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Di Martino G, Centorbi M, Buonsenso A, Fiorilli G, della Valle C, Iuliano E, Calcagno G, di Cagno A. Assessing the Impact of Fencing on Postural Parameters: Observational Study Findings on Elite Athletes. Sports (Basel) 2024; 12:130. [PMID: 38786999 PMCID: PMC11125417 DOI: 10.3390/sports12050130] [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: 04/17/2024] [Revised: 05/03/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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The aim of the study was to evaluate whether the static stabilometric parameters among elite fencers, were affected by prolonged, asymmetric training regimen. A sample of 26 elite fencers of both genders, aged 19.15 ± 2.24 years, practising one of the three disciplines foil, épée, or sabre, was recruited for the study. Anthropometric measurements including thigh and calf circumferences and postural assessment based on the weight distribution on a stabilimeter platform were performed. Postural tone, as indicated by measures such as sway length and sway area ratio was calculated.. No notable anthropometric asymmetries were detected within the examined group The weight distribution patterns on the support quadrants in static stabilometric measurements did not suggest clinically significant issues. There were no significant differences among subgroups based on gender and lower limb dominance for both anthropometric and stabilimeter variables. However, 30.8% of participants showed anomalies in postural tone (hypertonic and hypotonic condition). Five out of eight athletes found with abnormal postural tone were foil fencers, suggesting a potential discipline-specific effect. Individual adjustments were found in foil fencers. These findings provide insights into the potential effects of fencing training on postural parameters among elite athletes.
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- Giulia Di Martino
- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy; (G.D.M.); (M.C.); (A.B.); (G.F.); (G.C.)
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy; (G.D.M.); (M.C.); (A.B.); (G.F.); (G.C.)
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy; (G.D.M.); (M.C.); (A.B.); (G.F.); (G.C.)
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy; (G.D.M.); (M.C.); (A.B.); (G.F.); (G.C.)
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- Department of Neurosciences, Biomedicine and Movement, University of Verona, 37134 Verona, Italy
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- Faculty of Psychology, eCampus University, 22060 Novedrate, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy; (G.D.M.); (M.C.); (A.B.); (G.F.); (G.C.)
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- Department of Movement, Human and Health Sciences, University of Rome “Foro Italico”, 00135 Rome, Italy;
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Ben Waer F, Alexe DI, Lahiani M, Sanchez-Gomez R, Chaari F, Alexe CI, Tohanean DI, Rebai H, Iconomescu TM, Talaghir LG, Sahli S. Pilates versus Zumba training effects on postural control under conflicting sensory conditions in postmenopausal women. Exp Gerontol 2024; 188:112383. [PMID: 38377666 DOI: 10.1016/j.exger.2024.112383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/17/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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The current study aimed to compare the effects of Pilates versus Zumba training on postural performance in middle-aged postmenopausal women. Fifty-seven eligible women, aged between 50 and 60 years, were randomized into three groups: Zumba (ZG) group, Pilates (PG) group or control (CG) group. Postural control was assessed using a force platform under 4 sensory manipulation conditions: on firm and foam surfaces with eyes opened (EO) and closed (EC). Our results showed more marked adaptations in favor of ZG concerning postural performance compared to PG. For the PG, postural control was significantly improved only in simple postural conditions on the firm surface with EO (p < 0.1) and EC (p < 0.05) conditions. However, postural control of the ZG significantly improved in both the simple and complex postural conditions, even under conflicting sensory situations (firm surface/EO (p < 0.001; 95 % CI: [1.34, 4.46]), EC (p < 0.001; 95 % CI: [2.13, 5.24])); foam surface/EO (p < 0.01; 95 % CI: [0.70, 8.57]), EC (p < 0.01; 95 % CI: [0.65, 8.52])). In conclusion, Zumba training seems to be more effective and a better strategy to promote postural control in daily living activities and autonomy in postmenopausal women than Pilates training. These findings are useful for public health practitioners in designing physical interventions for balance disorders.
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- Fatma Ben Waer
- Research Laboratory Education, Motricité, Sport et Santé, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Movement, Sports and Health, Sciences, "Vasile Alecsandri" University of Bacău, 600115 Bacău, Romania.
