Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro

This study tested two ways of delivering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for people with panic disorder that hasn't improved with standard treatment. 46 adults were split into two groups: one received traditional in-person CBT, the other used a self-guided app following the sa…

This study tested a self-guided therapy program delivered through a mobile app for adults whose panic disorder did not improve with standard treatments. 45 participants used the app for eight weeks while continuing their usual care. The goal was to see if the app could help reduc…

This study looked at whether a supervised exercise program can improve heart and lung function and quality of life in people who have lasting health problems after tuberculosis. Sixty adults with a history of TB took part. They were split into two groups: one did the exercise pro…

This study tested whether neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) can prevent muscle wasting in 22 ICU patients on mechanical ventilation. Participants received NMES sessions for at least 7 days, and their thigh muscles were measured with ultrasound. The goal was to see if th…

This study looked at how to increase early detection of oral cancer in high-risk individuals (smokers and heavy drinkers aged 35+) in Rio de Janeiro. Researchers trained health workers to invite these individuals for a free mouth exam and compared two outreach methods: actively c…