Os efeitos do método Ai Chi em pacientes portadoras da síndrome fibromiálgica

Santana, Jacqueline Soares; Almeida, Ana Paula Gonçalves de; Brandão, Patrícia

doi:10.1590/s1413-81232010000700054

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“…The exercise protocol used was based on the studies of Santana et al 13 and Cunha et al, 14 who developed research using the Ai-Chi method. These exercises were performed entirely in a therapeutic pool and collectively, always respecting individual limits and each participant's specifi c needs.…”

Section: Ai-chi Methods Exercisesmentioning

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Effect of the Ai-Chi Method on Functional Activity, Quality of Life, and Posture in Patients With Parkinson Disease

Villegas

Israel

2014

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation

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Objective: To evaluate the effect of the Ai-Chi method on the functional activities, quality of life, and posture in patients with Parkinson disease. Methods: The sample was divided into 2 groups: intervention (Ai-Chi method exercises; n = 8) and control group (without exercises; n = 7). Subjects were assessed for functional activities (Unifi ed Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale), quality of life (39-item Parkinson's Disease Questionnaire), and posture (postural assessment software SAPO). Results: The subjects in the intervention group showed improvement in functional activities (Unifi ed Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale score, 38.3 vs 23.8, P = .02) and posture (21.53 vs 21.86, P = .029). Conclusion: The Ai-Chi method improves functional activities and head posture in patients with Parkinson disease.Regarding aquatic exercises, there are already scientifi c reports about the effects of these exercises on subjects with PD; however, there is still a need for controlled and systematic studies, covering in detail the criteria for inclusion and exclusion, the disease level, along with the description of the technique used because currently these are scarce. 5 Ai-Chi is a technique used in aquatic physiotherapy in a heated pool with the goal to improve mobility, meditation, relaxation, and body stretching where movements are performed slowly and continuously. 6 These movements performed in a systematic way can infl uence the daily life activities of patients with PD since the changes resulting from the disease affect posture, locomotion, and quality of life (QOL) aspects. However, there are no studies to date in the literature demonstrating the effects of this method on clinical and functional outcomes in PD.Therefore, the aim of the study was to analyze the effects of Ai-Chi on functional activities, QOL, and the posture of patients with PD.

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confidence: 99%

Effect of the Ai-Chi Method on Functional Activity, Quality of Life, and Posture in Patients With Parkinson Disease

Villegas

Israel

2014

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation

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“…Regarding the effectiveness of water therapy, only 2 studies reported no significant improvement compared to the baseline condition. However, one of these studies was composed of only 10 participants (5 in the Ai Chi group and 5 in a control group; PEDro score=1)83 and the other comprised 18 participants (9 in the sauna group and 9 in the hydrotherapy group; PEDro score=4) 84. Thus, 94% of the included studies showed improvement in pain besides ameliorating other symptoms.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Thus, 94% of the included studies showed improvement in pain besides ameliorating other symptoms. In the following sections, we will discuss the possible mechanisms underlying the aquatic exercise effects 11,28,30,31,83–82…”

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<p>Impact of water therapy on pain management in patients with fibromyalgia: current perspectives</p>

Zamunér

Andrade

Arca

et al. 2019

JPR

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Exercise-related interventions have been recommended as one of the main components in the management of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). Water therapy, which combines water's physical properties and exercise benefits, has proven effective in improving the clinical symptoms of FMS, especially pain, considered the hallmark of this syndrome. However, to our knowledge, the mechanisms underlying water therapy effects on pain are still scarcely explored in the literature. Therefore, this narrative review aimed to present the current perspectives on water therapy and the physiological basis for the mechanisms supporting its use for pain management in patients with FMS. Furthermore, the effects of water therapy on the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, and neuroendocrine systems and inflammation are also addressed. Taking into account the aspects reviewed herein, water therapy is recommended as a nonpharmacologic therapeutic approach in the management of FMS patients, improving pain, fatigue, and quality of life. Future studies should focus on clarifying whether mechanisms and long-lasting effects are superior to other types of nonpharmacological interventions, as well as the economic and societal impacts that this intervention may present.

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Resistance exercise training for fibromyalgia

Busch

Webber

Richards³

et al. 2013

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

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The evidence (rated as low quality) suggested that moderate- and moderate- to high-intensity resistance training improves multidimensional function, pain, tenderness, and muscle strength in women with fibromyalgia. The evidence (rated as low quality) also suggested that eight weeks of aerobic exercise was superior to moderate-intensity resistance training for improving pain in women with fibromyalgia. There was low-quality evidence that 12 weeks of low-intensity resistance training was superior to flexibility exercise training in women with fibromyalgia for improvements in pain and multidimensional function. There was low-quality evidence that women with fibromyalgia can safely perform moderate- to high-resistance training.

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Os efeitos do método Ai Chi em pacientes portadoras da síndrome fibromiálgica

Abstract: Os efeitos do método Ai Chi em pacientes portadoras da síndrome fibromiálgicaThe effect of Ai Chi method in fybromialgic patients

Cited by 14 publications

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Effect of the Ai-Chi Method on Functional Activity, Quality of Life, and Posture in Patients With Parkinson Disease

Effect of the Ai-Chi Method on Functional Activity, Quality of Life, and Posture in Patients With Parkinson Disease

<p>Impact of water therapy on pain management in patients with fibromyalgia: current perspectives</p>

Resistance exercise training for fibromyalgia

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