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- Research Laboratory Education, Motricité, Sport et Santé, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Tunisia
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- Nursing Department, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Instituto de Investigacion Sanitaria, (IDISSC) Hospital Clinico San Carlos, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Research Laboratory Education, Motricité, Sport et Santé, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical Education and Sports Performance, Faculty of Movement, Sports and Health Sciences,"Vasile Alecsandri", University of Bacău, 600115 Bacău, Romania
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- Department of Motric Performance, "Transilvania" University of Brașov, 600115 Brașov, Romania
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- Tunisian Research Laboratory 'Sports Performance Optimization', National Center of Medicine and Science in Sports (CNMSS), (CNMSS-LR09SEP01), Tunis, Tunisia
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- Individual sports and physical therapy Department, "Dunarea de Jos" University of Galati str. Domnesca, nr, 47, Galati 800008, Romania
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- Research Laboratory Education, Motricité, Sport et Santé, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Tunisia
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Lahiani M, Ben Waer F, Chaari F, Rebai H, Sahli S. Effect of 12-Week-Zumba Training on Postural Balance, Lower Limb Strength, Mood and Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Women. Exp Aging Res 2024; 50:171-189. [PMID: 36726273 DOI: 10.1080/0361073x.2023.2172304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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We aimed to investigate 12-week-Zumba training effects on physical and psychological parameters, and quality of life (QoL) in postmenopausal women. Forty-two postmenopausal women were randomly allocated to a control group or a Zumba group (ZG). Postural balance, lower limb strength, mood level, and QoL were assessed before and after the 12-week-Zumba training. The ZG showed significantly better balance performances under all conditions such as on firm and foam surfaces with opened and closed eyes as well as improvements in limb strength, mood and QoL compared to their baselines. Thereby, 12-week-Zumba training was effective in improving postural balance, limb strength, mood and, QoL in postmenopausal women.
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- Mariam Lahiani
- Research Laboratory: Education, Motricity, Sports and Health, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Research Laboratory: Education, Motricity, Sports and Health, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Research Laboratory: Education, Motricity, Sports and Health, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Research Laboratory: Education, Motricity, Sports and Health, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Research Laboratory: Education, Motricity, Sports and Health, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
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Jellad A, Kalai A, Abbes I, Jguirim M, Boudokhane S, Salah Frih ZB, Bedoui MH. The effect of cervical traction on stabilometric parameters in cervical radiculopathy patients: A randomized crossover study. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2024:BMR230270. [PMID: 38277282 DOI: 10.3233/bmr-230270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Cervical traction is effective on pain and function in patients with cervical radiculopathy but its effectiveness on balance disorders has not yet been studied. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effect of mechanical intermittent cervical traction (MICT) on stabilometric parameters in patients with cervical radiculopathy. METHODS This randomized crossover study assigned 20 patients with cervical radiculopathy to one of the two groups: Group effective traction (ET)/sham traction (ST) (n= 10) treated firstly with ET (traction force of 12 Kg) then with ST (traction force of 2 Kg) with one-week interval and group ST/ET (n= 10) treated invertedly with a ST then ET. Each traction procedure was maintained for 10 minutes twice separated by 5 minutes of rest. Patients were assessed before and immediately after MICT procedure. Main outcome measures were stabilometric parameters: center of pressure, sway area and lateral and anteroposterior displacements using a force platform. Secondary outcome measures were pain intensity, grip strength and dizziness. RESULTS ET has provided a significantly greater improvement in both groups and in the total population in terms of stabilometric parameters (p< 0.01), pain intensity, and grip strength (p< 0.05), compared to ST. CONCLUSION MICT seems to have an immediate beneficial effect on stabilometric parameters, pain and grip strength in patients with cervical radiculopathy.
