This study was designed to compare the effects of linear periodization (LP) and undulating periodization (UP) on functional capacity, neuromuscular function, body composition, and cytokines in elderly sedentary women. We also aimed to identify the presence of high responders (HR), medium responders (MR), and low responders (LR) for irisin, interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), toll-like receptor-4 (TLR-4), and brainderived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) to resistance training (RT). Forty-nine elderly women were assigned to a control group, LP, and UP scheme. Functional capacity, body composition, maximal strength, irisin, TLR-4, BDNF, and IL-1β were evaluated. Both periodization models were effective in improving 45°leg press 1RM, chair-stand, arm curl, and time-up and go tests, with no significant differences in body composition and cytokines. Furthermore, HR, MR, and LR were identified for irisin, IL-1β, TLR-4, and BDNF, with differences between groups and moments. This study provides evidence that both periodization models were effective in improving functional capacity and neuromuscular function, with no effect on body composition and cytokines (probably as a consequence of the different responsiveness). Furthermore, for the first time, HR, MR, and LR were identified for irisin, IL1-β, TLR-4, and BDNF in response to RT.

Objective: To evaluate the frailty syndrome in the elderly nursing diagnosis in elderly with chronic diseases of a health district of the Federal District. Method: A quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with elderly patients served at the Basic Health Units, who presented arterial hypertension and/or diabetes mellitus. The following were used: a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Mini-Mental State Examination, anthropometric data, evaluation of sarcopenia (measured by body composition), muscle strength and functional capacity, and the identification of NANDA-I nursing diagnosis. A statistical software was used for data analysis. Results: Participation of 78 elderly people, of which 93.6% of had Impaired memory, 93.6% had Impaired physical mobility, 82.1% had Fatigue, 76.9% had Impaired ambulation, 53.8% had Dressing self-care deficit, 43.6% had Activity Intolerance, 35.9% had Social Isolation, 30.8% had Hopelessness, 29.5% had Feeding self-care deficit, 29.5% had Bathing self-care deficit, 12.8% had Toileting self-care deficit, and 10.3% had Decreased cardiac output. Conclusion: The nursing diagnosis Frailty Syndrome in the Elderly allows a multidimensional view of the elderly. Since one factor can cause health problems in several health fields, nurses must intervene early, plan and implement actions in the short and long term.

This is a qualitative study, conducted at a Clinic of Mastology of a public hospital of the Federal District, which aimed to know the impact of breast cancer in the lives of couples, women submitted to mastectomy and their partners. The sample consisted of three couples, five women submitted to mastectomy and three partners. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, which gave rise to two broad categories: Perceptions about breast cancer and Consequences in everyday life. The diagnosis of cancer is received as a traumatic one, bringing feelings of mutilation, dependence, prejudice and loss of femininity. One conclude that significant changes occur in married life and that mutual support is needed to better cope with the disease, followed by the necessary family support. Key words: Women's health; Breast cancer; Mastectomy. RESUMEN Este es un estudio cualitativo, realizado en una Clínica de Mastología de un hospital público del Distrito Federal, cuyo objetivo fue conocer el impacto del cáncer de mama en la vida de las parejas, mujeres sometidas a mastectomía y sus compañeros. La muestra constó de tres parejas, cinco mujeres sometidas a mastectomía y tres compañeros. Entrevistas semiestructuradas se llevaron a cabo, lo que dio lugar a dos grandes categorías: Percepciones sobre el cáncer de mama y Repercusiones en la vida cotidiana. El diagnóstico de cáncer es recibido como de forma traumática, con sentimientos de mutilación, dependencia, preconceptos y pérdida de la feminidad. Es posible concluir que se producen cambios significativos en la vida de la pareja y que el apoyo mutuo es necesario para sobrellevar mejor la enfermedad, seguido por el necesario apoyo familiar. Palabras clave: Salud de la mujer; Cáncer de mama; Mastectomía.

PurposeThe purpose of the present study was to identify the variability of blood pressure response to a 10-week resistance training (RT) program in hypertensive and normotensive elderly women.Participants and methodsTwenty-seven untrained hypertensive and 12 normotensive elderly women participated in the present study. A whole-body RT program was performed on two nonconsecutive days per week for 10 weeks. The responsiveness of resting systolic blood pressure (SBP) was determined based on the percent decline between the pre- and post-training time points T1 and T4. The term responders were used to describe subjects who exhibited a percent SBP decline ≥−2.58% and the term nonresponders for subjects who exhibited a percent SBP decline <−2.58%, respectively.ResultsBoth the responders and nonresponders in the hypertensive group presented significant changes in SBP (−7.83 ± 5.70 mmHg vs 3.78 ± 7.42 mmHg), respectively. Moreover, the responders and nonresponders in the normotensive group presented significant changes in SBP as well (−8.58 ± 5.52 mmHg vs 5.71 ± 3.84 mmHg).ConclusionSBP presents a heterogeneous response to a controlled RT program in hypertensive and normotensive elderly women. A different modality of training and additional therapies should be used for nonresponders in order to decrease resting SBP.

