Publications by authors named "Ricardo Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo"
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- - The study investigates the link between foot pain and the risk of falls in patients with Parkinson's disease, comparing them to a control group without the disease.
- - Out of 124 subjects, the Parkinson's group showed a significantly higher fall risk (40.3%) compared to just 3.2% in the control group, with notable differences in most assessed dimensions on the Downton scale.
- - The findings suggest that foot pain is a contributing factor to the high fall risk in Parkinson's patients, emphasizing the need for awareness and preventive measures.
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- The fifth metatarsal fracture is a common foot injury in sports, influenced by intrinsic factors like foot type and bone density, as well as extrinsic factors like sports activities and playing surfaces.
- A literature review analyzed studies to find the key risk factors associated with this injury, identifying that soccer, critical maneuvers, and foot biomechanics are significant contributors.
- Understanding these risk factors is essential for developing preventive measures and effective treatment strategies for athletes at risk of this injury.
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- The study evaluated the effects of neural mobilization (NM) on balance and plantar pressures in 18 healthy non-athletic subjects.
- Results showed no significant differences in plantar pressure or balance measures after NM treatment, indicating it does not enhance these factors.
- Despite the lack of significant changes, measurements were reliable, suggesting consistency in the results (ICC ≥ 0.769).
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- The claw toe deformity causes pain primarily in adults, and while various treatments exist, none perfectly restore foot mechanics.
- This review focused on the technical aspects of kinematic evaluation methods for patients with claw toes and examined what is known about correcting the deformity beyond surgical options to reduce fall risks in the elderly.
- A search of multiple databases revealed various studies on different treatments, but a significant gap exists regarding understanding the postsurgical impact on foot mechanics, highlighting the need for further research in this area.
Influence of the biomechanical evaluation of rupture using two shapes of same intramedullary implant after proximal interphalangeal joint arthrodesis to correct the claw/hammer pathology: A finite element study.
Int Wound J
August 2024
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- A study using finite element analysis was conducted on a new intramedullary implant for correcting claw-hammer toe deformity via proximal interphalangeal joint arthrodesis, which affects 20% of people.
- The research compared two implant orientations (neutral implant and a 10° angled implant) on a virtual model of a patient’s foot during the toe-off phase of walking, analyzing mechanical stress distributions against a non-surgical foot model.
- Results showed that the neutral implant significantly reduced tensile and compressive stresses at the proximal phalanx compared to the non-surgical model, while the angled implant increased stress levels, suggesting it could lead to implant failure and is not recommended for use.
The aim of the present study was to determine the effectiveness of simultaneous bilateral visual diaphragm biofeedback (BFB) from ultrasonography in conjunction with inspiratory muscle training (IMT) on diaphragmatic thickness during normal breathing and respiratory and clinical outcomes in patients with non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) and determine the influence of age and sex. A single-blind randomized clinical trial was carried out (NCT04582812). A total sample of 96 patients with NSLBP was recruited and randomized by sex-based stratification into IMT ( = 48) and BFB + IMT ( = 48) interventions over 8 weeks.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: COVID-19 disease affected the cognitive level of institutionalized patients in nursing homes, especially in the older subjects regardless of gender. This study aims to assess cognitive impairment using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) before and after COVID-19 infection, and to determine whether these changes varied based on gender.
Methods: A pre- and post-COVID-19 study was conducted, involving 68 geriatric patients (34 men and 34 women) from two nursing homes.
A Secondary Analysis of Gender Respiratory Features for Ultrasonography Bilateral Diaphragm Thickness, Respiratory Pressures, and Pulmonary Function in Low Back Pain.
