Movimiento cientifico

Research training from editorial experience:

Maria Paula Chavarro Rivas — 2025-10-16

Introduction: Scientific research is conceptualized as a set of systematic and methodological processes, its last link being publication. Scientific journals play a fundamental role in the dissemination of research results, but they are also the basis for the development of critical thinking and learning in students. Understanding that writing in specialized journals is one of the most relevant academic tasks in which to do the researcher, this writing can be for the purpose of disseminating or disseminating new knowledge. Reflection: The skills that must be taken into account for the development of the job as an editorial assistant are based on guidelines of communicative capacity, ensuring coordination with the different members of the editorial team, managing to maintain quality content for the public, knowing the mission and vision of the magazine, being clear about where we want to go with each process. Conclusions: Although challenges are faced throughout the tasks assigned as an editorial assistant, they must be overcome with the best attitude, seeking to contribute significantly to the general success of the magazine by guaranteeing the quality and timeliness of the content, taking into account learning as an assistant achieved day by day and even more importantly with the help of research, a branch so beautiful that we still have a lot to continue learning about.

Physiotherapy and Global Health:

Camilo Andrés Estupiñán Ruiz — 2025-08-19

Objective: To critically reflect on the limitations of
the One Health approach and propose, from the
perspective of Latin American Social Medicine
(LASM), a more integrative approach to addressing
the challenges of global health, especially in relation
to physical therapy. Design: A theoretical reflection
study in the form of a narrative literature review,
focusing on the critical analysis of conceptual
approaches to global health, physical therapy, and
the Latin American Social Medicine approach. Site:
This study was not conducted at a specific site, as
it is a theoretical and bibliographical study with no
direct field intervention. Participants: There were
no human participants. The study was based on
academic bibliographic sources, theoretical texts, and
documents from international organizations. Method:
A critical narrative review of academic literature was
conducted in databases such as Scopus, PubMed,
Redalyc, SciELO, among others. The analysis
was conducted from a hermeneutic and critical
perspective, contrasting the One Health and LASM
paradigms and their relationship to physical therapy.
Results: One Health recognizes the relationship
between human, animal, and environmental health,
but has limitations in that it does not adequately
address structural social and economic inequalities.
It is evident that physical therapy, by focusing on
human body movement, can play a fundamental role
in building holistic health, considering the social and
environmental conditions that affect populations.
Conclusions: Critically integrating One Health, SLM,
and physical therapy approaches allows for enriching
understanding and action on global health. This
holistic, interdisciplinary, and equity-minded vision
is key to advancing inclusive, transformative public
policies centered on the right to health of all people.

COVID-19 and its relationship with ischemic cardiovascular disease. systematic review of literature and meta-analysis.

Eulalia Maria Amador-Rodero — 2025-10-16

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on all health indicators related to people's quality of life, demonstrating effects not only at the time of infection but also significant sequelae up to 90 days after the onset of symptoms. Objective: To determine the association of COVID-19 with ischemic cerebrovascular disease in adults. Method: A systematic review of the literature with meta-analysis was developed based on the search for scientific evidence in the Pubmed, Clinical Key, Elsevier, Access medicine, and Ovid databases to identify relevant studies that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria in 2023. Cross-sectional, longitudinal, or cohort studies were selected, without language or time limitations, that showed the association of COVID-19 with the development of ischemic cerebrovascular disease, cerebrovascular accident, or STROKE. Results: Articles published between 2020 and 2023 were analyzed, including cohort and case-control studies. The association between the development of stroke associated with COVID-19 was found to be statistically significant (OR 1.34, 95% CI 1.27–1.42). Conclusions: The comparison of the data allows us to demonstrate that COVID-19 not only had an effect on the respiratory and musculoskeletal systems, but also had a more severe effect on the neurological system than previously thought.

Physiotherapy intervention for pelvic floor dysfunction in a patient with grade III stress urinary incontinence.

