Effectiveness of Educational Interventions on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Urinary Incontinence in Women: A Systematic Review.

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions in improving knowledge, attitudes and/or practices (KAP) related to Urinary Incontinence (UI) in women.

Method: Systematic review.

Search Strategy: We searched the databases PubMed, Cochrane, Scopus, Virtual Health Library and Embase and identified 467 potential records.

Low-level laser therapy for nipple trauma and pain during breastfeeding: systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on nipple trauma and pain during breastfeeding through a systematic review with a meta-analysis of selected studies.

Source Of The Data: A thorough search was conducted on March 22, 2022, using the databases PubMed, SciELO, LILACS, PEDro, CINAHL, EMBASE, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Google Scholar, MEDLINE, the Cochrane Library, Clinical Trials, Web of Science, TRIP, DARE, and ProQuest. The search terms included various combinations of low-level laser therapy, nipple pain, nipple trauma, and breastfeeding.

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Toward Urinary Incontinence Among Physically Active Women.

Introduction And Hypothesis: Urinary incontinence (UI) is a prevalent condition that can impact the quality of life of physically active women. This study aimed to evaluate knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to UI among women who exercise in gyms.

Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was carried out from March to July 2022, in gyms located in the city of Parnaíba, in northeastern Brazil with physically active women.

Non-pharmacological interventions for perineal trauma in the postpartum period: A scoping review.

Background: Non-pharmacological interventions for perineal trauma are crucial for postpartum women's care, providing an alternative to excessive medication use and the associated potential adverse effects for both the woman and her newborn.

Aim: To map the non-pharmacological interventions studied in the context of childbirth-related perineal trauma over the years.

Methods: A systematic search was conducted on PubMed, BVS/Bireme, CINAHL, Embase, Scielo, ProQuest, ProQuest theses, Medline, Web of Science, and Scopus electronic databases.

Effect of power training on physical functional performance of patients with Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Introduction: Parkinson's disease (PD) is becoming more prevalent, highlighting the urgency of developing treatments to minimize its effects on muscular strength and physical function. Power training (PT) is a potential approach that may improve endurance and muscular power, essential for maintaining functional ability in PD.

Objective: To compare the effect of PT versus control or other physical activity (PA) interventions on physical functional performance (PFP) in PD patients.

Continence App® Impact on Puerperal Women's Knowledge, Attitude and Practice: Randomized Clinical Trial.

Introduction And Hypothesis: Enhancing women's knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) concerning urinary incontinence (UI) through diverse educational strategies has been a focal point for professionals in recent years. This study was aimed at assessing the impact of the educational application Continence App® on the KAP of postpartum women experiencing UI. We hypothesized that access to the app would lead to improved KAP among these women.

Effectiveness of vestibular rehabilitation on postural balance in Parkinson's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Introduction: Postural balance impairment can affect the quality of life of patients with Parkinson's disease. Previous studies have described connections of the vestibular system with postural functions, suggesting a potential participation of the basal ganglia in receiving vestibular stimuli. This systematic review aims to summarize the evidence on the effectiveness of vestibular rehabilitation on postural balance in patients with Parkinson's disease.

Reliability and validity of the Brazilian version of the world health organization disability assessment schedule (WHODAS 2.0) questionnaire for women with urinary incontinence.

Purpose: To analyze the reliability and validity of the WHODAS 2.0 instrument for women with urinary incontinence (UI).

Methods: This is a methodological study with Brazilian women with complaints of urge, stress or mixed UI, over 18 years old, without cognitive disorders.

Effectiveness of photobiomodulation therapy on pain intensity in postpartum women with nipple or perineal trauma: protocol for a multicentre, double-blinded, parallel-group, randomised controlled trial.

Introduction: Photobiomodulation (PBM) using low-level laser can affect tissue repair mechanisms and seems promising in reducing pain intensity. However, few studies support the effectiveness of PBM on postpartum period complications, such as nipple and/or perineal trauma and pain, probably due to the low doses used. The primary objective of this study is to analyse the effectiveness of PBM on pain intensity in the nipple and perineal trauma in women in the immediate postpartum period.

Physical Exercise Pattern for Undergraduate Students and Its Importance in the Quality of Life, Well-Being, and Future Patient Orientation.

Background: This study evaluated physical activity (PA), physical exercise (PE), quality of life (QoL), PE barriers and benefits, contents learned about PA, and related factors of PE practice among undergraduate medical and nursing students.

Methods: This cross-sectional study conducted an online survey. We collected sociodemographic data and previous knowledge regarding PA/PE.

Women know about perineal trauma risk but do not know how to prevent it: Knowledge, attitude, and practice.

Objective: To evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) preparation for birth among postpartum women, and its related factors.

Methods: Cross-sectional study conducted in a maternity unit among Brazilian women aged 14 years or older during the first 72 h postpartum, who desired and had vaginal birth. Sociodemographic, clinical, and obstetric data were collected using a standardized form from medical charts.

Exercise and Physical Activity Levels and Associated Factors Among High-Risk Pregnant Women.

Objective:  To assess the levels of physical activity and exercise practice, and examine the associated maternal characteristics; as well as the anxiety levels of high-risk pregnant women.

