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Asmuri SN, Kadar M, Razaob NA, Chui CS, Mohd Rasdi HF. The effectiveness of the buddy program training module to enhance the daily living function, social participation and emotional status of older adults in residential aged care homes. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0301544. [PMID: 38568914 PMCID: PMC10990167 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0301544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The Compeer Model, which was originally designed to match individuals recovering from mental illness with volunteers from their community, served as the basis for the development of the buddy program. However, limited research was available related to the buddy program among older adults in a Malaysian context. AIM The study aimed to identify the effectiveness of the buddy program training module to enhance the daily living function, social participation and emotional status of older adults in residential aged care homes. METHODS A quasi-experimental study was conducted with 30 pairs of buddies and older adults for both the experimental group and control group in two randomly selected residential aged care homes. The buddies in the experimental group received the buddy program training module related to activities of daily living (basic and instrumental) while the buddy-older adults pairs in the control group continued to perform their usual daily life activities in residential aged care homes. Baselines were performed before intervention and at eight weeks post-intervention. RESULTS Over the eight weeks, for the older adults in the experimental group, there was a significant main effect of time after the intervention on BADL (p = 0.010). There were no significant interaction effects for the experiment group and control group on IADL and social participation. Also, there were no significant interaction effects for all domains in emotional status: depression, anxiety and stress. For buddies, there was a significant interaction effect for depression (p = 0.045) in the control group. CONCLUSIONS The buddy program training module can be used as a guideline for older adults with more significant disabilities in residential aged care homes in managing activities of daily living. Future studies could be implemented to explore the intergenerational buddy program among older adults and young children in the community.
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- Siti Noraini Asmuri
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Seri Kembangan, Malaysia
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy Program, Centre for Rehabilitation and Special Needs Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy Program, Centre for Rehabilitation and Special Needs Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy Program, Centre for Rehabilitation and Special Needs Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy Program, Centre for Rehabilitation and Special Needs Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy Program, Centre for Rehabilitation and Special Needs Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Malaysia
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Pelucio L, Dourado MCN, Quagliato LA, Nardi AE. Home care for the elderly with dementia: a systematic review. Dement Neuropsychol 2023; 17:e20220052. [PMID: 37965481 PMCID: PMC10642071 DOI: 10.1590/1980-5764-dn-2022-0052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Objetive With the global population aging, there is a growing need for home-based care to meet the health needs of the elderly. However, the quality of care provided to the aged population is now arguably a significant challenge for most healthcare systems worldwide. Methods The present review included 13 original studies on home care and its effects on dementia patients, describing how patient care and adequate treatment can be collaborative for their improvement, for case management, and optimizing pain control and specificities. Results Among the findings, it was evidenced that the environment impacts the form of care, once being at home can improve communication and global monitoring of dementia patients. Conclusion In addition to the results analyzed in this review, there is a need for future, well-designed studies on the different aspects of home care, highlighting the importance of evaluating the type of care for each patient in the quest to optimize the care.
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- Luísa Pelucio
- Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Psiquiatria, Depression Resistant Ambulatory, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Psiquiatria, Depression Resistant Ambulatory, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
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Salas-Groves E, Childress A, Albracht-Schulte K, Alcorn M, Galyean S. Effectiveness of Home-Based Exercise and Nutrition Programs for Senior Adults on Muscle Outcomes: A Scoping Review. Clin Interv Aging 2023; 18:1067-1091. [PMID: 37456063 PMCID: PMC10349578 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s400994] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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This scoping review investigates the volume of evidence for home-based exercise and nutrition programs and their effect on muscle quality among senior adults to inform implementation and future research. It aims to answer the research question: What are the evidence, challenges, and needs for research regarding a home-based exercise and nutrition intervention program to improve muscle outcomes in senior adults? This scoping review was conducted following the PRISMA extension for Scoping Review. The following databases were searched: PubMed, Scopus, MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library. Applied filters were used to help condense the research articles. A total of 13 studies met the inclusion criteria for this scoping review. Most exercise interventions were either resistance or multi-component exercise programs. The nature of the nutrition intervention varied between different supplements, foods, education, or counseling. Muscle outcomes included muscle mass in nine studies, muscle function in all the studies, muscle strength in ten studies, and biochemical analyses in two studies. Two studies found improvements in muscle mass; two studies revealed improvements in all their muscle function tests; and three studies revealed improvements in muscle strength. Muscle biopsy in a study revealed enhanced muscle fibers, but both studies did not reveal any biomarker improvements. The scoping review findings revealed mixed results on the effectiveness of a home-based exercise and nutrition program. However, the current evidence does have many gaps to address before recommending this form of intervention for senior adults as an effective way to prevent and manage sarcopenia. Since this review identified multiple knowledge gaps, strengths, and limitations in this growing field, it can be a starting point to help build future study designs and interventions in this population.