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- Anis Jellad
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
- Laboratory of Technology and Medical Imaging - LR12ES06, Center for Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
- Laboratory of Technology and Medical Imaging - LR12ES06, Center for Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Technology and Medical Imaging - LR12ES06, Center for Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
- Department of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Technology and Medical Imaging - LR12ES06, Center for Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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Giraudeau A, Nicol C, Macchi R, Coyle T, Mesure S, Berdha K, Orthlieb JD, Barthèlemy J. Impact of occlusal proprioception on static postural balance. Heliyon 2023; 9:e20309. [PMID: 37800066 PMCID: PMC10550569 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2023] [Revised: 09/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023] Open
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Conflicting results on the effects of occlusal proprioceptive information on standing sway have been reported in the literature, partly due to the heterogeneity of the occlusal criterion studied and the experimental protocol used. In this study, occlusal functions, different mandibular positions and visual conditions were used to investigate the involvement of occlusal proprioception information in static postural balance. Postural adjustments of 26 healthy young adults, divided into Class I malocclusion and Class I normocclusion groups, were studied in upright position, in five mandibular positions (1 free, 2 centric and 2 eccentric), with and without vision. Due to different reported test durations, postural parameters were examined for the first and last halves of the 51.2 s acquisition time. A permutation ANOVA with 4 factors was used: group, mandibular position, vision, time window. Mean length of CoP displacement was shorter with vision (ES = 0.30) and more affected by vision loss in the free than in the intercuspal mandibular position (ES = 0.76 vs. 0.39), which has more tooth contacts. The malocclusion group was more affected by vision loss (ES = 0.64). Unexpectedly, with vision, the mean length was smaller in one eccentric occlusion side compared to the other (ES = 0.51), but independent of the left or right side, and more affected by vision loss (ES = 1.04 vs. ES = 0.71). The first-time window of the acquisition time, i.e. 25.6 s, was sufficient to demonstrate the impact of dental occlusion, except for the sway area. Comparison of the two visual conditions was informative. With vision, the weight of occlusal proprioception was not strictly related to occlusal characteristics (number of teeth in contact; centered or eccentric mandibular position), and it was asymmetrical. Without vision, the lack of difference between groups and mandibular positions suggested a sensory reweighting, probably to limit postural disturbance.
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- Anne Giraudeau
- Aix Marseille Univ, School of Dentistry, Marseille, France
- Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, ISM, Marseille, France
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- Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, ISM, Marseille, France
- SEP-EA 7370, INSEP, Paris, France
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- Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, ISM, Marseille, France
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- Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, ISM, Marseille, France
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- Aix Marseille Univ, School of Dentistry, Marseille, France
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De Blasiis P, Caravaggi P, Fullin A, Leardini A, Lucariello A, Perna A, Guerra G, De Luca A. Postural stability and plantar pressure parameters in healthy subjects: variability, correlation analysis and differences under open and closed eye conditions. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1198120. [PMID: 37545891 PMCID: PMC10399229 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1198120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023] Open
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Introduction: The "postural control system" acts through biomechanical strategies and functional neuromuscular adaptations to maintain body balance under static and dynamic conditions. Postural stability and body weight distribution can be affected by external sensory inputs, such as different visual stimuli. Little information is available about the influence of visual receptors on stabilometric and plantar pressure parameters. The aim of this study was to analyze variability, correlations, and changes in these parameters under open- (OE) and closed-eye (CE) conditions. Methods: A total of 31 stabilometric and plantar pressure parameters were acquired in 20 young and healthy adults during baropodometric examination performed in bipedal standing under both visual conditions. Variability of parameters was evaluated via the coefficient of variation, correlation analysis via Pearson's R2, and statistical differences via the Wilcoxon test. Results: High intra-subject repeatability was found for all plantar pressure parameters and CoP-speed (CV < 40%) under OE and CE conditions, while CoP-sway area (CoPsa) and length surface function (LSF) showed larger variability (CV > 50%). Mean and peak pressures at midfoot and total foot loads showed the least number of significant correlations with other parameters under both visual conditions, whereas the arch-index and rearfoot loads showed the largest number of significant correlations. The limb side significantly affected most plantar pressure parameters. A trend of larger LSF and lower CoPsa and mean and peak pressures at the right forefoot was found under the CE condition. Discussion: The present study provides a deeper insight into the associations between postural stability and foot load. Interesting postural adaptations, particularly with respect to different visual stimuli, the effect of the dominant side, and the specific role of the midfoot in balance control were highlighted.