Dilia Ines Guardo Navarro — 2025-10-16

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common
dysfunction in women that significantly affects
their quality of life (Milsom & Gyhagen, 2019). This
study aims to describe the rehabilitation process
of a patient with severe SUI and its functional
outcomes. Method: A case study was conducted on
a 58-year-old female teacher with a history of basal
cell carcinoma, moderate obesity, hysterectomy, and
grade I cystocele. She presented with severe urine
loss and daily use of disposable protectors. Physical
evaluation revealed hypertonic diaphragmatic
tone, 3 cm abdominal diastasis, positive perineal
descent test, and hypotonic abdominal muscles. A
therapeutic plan was established based on habit
modification, pelvic floor strengthening with Emsella
chair and biofeedback, as well as home-based
Kegel and hypopressive exercises (Dumoulin et al.,
2014). Results: After three months of therapy, the
patient showed significant improvement, reducing
the use of protectors, eliminating dyspareunia and
nocturnal leakage, and improving her quality of life.
Conclusion: This case highlights the effectiveness of
physiotherapy in SUI rehabilitation, achieving positive
functional outcomes and improving the patient’s
well-being.

Assessment of Aerobic Capacity in Pediatric Oncology Patients:

Johana Cristina Mora Mera — 2025-10-16

Aim This study aims to conduct a comprehensive review of the scientific literature to identify and evaluate available instruments for measuring aerobic fitness in pediatric cancer patients or cancer survivors. Validated instruments with a high level of evidence are selected for implementation in this population. Materials and methods
The search for articles was conducted in various databases, including PubMed, PeDro, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, Hindawi, and Scielo, covering publications between 2018 and 2023. Specific descriptors related to the pediatric population, cancer, exercise, and aerobic capacity were used. Studies with a level of evidence greater than 2+ according to the SIGN classification were included. The focus was on assessing aerobic capacity using reliable and validated instruments. Results The review compiled information on several aerobic fitness measurement instruments in pediatric cancer patients. These included the 6-Minute Walk Test, the 1-Minute Sit-to-Stand Test, the 2-Minute March Test, the Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test, and the Chester Test. Most of these instruments demonstrated robust psychometric properties, with reliability coefficients ranging from 0.80 to 1, reducing the risk of error in the results, and validity levels ranging from acceptable to good (0.70–0.95). Conclusion This article highlights the importance of evidence-based practice in physical therapy, focusing on assessment as a starting point for therapeutic intervention. It provides a compilation of validated instruments for assessing aerobic capacity in pediatric oncology patients, allowing practitioners to select and apply the most appropriate measures based on each patient's clinical and contextual conditions. This approach contributes to more effective and personalized interventions in oncology treatment.

Physical therapy and quality of life in pediatric palliative care: An evidence-based literature review.

Johana Cristina Mora Mera — 2025-10-16

Objective This study aims to explore the impact of physical therapy on the quality of life of pediatric patients in palliative care, highlighting its role within the interdisciplinary team. Materials and Methods This project will use a literature review approach to examine the available evidence on physical therapy in pediatric palliative care. The review was registered prospectively. The information search was conducted in recognized academic databases such as Medline, PubMed, Web of Science and Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro), Scopus, Google Scholar, Dialnet, and Scielo. To ensure comprehensive coverage, specific terms and keyword combinations related to physical therapy in pediatric palliative care were used. Results Various physical therapy interventions were found in pediatric palliative care, especially in patients with oncological diseases. Physical therapy in this context focuses on maintaining and improving essential functions such as mobility, ventilation, and pain control, addressing common symptoms such as fatigue, dyspnea, and chronic pain. The most common interventions include respiratory techniques such as bronchial hygiene, breathing exercises, and the use of noninvasive ventilation, as well as motor therapies focused on mobilization, resisted exercises, positioning, and the use of orthoses to promote functionality. The use of complementary therapies such as therapeutic massage is also notable, having shown benefits in reducing pain, anxiety, and muscle tension. Another relevant aspect was the implementation of personalized exercise programs tailored to each child's interests and clinical condition, combining strength, endurance, mobility, and body awareness, and delivered both at home and in the clinic. These approaches not only contributed to improving the child's quality of life but also had a positive impact on the well-being of their caregivers. Conclusion It is evident that physical therapy in pediatric palliative care is a valuable tool through various specialized interventions. Different adapted exercise programs, combining strength, coordination, and mobility training, have shown 73% adherence in children with advanced cancer, maintaining functional benefits even in the terminal stages of the disease (López et al., cited in Ortiz-Campoy et al., 2021). In essence, physical therapy in pediatric palliative care is chosen as a fundamental pillar to optimize patients' quality of life, addressing both physical and emotional and social aspects. Its impact is evident in the reduction of debilitating symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and dyspnea; the preservation of functionality; the promotion of independence; the prevention of complications secondary to immobility; the relief of physical discomfort; and the promotion of participation in meaningful activities. Despite growing evidence of its benefits, studies also point to the need for stronger research, specialized training for professionals, and the allocation of greater resources in this field, particularly in resource-limited countries (Ortiz-Campoy et al., 2021). The integration of physical therapy into multidisciplinary teams is considered crucial to providing comprehensive care focused on the needs of children and their families.