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- Emily Salas-Groves
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Hospitality and Retail Management, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA
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Tam ACY, Chan AWY, Cheung DSK, Ho LYW, Tang ASK, Christensen M, Tse MMY, Kwan RYC. The effects of interventions to enhance cognitive and physical functions in older people with cognitive frailty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur Rev Aging Phys Act 2022; 19:19. [PMID: 36002799 PMCID: PMC9400290 DOI: 10.1186/s11556-022-00299-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Introduction Cognitive frailty is the co-existence of mild cognitive impairment and physical frailty that increases the risk of adverse health outcomes. The existing systematic reviews on cognitive frailty in the literature have focused only on identifying associated factors and adverse outcomes, and their relationship with frailty and cognition. This study aimed to examine the effects of interventions on cognitive functions, frailty, and physical functions and provide an overview of intervention components used in older people with cognitive frailty. Methods This is a systematic review and meta-analysis. Medline, PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, PsycINFO, and Cochrane were searched for publishing during 2013–2021. Studies were selected based on the following eligibility criteria: 1) older people (age ≥ 60 years), 2) cognitive frailty, 3) outcomes on frailty or cognition or physical function, and 4) randomized controlled trial with any type of intervention. The Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale was used to rate the quality of the included studies. The review protocol was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42021251321). Results Two thousand five hundred six studies were identified, 9 were eligible, and 8 were included in the meta-analysis. The standardized mean difference (Hedges G) between groups of cognitive functions was 0.95, frailty status was 0, physical function in walking was -1.67, and the physical function in core strength assessment was 3.39. Physical activity appeared as an essential component in all interventions for older people with cognitive frailty. Discussion All interventions include physical activity as one of the components. Other components include cognitive training, nutrition education, behavioural intervention, mind–body intervention, psychosocial support, and virtual reality. The interventions are effective to promote cognitive and physical functions, but not physical frailty. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s11556-022-00299-9.
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- School of Nursing and Health Studies, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong, China
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- Centre for Gerontological Nursing, School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Poltechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Centre for Gerontological Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hong Kong, Kong, China
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- Centre for Gerontological Nursing, School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Poltechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing and Health Studies, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Tung Wah College, Ma Kam Chan Memorial Building,31 Wylie Road, Homantin, Hong Kong, China.
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Zhang X, Li J, Sui X, Xu L, Zhu L, Pang Y, Yu T, Lian X, Yu T, Li Y, Xu H, Li F. Effects of Remotely Supervised Physical Activity on Health Profile in Frail Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:807082. [PMID: 35431897 PMCID: PMC9008828 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.807082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background Frailty is considered a major public health challenge of the 21st century, characterized by the decline of multiform body functions. Physical activity may be the most effective intervention to delay frailty. This study aims to verify the effect of remotely supervised physical activity on health profile in community-dwelling frail older adults. Design This is a multicenter, three-blind, two-arm, and cohort randomized controlled study. Methods The intelligent exercise rehabilitation management system (IERMS) is an integrated digital platform that involves evaluation, guidance, monitoring, and feedback. A total of 120 participants aged ≥ 65 years and diagnosed as frailty on the FRAIL scale will be recruited and randomly divided into two groups. Group 1 will receive a 12-week IERMS-based intervention, and Group 2 will receive the usual care. Data will be collected at baseline, 12 and 24 weeks. The primary outcome is the physical function, and secondary outcomes include gait parameters, psychology, and cognition measurements. Analyses will be performed using DSS statistics, version 25. P < 0.05 will be considered statistically significant. Conclusion We believe that intervention plays a positive role in delaying the frailty. If our program is effective, we will provide a viable means to promote healthy aging in primary healthcare. Trial registration number ChiCTR2100052286; Pre-results.
