Banca de DEFESA: STEPHANO TOMAZ DA SILVA

Uma banca de DEFESA de DOUTORADO foi cadastrada pelo programa.
STUDENT : STEPHANO TOMAZ DA SILVA
DATE: 03/05/2024
TIME: 08:30
LOCAL: remoto
TITLE:

RevELA Project: MOTOR CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS

KEY WORDS:

: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Physiotherapy, Cross-sectional study, Evidence-based practice

PAGES: 185
BIG AREA: Ciências da Saúde
AREA: Fisioterapia e Terapia Ocupacional
SUMMARY:

Introduction: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) causes significant impairment of motor abilities. Among the professionals involved in treating the condition, physical therapists stand out for designing intervention plans aimed at optimizing functionality. However, physical therapists often face challenges in creating personalized and appropriate treatment plans for individuals with ALS. Objective: To analyze aspects related to motor symptoms of individuals with ALS, in terms of motor evolution and the best evidence for motor care for this population. Methodology: This thesis comprises three methodological designs, namely a systematic review, a clinical practice guideline, and a longitudinal study. Results: In total, five articles compose this thesis: 1) A systematic review protocol; 2) A systematic review with meta-analysis; 3) A clinical practice guideline; 4) A cross-sectional study; and 5) a mixed-methods study. Conclusion: Evidence analysis indicates that physical therapy practices can improve the functionality of individuals with ALS; however, benefits for other symptoms remain uncertain. We also found that fatigue is related to functionality, cognition, and pain symptoms in a sample of Brazilian individuals with ALS.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Interna - 2179208 - ANA RAQUEL RODRIGUES LINDQUIST
Externa à Instituição - LARISSA COUTINHO DE LUCENA - ISD
Externa à Instituição - LORENNA RAQUEL DANTAS DE MACEDO BORGES - UFRN
Externo à Instituição - SUELLEN MARY MARINHO DOS SANTOS ANDRAD - UFPB
Presidente - 2319151 - TATIANA SOUZA RIBEIRO