-limb strength, flexibility, and speed-agility) and cognitive variables (executive functions and attention) will be assessed. The expression of regucalcin levels will also be evaluated. Therefore, this project aims to analyse the effect of a 6-month SSE intervention on cognitive and motor competence, physical fitness, regucalcin levels, fall risk, and body composition in older people. If the intervention proves to be effective, it could be implemented in centres, entities, and associations specialized in elderly care.
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Cigarán-Méndez M, Úbeda-D'Ocasar E, Arias-Buría JL, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Gallego-Sendarrubias GM, Valera-Calero JA. The hand grip force test as a measure of physical function in women with fibromyalgia. Sci Rep 2022; 12:3414. [PMID: 35233066 PMCID: PMC8888740 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-07480-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Previous studies have reported the presence of muscle weakness in women with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) which is considered a risk factor for developing earlier disability and dependence during activities of daily life (ADL). We aimed to assess the relationship between hand grip force with sociodemographic, clinical, disease-specific, cognitive, and physical function variables in women with FMS. One hundred twenty-six women with FMS completed demographic (age, gender, height, weight, body mass index), pain-related (pain history, pain intensity at rest and during ADL), disease-specific severity (Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire -FIQ-S-, Fibromyalgia Health Assessment Questionnaire -FHAQ-, EuroQol-5D, Pain Catastrophizing Scale -PCS-, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index-PSQI-, Pain Vigilance and Awareness Questionnaire -PVAQ-, and Central Sensitization Inventory -CSI-), psychological (Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, TKS-11; Pain Vigilance and Awareness Questionnaire, PVAQ; Pain Catastrophizing Scale, PCS), and physical function (hand grip force, and Timed Up and Go Test, TUG). Hand grip force was associated with height (r = −0.273), BMI (r = 0.265), worst pain at rest (r = −0.228), pain during ADL (r = −0.244), TUG (r = −0.406), FHAQ (r = −0.386), EuroQol-5D (r = 0.353), CSI (r = −0.321) and PSQI (r = −0.250). The stepwise regression analysis revealed that 34.4% of hand grip force was explained by weight (6.4%), TUG (22.2%), and FHAQ (5.8%) variables. This study found that hand grip force is associated with physical function indicators, but not with fear-avoidance behaviors nor pain-related features of FMS. Hand grip force could be considered as an easy tool for identifying the risk of fall and poorer physical health status.
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Calle Castillo de Alarcón 49, 28692, Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Calle Castillo de Alarcón 49, 28692, Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Calle Castillo de Alarcón 49, 28692, Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain. .,VALTRADOFI Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain.
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Luque-Reca O, Soriano-Maldonado A, Gavilán-Carrera B, Acosta-Manzano P, Ariza-Vega P, Del Paso GAR, Álvarez-Gallardo IC, Estévez-López F. Longitudinal associations of physical fitness and affect with depression, anxiety and life satisfaction in adult women with fibromyalgia. Qual Life Res 2022; 31:2047-2058. [PMID: 35098387 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-021-03058-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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PURPOSE This study analysed the longitudinal associations of physical fitness and affect with depression, anxiety and life satisfaction at 2- and 5-year follow-up. METHODS In 312 adult women with fibromyalgia, physical fitness was measured by performance-based tests and affect, depression, anxiety and life satisfaction were self-reported using the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS), Beck Depression Inventory-second edition (BDI-II), State Trait Anxiety Inventory-I (STAI) and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), respectively. We conducted sequential linear regression analyses adjusted for baseline levels of depression, anxiety, life satisfaction, age, body fat percentage and education. RESULTS At the 2-year follow-up, all the associations under study were significant. At the 5-year follow-up, a number of associations remained significant. First, lowering negative affect was independently associated with lower depression, anxiety and higher life satisfaction (β's from 0.14 to 0.31). Second, favourable changes in positive affect were independently associated with lower anxiety (β = 0.21) and higher life satisfaction (β = 0.28). Third, enhancing physical fitness was related to higher life satisfaction (β = 0.16). CONCLUSION Reductions in negative affect were associated with more favourable depression, anxiety and life satisfaction at the 2- and 5-year follow-up. Improvements in positive affect were associated with more favourable anxiety and life satisfaction and enhancements in physical fitness were associated with higher life satisfaction. If corroborated in clinical-experimental research, these findings may guide the development of interventions that are tailored to the levels of physical fitness, affect and the outcome of interest (i.e. depression, anxiety or life satisfaction) in women with fibromyalgia.