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Zhang J, Liu Z, Liu Y, Ye L. Exercise interventions for older people at risk for frailty: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e25940. [PMID: 34011071 PMCID: PMC8137036 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000025940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Accepted: 04/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Frailty is a state of age-related reduced physiological reserve characterized by an increased risk of adverse clinical outcomes. Studies have shown that exercise can improve frailty in older people. However, it remains to be seen which exercises will most improve the fitness of older people with frailty or those at the risk for frailty.Objective: This protocol aims to determine whether physical exercise can improve frailty in older people, and if which methods are most effective. METHODS We searched the following databases for relevant articles published between January 1, 2012 and January 1, 2021: PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, Wanfang, the China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Clinical Trials Database, and the Science Network. Two independent reviewers will carry out data extraction, discuss and resolve differences, and obtain consensus from the third author. We will select randomized control trials (RCTs) according to the preformulated inclusion criteria. The main outcomes in this study are scores from Fried Frailty Phenotype Criteria; the Frailty Trait Scale-short form; the SHARE Frailty Instrument; the FRAIL scale; the Gérontopôle Frailty Screening Tool; the Clinical Frailty Scale, the Rockwood and Mitnitsky Frailty Index; the Study of Osteoporotic Fractures Index; the Edmonton Frailty Scale; the Fatigue, Resistance, Ambulation, Illness and Loss of Weight Index; the Multidimensional Prognostic Index; the Tilburg Frailty Indicator; PRISMA-7; the Groningen Frailty Indicator; the Sherbrooke Postal Questionnaire; and the Kihon Checklist. Secondary outcomes are muscle strength, gait velocity, stair-climbing power, and level of spontaneous physical activity. If the heterogeneity test shows slight or no statistical heterogeneity, a fixed effects model will be used for data synthesis; otherwise, a random effects model will be used. We will develop a unified data extraction table that includes a number of parameters. The Cochrane Cooperative Bias Risk Tool will be used to evaluate the methodological quality of the selected RCTs. RevMan Manager 5.3 and STATA 14.0 will be used for data analysis if enough RCTs (more than 10) are identified and selected. RESULT The final results will provide information on the effectiveness of intervention programs for frail older adul and further demonstrate which exercise programs are more effective and which methods can significantly improve frailty. CONCLUSION This protocol will contribute to the development of more effective interventions for elderly individuals with frailty. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This study applies existing literature references; therefore, ethical approval is not required. INPLASY REGISTRATION NUMBER INPLASY202130107.
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- Jianna Zhang
- West China School of Nursing
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Disaster Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- West China School of Nursing
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Disaster Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- West China School of Nursing
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Disaster Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- West China School of Nursing
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Disaster Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Buyuk A, Cetin SY, Sakinci M. The Effects of Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Behavioral Training on Sexual Dysfunction, Incontinence, Physical Activity Level and Quality of Life in the Elderly. SEXUALITY AND DISABILITY 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s11195-021-09684-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Management of Frailty: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2020; 20:1190-1198. [PMID: 31564464 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2019.08.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 97] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2019] [Revised: 08/05/2019] [Accepted: 08/19/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To analyze and determine the comparative effectiveness of interventions targeting frailty prevention or treatment on frailty as a primary outcome and quality of life, cognition, depression, and adverse events as secondary outcomes. DESIGN Systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA). METHODS Data sources-Relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were identified by a systematic search of several electronic databases including MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and AMED. Duplicate title and abstract and full-text screening, data extraction, and risk of bias assessment were performed. Data extraction-All RCTs examining frailty interventions aimed to decrease frailty were included. Comparators were standard care, placebo, or another intervention. Data synthesis-We performed both standard pairwise meta-analysis and Bayesian NMA. Dichotomous outcome data were pooled using the odds ratio effect size, whereas continuous outcome data were pooled using the standardized mean difference (SMD) effect size. Interventions were ranked using the surface under the cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA) for each outcome. The quality of evidence was evaluated using the GRADE approach. RESULTS A total of 66 RCTs were included after screening of 7090 citations and 749 full-text articles. NMA of frailty outcome (including 21 RCTs, 5262 participants, and 8 interventions) suggested that the physical activity intervention, when compared to placebo and standard care, was associated with reductions in frailty (SMD -0.92, 95% confidence interval -1.55, -0.29). According to SUCRA, physical activity intervention and physical activity plus nutritional supplementation were probably the most effective intervention (100% and 71% likelihood, respectively) to reduce frailty. Physical activity was probably the most effective or the second most effective interventions for all included outcomes. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS Physical activity is one of the most effective frailty interventions. The quality of evidence of the current review is low and very low. More robust RCTs are needed to increase the confidence of our NMA results and the quality of evidence.
