A Revista Brasileira de Ciências Agrárias é um periódico de divulgação científica publicado pela Editora da Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuc

Introduction Breast cancer has innumerable consequences in women’s lives and physical activity can be beneficial during this period. Objectives To analyze the influence of belly dancing on the body image and self-esteem of women during and after breast cancer treatment. Methods Nineteen women diagnosed with breast cancer, divided into a control group (8 women) and a study group (11 women), who were under treatment or post-treatment at the Center for Oncological Research (CEPON), participated in the study. A questionnaire was used for data collection, divided into three blocks as follows: a) general information - sociodemographic and clinical characterization; b) body image - Body Image After Breast Cancer; and c) self-esteem - Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. The study group underwent a belly dance intervention consisting of 60-minute classes, twice a week, for a total period of 12 weeks. Women in the control group only maintained their routine activities. Results Significant changes were observed in the improvement of body image in the belly dance group in the pre- and post-intervention periods in the body stigma (p = 0.017) and transparency (p = 0.021) scales. There were no changes in regards to self-esteem. The control group had no changes in either body image or self-esteem. Conclusion The influence of belly dancing on the improvement of women’s body image was observed after 12 weeks of intervention. Thus, it is understood that physical activity may help these women after breast cancer, and should be encouraged by health professionals in this field. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - Investigation of treatment results.

Introduction: Surgical treatment after the diagnosis of breast cancer can lead to several consequences of the survivor’s upper limb. Objective: Analyze the physical function of the upper limb after breast cancer surgery in Southern Brazilian survivors. Method: 82 breast cancer survivors (55±10 years) receiving hormone therapy were included. A questionnaire for general information, pain (Visual Analogue Scale), and upper limb functionality (DASH) were applied, followed by physical tests; the shoulder range of motion (goniometer), strength (dynamometer), proprioception (kinesimeter) and arm volume (perimeter of the arm). Results: No differences were found for any variable of physical function in relation to mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery. However, better scores of strength and the shoulder range of motion were found for the non-surgery arm. Linear regression demonstrated a relation between pain, strength, range of motion, proprioception, and arm volume with the disabilities of the upper limb, and when adjusted by surgery modality, shoulder range of motion, arm volume, and proprioception maintained significantly. Conclusion: Breast cancer survivors presented physical disabilities on the upper limb after surgery, regardless of the modality of surgery. Results elucidate the need for an efficient post-treatment program to prevent poor physical function after breast cancer surgery and provide better daily activities to these women.

The seed yield of guarana (Paullinia cupana H.B.K. var. sorbilis) is affected by weeds. Management is difficult for Amazon farmers and ranchers, owing to the hot and humid climate prevailing in the region, which makes mechanical control inefficient and leads farmers to the decision to use herbicides. Herbicide damage to this species is unknown. The objective of this study was to evaluate glyphosate damage to the development and quality of guarana seedlings. The treatments consisted of glyphosate doses at concentrations of 0, 126, 252, 540, 1080, 2160 and 3240 g a.e. ha⁻¹ and were evaluated for 60 days, in two applications. Analyses were performed for biometrics, seedling development, anthracnose and Injury characteristics. Glyphosate caused symptoms of Injury in all doses applied, but lower doses did not interfere with seedling growth and development. There was a correlation between anthracnose severity and increased glyphosate dose. When applied correctly, glyphosate can be an integrated weed management tool for use in guarana crops.

Resumo Introdução: Novas intervenções de dança aplicadas na reabilitação da doença de Parkinson permitem diferentes benefícios nos sintomas motores da doença. Objetivo: Analisar a influência do samba brasileiro na sensação de fadiga de indivíduos com doença de Parkinson. Métodos: Participaram 47 indivíduos, média de idade 68±9,3 anos, 24 do grupo controle (GC) e 23 do experimental (GE). O GC foi formado por aqueles que não participaram da intervenção, e o GE por indivíduos que participaram do protocolo de dança. A coleta de dados foi dividida em dois momentos, pré e pós-intervenção, com questionário composto por: Informações gerais; Mini Exame do Estado Mental; Escala Unificada de Avaliação da Doença de Parkinson (UPDRS); Qualidade de vida (PDQ-39); Fadiga (FSS-BR); Mudanças Percebidas. Resultados: Os resultados mostram que após as 12 semanas, o GE apresentou uma melhora nos escores do FSS-BR, assim como o GE apresentou melhora significativa no UPDRS total, bem como na comparação entre os dois grupos no período pós-intervenção. Quanto aos escores do PDQ-39, depois da intervenção houve mudança significativa nos valores totais apenas no GE. Conclusão: Conclui-se que o samba brasileiro parece influenciar a sensação de fadiga de indivíduos com doença de Parkinson, bem como os valores do UPDRS e da PDQ-39.