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- Aplicação do Relation Play em crianças com perturbação autistaPublication . Campos, Filipa; Portugal, Paula; Cardoso, Joana; Fernandes, ÂngelaEste estudo teve como objectivo verificar a eficácia de um programa de Relation play em crianças com Perturbação Autista, incidindo na comunicação não verbal e de interacção social. A amostra foi constituída por 3 crianças com Perturbação Autista. Foi realizado um estudo de caso quantitativo de carácter pré-experimental do tipo ABA. Os participantes foram submetidos a um programa de Relation Play constituído por 13 sessões, duas vezes por semana. O instrumento utilizado foi uma lista de verificação de comportamentos. Verificaram--‐se melhorias em alguns aspectos da comunicação não verbal e interacção social.
- Autoavaliação e avaliação pelos pares: relato de prática pedagógica no processo de ensino aprendizagem PBL na licenciatura em Terapia Ocupacional da ESS IPPPublication . Miranda, Leonor G.; Faias, Joaquim; Marques, António; Coelho, Tiago; Rocha, Nuno; Portugal, Paula; Trigueiro, Maria João; Sousa, Helena; Fernandes, Ângela; Silva, VitorNos modelos de ensino aprendizagem, centrados no estudante tal como é o caso do Problem Based Learning (PBL) aplicado na licenciatura em Terapia Ocupacional (TO) da ESS, é preconizada a participação dos discentes no sistema de avaliação como meio de promover o próprio processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Assim, é entendida uma avaliação para a aprendizagem, onde existe uma oportunidade para uma conexão relevante entre a aprendizagem e a avaliação. A utilização de formas colaborativas de aprendizagem, tais como a autoavaliação e a avaliação pelos pares, possibilita ao professor compreender melhor como é que o estudante está a aprender e consequentemente ajustar o planeamento pedagógico. Por outro lado, proporciona ao estudante um maior foco na identificação de competências a desenvolver, promovendo a reflexão, a metacognição e uma participação e envolvimento pró-ativos. Neste relato, mais qualitativo, de prática pedagógica pretende-se partilhar/expressar o processo de autoavaliação e avaliação pelos pares que tem vindo a ser utilizado pelos estudantes de TO na ESS IPP e analisar as respetivas vantagens e desafios deste método, numa perspetiva tanto dos estudantes como dos tutores.
- Burden on informal caregivers of individual with Neuromuscular DiseasePublication . Matos, Marta; Alves, Anabela; Machado, Nuno; Fernandes, ÂngelaNeuromuscular Diseases (ND) can damage individual’s functionality, requiring the support of a caregiver. This situation can result in caregivers’ burden. Understand which characteristics are predictors of burden on informal caregivers.
- Clinical applications of biomaterials: thermoplastic for upper limb orthoticsPublication . Faias, Joaquim; Antunes, José; Miranda, Leonor; Fernandes, Ângela; Coelho, Tiago; Silva, Vitor; Miranda, Leonor; Fernandes, Ângela; Simões-Silva, VitorThe development of biomaterials with favorable physical and mechanical properties for making orthotics for the upper limb has evolved consielerably, and can contribute to offering more personalized, safe and effective therapeutic interventions. Orthoses for the upper limb can be built individually and require the selection of a suitable biomaterial and knowleelge of its characteristics on the part of the healthcare professional. Various low-temperature thermoplastics, which are relatively easy and understandable to use (such as polycaprolactone-based provided with a coating layer), allow for safe mouleling directly onto the desired musculoskeletal structures, optimizing, and sometimes synergistically accumulating, various therapeutic objectives, such as anatomical alignment, pain reduction, prevention or correction of deformity, among others. This paper discusses the types of biomaterials for upper limb orthotics, according to different conditions (rheumatology, orthotraumatology and neurology) and analyzes different characteristics (drapability, rigidity, resistance to stretch, conformability, memory, bonding, working time (after first and second thermal activation) and potential limitations (durability, potential biocompatibility risks and cost). Some challenges in clinical practice are discussed: gaps in long-term studies that also include biomechanicaL therapeutic and subjective criteria (perceived comfort and aesthetic acceptability), psychosocial impact, monitoring and safety, therapeutic adherence, applied research with user-centered approaches and 3D printing of upper limb orthotics (thermoplastic filament designed specifically for Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), also known as Fused Deposition lvlodelling (FDM) 3D printing technology). ln a broader context, this work may point to the need for further longitudinal multidisciplinary research, underpinned by an ethically responsible and more ecological attitude, to respond to current sustainability challenges and contribute to evidence-based, person-centered practice.