Tomography
June 2024
The aim of the present study was to determine the gender respiratory differences of bilateral diaphragm thickness, respiratory pressures, and pulmonary function in patients with low back pain (LBP). A sample of 90 participants with nonspecific LBP was recruited and matched paired by sex (45 women and 45 men). Respiratory outcomes included bilateral diaphragm thickness by ultrasonography, respiratory muscle strength by maximum inspiratory (MIP) and expiratory (MEP) pressures, and pulmonary function by forced expiratory volume during 1 s (FEV), forced vital capacity (FVC) and FEV/FVC spirometry parameters.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To evaluate the foot-health-related quality of life in individuals with versus without lower-limb lymphedema.
Methods: A case-control study was carried out in an academic clinic in Lisbon, Portugal. Eighty participants (40 controls and 40 with lymphedema) were included in the study.
Objective: To evaluate the moral distress (MD)in health professionals of pediatric and adult units to show how the complexity of care in the pediatric field causes the professionals who carry out their activity in these units to present a higher level of moral distress and a worse climate ethical.
Design: Observational study with health professionals who currently work in Spanish Hospitals.
Methods: A 58-item questionnaire was electronically distributed which included sociodemographic and employment characteristics, the Spanish version of the Measure of Moral Unrest for Healthcare Professionals (MMD-HP-SPA) and the Hospital Ethical Climate Survey (HECS).
Reliability and validity of the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) test for post-traumatic stress disorder in mental health nurses in Spain.
Arch Psychiatr Nurs
June 2024
Background: Here we report the reliability and test/re-test validity of a Castillan version of the PCL-5 (PCL5-C) in mental health nurses.
Methods: A sample of 52 consecutive nurses was recruited from two psychiatric hospitals and four psychiatrists units of general hospitals in Madrid, Spain.
Results: We detected high internal consistency for the study questionnaire at the test assessment (n = 52) and at retest 0.
Alcohol-Based Chlorhexidine and Potassium Sorbate Rub Strengthens the Effectiveness of Traditional Hand Scrubbing and Improves Long-Lasting Effectiveness-Evaluation of Hand Preparation Protocols According to EN 12791.
Antibiotics (Basel)
May 2024
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- Surgical handrub, while easy and effective, is overshadowed by chlorhexidine (CHG)-based scrubbing, which remains the preferred surgical hand prep despite not fully meeting European standards for efficacy.
- Alcohol-based products have struggled to show long-lasting effectiveness, and while multi-step hand scrubbing is more effective, the lengthy process can deter healthcare workers.
- This study highlights that combining CHG 4% hand scrubbing with a novel ethanol and potassium sorbate solution meets efficacy requirements and shows a significant improvement in sustained antimicrobial action compared to existing methods.
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- Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic autoimmune condition that primarily impacts the spine and can affect foot health, leading to issues like Achilles enthesitis and plantar fasciitis.
- The study compared the foot health and quality of life in 112 participants, with 56 having AS and 56 without, using a Foot Health Status Questionnaire.
- Results showed individuals with AS had significantly lower scores in various areas related to foot health and overall quality of life, indicating a negative impact from the condition.*
Introduction: Kinesiophobia and lymphedema appear to be related conditions, and it is important to understand this relationship, as many of the symptoms and comorbidities presented by individuals with lower limb lymphedema are prevented and treated through movement, thus constituting kinesiophobia as a barrier to intervention. The objective of this study is, therefore, to evaluate and analyze the kinesiophobic beliefs reported by individuals with and without lower limb lymphedema, regarding the agreement, severity and differences found, and to establish levels of kinesiophobia.
Methods: A case-control study with a total sample of 80 participants (40 with lower limb lymphedema and 40 without) was performed.
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- Foot problems are prevalent, affecting 18% to 63% of individuals and significantly impacting quality of life and functional ability.
- A study compared foot health and quality of life between 304 rural and urban patients, using the SF-36 Health Questionnaire.
- Results indicated that the rural population reported better mental health and lower bodily pain scores compared to the urban group, suggesting differences in quality of life.