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- Department of Education, Faculty of Education Sciences and SPORT Research Group (CTS-1024), CERNEP Research Center, University of Almería, Almería, Spain.
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- Physical Activity for Health Promotion Research Group (PA-HELP), Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences and Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), Granada, Spain.,Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education Sciences and Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cádiz (INiBICA) Research Unit, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain
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- Physical Activity for Health Promotion Research Group (PA-HELP), Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences and Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), Granada, Spain
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- Occupational Therapy Division, Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education Sciences and Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cádiz (INiBICA) Research Unit, University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Does the Addition of Pain Neurophysiology Education to a Therapeutic Exercise Program Improve Physical Function in Women with Fibromyalgia Syndrome? Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10112518. [PMID: 34200137 PMCID: PMC8201111 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10112518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2021] [Revised: 06/01/2021] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Therapeutic exercise (TE) is one of the most investigated approaches for the management of FMS. Pain neurophysiology education (PNE) helps toward understanding the pain condition, leading to maladaptive pain cognitions and coping strategies in patients with chronic pain. Our study aimed to assess the effects of therapeutic exercise and pain neurophysiology education versus TE in isolation on fatigue, sleep disturbances, and physical function in the short term and at three months of follow-up in women with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). A single-blind randomized controlled trial was carried out. A total of 32 women with FMS referred from medical doctors and fibromyalgia association were randomized in 2 groups: PNE + TE group or TE group. Fatigue and sleep disturbances (Visual Analog Score) and physical function (Senior Fitness Test) were assessed before, after intervention, and at three months of follow-up. Significant improvements were achieved in the Timed Up and Go test (p = 0.042) and Arm Curl test (p = 0.043) after intervention and on handgrip in the non-dominant side at three months of follow-up (p = 0.036) on the PNE + TE group. No between-groups differences were found for fatigue, sleep disturbances, and the rest of test included in the Senior Fitness Test. In conclusion, these results suggest that PNE + TE appears to be more effective than TE in isolation for the improvement of physical function (Timed Up and Go test and Arm Curl test) in women with FMS in the short term.
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Sedentary Time Accumulated in Bouts is Positively Associated with Disease Severity in Fibromyalgia: The Al-Ándalus Project. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9030733. [PMID: 32182753 PMCID: PMC7141225 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9030733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2020] [Revised: 02/21/2020] [Accepted: 03/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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To examine the associations of prolonged sedentary time (ST) with disease severity in women with fibromyalgia, and to analyse the combined association of total ST and prolonged ST with the disease severity in this population. Women (n = 451; 51.3 ± 7.6 years old) with fibromyalgia participated. Sedentary time and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) were measured using triaxial accelerometry and ST was processed into 30- and 60-min bouts. Dimensions of fibromyalgia (function, overall, symptoms) and the overall disease impact were assessed with the Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQR). Body fat percentage was assessed using a bio-impedance analyser, and physical fitness was assessed with the Senior Fitness Tests Battery. Greater percentage of ST in 30-min bouts and 60-min bouts were associated with worse function, overall, symptoms and the overall impact of the disease (all, P < 0.05). Overall, these associations were statistically significant when additionally controlling for MVPA and overall physical fitness. Participants with low levels of total ST and prolonged ST (>60-min bouts) presented lower overall impact compared to participants with high levels of total ST and prolonged ST (mean difference = 6.56; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.83 to 11.29, P = 0.002). Greater percentage of ST accumulated in 30- and 60-min bouts and a combination of high levels of total and prolonged ST are related to worse disease severity. Although unable to conclude on causality, results suggest it might be advisable to motivate women with fibromyalgia to break prolonged ST and reduce their total daily ST.
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Cruz-Fernández M, Achalandabaso-Ochoa A, Gallart-Aragón T, Artacho-Cordón F, Cabrerizo-Fernández MJ, Pacce-Bedetti N, Cantarero-Villanueva I. Quantity and quality of muscle in patients recently diagnosed with colorectal cancer: a comparison with cancer-free controls. Support Care Cancer 2020; 28:4745-4752. [PMID: 31970516 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-020-05314-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2019] [Accepted: 01/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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This cross-sectional study compares the muscle mass, core strength and physical fragility of patients recently diagnosed with colorectal cancer (pRD-CRC) with those of healthy subjects and identifies variables to be considered when designing pre-treatment physical interventions for such patients. Body composition, anthropometric variables, the muscle architecture of the lumbopelvic region, physical fitness and frailty were assessed in 32 pRD-CRC and 29 healthy control subjects. The patients showed a reduction in muscle mass (F = 10.059; P = 0.003), in the width of the lumbar multifidus (F = 21.869; P < 0.001), in the transverse abdominal muscle (U = 323.00; P = 0.042) and in the abdominal strength resistance (F = 12.264; P = 0.001). They were also frailer (P = 0.002) than the controls. These results suggest that pRD-CRC are affected by reduced strength and myopenia, leading to frailty. The early incorporation of these patients into strength-enhancing programs may be advisable.
