Pain Measurement
Mostrando 1-12 de 153 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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1. Reliability of quantitative sensory testing on myofascial trigger points in the upper trapezius muscle of individuals with chronic neck pain
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to measure the intra- and inter-rater reliability of the quantitative sensory testing for measuring the thermal pain threshold on myofascial trigger points in the upper trapezius muscle of individuals with chronic neck pain. METHODS: Thirty female participants were included, aged between 18 and 45 years an
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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2. Serum vascular endothelial growth factor as a marker for tubal pregnancy
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to evaluate whether a single measurement of vascular endothelial growth factor could distinguish between intrauterine pregnancy and ectopic pregnancy and to correlate the levels of vascular endothelial growth factor with serum levels of progesterone andβ-human chorionic gonadotropin in each subgroup. METH
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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3. The importance of multiprofessional care
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Patients with low back pain frequently undergo a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, but some of these have uncertain effectiveness. This highlights the importance of the association of healthcare services and therapeutic measures relating to disability. OBJECTIVE: To analyze the use of healthcare services and therap
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2021-04
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4. Use of healthcare services and therapeutic measures associated with new episodes of acute low back pain-related disability among elderly people: a cross-sectional study on the Back Complaints in the Elders - Brazil cohort
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Patients with low back pain frequently undergo a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, but some of these have uncertain effectiveness. This highlights the importance of the association of healthcare services and therapeutic measures relating to disability. OBJECTIVE: To analyze the use of healthcare services and therap
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2021-04
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5. Evidence for the efficacy of Tai Chi for treating rheumatoid arthritis: an overview of systematic reviews
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease with higher prevalence among women aged between 30 and 50 years and general prevalence of 1% worldwide. Interventions promoting improvement of quality of life for individuals with RA are required. Tai Chi appears to be a low-cost alternative, with studies showing positive results from this
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2021-04
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6. Effect of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in patients with supraspinatus tendon tear
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), ultrasound (US), and pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) combination with TENS and US therapy alone in patients with supraspinatus tear. METHODS: Forty patients were included in this study. The patients were randomly divided into two gr
Rev. Assoc. Med. Bras.. Publicado em: 2021-02
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7. Significance of Extra-Esophageal Symptoms in Pediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Abstract Introduction Current practice guidelines in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) often require invasive diagnostic testing. Objective The aim of the present study was to evaluate the significance of extra-esophageal symptoms and reliability of a screening risk score that is simple to use. Methods A longitudinal retrospective single-institution
Int. Arch. Otorhinolaryngol.. Publicado em: 2020-12
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8. Cross-cultural adaptation, validity and reproducibility of the Back Beliefs Questionnaire among older Brazilians with acute low back pain. A cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Low back pain (LBP) has emerging as an epidemic, multifactorial and multidimensional condition in older age. Assessment of attitudes and beliefs of patients with back pain is necessary for understanding the impact of psychosocial factors on pain perception and management. OBJECTIVES: To cross-culturally adapt and examine the validity
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2020-08
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9. NEONATAL PAIN: CHARACTERIZATION OF THE PHYSIOTHERAPIST’S PERCEPTION IN THE NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
RESUMO Objetivo: Descrever a percepção dos fisioterapeutas de unidades neonatais sobre a dor, a utilização de escalas de mensuração e estratégias que a minimizem. Métodos: Entrevistas foram realizadas com chefes ou rotinas de fisioterapia em hospitais com unidades neonatais entre 2013 e 2015, no Rio de Janeiro. As perguntas versaram sobre o conhe
Rev. paul. pediatr.. Publicado em: 25/11/2019
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10. Effect of laser treatment on postural control parameters in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: a randomized placebo-controlled trial
The management of nonspecific lumbar pain (NSLP) using laser irradiation remains controversial. A systematic review of recently published studies indicates that the effects of laser therapy are commonly assessed using only imperfect methods in terms of measurement error. The main objective of this study was to assess static postural stability using an object
Braz J Med Biol Res. Publicado em: 25/11/2019
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11. Morfometria dos meniscos lateral e medial na articulação femorotibial de equinos
RESUMO As lesões dos meniscos são uma das principais causas de dor e claudicação em equinos. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar a morfometria dos meniscos da articulação femorotibial de equinos. Foram utilizados 48 meniscos de 12 animais de ambos os sexos, com idade entre cinco e 15 anos e com peso entre 400kg e 500kg. A medida da extensão peri
Arq. Bras. Med. Vet. Zootec.. Publicado em: 10/10/2019
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12. Multidimensional instruments validated in Brazil for pain evaluation in the elderly: narrative review
RESUMO JUSTIFICATIVA E OBJETIVOS: Os instrumentos multidimensionais para avaliação da dor em idosos permitem identificar as condições que envolvem a dor considerando os aspectos emocionais, físicos, psicológicos, sociais e econômicos. Trata-se de ferramentas auxiliares no prognóstico de doenças, que permitem melhor abordagem da dor considerando sua
BrJP. Publicado em: 23/09/2019