Characterization of musculoskeletal symptoms in employees of companies affiliated with academic physical therapy programs in the workplace

Mónica Mildred Perdomo Hernández — 2025-10-16

Introduction: "Musculoskeletal disorders" (MSDs) encompass a wide range of conditions, both inflammatory and degenerative, that affect various tissues of the musculoskeletal system. The disorders can cause pain and restrict an individual's work capacity, so the presence of combined risks in the work environment can increase the prevalence of DMEs. Objective: To characterize the musculoskeletal symptoms and biomechanical dangers in workers of academic field practices (PAC) in the Health and Work area of the Physiotherapy Program of the Universidad del Rosario. Methodology: This research was carried out in three companies from different economic sectors (manufacturing, food and cosmetics) where physiotherapy students from the Universidad del Rosario carried out the PAC in the area of Health and Work, using the Nordic questionnaire, which facilitates the recognition of the felt morbidity of the musculoskeletal system through the worker's perception; the ErgoIBV software, specifically through the use of the ErgoCheck category, which allows the qualitative and direct identification of occupational risks associated with non-ergonomic conditions and psychosocial factors. Results: The three companies have a high percentage of workers with a probability of ergonomic risk; being for the food and restaurant company (100%), cosmetics with (88%) and packaging manufacturing in a lower percentage with (85%). In the forced posture/repetitive task category, it is possible to see how the food and restaurant company is exposed with (100%), the packaging manufacturing company with (95%) and the cosmetics company with (88%); which may be associated with the imposed work pace (online work), lack of autonomy, repetitive and monotonous work. Conclusions: The study carried out in the three companies where the academic field practices (PAC) are developed, individual risk factors such as age, gender, biomechanical and psychosocial dangers are evident, which may be associated with the neuromusculoskeletal symptoms manifested. by the collaborators, which is corroborated with the reports provided in the scientific evidence where it is argued from the different theories of DMEs that these are of multifactorial origin; For this reason, a comprehensive approach must be carried out that allows prioritizing the dangers and thus establishing intervention strategies that allow reducing and controlling the risks by developing prevention and promotion activities.

Exploring Sports Addiction

Lizandro Angulo Rincón — 2025-10-16

Sport addiction is a behavioral disorder in which the individual exhibits dependence on exercise despite pain, fatigue, and injuries, among other manifestations. This study aims to systematically explore and synthesize the scientific literature on sport addiction from a sociohistorical, clinical, and cultural perspective, focusing on its etiology, diagnosis, and prevalence. A qualitative and exploratory approach is employed, using documentary research methods, including its digital variant, to analyze specialized literature. The findings and conclusions suggest that, according to current studies—and despite the presence of comorbid conditions that may trigger it—sport addiction requires specialized attention to mitigate its symptoms and help athletes cope with the consequences on their physical and mental health.

Oncological physiotherapy in the area of palliative care from an interdisciplinary perspective

Mariela Alejandra Perugini — 2025-10-16