http://hdl.handle.net/10174/1702 2026-04-07T20:56:30Z http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41554 Title: The effects of body-oriented interventions in cancer-related symptoms of women who survived breast cancer: A Protocol for Systematic Review Authors: Guerreiro, Daniela; Cruz-Ferreira, Ana; Santos, Graça; Silva, Brenda; Marmeleira, José; Veiga, Guida Abstract: ABSTRACT Background: Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers worldwide, with a five-year survival rate exceeding 90%. Despite advances in treatment, survivors frequently experience persistent cancer- and treatment-related symptoms, that negatively impact their quality of life (QoL). Body-oriented interventions (BOI) have demonstrated effectiveness in symptom management, however, systematic reviews focused exclusively on BOI for women who survived breast cancer (WSBC) remain limited. This systematic review protocol outlines the methodology for evaluating the scientific evidence on the effects of BOI on cancer- and treatment-related symptoms in WSBC. Objective: To examine the scientific evidence on the effects of BOI on cancer- and treatment-related symptoms in WSBC. Methods: This protocol follows the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocols (PRISMA-P). We will conduct searches in six electronic databases: PubMed, Cochrane, Web of Science, Scopus, APA PsycNet and Portal Regional da BVS. We will include experimental studies focusing on BOI for WSBC. The methodological quality of the studies will be assessed using the PEDro scale, and the level of scientific evidence will be measured through the Best Evidence Synthesis. Two experienced independent reviewers will conduct study selection, data extraction, methodological quality and, scientific evidence assessment. Disagreements will be resolved by a third reviewer. Results: The anticipated outcomes will synthesize the scientific evidence on the effects of BOI on cancer- and treatment-related symptoms in female WSBC. Conclusions: This review will systematically synthesize the effects of BOI on cancer- and treatment-related symptoms in WSBC. The findings will provide health professionals with reliable evidence and methodological guidance for further research. Clinical Trial: CRD42023452519 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41451 Title: Local governance of sport: a national survey on how public opinion evaluates municipal sports development and priorities Authors: Sesinando, André; Seguí-Urbaneja, Jordi; Teixeira, Mário Coelho Abstract: Public policies in sport and good governance adopted by local authorities aim to promote healthier habits and widespread participation in sport. However, little is known about the use of policy instruments by Portuguese municipalities to assess its implementation, evaluation and monitoring. At the same time, there is insufficient data available to evaluate political action and local sports development, making it difficult to assess this progress. Therefore, this research was designed to measure satisfaction with the current level of development in municipalities according to different sports development indicators. We followed an exploratory methodology using quantitative-descriptive and inferential analysis. Data was collected through a questionnaire between November 2024 and January 2025 with 937 responses obtained after validation. Results show a level of agreement between genders regarding satisfaction with the level of sports development, sports services and facilities, while transparency does not show encouraging results due to high level of non-formed opinion. There is also a high level of agreement on policy priorities and the influence of political orientation on public investment in sports. Municipalities play a key role in promoting local sports and modernizing cities and sport facilities, being essential to keep studying their action in different perspectives to measure good governance in sports development and political transparency perception. 2026-02-19T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/10174/40669 Title: Long-term care facilities' response to the COVID-19 pandemic: An international, cross-sectional survey. Journal of Advanced Nursing Authors: Eltayban, Sameh; Igarashi, A; Cal, A; Carrasco, C; Sari, D; Cho, E; Haugan, D; Bravo, J; Abouzeid, N; Wachholz, N; Isaramalai, S; Dawood, S; Abd, E; Moneam, A; Rodríguez, A; Alqahtani, B; Pereira, C; Jenssen, C; Yamamoto-Mitani, N Abstract: Aims To (i) assess the adherence of long-term care (LTC) facilities to the COVID-19 prevention and control recommendations, (ii) identify predictors of this adherence and (iii) examine the association between the adherence level and the impact of the pandemic on selected unfavourable conditions. Design Cross-sectional survey. Methods Managers (n = 212) and staff (n = 2143) of LTC facilities (n = 223) in 13 countries/regions (Brazil, Egypt, England, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Spain, Thailand and Turkey) evaluated the adherence of LTC facilities to COVID-19 prevention and control recommendations and the impact of the pandemic on unfavourable conditions related to staff, residents and residents' families. The characteristics of participants and LTC facilities were also gathered. Data were collected from April to October 2021. The study was reported following the STROBE guidelines. Results The adherence was significantly higher among facilities with more pre-pandemic in-service education on infection control and easier access to information early in the pandemic. Residents' feelings of loneliness and feeling down were the most affected conditions by the pandemic. More psychological support to residents was associated with fewer residents' aggressive behaviours, and more psychological support to staff was associated with less work–life imbalance. Conclusions Pre-pandemic preparedness significantly shaped LTC facilities' response to the pandemic. Adequate psychological support to residents and staff might help mitigate the negative impacts of infection outbreaks. Impact This is the first study to comprehensively examine the adherence of LTC facilities to COVID-19 prevention and control recommendations. The results demonstrated that the adherence level was significantly related to pre-pandemic preparedness and that adequate psychological support to staff and residents was significantly associated with less negative impacts of the pandemic on LTC facilities' staff and residents. The results would help LTC facilities prepare for and respond to future infection outbreaks. 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/10174/40660 Title: Exploring the benefits of a psychomotor intervention mediated by creative dance in community-dwelling older adults: development of new coordination and rhythm tests Authors: Rosado, Hugo; Motta, Patricia; Almeida, Gabriela; Cruz-Ferreira, Ana; Pereira, Catarina Abstract: Background Psychomotor intervention mediated by creative dance is emerging as an enjoyable practice that stimulates balance, coordination, and rhythm, benefiting physical function, cognition, and overall health in older adults. Despite the relevance of this practice, validated tests for assessing motor coordination and rhythm in older adults— essential parameters for motor control and movement regulation—are still needed. Thus, this study assessed the effects of a psychomotor intervention using creative dance in global motor coordination, rhythm, and balance in community dwellings. For this intent, one test to assess older adults’ global motor coordination and one test to assess rhythm were developed and tested. Methods This 12-week non-randomized clinical trial study included 38 participants (73.4 ± 5.7 years), allocated into two groups. The experimental group (EG; n = 19) attended the psychomotor intervention (3x/week; 50 min/ session), while the control group (CG; n = 19) maintained their daily activities. Previous, global motor coordination and rhythm tests were developed based on the underlying literature and expert consultation. Their reliability and validity were determined. Fullerton Advances Balance Secale assessed Balance. Results The test’s intra and inter-rater reliability was excellent, ranging 0.962–1.00. There were positive correlations between the test variables and theoretically-related parameters, p < 0.05. Within-group comparison revealed significant improvements after the intervention in the EG global motor coordination, rhythm, and balance, p < 0.05. Significant differences between groups concerning change (pre-post-intervention) in the previous variables were found, p < 0.05, with an effect size ranging 0.40–0.74. Conclusions The current study supports the reliability and validity of the developed global motor coordination and rhythm tests in community dwellings. Nonetheless, further research is recommended to substantiate these findings in men. The psychomotor intervention mediated by creative dance induced large beneficial effects in global motor coordination, rhythm, and balance. These findings suggest that this practice is beneficial for promoting community-dwelling older adults’ healthy aging. 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z