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- Mayra Cruz-Fernández
- "Cuídate" Support Unit for Oncology Patients (UAPO), Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Unit of Mammary Pathology, General Surgery Services, "Campus de la Salud" Hospital, Granada, Spain
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- "Cuídate" Support Unit for Oncology Patients (UAPO), Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Department of Radiology and Physical Medicine, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Biohealth Research Institute in Granada (ibs.GRANADA), University Hospital Complex of Granada, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- "Cuídate" Support Unit for Oncology Patients (UAPO), Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.
- Biohealth Research Institute in Granada (ibs.GRANADA), University Hospital Complex of Granada, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.
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Carlos-Vivas J, Pérez-Gómez J, Delgado-Gil S, Campos-López JC, Granado-Sánchez M, Rojo-Ramos J, Muñoz-Bermejo L, Barrios-Fernandez S, Mendoza-Muñoz M, Prado-Solano A, Garcia-Gordillo MÁ, Adsuar JC. Cost-Effectiveness of "Tele-Square Step Exercise" for Falls Prevention in Fibromyalgia Patients: A Study Protocol. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17030695. [PMID: 31973115 PMCID: PMC7037096 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17030695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2019] [Revised: 01/13/2020] [Accepted: 01/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Background: Women with fibromyalgia (FM) have 2.5 falls per year compared to the 0.5 falls in people without FM. This fact poses a significant health expense. Square Stepping Exercise (SSE) is a balance training system that has been shown to be effective in preventing falls in the elderly. However, there are neither studies in people with FM nor studies that apply SSE through video-conferencing (Tele-SSE). The objectives of this project are 1) to investigate the applicability, safety, decrease in the number of falls, and incremental cost-effectiveness ratio of prevention of falls program through Tele-SSE in women with FM, and 2) to study the transfer of obtained results to the public and private socio-health economy of Extremadura. Methods/Design: A randomized controlled trial with experimental (Tele-SSE) and control (usual treatment) groups will be carried out. The application of Tele-SSE will be performed for 12 months (three times per week) and one additional follow-up month after the intervention. A focus group including agents to identify key points to transfer the findings to the public and private sectors in Extremadura. One-hundred and eighteen women with FM will be recruited and randomly distributed into the two groups: Experimental (Tele-SSE; n = 59) and control group (Usual care; n = 59). Primary outcome measures will be: 1) Applicability; 2) safety; 3) annual number of falls; and 4) incremental cost-effectiveness ratio. Secondary outcomes will be: 1) Balance; 2) fear of falling; 3) socio-demographic and clinical information; 4) body composition; 5) physical fitness; 6) physical activity and sedentary behavior; 7) quality of life-related to health, mental health, and positive health; 8) pain; 9) disability level; 10) cognitive aspects; and 11) depressive symptoms. Regarding the focus group, the acceptability of the Tele-SSE will be evaluated in social-sanitary agents and will include Tele-SSE in their services offer. A statistical analysis will be carried out by treatment intention and protocol. In addition, a cost-effectiveness analysis from the perspective of the health system will be performed. Discussion: This project aims to improve the efficiency and equity of physical therapy services based on tele-exercise in preventing falls in people with FM. Furthermore, orientations will be given in order to transfer the obtained findings into the social-sanitary system and market.
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- Jorge Carlos-Vivas
- Health, Economy, Motricity and Education Research Group (HEME), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (A.P.-S.); (J.C.A.)
- Correspondence: (J.C.-V.); (J. P.-G.)
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- Health, Economy, Motricity and Education Research Group (HEME), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (A.P.-S.); (J.C.A.)
- Correspondence: (J.C.-V.); (J. P.-G.)
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- Social Impact and Innovation in Health (InHEALTH), University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (S.D.-G.); (J.C.C.-L.); (M.G.-S.); (J.R.-R.); (L.M.-B.); (S.B.-F.)