The aim of the study was to determine the presence of human papillomavirus (HPV) in patients with intractable plantar keratosis (IPK) by comparing the histopathological findings of biopsies. A prospective, observational, and concordance study was carried out. Three different specimens were taken from each IPK.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Functional Hallux Limitus (FHL) is a dynamic foot dysfunction characterized by a limitation of hallux dorsiflexion when the first metatarsal head is under load. FHL plays a role in the development of osteoarthrosis in the first metatarsophalangeal joint (IMTPJ). Forefoot disorders can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, leading to dysfunction and pain.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOxidative stress has been proposed as a significant part of the pathogenesis of fibromyalgia, and the phase angle in bioelectrical impedance analysis has been explored as a potential technique to screen oxidative abnormalities. This study recruited 35 women with fibromyalgia and 35 healthy women, who underwent bioelectrical impedance analysis and maximum isometric handgrip strength tests. Women with fibromyalgia showed lower bilateral handgrip strength (right hand: 16.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The diaphragm is considered the main muscle involved in breathing and also linked to trunk stabilization functions. Up to date, rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI) has been the most used technique to evaluate unilaterally the transcostal diaphragm thickness. Nevertheless, the inspiratory activity of both hemi-diaphragms is bilaterally performed at the same time, and its simultaneous evaluation with a thoracic orthosis could improve its assessment as well as its re-education with visual biofeedback of both hemi-diaphragms at the same time.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOrthopaedic Simulation of a Morton's Extension to Test the Effect on Plantar Pressures of Each Metatarsal Head in Patients without Deformity: A Pre-Post-Test Study.
Diagnostics (Basel)
September 2023
Background: the area beneath the metatarsal heads is a common location of foot pain, which is often associated with high plantar pressures. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of the application of a Morton's extension on the pressure in the metatarsal bones of the foot using a pressure platform.
Methods: twenty-five subjects without musculoskeletal pathology were selected for this study, and an experiment was conducted with them as the subjects, before and after application of a Morton's extension.
Comparison between virtual and hybrid education for psychological factors and academic stress in freshman nursing students: a case-control study.
BMC Nurs
September 2023
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- The study investigated the impact of different learning methods during the COVID-19 pandemic on nursing students' mental health, specifically focusing on resilience, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and academic stress.
- A total of 140 freshman nursing students participated, half in hybrid learning and half in virtual learning, using various self-report questionnaires to assess their mental health.
- Results indicated that students in virtual education experienced significantly higher levels of depression compared to those in hybrid education, likely due to reduced face-to-face interaction with peers and instructors.
Unlabelled: Background This study aimed to check the diagnostic accuracy of a new test to identify Achilles tendinopathy.
Study Design: Observational study.
Methods: Seventy patients recruited from a private medical centre met the diagnostic criteria for unilateral Achilles tendinopathy (age, 45.
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- - The study focused on how different types of medial foot arch (high, low, and neutral) affect postural stability and core muscle activity in 103 collegiate athletes from various sports.
- - Researchers used surface electromyography (sEMG) to measure muscle activity and stability, finding no significant differences in muscle activity or stability among the foot arch types, despite trends suggesting that high arches might perform better than low arches.
- - The results indicated that while overall muscle activity and stability varied slightly, static and dynamic balance issues were correlated across all foot types, leading to the conclusion that foot arch type doesn't drastically impact performance in terms of stability for these athletes.
Background: Hard insoles have been proposed to decrease plantar pressure and prevent foot pain and paresthesia due to repetitive loading. The aim of this research was to analyze the effect of three different hard insoles in cycling on healthy subjects.
Methods: A crossover randomized trial was carried out.
Background: Hallux limitus is a common foot disorder whose incidence has increased in the school-age population. Hallux limitus is characterized by musculoskeletal alteration that involves the metatarsophalangeal joint causing structural disorders in different anatomical areas of the locomotor system, affecting gait patterns. The aim of this study was to analyze dynamic plantar pressures in a school-aged population both with functional hallux and without.
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