Technologies for Studying and Teaching Human Anatomy: Implications in Academic Education.

The teaching of human anatomy (HA) constitutes one of the fundamental pillars of the curriculum in biological and healthcare-related programs. Therefore, it is imperative that the methodology and didactics employed in this discipline equip students in the best possible way. The traditional method of teaching HA involves lectures and practical classes with previously dissected cadaveric specimens and dissection activities.

Handgrip Strength and Clinical Evolution of People Living with HIV: A Mini Narrative Review.

HIV infection is a worldwide epidemic. Antiretroviral therapy allows people living with HIV (PLHIV) increased longevity and a better quality of life. Among the various ways of monitoring the clinical evolution of PLHIV, handgrip strength (HGS) is a promising strategy, as this test can be used to assess the health condition quickly and at a low cost.

Impact of Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular Risk on the Quality of Life of People Living with HIV.

Background: The time elapsed since HIV infection diagnosis (TdiagHIV) affects the quality of life (QoL) and can get worse when chronic illnesses start.

Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the impact of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and cardiovascular risk (CVR) on the QoL of people living with HIV (PLHIV).

Methods: Cross-sectional study, with 60 PLHIV followed at a Reference Center in the city of Jataí, Goiás, Brazil.

Relationship of handgrip strength with health indicators of people living with HIV in west Pará, Brazil.

Background: Handgrip strength (HGS) is an important health indicator that can be influenced by body composition and biochemical markers of people living with HIV, contributing to better understanding of health-related outcomes.

Objective: To analyze the relationship between HGS and health indicators in people living with HIV.

Methods: Cross-sectional study, with 207 people living with HIV, attending a reference center, located in Santarém, Pará, Brazil.

Relationship Between Handgrip Strength and Age in the Body Composition Variables Among People Living with HIV.

Background: The study of aging and handgrip strength (HGS) is important to gain knowledge regarding health care and quality of life in people living with HIV (PLHIV).

Objective: The aim of the study is to analyze the relationship between HGS and age in the body composition variables of PLHIV.

Methods: The sample consisted of 77 PLHIV, divided into three groups: G40 - PLHIV aged 40-49 years (n=39); G50 - PLHIV aged 50-59 years (n=26); and G60 - PLHIV aged 60-69 years (n=12).

Electromyographic evaluation of upper limb muscles involved in armwrestling sport simulation during dynamic and static conditions.

Objective: To evaluate the electromyographic activity of the Pectoralis Major (PM), Biceps Brachii (BB), Pronator Teres (PT) and Flexor Carpi Ulnaris (FCU) muscles involved in simulated armwrestling.

Methods: Ten trained volunteers were selected to perform the armwrestling movement, during dynamic tests with 40% and 80% of maximum voluntary load (MVL) and static tests in the initial, intermediary and final positions. Electromyographic and force data were normalized for analyses.