Facultat de Ciències de la Salut Blanquerna: Recent submissions
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Effects of a combined community exercise program in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome : a randomized clinical trial
(Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2019, vol. 8, núm. 3, 2019-03)Physical activity is associated with a decreased prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea and improved sleep efficiency. Studies on the effects of a comprehensive exercise program in a community setting ... -
Acupoint transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in hospitalized COPD patients with severe dyspnoea: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
(Trials, 2019, vol. 20, número article 707, 2019-12)Background Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) is a major cause of hospital admissions and dyspnoea is its main symptom. Some studies have concluded that a new modality ... -
Basic life-support learning in undergraduate students of sports sciences: efficacy of 150 minutes of training and retention after eight months
(International Journal on Environmental Research and Public Health, 2019, vol. 16, núm. 23, 2019-11)Several professional groups, which are not health professionals, are more likely to witness situations requiring basic life support (BLS) due to the nature of their job. The aim of this study was to ... -
The extension of smoke-free areas and acute myocardial infarction mortality: before and after study
(BMJ Open, 2011, 1:e000067, 2011-04)Objectives: Recent studies suggest that comprehensive smoking regulations to decrease exposure to second-hand smoke reduce the rates of acute myocardial infarction (AMI). The objective of this paper is ... -
Myofunctional therapy (oropharyngeal exercises) for obstructive sleep apnoea
(Cohrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2019, núm. 10, Art. No.: CD013449, 2019-10)This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows: To evaluate the benefits and harms of myofunctional therapy (oropharyngeal exercises) for the treatment of obstructive ... -
Aprendizaje basado en problemas
(Revista de fisioterapia, 2002, núm. 1, p. 26-32, 2002-06)Desde el Área de Fundamentos de Fisioterapia y con el objetivo de mejorar nuestra calidad docente, iniciamos durante el curso 1999-2000 un conjunto de actividades alrededor de una metodología docente ... -
Differences in peak cough flow values assessed by mouthpiece and facemask on healthy subjects
(Journal of Respiratory and Cardiovascular Physical Therapy, 2016, vol. 3, núm. 1, p. 14-19, 2016-04)Background: Coughing is the most important mechanism for evacuating mucus secretions from the airways. Its efficacy directly depends on the Peak Cough Flow (PCF), the maximum air-flow generated during ... -
Salud sexual de las personas con discapacidad física: educación sexual
(International Journal of Developmental and Educational Psychology INFAD Revista de psicología, 2018, vol. 3, núm. 1, p. 41-52, 2018-04)Las personas con discapacidad a menudo quedan excluidas del constructo social de funcionalidad y satisfacción sexual, debido a la existencia de ciertos estereotipos sexuales negativos que suelen tener ... -
Competencias culinarias y consumo de alimentos procesados o preparados en estudiantes universitarios de Barcelona
(Revista española de salud pública, 2016, vol. 90:e1-e13, 2016-09)Fundamentos: Las competencias culinarias pueden tener relevancia en la salud. El objetivo del estudio fue conocer el estado de las competencias culinarias y el consumo de alimentos procesados o preparados ... -
Inspiratory muscle training and exercise versus exercise alone for asthma (Protocol)
(Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2015, núm. 7. Art. No.: CD011794, 2018-09)To assess the effectiveness of inspiratory muscle training plus exercise versus exercise alone in people with asthma. -
Determinants of study completion and response to a 12-month behavioral physical activity intervention in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a cohort study
(PLoS ONE, 2019, 14(5): e0217157, 2019-05)Objectives Physical activity is key to improve the prognosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). To help to tailor future interventions we aimed to identify the baseline characteristics of ... -
Muscle activity of Bulgarian squat: effects of additional vibration, suspension and unstable surface
(PLoS One, 2019, vol. 14, núm. 8:e0221710, 2019-08)Practitioners of strength and conditioning are increasingly using vibration and unstable environments to enhance training effects. However, little evidence has been found comparing the use of suspension ... -
Role of HDL function and LDL atherogenicity on cardiovascular risk: a comprehensive examination
(PLoS One, 2019, vol. 14, núm. 6: e0218533, 2019-06)Background High-density lipoprotein (HDL) functionality and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) atherogenic traits can describe the role of both particles on cardiovascular diseases more accurately than HDL- ... -
Interventions across the retirement transition for improving well-being: a scoping review protocol
(BMJ Open, 2019, 9:e030484, 2019-09)Introduction The work-to-retirement transition involves a process of psychologically and behaviourally distancing oneself from the workforce that is often accompanied by other social changes. The person ... -
Development and validation of a questionnaire to measure family social capital
(SSM - Population Health, vol. 8, 100453, 2019-07)The development and psychometric validation of instruments to measure social capital remains a priority in the field. The aim of the current study was to develop a Questionnaire on Family Social Capital ... -
Exercise-based interventions to enhance long-term sustainability of physical activity in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
(International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, vol. 16, núm. 14, 2019-07)Exercise is a form of physical activity (PA). PA is an important marker of health and quality of life in older adults. The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic review of the literature to ... -
Treadmill interventions in children under six years of age at risk of neuromotor delay
(Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2017, Issue 7, Art. No.: CD009242, 2017-07)Background Delayed motor development may occur in children with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, general developmental delay or children born preterm. It limits the child's exploration of the environment ... -
Radial extracorporeal shock wave device appearance does not influence clinical outcomes: a randomized controlled trial
(Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2019, vol. 51, núm. 3, p. 201-208, 2019)Objective: To determine whether the appearance of a radial extracorporeal shock wave device affects clinical outcomes in chronic plantar fasciitis. Study design: Randomized controlled parallel ... -
Las influencias interpersonales en mujeres con incontinencia urinaria
(Matronas, 2016, vol. 17, núm. 1, p. 6-11, 2016-01)Objetivo: Describir las influencias interpersonales que presentan las mujeres con incontinencia urinaria (IU). Metodología: La perspectiva teórico-metodológica utilizada ha sido la cualitativa fenomenológica, ... -
Nordic walking enhances oxygen uptake without increasing the rate of perceived exertion in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(Respiration, 2015, vol. 89, núm. 3, p. 221-225, 2015-02)Background: In healthy subjects, Nordic walking (NW) generates higher oxygen uptake (V˙O2) than standard walking at an equal rate of perceived exertion (RPE). The feasibility and positive outcomes of ...