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- Social Impact and Innovation in Health (InHEALTH), University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (S.D.-G.); (J.C.C.-L.); (M.G.-S.); (J.R.-R.); (L.M.-B.); (S.B.-F.)
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- Social Impact and Innovation in Health (InHEALTH), University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (S.D.-G.); (J.C.C.-L.); (M.G.-S.); (J.R.-R.); (L.M.-B.); (S.B.-F.)
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- Social Impact and Innovation in Health (InHEALTH), University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (S.D.-G.); (J.C.C.-L.); (M.G.-S.); (J.R.-R.); (L.M.-B.); (S.B.-F.)
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- Social Impact and Innovation in Health (InHEALTH), University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (S.D.-G.); (J.C.C.-L.); (M.G.-S.); (J.R.-R.); (L.M.-B.); (S.B.-F.)
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- Social Impact and Innovation in Health (InHEALTH), University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (S.D.-G.); (J.C.C.-L.); (M.G.-S.); (J.R.-R.); (L.M.-B.); (S.B.-F.)
- Department of Terapéutica Médico-Quirúgica, Faculty of Nursing and Occupational Therapy, University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain
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- Health, Economy, Motricity and Education Research Group (HEME), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (A.P.-S.); (J.C.A.)
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- Health, Economy, Motricity and Education Research Group (HEME), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (A.P.-S.); (J.C.A.)
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- Health, Economy, Motricity and Education Research Group (HEME), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Cáceres 10003, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (A.P.-S.); (J.C.A.)
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Villafaina S, Borrega-Mouquinho Y, Fuentes-García JP, Collado-Mateo D, Gusi N. Effect of Exergame Training and Detraining on Lower-Body Strength, Agility, and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Women with Fibromyalgia: Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 17:ijerph17010161. [PMID: 31878319 PMCID: PMC6981878 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17010161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2019] [Revised: 12/20/2019] [Accepted: 12/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of a 24 week exergame intervention and 24 weeks of detraining on lower-limb strength, agility, and cardiorespiratory fitness in women with fibromyalgia (FM). It was performed as a single-blinded randomized controlled trial of 55 women with FM. University facilities were used. The 24 week exergame intervention was focused on mobility, postural control, upper- and lower-limb coordination, aerobic fitness, and strength. Participants performed 120 min of exergaming per week, which was divided into two sessions. Twenty-four weeks after the end of the intervention, participants were re-evaluated. A chair–stand test, 10 step stair test, and six-minute walk test were conducted to assess lower-body strength, agility, and cardiorespiratory fitness, respectively. The exergame intervention significantly improved lower-limb strength and cardiorespiratory fitness. However, no significant effects on agility were observed. After the detraining period, lower-limb strength and agility returned to their baseline level, but improvements in cardiorespiratory fitness were sustained over time. Exergaming was therefore shown to be beneficial for physical fitness in people with FM. However, exergames had to be played regularly to maintain the benefits. This long-term intervention (24 weeks) may have changed the lifestyle of women with FM, which could explain why cardiorespiratory fitness improvements remained after the detraining period. Future research should focus on lifestyle changes after long-term interventions.
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- Santos Villafaina
- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Avda: Universidad S/N, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (S.V.); (Y.B.-M.); (N.G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Avda: Universidad S/N, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (S.V.); (Y.B.-M.); (N.G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Avda: Universidad S/N, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (S.V.); (Y.B.-M.); (N.G.)
- Correspondence:
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- Centre for Sport Studies, Rey Juan Carlos University, 28943 Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain;
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- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Avda: Universidad S/N, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (S.V.); (Y.B.-M.); (N.G.)
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Leon-Llamas JL, Villafaina S, Murillo-Garcia A, Collado-Mateo D, Domínguez-Muñoz FJ, Sánchez-Gómez J, Gusi N. Strength Assessment Under Dual Task Conditions in Women with Fibromyalgia: A Test-Retest Reliability Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:ijerph16244971. [PMID: 31817817 PMCID: PMC6950610 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16244971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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The present study aimed to: (1) analyze the test-retest reliability of the 30 s chair stand test and the 30 s arm curl test under dual-task conditions; (2) analyze the test-retest reliability of a new variable which assesses the total performance (cognitive + physical) in both tests. A total of 37 women with fibromyalgia participated in the study. Participants completed the 30 s arm curl test and 30 s chair stand test in both simple and dual-task conditions. These tests were repeated after seven days. In the 30 s chair stand dual-task test the reliability was low to good whereas that of the total performance variable was low to moderate. The reliability in both the 30 s arm curl dual-task test and the total performance variable were good to moderate. Both the 30 s chair stand test and 30 s arm curl test under dual-task conditions and the total performance variables had good test-retest reliability. However, it is necessary to consider the fluctuations of the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC).