"Identification of high responders for interleukin-6 and creatine kinase following acute eccentric resistance exercise in elderly obese women" (2014). Faculty Research and Creative Activity. 35.

Objectives: To evaluate the quality of life of the elderly with Diabetes Mellitus and to relate the time since diagnosis of diabetes with the quality of life of elderly persons receiving care at a basic health unit. Method: A cross-sectional quantitative study carried out in a Basic Health Unit with 196 elderly persons. For data collection, three instruments were used: one structured (sociodemographic and clinical variables) and the Whoqol-bref and Whoqol-old, with scores ranging from 0 to 100. Descriptive statistical analysis, Student's T-test and Pearson's correlation were performed. Results: Of the 196 diabetic patients, the majority were male (54.6%) with a mean age of 67.5 (±6.5) years. The mean time since diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus was 9.1 years. The domains of the Whoqol-bref with the highest scores, indicating better quality of life, were Social Relations and Psychological, while a worse quality of life was observed in Environment.

Background Blood flow restriction (BFR) exercise has shown to induce a positive influence on bone metabolism and attenuate muscle strength loss and atrophy in subjects suffering from musculoskeletal weakness. Despite the known benefits of BFR exercise, it remains unclear whether or not the pressurization of blood vessels damages the endothelial cells or increases risk for formation of thrombi. Thus, the effects of BFR exercise on coagulation, fibrinolysis, or hemostasis, remains speculative. Objective The aim of the present study was to perform a systematic review of the short and long- term effects of BFR exercise on blood hemostasis in healthy individuals and patients with known disease (ie, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and ischemic heart disease). Data Sources A systematic review of English and non-English articles was conducted across PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar databases, including reference lists of relevant papers. Study quality assessment was evaluated using the modified version of Downs and Black checklist. Search results were limited to exercise training studies investigating the effects of BFR exercise on blood hemostasis in healthy individuals and patients with disease. Level of evidence was determined according to the criteria described by Oxford Center for Evidence-Based Medicine. Study selection Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and non-randomized controlled trials (NRCTs) that examined the effects of exercise with BFR exercise vs exercises without BFR on blood hemostasis in healthy individuals and patients were included. Data extraction Nine studies were eligible (RCT =4; NRCT =5). Results The average score on the Downs and Black checklist was 11.22. All studies were classified as having poor methodological quality wherein the level of evidence provided in all reviewed studies was level IIb only (ie, poor quality RCTs). Conclusion Considering the limitations in the available evidence, firm recommendations cannot be provided.

ResumoObjetivo: Identificar os fatores associados à qualidade de vida de idosos que frequentam uma unidade de saúde de Ceilândia-DF. Método: Pesquisa de abordagem quantitativa do tipo descritiva com delineamento transversal, realizada com 277 idosos, por meio de entrevista para investigação das variáveis demográficas, socioeconômicas, clínicas e aplicação do WHOQOL-bref, com análise estatística descritiva. Resultados: Os idosos avaliados demonstraram melhor qualidade de vida no domínio "relações sociais", seguido do "psicológico", "físico" e, por último, "meio ambiente". Conclusões: Os fatores significativamente associados à qualidade de vida neste estudo foram: doença, tabagismo, atividade física, alteração visual e história de queda. Os problemas/barreiras conhecidos neste estudo podem direcionar os profissionais de saúde que atuam na atenção primária. A assistência direcionada poderá permitir uma relação de confiança entre o profissional de saúde e o idoso, além de auxiliá-los a resolver os problemas/ barreiras que estão afetando sua qualidade de vida. AbstractObjective: To identify factors associated with quality of life of elderly attending a Health Unit in Ceilandia, Federal District, Brazil. Method: Quantitative approach with descriptive cross-sectional design conducted with 277 elderly through interviews to investigate demographic, socioeconomic, and clinical variables and application of the WHOQOL-bref, with descriptive statistical analysis. Results: The elderly showed better quality of life in the domain "social relations", followed by "psychological", "physical" and finally "environment". Conclusions: Factors significantly associated with quality of life in this study were: disease, smoking, physical activity, visual and history of falls. The problems / barriers known in this study can guide the health professionals who work at primary health care. The targeted assistance may enable a trusting relationship between the health professional and the elderly as well as help them to solve the problems / barriers that affect their quality of life.