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- P. De Blasiis
- Department of Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine, Section of Human Anatomy, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
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- Movement Analysis Laboratory, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine, Section of Human Anatomy, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Movement Analysis Laboratory, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Sport Sciences and Wellness, University of Naples “Parthenope”, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
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- Department of Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine, Section of Human Anatomy, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
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López-de-Celis C, Zegarra-Chávez D, Cadellans-Arróniz A, Carrasco-Uribarren A, Izquierdo-Nebreda P, Canet-Vintró M, Rodríguez-Sanz J, Pérez-Bellmunt A. Study on Balance and Postural Control According to the Stabilometry in Indoor Skydivers: A Cross-Sectional Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 20:ijerph20010635. [PMID: 36612956 PMCID: PMC9819957 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2022] [Revised: 12/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The wind tunnel is a compression cabin through which a stream of air rises homogeneously, generated by fans. To perform different acrobatics, indoor skydivers have to change their body position by turning their body and orientation in reference to the space. Thus, the vestibular, visual and somatosensory systems are subjected to multiple disturbances. Postural control could be affected by altering the visual, vestibular and somatosensory systems during indoor skydiving in the wind tunnel. The aim of this study is to describe the influence of a standard wind tunnel training session on postural control in a normal gravitational situation in indoor skydiving. METHODS Ten indoor skydivers registered with the Royal Spanish Aeronautical Federation, who had participated in national or international competitions one year ago, were recruited. A single 30 min training session was performed. Postural control was assessed through posturographic analysis using a stabilometric platform immediately before and after the training session. The variables studied were related to the relative position and length of the centre of pressure. RESULTS No statistically significant changes were found between the initial and final assessment for the posturographic variables studied. CONCLUSIONS No differences in postural control were found after a standard wind tunnel training session in indoor competition skydivers.
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- Carlos López-de-Celis
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- ACTIUM Functional Anatomy Group, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- Fundació Institut, Universitari per a La Recerca a l’Atenció, Primària de Salut Jordi Gol i Gurina (IDIAPJGol), 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- ACTIUM Functional Anatomy Group, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- ACTIUM Functional Anatomy Group, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- ACTIUM Functional Anatomy Group, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat International de Catalunya, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- ACTIUM Functional Anatomy Group, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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Ould-Slimane M, Luc F, Chastan N, Dujardin F, Michelin P, Tavolacci MP, Gillibert A, Gauthé R. Static and dynamic stabilometric force platform study of spinopelvic anterior sagittal imbalance. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2022; 108:103195. [PMID: 34954428 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2021.103195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Revised: 10/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND DATA Anterior sagittal imbalance (ASI) is a severity factor in spinal pathology. Stabilometric study of the dynamic position of the center of pressure (CoP) assesses orthostatic control. These analyses provide the energy expenditure used for this control. HYPOTHESIS Stabilometric signs are associated with ASI indicate increased energy expenditure. PATIENTS AND METHODS Healthy male volunteers were subjected to reversible ASI induced by wearing a kyphotic thermoformed thoracolumbar corset. The deformation was assessed by C7 tilt on EOS whole-spine views. Static and dynamic posturographic force platform study was performed under conditions of anteroposterior and mediolateral instability. Mean CoP position (Xmean, Ymean) was studied on statokinesigram, with scatter assessed as confidence ellipse (CE). Path length according to CE surface (LAS) indicated energy expenditure. The stabilogram quantified displacement over time as lengths (Lx, Ly) and amplitudes (Ax, Ay). RESULTS The corset significantly increased C7 tilt (p<0.0001). This did not significantly change mean CoP positions (Xmean and Ymean), but LAS was significantly increased (p=0.003). Static tests showed changes in Ly (p=0.0008) and Ax (p=0.003), and dynamic tests showed changes in Ly (p<0.0001), Lx (p<0.0001), Ax (p<0.0001), Ay (p<0.05) and CE (p<0.004). DISCUSSION Posturographic parameters were impacted by inducing ASI in healthy subjects. Significant differences were seen in stabilography, CE and LAS, were greater on dynamic testing, and correlated with radiologic sagittal balance. Force platforms can reveal increased energy expenditure in maintaining posture. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II; Single-center prospective study involving healthy volunteers.
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- Mourad Ould-Slimane
- Rouen University Hospital, Department of orthopedic surgery, Spine Unit, 76000 Rouen, France; Normandy university, UNICAEN, INSERM U1075, COMETE, 14000 Caen, France.
