NEUROMUSCULAR ELECTRICAL STIMULATION OF MEDIUM AND LOW FREQUENCY ON THE QUADRICEPS FEMORIS.

abstract：Objective:To evaluate the association between bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition in healthy older adults at different skeletal sites. Methods:We analyzed 87 medical records and BMD along with the body composition of men ranging from 60 to 87 years of age (mean: 68.5, standard deviation: 6.5). Inclusion cr...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Alonso AC,Gonçalves TA,Almeida JKA,Machado-Lima A,Ernandes RC,Greve JMD,Garcez-Leme LE

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report clinical and epidemiological characteristics and risk factors of patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) on sick leave admitted in a University Hospital. METHODS:This is a transversal study conducted with patients admitted sequentially over 18 years of age, without distinction of gender and race...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： de Azevedo JW,de Oliveira AB,Nascimento Vd,de Paiva HR Jr,Viecili L,Rocha MA

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:To assess whether Bare Spot is previously displaced by proportion (MEASURE BP-A × 1.25/MEASURE BP-P = 1). Methods:35 patients with surgical indication for rotator cuff injury repair were evaluated. The distances from the Bare Spot to the anterior edge of the glenoid cavity (BS-A) and to the posterior edge (B...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Ramos MRF,Hidalgo PF,Fagundes D,San YAC

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objectives:To describe the surgical treatment of fractures that involves the hallux interphalangeal joint, current indications and management options. Methods:we performed a literature review of relevant clinical studies in multiple databases, including PubMed, MedLine and Scopus, from January 1989 to October 2020. R...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Godoy-Santos AL,Giordano V,Cesar C,Sposeto RB,Bitar RC,Wajnsztejn A,Sakaki MH,Fernandes TD

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:To compare postoperative radiographic outcomes of Schatzker type V and VI tibial plateau fractures treated with double-plate or single lateral locked plate. Methods:Sixty-three patients operated from December 2011 to February 2016 were selected, 47 from the double-plate group and 16 from the single lateral l...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Arouca MM,da Costa GHR,Leonhardt MC,Barbosa D,Silva JDS,Kojima KE

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:To evaluate the mechanical behavior of the proximal end of the femur submitted to the X-shaped polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) reinforcement technique. Methods:Fifteen synthetic femurs, with a Nacional® density of 10 PCF, were divided into two groups: the DX group, with 5 units that were submitted to PMMA rein...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Freitas A,Camargo WS,Aquino RJ,Giordano V Neto,Bonavides AF Junior,Shimano AC

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objectives:To evaluate the regenerative capacity of gracilis (G) and semitendinosus (ST) tendons, to examine the sensitivity and specificity of signs and symptoms in the assessment of hamstring tendons, and to assess the thickness and insertion site of regenerated tendons. Methods:Thirty sequential knees were subjecte...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Albertoni LJB,Debieux P,Franciozi CEDS,Novaretti JV,Granata GSM Jr,Luzo MVM

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Due to the high physical and psychological demands of their work, musicians have a high risk of developing a range of health problems. The main causes of musculoskeletal disorders seen in instrumentalists are overuse, nerve compression and focal dystonia. The aim of this paper is to identify the musculoskeletal disord...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Moraes GF,Antunes AP

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Evaluate the static positioning of the scapula on the rib cage in healthy subjects by means of clinical and radiographic evaluation to assess inter-examiner reliability of clinical examination and verify the reliability of this evaluation method compared to the radiographic examination. METHODS:We selected 3...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Pontin JC,Stadniky SP,Suehara PT,Costa TR,Chamlian TR

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the characteristics of patients with Lisfranc injuries and their associated fractures . METHODS:This is a retrospective analysis on 42 patients with Lisfranc injuries hospitalized at Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia do Hospital das Clínicas da Fa...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Sobrado MF,Saito GH,Sakaki MH,Pontin PA,Santos ALGD,Fernandes TD

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the influence of low intensity laser irradiation on the regeneration of the fibular nerve of rats after crush injury. METHODS:Twenty-five rats were used, divided into three groups: 1) intact nerve, no treatment; 2) crushed nerve, no treatment; 3) crush injury, laser irradiation applied on the ...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Sousa FF,Ribeiro TL,Fazan VP,Barbieri CH

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the shoulder of this group of patients using magnetic resonance imaging to detect clinical and subclinical disorders and establish a rehabilitation program. METHODS:Nine patients with spinal cord injury followed in the Laboratory of Biomechanics and Rehabilitation of the Locomotive System at HC/UNIC...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Alves AP,Terrabuio Junior AA,Pimenta CJ,Medina GI,Rimkus Cde M,Cliquet Júnior A

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To translate and culturally adapt the Rowe score for use in Brazil. METHODS:The translation and cross-cultural adaptation process initially involved the steps of translation, synthesis, back-translation and revision by the Translation Group. The pre-final version of the questionnaire was then created. The St...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Marcondes FB,de Vasconcelos RA,Marchetto A,de Andrade AL,Zoppi A,Etchebehere M

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anterior glenohumeral instability is a frequent cause of professional soccer players' removal, reduced performance, and prolonged recovery. Players are subjected to intense physical contact and high performance, thus demanding lower rates of recurrence after surgical correction so they can return to sport quickly. Ob...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Stirma GA,Lima EBS,Chaves DH,Belangero PS,Andreoli CV,Ejnisman B