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- Juan Luis Leon-Llamas
- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
- Correspondence: (S.V.); (A.M.-G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
- Correspondence: (S.V.); (A.M.-G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
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Gavilán-Carrera B, Acosta-Manzano P, Soriano-Maldonado A, Borges-Cosic M, Aparicio VA, Delgado-Fernández M, Segura-Jiménez V. Sedentary Time, Physical Activity, and Sleep Duration: Associations with Body Composition in Fibromyalgia. The Al-Andalus Project. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8081260. [PMID: 31434259 PMCID: PMC6722714 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8081260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2019] [Revised: 08/14/2019] [Accepted: 08/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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To explore the individual–independent relationships of sedentary time (ST) and physical activity (PA) (light and moderate-to-vigorous intensity (MVPA)), with sleep duration and body composition (waist circumference, body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, and muscle mass index) in women with fibromyalgia, and to determine whether these associations are independent of physical fitness. This cross-sectional study involved 385 women with fibromyalgia. ST and PA were assessed by triaxial accelerometry, sleep duration was self-reported. Waist circumference was measured using an anthropometric tape, and body weight, body fat percentage, and muscle mass were estimated using a bio-impedance analyzer. In individual regression models, ST and sleep were directly associated with waist circumference, BMI, and body fat percentage (β between 0.10 and 0.25; all p < 0.05). Light PA and MVPA were inversely associated with waist circumference, BMI, and body fat percentage (β between −0.23 and −0.12; all p < 0.05). In multiple linear regression models, ST (β between 0.17 and 0.23), light PA (β between −0.16 and −0.21), and sleep duration (β between 0.11 and 0.14) were independently associated with waist circumference, BMI, and body fat percentage (all p < 0.05). MVPA was associated with waist circumference independent of light physical activity (LPA) and sleep duration (β = −0.11; p < 0.05). Except for MVPA, these associations were independent of physical fitness. These results suggest that longer ST and sleep duration, and lower PA levels (especially light intensity PA), are independently associated with greater adiposity, but not muscle mass, in women with fibromyalgia. These associations are, overall, independent of physical fitness.
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- Blanca Gavilán-Carrera
- PA-HELP "Physical Activity for Health Promotion, CTS-1018" Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain.
- Sport and Health University Research Institute, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain.
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- PA-HELP "Physical Activity for Health Promotion, CTS-1018" Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain.
- Sport and Health University Research Institute, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain.
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- SPORT Research Group (CTS-1024), CERNEP Research Center, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
- Department of Education, Faculty of Education Sciences, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- PA-HELP "Physical Activity for Health Promotion, CTS-1018" Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain
- Sport and Health University Research Institute, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Pharmacy and Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain
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- PA-HELP "Physical Activity for Health Promotion, CTS-1018" Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain
- Sport and Health University Research Institute, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education Sciences, University of Cádiz, 11519 Cádiz, Spain
- Biomedical Research and Innovation Institute of Cádiz (INiBICA) Research Unit, Puerta del Mar University Hospital University of Cádiz, 11009 Cádiz, Spain
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Reliability of the 30 s Chair Stand Test in Women with Fibromyalgia. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:ijerph16132344. [PMID: 31269771 PMCID: PMC6651208 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16132344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2019] [Revised: 06/27/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2019] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Background: The 30 s chair stand test is often used to evaluate physical fitness in chronic pain populations. In patients with fibromyalgia, physical fitness is closely related to pain, quality of life, and fear of falling. However, the reliability of this test has only been evaluated concerning the number of repetitions. Objective: To evaluate the test–retest reliability of the 30 s chair stand test in women with fibromyalgia (n = 30), using data from the contact and non-contact time registered with an automatic chronometer (chronojump). Methods: Participants carried out the 30 s chair stand test twice with five minutes as a rest period, while an automatic chronometer recorded the time elapsed in contact with the chair (impulse phase) and not in contact (non-contact phase). Number and fear of falls in the last year and in the last six weeks were also recorded. Results: The reliability of duration of both phases was good. A relationship between these results and the number and fear of falling was also found. Conclusion: The analysis of movement phases in the 30 s chair stand test showed a good reliability in females with fibromyalgia, providing further useful information about the onset of muscle fatigue during the test.
