Publications by authors named "Jose R de Souza Junior"
Background: Physical performance tests are reliable tools to assess aspects related to strength, power, and mobility. Unfortunately, few studies were performed with older adults. The main goal of this study was to describe reference values for the Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (CKCUEST) and Upper Quarter Y Balance Test (UQYBT) in older adults and to determine differences based on sex.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEffects of two gait retraining programs on pain, function, and lower limb kinematics in runners with patellofemoral pain: A randomized controlled trial.
PLoS One
January 2024
Background: Patellofemoral Pain (PFP) is one of the main injuries in runners. Consistent evidence support strengthening programs to modulate symptoms, however, few studies investigated the effects of gait retraining programs.
Objective: To investigate the effects of two different two-week partially supervised gait retraining programs on pain, function, and lower limb kinematics of runners with PFP.
Interaction of Biomechanical, Anthropometric, and Demographic Factors Associated with Patellofemoral Pain in Rearfoot Strike Runners: A Classification and Regression Tree Approach.
Sports Med Open
January 2024
Article Synopsis
- Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common injury in runners, and this study investigated how various factors interact to contribute to it using Classification and Regression Tree analysis.
- Runners with PFP showed distinct differences in biomechanics, such as higher braking ground reaction force and lower contact times compared to healthy controls, with the model successfully classifying 84.2% of PFP cases.
- The findings suggest that certain modifiable biomechanical factors could be key targets for future interventions to help prevent or manage PFP in runners.
While some studies have found strong correlations between peak tibial accelerations (TAs) and early stance ground reaction forces (GRFs) during running, others have reported inconsistent results. One potential explanation for this is the lack of a standard orientation for the sensors used to collect TAs. Therefore, our aim was to test the effects of an established sensor reorientation method on peak Tas and their correlations with GRFs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDespite its positive influence on physical and mental wellbeing, running is associated with a high incidence of musculoskeletal injury. Potential modifiable risk factors for running-related injury have been identified, including running biomechanics. Gait retraining is used to address these biomechanical risk factors in injured runners.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Functional performance tests are inexpensive, accessible, and easy to apply tools that can be used to help practitioners in daily decision making process. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the reliability and validity of the One Arm Hop Test (OAHT) and Seated Medicine Ball Throw Test (SBMT) in young adults.
Methods: Cross-sectional study with a sample consisted of 59 young adults.
Effects of gait retraining with focus on impact versus gait retraining with focus on cadence on pain, function and lower limb kinematics in runners with patellofemoral pain: Protocol of a randomized, blinded, parallel group trial with 6-month follow-up.
PLoS One
October 2021
Article Synopsis
- Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common injury among runners, with many athletes experiencing long-term issues; this study aims to evaluate two different two-week gait retraining programs against a control group for their effectiveness in reducing pain and improving function.* -
- The study will involve three groups: one focusing on impact, one on cadence, and a control group with no intervention, measuring outcomes like pain during running and daily activities, as well as lower limb kinematics.* -
- The hypothesis is that both retraining programs will outperform the control group in alleviating pain and improving symptoms, and that the effects will last for six months, with no significant difference between the two training methods.*
Effects of Kinesio Taping on peak torque and muscle activity in women with low back pain presenting fears and beliefs related to physical activity.
J Bodyw Mov Ther
October 2020
Background: KT is an elastic taping that has been widely used as an adjunct to conventional physiotherapy. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of Kinesio Taping on peak torque, muscle fatigue index and muscle activity of erector spinae in women with low back pain presenting fears and beliefs related to physical activity.
Methods: This is a pilot controlled clinical trial.