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Nutritional Intervention to Prevent the Functional Decline in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12092820. [PMID: 32942634 PMCID: PMC7551991 DOI: 10.3390/nu12092820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2020] [Revised: 09/09/2020] [Accepted: 09/10/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Aging is a global public health concern. From the age of 50, muscle mass, muscle strength and physical performance tend to decline. Sarcopenia and frailty are frequent in community-dwelling older adults and are associated with negative outcomes such as physical disability and mortality. Therefore, the identification of therapeutic strategies to prevent and fight sarcopenia and frailty is of great interest. This systematic review aims to summarize the impact of nutritional interventions alone or combined with other treatment(s) in older community-dwelling adults on (1) the three indicators of sarcopenia, i.e., muscle mass, muscle strength and physical performance; and (2) the hospitalization and readmission rates. The literature search was performed on Medline and included studies published between January 2010 and June 2020. We included randomized controlled trials of nutritional intervention alone or combined with other treatment(s) in community-living subjects aged 65 or older. In total, 28 articles were retained in the final analysis. This systematic review highlights the importance of a multimodal approach, including at least a combined nutritional and exercise intervention, to improve muscle mass, muscle strength and physical performance, in community-dwelling older adults but especially in frail and sarcopenic subjects. Regarding hospitalization and readmission rate, data were limited and inconclusive. Future studies should continue to investigate the effects of such interventions in this population.
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Cederbom S, Bjerk M, Bergland A. A qualitative study exploring physical therapists' views on the Otago Exercise Programme for fall prevention: a stepping stone to "age in place" and to give faith in the future. Physiother Theory Pract 2020; 38:132-140. [PMID: 32090667 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2020.1731895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Background: One of the most effective interventions to prevent falls is exercise. A commonly used program that prevents falls is the Otago Exercise Programme (OEP). Despite this, user-based knowledge of its applicability in real-world settings for older adults who are dependent on formal care in their homes is lacking. Purposes: To explore how physical therapists (PTs) experience the applicability of the OEP in clinical practice for home-dwelling older adults who are dependent on formal home care and to determine their beliefs regarding the benefits of the OEP for living longer at home. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 physical therapists. Data were analyzed using qualitative thematic analysis. Results: The OEP was described by PTs to be applicable in clinical practice. Their experience was that the OEP seemed to be meaningful and to have a strong relationship with everyday activities. The OEP improved physical function, mood, self-efficacy, and participation in social activities in older adults, as well as provided faith in the future. Conclusion: The OEP is suitable for use in a primary care setting, and according to the perceptions of physical therapists, the OEP contributes to older adults' capability to live longer at home.