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- Rouen University Hospital, Department of pediatric surgery, 76000 Rouen, France
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- Normandy university, UNICAEN, INSERM U1075, COMETE, 14000 Caen, France; Rouen University Hospital, Department of neurophysiology, 76000 Rouen, France
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- Rouen University Hospital, Department of orthopedic surgery, Spine Unit, 76000 Rouen, France
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- Rouen University Hospital, Department of radiology, 76000 Rouen, France
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- Rouen University Hospital, Department of biostatistics, Rouen, France
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- Rouen University Hospital, Department of orthopedic surgery, Spine Unit, 76000 Rouen, France
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Correlation between Physical Performance and Stabilometric Parameters in Older Adults. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:medicina58091211. [PMID: 36143889 PMCID: PMC9506392 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58091211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2022] [Revised: 08/28/2022] [Accepted: 08/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background and Objectives: Falls are a common and serious threat to the health and independence of older adults. The decrease in functional capacity during aging means an increased risk of falls. To date, it is not known whether there is a relationship between balance and functional tests. The aim of the study was to evaluate the correlation between eyes-open and eyes-closed static balance with different functional tests. Materials and Methods: A correlation study was designed with 52 healthy subjects over 65 years of age. Results: Regarding the open eyes stabilometric parameters, significant correlations observed between the surface and the functional tests were weak in all cases. The correlations observed between length and the functional tests performed were moderate, except for that of the Timed Up and Go test (TUG) which was weak. No significant correlation between TUG and surface was found. Regarding the closed eyes stabilometric parameters, statistically significant moderate correlations were found between the surface and the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) and the Five Times Sit to Stand test (5XSST). In the case of the length with eyes closed, a statistically significant moderate correlation (rho = 0.40-0.69) was found with the SPPB and 5XSST variables, and weak correlations with the 4 m Walk Speed test (4WS) and TUG variables. Conclusions: There is a mild to moderate correlation between some functional tests and stabilometric parameters in adults over 65 years old.
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Dauty M, Menu P, Jolly B, Lambert S, Rocher B, Le Bras M, Jirka A, Guillot P, Pretagut S, Fouasson-Chailloux A. Inpatient Rehabilitation during Intensive Refeeding in Severe Anorexia Nervosa. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14142951. [PMID: 35889908 PMCID: PMC9322979 DOI: 10.3390/nu14142951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/16/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Severe forms of anorexia nervosa are responsible for weight loss and life-threatening consequences. Refeeding represents a real psychiatric and somatic challenge. Physical activities are usually not recommended during intensive refeeding in order to avoid energy expenditure. This study assessed the interest in an early return to controlled physical activities, during a hospitalization in a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) department, including continuous nasogastric refeeding and psychiatric care. A total of 37 subjects aged 32 ± 11 years old performed inpatient physical activities during nasogastric refeeding initiated after intensive care. The physical activity program was adapted according to the hyperactivity of the patients. Evaluation parameters were weight, body mass index (BMI), body composition (fat, lean, and bone masses), and function (strength, balance, walking, ventilation). Patient satisfaction, re-hospitalizations, and physical activities continuation were assessed at 12 months of follow-up. Weight, BMI, and body fat increased significantly (+2.7 ± 1.7 kg; +1.0 ± 0.6 kg/m2; +1.7 ± 2.5 kg, respectively). Muscle strength increased even if the lean mass did not. Walking distance, balance, and respiratory function were significantly improved. Weight and fat mass gains did not differ according to the presence or absence of hyperactivity. At 12 months, 46% of the patients continued to be physically active, but 21% of the patients had been re-hospitalized. The early return to controlled physical activities in PMR hospitalization does not compromise the efficiency of intensive refeeding in severe anorexia nervosa patients.
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- Marc Dauty
- Service de Médecine Physique et Réadaptation Locomotrice et Respiratoire, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France; (M.D.); (P.M.); (B.J.)
- Service de Médecine du Sport, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France;
- IRMS, Institut Régional de Médecine du Sport, 44093 Nantes, France
- Inserm UMR 1229, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes Université, ONIRIS, 44042 Nantes, France
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- Service de Médecine Physique et Réadaptation Locomotrice et Respiratoire, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France; (M.D.); (P.M.); (B.J.)