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Villafaina S, Collado-Mateo D, Domínguez-Muñoz FJ, Fuentes-García JP, Gusi N. Impact of adding a cognitive task while performing physical fitness tests in women with fibromyalgia: A cross-sectional descriptive study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018; 97:e13791. [PMID: 30572536 PMCID: PMC6319791 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000013791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Fibromyalgia symptoms cause a significant reduction in the ability to perform daily life activities. These activities often require the ability to perform more than 1 task at the same time.The aim was to investigate how the addition of a cognitive task modifies the performance in physical fitness tests in fibromyalgia and healthy controls.A total of 61 women participated in this study, 31 of them diagnosed with fibromyalgia by a rheumatologist. They performed 3 physical fitness tests (arm curl, handgrip, and 10-steps stair tests) in 2 conditions:The dual task cost was calculated as the difference between the performances in the regular and dual-task (DT) conditions.Healthy controls obtained significantly better results than fibromyalgia in both, dual and single-task conditions. Women with fibromyalgia significantly decreased the performance in the 10-steps stair test when a cognitive task was added. Between-group differences in the dual-task costs (DTC) were not found.Women with fibromyalgia showed lower physical performance than healthy controls in both, single and dual task conditions. In addition, differences between single and dual task conditions were observed in the 10-steps stair test in women with fibromyalgia. This could be related with a reduction in the ability to perform daily life activities. However, results regarding DTC indicate that both groups may be similarly influenced by the addition of a secondary cognitive. Thus, further research with different difficulty levels of DT conditions is needed in fibromyalgia.
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- Santos Villafaina
- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Extremadura, Spain
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- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Extremadura, Spain
- Facultad de Educación, Universidad Autónoma de Chile, Talca, Chile
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- Faculty of Sport Science, University of Extremadura, Extremadura, Spain
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Foley MP, Hasson SM, Kendall E. Effects of a Translational Community-Based Multimodal Exercise Program on Quality of Life and the Influence of Start Delay on Physical Function and Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Pilot Study. Integr Cancer Ther 2018; 17:337-349. [PMID: 28929821 PMCID: PMC6041921 DOI: 10.1177/1534735417731514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2017] [Revised: 07/06/2017] [Accepted: 08/12/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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The purpose of this investigation was 2-fold: (1) to investigate the effects of a translational 12-week community-based multimodal exercise program on quality of life (QoL) in breast cancer survivors (BCS) and (2) to examine the influence of a start delay on physical function and QoL in BCS. Fifty-two female BCS completed a 12-week program consisting of 90-minute supervised exercise sessions at a frequency of 2 supervised sessions per week. Exercise sessions consisted of three 30-minute components: (1) aerobic conditioning, (2) resistance exercise training, and (3) balance and flexibility training. Significant ( P < .05) improvements in QoL were identified post-program completion. Cohort stratification comparison between the early start (<1 year since completion of oncologic treatment) and late start (>1 year since completion of oncologic treatment) revealed no significant ( P > .05) differences between the early start and late start groups on improvements in physical function. Regarding the influence of start delay on QoL, the early start group showed significant ( P < .05) improvement in emotional well-being. No other significant differences in improvement in QoL were detected between the early start and late start groups. Regardless of start delay, meaningful improvements in physical function and QoL were found after completing the community-based multimodal exercise program. Early participation in community-based exercise programming may benefit BCS' emotional well-being compared to later participation.
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Segura-Jiménez V, Soriano-Maldonado A, Estévez-López F, Álvarez-Gallardo IC, Delgado-Fernández M, Ruiz JR, Aparicio VA. Independent and joint associations of physical activity and fitness with fibromyalgia symptoms and severity: The al-Ándalus project. J Sports Sci 2016; 35:1565-1574. [PMID: 27618648 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2016.1225971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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We examined independent and joint associations of objectively measured physical activity (PA) and physical fitness (PF) with pain, fatigue and the overall impact of fibromyalgia in 386 fibromyalgia women aged 51.2 ± 7.6 years. Levels of PA (light, moderate and vigorous) and PF were measured with triaxial accelerometry and the Senior Fitness Test, respectively. We used the Short-Form health survey-36 pain sub-scale and the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory to assess pain and multiple dimensions of fatigue, respectively. The impact of fibromyalgia was studied with the Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQR). Both, total PA and global PF were independently associated with pain pressure threshold, SF-36 pain, reduced activity, reduced motivation and FIQR total score (all, P ≤ 0.027). The associations between total PA and symptoms were weaker than those observed between global PF and symptoms. Overall, unfit patients with low PA showed a worse profile that fit patients with high PA (all, P ≤ 0.001). In summary, PA and PF are independently associated with pain, fatigue and the overall impact of fibromyalgia in women. Although PF presented greater associations with symptoms, the results suggest that both being physically active and keep adequate fitness levels might be convenient for fibromyalgia women.