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the value of post-treatment follow-up in osteosarcoma patients. METHODS:Data were collected through a clinical record, with socio-demographic and clinical data, and information relating to the medical appointment. Descriptive analysis of the data was carried out. The Chi-squared test was used to ...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Martins GE,Perez SV

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the presence of tibial bone tunnel enlargement after surgical reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using quadruple graft of the flexor tendons and correlate the functional results in their presence. METHODS:The studied lasted six months and included 25 patients, with ages ranging from 1...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Leonardi AB,Duarte Junior A,Severino NR

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate the importance of performing early shoulder tomography in patients with obstetric brachial plexus palsy (OBPP). METHODS:This series of cases retrospective study with level evidence IV was conducted by consulting 76 patient's medical records with OBPP divided into three age groups: ≤12 months, ...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Silva BL,Kimura LK,Crepaldi BE,Mattar R Jr,Cho ÁB,Oviedo RM

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to describe concepts of health economics in order to update and provide the orthopedic practitioner decision making parameters based on preferences. Four basic types of studies of economical evaluation were presented (cost minimization analysis, cost-benefit, cost-effectiveness and cost-utili...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Araújo CD,Veiga DF,Hochman B,Abla LE,Novo NF,Ferreira LM

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The apophyseal fracture or avulsion of the greater trochanter occurs in skeletally immature patients. It has at etiological factors indirect mechanisms (avulsion) and direct mechanisms (trauma on the trochanter), the latter being the most common. The clinical presentation is easily identified and a simple X- ray can c...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Freitas A,Macedo SL Sr

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Retrospective clinical evaluation of 31 patients who underwent ulnar nerve decompression at the elbow and subcutaneous anterior transposition. METHODS:From January 2000 to December 2013, 71 patients underwent subcutaneous anterior transposition of the ulnar nerve. Thirty-one patients returned for evaluation...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Neder AT Filho,Alves RA,Pardini AG Júnior,Riberto M,Mazer M

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cervical myelopathy is a spinal cord dysfunction related to degeneration typical of aging. Its primary pathology is related to ischemia and spinal cord compression. Patients with myelopathy present many clinical problems; more severe cases may lead to quadriplegia if not treated in a timely manner. Because th...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Lozorio AR,Borges M,Batista Junior JL,Chacob Junior C,Machado IC,Rezende R

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of the treatment of tibial plateau fractures is to obtain a pain-free and fully functional knee with closed reduction, percutaneous cannulated screw fixation and hexapodal external fixator reconstruction for high energy compound upper tibial fractures. METHODS:Patients with comminuted tibial plateau...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Uzun M,Bilen FE,Eralp L

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether there is a difference on the bone architecture in patients with femoral neck fracture compared to patients with intertrochanteric fractures and assess the importance of aging on bone microarchitecture in patients with proximal femoral fracture. METHODS:Biopsy of the iliac crest was made ...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： de Souza CG,de Souza MP,Jorgetti V,Dos Reis LM

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objectives:This study aimed to compare the lumbar lordosis (LL) and spinopelvic parameters of patients with stage 1-2 spondylolisthesis to those of the normal population and demonstrate the importance of these parameters in sagittal balance. Methods:The lumbosacral parameters on the lateral radiographs of a total of 1...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Cosgun Z,Dagistan E,Dagistan Y

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine intra and interobserver agreement of the grading system for femoral cementation in hip arthroplasty proposed by Barrack. METHODS:Immediate anteroposterior and lateral postoperative radiographs of 55 primary total hip arthroplasties were assessed by two observers familiar with the use of this gra...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Garcia FL,Sugo AT,Picado CH

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) is a plant extract obtained from the leaves of the G. biloba tree. The aim of this study was to assess the histological and radiological effects of G. biloba extract on fracture healing in an experimental fracture model using rat femurs. METHODS:Forty-eight female Sprague-Daw...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Guzel N,Sayit E,Aynaci O,Kerimoglu S,Yulug E,Topbas M

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:Epidural fibrosis is one of the main reasons for requiring repeated surgical intervention. Our objective was to compare the effect of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) on the development of epidural fibrosis with collagen dural matrix and free autogenous fat graft. Methods:Male rats were separated into 3 groups. La...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Guler S,Akcali O,Sen B,Micili SC,Sanli NK,Cankaya D

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to analyze the functional status of adult and older adult individuals with lower back pain . METHODS:Eighty-three individuals were recruited, 42 older adults (20 with lower back pain and 22 control group) and 41 younger adults (21 with lower back pain and 20 control group). Fu...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Rodrigues CP,da Silva RA,Nasrala E Neto,Andraus RAC,Fernandes MTP,Fernandes KBP

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:This study aims to establish the current panorama of the anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery in Brazil. Methods:A survey that consisted of a 24-item questionnaire including surgeon's demographics, preferred technique, graft selection, graft positioning, use of braces, drains, antibiotic prophyl...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： de Campos GC,Nunes LFB,Arruda LRP,Teixeira PEP,Amaral GHA,Alves WM

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional results, complications, and morbidity and mortality rates in patients with end-stage chronic renal failure (ESCRF) with collum femoris fractures who were treated with hemiarthroplasty. METHODS:From 2005 to 2013, patients with ESCRF admitted to our hospital...

journal_title：Acta ortopedica brasileira

authors： Salduz A,Polat G,Akgül T,Ergin ON,Şahin K,Yazicioğlu Ö

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00