- Service de Médecine du Sport, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France;
- IRMS, Institut Régional de Médecine du Sport, 44093 Nantes, France
- Inserm UMR 1229, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes Université, ONIRIS, 44042 Nantes, France
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- Service de Médecine Physique et Réadaptation Locomotrice et Respiratoire, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France; (M.D.); (P.M.); (B.J.)
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- Psychiatrie et Santé Mentale, UIC 18, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44000 Nantes, France; (S.L.); (B.R.)
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- Psychiatrie et Santé Mentale, UIC 18, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44000 Nantes, France; (S.L.); (B.R.)
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- Service d’Endocrinologie, Diabétologie et Nutrition, Institut du Thorax, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44000 Nantes, France;
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- Equipe Transversale D’assistance Nutritionnelle, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44000 Nantes, France;
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- Service de Rhumatologie, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44000 Nantes, France;
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- Service de Médecine du Sport, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France;
- IRMS, Institut Régional de Médecine du Sport, 44093 Nantes, France
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- Service de Médecine Physique et Réadaptation Locomotrice et Respiratoire, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France; (M.D.); (P.M.); (B.J.)
- Service de Médecine du Sport, CHU Nantes, Nantes Université, 44093 Nantes, France;
- IRMS, Institut Régional de Médecine du Sport, 44093 Nantes, France
- Inserm UMR 1229, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes Université, ONIRIS, 44042 Nantes, France
- Correspondence:
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The Influence of Gender and the Specificity of Sports Activities on the Performance of Body Balance for Students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19137672. [PMID: 35805329 PMCID: PMC9265780 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19137672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 06/19/2022] [Accepted: 06/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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A sense of balance is required in sports activities, conditioning the quality of movements and physical performance. (1) The purpose of the study is to investigate the influence of gender and the specificity of sports activities on body balance. The investigated participants are 157 students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports/Bachelor’s degree: 109 men (age = 20.49 ± 2.03, body mass index, BMI = 22.96 ± 3.20), and 48 women (age = 20.21 ± 1.51, BMI = 21.05 ± 2.78). (2) Design: Cross-sectional study, with the definition of the variables gender and sport activity with three stages (non-athletes/NA, team sports games/TSG, and individual sports/IS). The evaluation was based on four dynamic balance tests (Bass test/points, Functional reach test/cm, Fukuda test/degrees of rotation, and Walk and turn field sobriety test/errors) and three static balance tests (Flamingo test/falls, Stork test, and One-leg standing test with eyes closed/s). (3) Results: The variance analysis (multivariate and univariate tests) indicates the superiority of women in most tests applied, but with significantly better values (p < 0.05) only for the Flamingo test and Bass test. Men have superior results only for vestibular stability (Fukuda test) and One-leg standing test, but it is statistically insignificant (p > 0.05). The TSG group has slightly better values than the IS group for the whole set of tests conducted, but these are not statistically significant (p > 0.05), so we cannot highlight the certain superiority of TSG practitioners over those involved in IS. Both the TSG and the IS group outperformed all tests compared to the NA group, with significant differences (p < 0.05), especially for the TSG. Conclusion: Women have better values than men on most tests, and performance sports students have higher average scores than those in the NA group, which demonstrates the beneficial influence of specific training on static and dynamic postural stability.
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Calvo-Moreno SO, Rodríguez-López ES, Varol U, Benito-de-Pedro M, Anós-Merino E, Conde-Vázquez O, Fernández-de-las-Peñas C, Valera-Calero JA. Acoustic Environmental Conditions (Do Not?) Affect the Static Posturography Diagnostic Accuracy: A Test-Retest Reliability Study. SENSORS 2022; 22:s22062365. [PMID: 35336534 PMCID: PMC8956081 DOI: 10.3390/s22062365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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Static posturography assessed with force platforms is a procedure used to obtain objective estimates related to postural adjustments. However, controlling multiple intrinsic and extrinsic factors influencing the diagnostic accuracy is essential to obtain reliable measurements and recommend its use with clinical or research purposes. We aimed to analyze how different environmental acoustic conditions affect the test−retest reliability and to analyze the most appropriate number of trials to calculate a valid mean average score. A diagnostic accuracy study was conducted enrolling 27 healthy volunteers. All procedures were taken considering consistent device settings, posture, feet position, recording time, and illumination of the room. Three trials were recorded in a silent environment (35−40 dB) and three trials were recorded in a noisy environment (85−90 dB). Results showed comparable reliability estimates for both acoustic conditions (ICC = 0.453−0.962 and 0.621−0.952), but silent conditions demonstrated better sensitivity to changes (MDC = 13.6−76%). Mean average calculations from 2 and 3 trials showed no statistically significant differences (p > 0.05). Cross-sectional studies can be conducted under noisy or silent conditions as no significantly different scores were obtained (p > 0.05) and ICC were comparable (except oscillation area). However, longitudinal studies should consider silent conditions as they demonstrated better sensitivity to real changes not derived from measurement errors.