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- Víctor Segura-Jiménez
- a Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education Sciences , University of Cádiz , Cádiz , Spain.,b Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences , University of Granada , Granada , Spain
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- b Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences , University of Granada , Granada , Spain.,c Department of Education, Faculty of Education Science , University of Almería , Almería , Spain
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- b Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences , University of Granada , Granada , Spain.,d Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences , Utrecht University , Utrecht , The Netherlands
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- b Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences , University of Granada , Granada , Spain
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- e PROFITH "PROmoting FITness and Health through physical activity" Research Group, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Department of Physical Education and Sport , University of Granada , Granada , Spain
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- f Department of Physiology, Faculty of Pharmacy , University of Granada , Granada , Spain
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Foley MP, Hasson SM. Effects of a Community-Based Multimodal Exercise Program on Health-Related Physical Fitness and Physical Function in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Pilot Study. Integr Cancer Ther 2016; 15:446-454. [PMID: 27151593 PMCID: PMC5739165 DOI: 10.1177/1534735416639716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2015] [Revised: 02/09/2016] [Accepted: 02/26/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Purpose. Breast cancer and oncological treatment can result in significant acute and late localized and systemic negative effects on health-related physical fitness and physical function. The aim of this single-arm study was to examine the effects of a 12-week community-based multimodal exercise program on health-related physical fitness and physical function in breast cancer survivors. Methods. A total of 52 female breast cancer survivors (mean age = 59.7 ± 10.4 years) completed supervised exercise training consisting of (1) aerobic conditioning, (2) resistance training, and (3) balance and flexibility training, for 30 minutes each, totaling 90 minutes twice weekly for 12 weeks. Pretreatment and posttreatment outcome measures—mobility: (1) Timed Up and Go (TUG) and (2) 6-minute walk test (6MWT); muscular strength: (3) leg press strength and (4) chest press strength; upper-extremity flexibility: (5) back scratch test; and balance: (6) functional reach (FR) and (7) single-leg stance time—were assessed and compared. Results. Postintervention assessment measures given as percentage improvement and effect size (ES) for mobility, TUG (18%, 0.59), and 6MWT (14%, 0.74) were significantly (P < .001) improved. Outcome measures of muscular strength, leg press strength (32%, 0.58) and chest press strength (40%, 0.61), both significantly (P < .001) improved. Postintervention assessment measure of upper-extremity flexibility (42%, 0.41) showed significant (P < .001) improvements. Outcome measures for balance, FR (18%, 0.75) and single leg stance time (24%, 0.30), showed significant (P < .001) improvements. Conclusions. Outcome measures showed moderate to large ES improvements after participants completed the 12-week multimodal exercise program for breast cancer survivors.
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Reliability of heart period and systolic arterial pressure variabilities in women with fibromyalgia syndrome. Clin Rheumatol 2016; 35:2347-52. [PMID: 27094947 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-016-3284-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2015] [Revised: 04/09/2016] [Accepted: 04/14/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The aim of this study is to define absolute and relative reliability of spectral indices of cardiovascular autonomic control in the supine position in women with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). Twenty-three women with FMS (age 48 ± 7 years) took part in the study. ECG, finger blood pressure, and respiration were continuously recorded in all participants at rest in baseline 1 (BL1) and after 15 days from BL1 (BL2). The power spectrum analysis provided two oscillatory components: low frequency (LF, 0.04-0.15 Hz) and high frequency (HF, 0.15-0.4 Hz) from the heart period (HP) variability and the LF oscillatory component from SAP variability (LFSAP). Absolute and relative reliability were rated by 95 % of the limit of random variation and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), respectively. No significant differences were observed between BL1 and BL2 for the spectral indices of HP and SAP variabilities. The 95 % limit of the random variation of these indices indicated that the values of repeated measurements were between 22 % higher and 0.2 % lower (more reliable parameter; average of HP variability) and 912.9 % higher and 0.2 % lower (less reliable parameter; LFSAP) than BL1. Conversely, the index of relative reliability (ICC) ranged from 0.23 to 0.70 indicating a good reliability. The spectral indices of cardiovascular autonomic control in women with FMS seem to present good relative reliability. Therefore, these indices can be useful as parameters to quantify if a variation was consistent and accurate in the retest besides adding crucial information for clinical research and clinical evaluation of FMS patients.
