https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/18428 2026-08-08T03:57:53Z 2026-08-08T03:57:53Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/49323 2026-08-07T06:23:00Z 2025-09-24T00:00:00Z

Title: Efeito do Método Pilates nas queixas de disfunções do assoalho pélvico de mulheres com diástase dos retos abdominais Abstract: Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) is a common condition during pregnancy, characterized by the separation of the rectus abdominis muscles due to the growth of the uterus. Given the functional relationship between this musculature and the pelvic floor, it is hypothesized that interventions aimed at treating DRA may positively influence pelvic floor dysfunctions. However, the current literature still presents gaps regarding this association. In this context, the objective of the present study was to evaluate the effect of an intervention based on the Pilates Method on pelvic floor dysfunction complaints in women with DRA. This randomized controlled clinical trial included women diagnosed with DRA and with a previous history of pregnancy. Participants were randomized into two groups: the Pilates group (n = 22), which performed Pilates-based exercises (two 30-minute sessions per week), and the control group (n = 22), which did not receive any intervention. Before and after 12 weeks, all participants were assessed for pelvic floor dysfunction complaints using the Pelvic Floor Bother Questionnaire. Statistical analysis was conducted using repeated measures ANOVA, followed by Tukey’s post hoc test.The results showed no significant differences between groups regarding pelvic floor dysfunction complaints (p > 0.05). It was concluded that the intervention based on the Pilates Method did not produce changes in pelvic floor dysfunction complaints in women with DRA

2025-09-24T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/49318 2026-08-07T06:22:24Z 2025-09-22T00:00:00Z

Title: Predição da percepção subjetiva de esforço no surgimento de lesões em atletas universitários overhead

2025-09-22T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/49310 2026-08-06T06:19:12Z 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Title: Efeitos da terapia manual realizada por profissionais na dor muscular de início tardio em praticantes de atividade física e atletas Abstract: Aim: To analyze, through a systematic review with structured narrative synthesis, the effects of professionally applied manual therapy on the reduction of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Methods: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials investigating DOMS following sports massage, classical massage, manual myofascial release, or trigger point release techniques was conducted. Searches were performed in PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, SPORTDiscus, and SciELO without year restrictions, using descriptors related to “delayed onset muscle soreness,” “massage,” “manual therapy,” and “myofascial release.” Physically active adults and athletes exposed to experimental DOMS induction protocols were included. Methodological quality was assessed using the PEDro Scale. Results: Eighteen randomized controlled trials were included. Interventions comprised sports/classical massage (effleurage, petrissage, tapotement), manual myofascial release, and ischemic trigger point compression. Manual therapy reduced DOMS in the majority of studies (17/18), with mean reductions ranging from approximately 28% to 42%, and exceeding 45% in protocols involving sustained pressure and greater tissue specificity. Immediate post-exercise application demonstrated the most consistent effects, although interventions performed at 24–48 hours also showed benefits. Methodological quality was predominantly moderate to good (PEDro scores 4–8), with limitations mainly related to participant and therapist blinding. Conclusion: Professionally applied manual therapy demonstrates consistent evidence of clinically relevant reduction in DOMS in physically active adults and athletes. Effects appear to depend on technique type and timing of application, with stronger findings when delivered immediately post-exercise. Although promising, the true magnitude of effect should be interpreted cautiously due to the moderate methodological quality of the included studies.

2026-03-06T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/49261 2026-08-05T06:21:03Z 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Title: Atividade eletromiográfica dos músculos de tronco, quadril e joelho no agachamento unipodal com haste oscilatória em mulheres com dor femoropatelar Abstract: Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is characterized by moderate pain in the anterior region of the knee, which can worsen during physical activities such as squatting, descending stairs, and running, mainly affecting young women. Physiotherapeutic treatment is the main intervention approach for this population, and squat exercises are widely used; therefore, a broad understanding of these exercises will contribute to a more assertive clinical practice. Thus, the objective of this study was to compare the electromyographic activity of the gluteus medius (GMed), quadriceps (Quad), and internal (IO) and external (IO) obliques during single-leg squats using an oscillating bar (AGA flexi-bar) between female volunteers with and without PFP. Eighty physically active women aged 18-30 years were evaluated and divided into two groups: control (without pain) and PFP. All volunteers underwent electromyographic evaluation of the gluteus maximus (GMed), quadriceps (Quadriceps), internal os (IO), and external os (OE) muscles during a flexi-bar squat exercise (GAS) with 60 degrees of knee flexion, maintaining the position for 6 seconds. Comparison between groups was performed using the independent samples t-test, with a significance level of 5%. Cohen's d was used to determine the effect size. According to the results, greater activation of the GMed was observed in the patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) group compared to the control group, with a moderate effect size, while the other muscles showed similar patterns between the groups. Therefore, it is concluded that the use of the oscillating bar during the squat could be a promising strategy to optimize GMed activation in women with PFPS.

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