Methods:  A cross-sectional study conducted with pregnant women at a High-risk Prenatal Clinic (HRPC) in a tertiary maternity. Pregnant women of 18 to 40-years-old, with a single fetus, and with gestational age up to 38 weeks were included.

Responsiveness of Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory (PFDI-20) and Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire (PFIQ-7) after pelvic floor muscle training in women with stress and mixed urinary incontinence.

Objective: To evaluate the responsiveness of Brazilian-Portuguese version of Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory-20 (PFDI-20) and Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire-7 (PFIQ-7) after pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) in women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and mixed urinary incontinence (MUI).

Study Design: This is an observational study with 72 women (51.8 ± 11.

Cross-cultural adaptation to Brazilian Portuguese and assessment of the measurement properties of the Questionnaire for Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis (QUID).

Objective: This study aimed to adapt the Questionnaire for Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis (QUID) into Brazilian Portuguese (QUID-Br) and evaluate its measurement properties, given as reliability, validity, and responsiveness in women with urinary incontinence.

Study Design: It was a methodological study which enrolled 168 women (mean age = 55.1, standard deviation = 17.

Pelvic floor dysfunction distress is correlated with quality of life, but not with muscle function.

Objective: To analyze the relationship between the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) and quality of life (QoL), as well as the function of the pelvic floor muscle (PFM) in women with urinary incontinence (UI).

Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted in two centers in Brazil (Northeast and Southeast regions) with women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and mixed urinary incontinence (MUI). Data on pelvic floor symptoms, discomfort and impact on QoL were collected using the Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory-short form (PFDI-SF-20) and the Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire (PFIQ-7) instruments.

Pelvic floor ultrasound finds after episiotomy and severe perineal tear: systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: Vaginal delivery is a well-known risk factor for pelvic floor muscle (PFM) injuries, mainly when associated to prolonged labor, instrumental birth and perineal trauma such as episiotomy and perineal tears. The purpose of this meta-analysis was to test the hypothesis that episiotomy and severe perineal tear may increase the risk of pelvic floor damage.

Methods: We performed a systematic literature search through electronic databases including MEDLINE PubMed, LILACS BVS, Embase Elsevier and Cochrane Library up to January 2019.

Effects of individual pelvic floor muscle training vs individual training progressing to group training vs group training alone in women with stress urinary incontinence: A randomized clinical trial.

Aims: To assess the effects of individual pelvic floor muscle (PFM) training vs individual training (IT) progressing to group training (GT) vs group-only training in women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI).

Methods: Randomized controlled and pragmatic clinical trials with 90 women with SUI. Participants were randomly allocated to one of three groups: IT, GT, or four individual sessions progressing to group training (IPGT).

Relationship between maternal adverse childhood experiences and infant development: A systematic review (protocol).

Introduction: Twenty years ago, the first study was conducted to access adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their relation to outcomes in adulthood. The effects of exposure to childhood trauma can also be transmitted to other generations. There are some studies that suggest the hypothesis that intergenerational transmission may begin during intrauterine life through the change in placental-fetal physiology due to maternal exposure to adverse events in childhood.

Body Mass Index Changes during Pregnancy and Perinatal Outcomes - A Cross-Sectional Study.

Objective:  To evaluate the relation between changes the body mass index (BMI) percentile, reflected in the Atalah curve, and perinatal outcomes.

Methods:  A cross-sectional study with 1,279 women was performed. Data regarding gestational weight, sociodemographic characteristics and perinatal outcomes were collected through medical charts, prenatal card and interviews in the postpartum period.

The misleading choice for safer births in Brazilian's most developed region: a cross-sectional study.

Purpose: To analyze the Cesarean Section (CS) rate in Brazilian women according to category of health insurance and individual characteristics associated with the mode of delivery.

Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed in three maternity services (one public tertiary referral center, one maternity service for both public and private care, and one private maternity service) in Campinas city, Brazil. Eligibility criteria were: inpatient during the immediate postpartum period, hospital birth, single pregnancy, and live newborn.

An overview of maternal and fetal short and long-term impact of physical activity during pregnancy.

Purpose: To explore information available in the literature about the possible benefits resulting from physical activity (PA) in non-risky pregnant women, repercussion on maternal organism, fetal development, and on long-term offspring health.

Methods: Critical narrative review using online databases.

Results: Through critical discussion of studies focused on PA practiced during pregnancy, it was observed that some of the outcomes investigated on both mother and offspring showed conflicting findings.

Psychological issues facing obese pregnant women: a systematic review.

Objective: To identify, by qualitative and quantitative studies, the psychological aspects considered and/or evaluated during the prenatal care of obese pregnant women, as well as the psychological interventions adopted by health services.

Methods: Systematic review of literature using a mixed method approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative studies. We used databases (Medline/PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and SciELO) and publications from January 2003 to June 2013 using "Obesity," "Pregnancy," "Psy,*" or "Psychology" as Medical Subject Headings (MeSH terms).

A systematic review and meta-analysis of gestational weight gain recommendations and related outcomes in Brazil.

Worldwide, different guidelines are used to assess the adequacy of gestational weight gain. This study identified the recommendations for gestational weight gain in Brazilian women. We also determined the proportion of women with adequate weight gain in accordance with these recommendations and the associated perinatal outcomes.