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Córdoba-Torrecilla S, Aparicio VA, Soriano-Maldonado A, Estévez-López F, Segura-Jiménez V, Álvarez-Gallardo I, Femia P, Delgado-Fernández M. Physical fitness is associated with anxiety levels in women with fibromyalgia: the al-Ándalus project. Qual Life Res 2015; 25:1053-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s11136-015-1128-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/17/2015] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Latorre Román PÁ, Santos E Campos MA, García-Pinillos F. Effects of functional training on pain, leg strength, and balance in women with fibromyalgia. Mod Rheumatol 2015; 25:943-7. [PMID: 25867230 DOI: 10.3109/14397595.2015.1040614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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AIM The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of 18-week functional training (FT) program consisting in two sessions a week of in-water exercise and one of on-land exercise on pain, strength, and balance in women with fibromyalgia. METHODS A sample consisting of 36 fibromyalgia patients was included in the study. The patients were allocated randomly into the experimental group (EG, n = 20), and control group (CG, n = 16). Standardized field-based fitness tests were used to assess muscle strength (30-s chair stand and handgrip strength) and agility/dynamic balance and static balance. Fibromyalgia impact and pain were analyzed by Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ), tender points (TPs), visual analog scale (VAS). RESULTS We observed a significant reduction in the FIQ (p = 0.042), the algometer scale of TP (p = 0.008), TP (p < 0.001), and VAS (p < 0.001) in the EG. The EG shows better results in leg strength (p < 0.001), handgrip strength (p = 0.025), agility/dynamic balance (p = 0.032) and balance (p = 0.006). CONCLUSIONS An 18-week intervention consisting in two sessions of in-water exercise and one session of on-land exercise of FT reduces pain and improves functional capacity in FM patients. These results suggested that FT could play an important role in maintaining an independent lifestyle in patients with FM.
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Ageing influence in the evolution of strength and muscle mass in women with fibromyalgia: the al-Ándalus project. Rheumatol Int 2015; 35:1243-50. [DOI: 10.1007/s00296-015-3213-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2014] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Estévez-López F, Gray CM, Segura-Jiménez V, Soriano-Maldonado A, Álvarez-Gallardo IC, Arrayás-Grajera MJ, Carbonell-Baeza A, Aparicio VA, Delgado-Fernández M, Pulido-Martos M. Independent and combined association of overall physical fitness and subjective well-being with fibromyalgia severity: the al-Ándalus project. Qual Life Res 2015; 24:1865-73. [PMID: 25596699 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-015-0917-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/06/2015] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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PURPOSE The present study aimed: (1) to test the associations of overall physical fitness and subjective well-being with fibromyalgia severity and (2) to determine whether the combination of overall physical fitness and subjective well-being is associated with fibromyalgia severity among adult women patients. METHODS This cross-sectional study included 424 participants from Andalusia, southern Spain. Overall physical fitness and the components of subjective well-being (positive affect, negative affect and cognitive well-being), and fibromyalgia severity were assessed using the Functional Senior Physical Fitness Test Battery, the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule, the Satisfaction With Life Scale, and the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, respectively. RESULTS Overall physical fitness (β = -.23), positive affect (β = -.18), negative affect (β = .26), and cognitive well-being (β = -.18) were all associated with fibromyalgia severity. The patients with the highest overall physical fitness and increased subjective well-being reported ~15 % lower fibromyalgia severity than those with the lowest fitness and poorest subjective well-being (Cohen's d > 1.0). CONCLUSION Our results suggest that higher levels of overall physical fitness and subjective well-being are independently associated with lower fibromyalgia severity. Moreover, patients with higher overall physical fitness and increased subjective well-being (high positive affect, low negative affect, or high cognitive well-being) reported lower fibromyalgia severity than those with low levels of overall physical fitness and subjective well-being.
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- Fernando Estévez-López
- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Carretera de Alfacar, s/n, 18011, Granada, Spain,
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