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- Sofía Olivia Calvo-Moreno
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain; (S.O.C.-M.); (E.S.R.-L.); (M.B.-d.-P.); (E.A.-M.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain; (S.O.C.-M.); (E.S.R.-L.); (M.B.-d.-P.); (E.A.-M.)
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- VALTRADOFI Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain;
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain; (S.O.C.-M.); (E.S.R.-L.); (M.B.-d.-P.); (E.A.-M.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain; (S.O.C.-M.); (E.S.R.-L.); (M.B.-d.-P.); (E.A.-M.)
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- Departamento de Biología Funcional y Ciencias de la Salud, Facultad de Fisioterapia, Universidad de Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain;
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, 28933 Madrid, Spain;
- Cátedra Institucional en Docencia, Clínica e Investigación en Fisioterapia: Terapia Manual, Punción Seca y Ejercicio Terapéutico, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, 28933 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain; (S.O.C.-M.); (E.S.R.-L.); (M.B.-d.-P.); (E.A.-M.)
- VALTRADOFI Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Universidad Camilo José Cela, Villanueva de la Cañada, 28692 Madrid, Spain;
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Cabanas-Valdés R, Toro-Coll MD, Cruz-Sicilia S, García-Rueda L, Rodríguez-Rubio PR, Calvo-Sanz J. The Immediate Effect of Informational Manual Therapy for Improving Quiet Standing and Bodily Pain in University Population. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18094940. [PMID: 34066393 PMCID: PMC8124965 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18094940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2021] [Revised: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 05/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Background: The Informational Manual Therapy (IMT) is a therapeutic touch. This study aims to assess the effect of IMT on quiet standing, pain and health status in university population. Methods: An experiment was conducted on subjects utilizing a comparative paired analysis both before and after the intervention. One IMT session was performed on 57 healthy individuals aged from 18 to 65 years. The primary outcome was quiet standing assessed by the Satel 40 Hz stabilometric force platform. Secondary outcomes were bodily pain assessed by the 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) and health status by EQ-5D-3L. The primary outcome was evaluated before and immediately after treatment. Results: The individuals were divided into 3 age groups, 18–35 (52.6%), 35–50 (29.8%) and 51–65 (17.6%). Statistically significant differences were immediately observed after the session ended when comparing the pre-post quiet stance scores in a number of length parameters: L, Lx, Ly and stabilometry amplitude on Y-axis with eyes open and closed. Significant differences were also found when testing bodily pain (SF-36) and anxiety (5Q-5D-3L). Conclusion: One session of IMT produced positive effects when testing quiet standing with eyes open and eyes closed, as well as a significant reduction in pain and anxiety for those tested. Further research is suggested.
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- Rosa Cabanas-Valdés
- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, 08195 Sant Cugat del Vallés, Spain; (M.D.T.-C.); (L.G.-R.); (P.R.R.-R.)
- Correspondence:
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, 08195 Sant Cugat del Vallés, Spain; (M.D.T.-C.); (L.G.-R.); (P.R.R.-R.)
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, 08195 Sant Cugat del Vallés, Spain; (M.D.T.-C.); (L.G.-R.); (P.R.R.-R.)
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, 08195 Sant Cugat del Vallés, Spain; (M.D.T.-C.); (L.G.-R.); (P.R.R.-R.)
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- Physiotherapy Department, School of Health Sciences, Tecno Campus, Mataró-Pompeu Fabra University (TCM-UPF), 08302 Barcelona, Spain;
- Hospital Asepeyo Sant Cugat del Vallès, 08174 Barcelona, Spain
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