- Cognitive predictors of balance in Parkinson’s diseasePublication . Fernandes, Ângela; Mendes, Andreia; Rocha, Nuno; Tavares, João Manuel R. S.Postural instability is one of the most incapacitating symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) and appears to be related to cognitive deficits. This study aims to determine the cognitive factors that can predict deficits in static and dynamic balance in individuals with PD. A sociodemographic questionnaire characterized 52 individuals with PD for this work. The Trail Making Test, Rule Shift Cards Test, and Digit Span Test assessed the executive functions. The static balance was assessed using a plantar pressure platform, and dynamic balance was based on the Timed Up and Go Test. The results were statistically analysed using SPSS Statistics software through linear regression analysis. The results show that a statistically significant model based on cognitive outcomes was able to explain the variance of motor variables. Also, the explanatory value of the model tended to increase with the addition of individual and clinical variables, although the resulting model was not statistically significant The model explained 25-29% of the variability of the Timed Up and Go Test, while for the anteroposterior displacement it was 23-34%, and for the mediolateral displacement it was 24-39%. From the findings, we conclude that the cognitive performance, especially the executive functions, is a predictor of balance deficit in individuals with PD.
- Comparing the effects of two balance intervention programs on the center of pressure oscillation of elderly individualsPublication . Oliveira, Bibiana; Silva, Ana Sofia; Azevedo, Ricardo; Matos, Paula; Coelho, Tiago; Lopes, Daniela; Fernandes, Ângela; Portugal, Paula; Santos, RubimWith the ageign process, changes occur that compromise mobility and balance. These changes increase the risk of falls in the elderly.
- Comparing the effects of two different intervention programs on mobility, balance and risk of falls in elderly individualsPublication . Azevedo, Ricardo; Oliveira, Bibiana; Silva, Ana Sofia; Matos, Paula; Coelho, Tiago; Fernandes, Ângela; Santos, Rubim; Portugal, PaulaMobility and balance impairments are frequent in old age. Consequently, elderly individuals may present a higher risk of falling, which in turn can have dire consequences.
- Comparing the effects of two different intervention programs on the level of axiety and depression in elderly individualsPublication . Silva, Ana Sofia; Oliveira, Bibiana; Matos, Paula; Lopes, Daniela; Portugal, Paula; Coelho, Tiago; Fernandes, Ângela; Santos, RubimThroughout the process of aging, there are several changes that can cause postural instability or balance disability, increasing the number of fall in elderly.
- Effects of dual-task training on balance and executive functions in Parkinson's disease: a pilot studyPublication . Fernandes, Ângela; Rocha, Nuno; Santos, Rubim; Tavares, João Manuel R. S.The aim of this study was to analyze the efficacy of cognitive-motor dual-task training compared with single-task training on balance and executive functions in individuals with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen subjects, aged between 39 and 75 years old, were randomly assigned to the dual-task training group (n = 8) and single-task training group (n = 7). The training was run twice a week for 6 weeks. The single-task group received balance training and the dual-task group performed cognitive tasks simultaneously with the balance training. There were no significant differences between the two groups at baseline. After the intervention, the results for mediolateral sway with eyes closed were significantly better for the dual-task group and anteroposterior sway with eyes closed was significantly better for the single-task group. The results suggest superior outcomes for the dual-task training compared to the single-task training for static postural control, except in anteroposterior sway with eyes closed.
- Eficácia da intervenção da osteopatia nas disfunções ginecológicas: uma revisão sistemáticaPublication . Fernandes, Ângela; Ferreira, Inês; Almeida, Maria; Boaventura, Maria Francisca; Sousa, Helena; Campelo, NataliaOs distúrbios ginecológicos apresentam elevada prevalência e têm como possíveis consequências o aumento da dor e a diminuição da qualidade de vida. Apesar do tratamento ser maioritariamente farmacológico, cada vez mais a osteopatia se tem afirmado como uma forma de tratamento válida e eficaz. Sistematizar os ensaios clínicos randomizados de forma a verificar a eficácia da intervenção osteopática na dor e qualidade de vida de mulheres com distúrbios ginecológicos em idades compreendidas entre o período pós-menarca e pré-menopausa.