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- Sara Cederbom
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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Petrusevski C, Choo S, Wilson M, MacDermid J, Richardson J. Interventions to address sedentary behaviour for older adults: a scoping review. Disabil Rehabil 2020; 43:3090-3101. [PMID: 32058808 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1725156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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PURPOSE Sedentary behaviour is associated with increased risk for lower health status and all-cause mortality. Older adults spend up to 75%, on average, of their day sedentary, however little is known about interventions designed to decrease sitting time for this population. METHODS A scoping review was conducted to broadly determine what is known about sedentary behaviour interventions for older adults. Electronic databases were searched for articles with eligibility criteria including: (1) interventions containing strategies to decrease sedentary behaviour, (2) adults ≥60 years of age, and (3) reported outcome measures related to sedentary behaviour. RESULTS A total of 32 articles met the inclusion criteria. While methodological quality and intervention characteristics varied among the studies, the majority of interventions used a multi-component approach. Interventions involved a variety of behavioural change strategies with goal setting, information and self-monitoring the most frequently used. Of the 20 studies reporting results, 80% (n = 16) found at least one significant change in sedentary behaviour. CONCLUSION Findings from this scoping review suggest that sedentary behaviour can be reduced in community-dwelling older adults through multi-component targeted interventions. Future work is needed to examine sedentary behaviour interventions for adults >75 years and for persons living in long-term care institutions.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONOlder adults spend up to 75% of their day sedentary and are at an increased risk for chronic conditions, functional limitations, and mortality.Multi-component sedentary behaviour interventions, such as education, physical activity, and activity monitoring should be implemented for older adults.When designing interventions, incorporating goal-setting, self-monitoring and other behaviour change strategies can reduce sitting time for older adults.
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- McMaster Health Forum, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada.,Department of Health Evidence and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada.,Centre for Health Economics and Policy Analysis, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada.,Department of Health Evidence and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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Apóstolo J, Cooke R, Bobrowicz-Campos E, Santana S, Marcucci M, Cano A, Vollenbroek-Hutten M, Germini F, D'Avanzo B, Gwyther H, Holland C. Effectiveness of interventions to prevent pre-frailty and frailty progression in older adults: a systematic review. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 16:140-232. [PMID: 29324562 PMCID: PMC5771690 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2017-003382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 284] [Impact Index Per Article: 56.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To summarize the best available evidence regarding the effectiveness of interventions for preventing frailty progression in older adults. INTRODUCTION Frailty is an age-related state of decreased physiological reserves characterized by an increased risk of poor clinical outcomes. Evidence supporting the malleability of frailty, its prevention and treatment, has been presented. INCLUSION CRITERIA The review considered studies on older adults aged 65 and over, explicitly identified as pre-frail or frail, who had been undergoing interventions focusing on the prevention of frailty progression. Participants selected on the basis of specific illness or with a terminal diagnosis were excluded. The comparator was usual care, alternative therapeutic interventions or no intervention. The primary outcome was frailty. Secondary outcomes included: (i) cognition, quality of life, activities of daily living, caregiver burden, functional capacity, depression and other mental health-related outcomes, self-perceived health and social engagement; (ii) drugs and prescriptions, analytical parameters, adverse outcomes and comorbidities; (iii) costs, and/or costs relative to benefits and/or savings associated with implementing the interventions for frailty. Experimental study designs, cost effectiveness, cost benefit, cost minimization and cost utility studies were considered for inclusion. METHODS Databases for published and unpublished studies, available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian and Dutch, from January 2001 to November 2015, were searched. Critical appraisal was conducted using standardized instruments from the Joanna Briggs Institute. Data was extracted using the standardized tools designed for quantitative and economic studies. Data was presented in a narrative form due to the heterogeneity of included studies. RESULTS Twenty-one studies, all randomized controlled trials, with a total of 5275 older adults and describing 33 interventions, met the criteria for inclusion. Economic analyses were conducted in two studies. Physical exercise programs were shown to be generally effective for reducing or postponing frailty but only when conducted in groups. Favorable effects on frailty indicators were also observed after the interventions, based on physical exercise with supplementation, supplementation alone, cognitive training and combined treatment. Group meetings and home visits were not found to be universally effective. Lack of efficacy was evidenced for physical exercise performed individually or delivered one-to-one, hormone supplementation and problem solving therapy. Individually tailored management programs for clinical conditions had inconsistent effects on frailty prevalence. Economic studies demonstrated that this type of intervention, as compared to usual care, provided better value for money, particularly for very frail community-dwelling participants, and had favorable effects in some of the frailty-related outcomes in inpatient and outpatient management, without increasing costs. CONCLUSIONS This review found mixed results regarding the effectiveness of frailty interventions. However, there is clear evidence on the usefulness of such interventions in carefully chosen evidence-based circumstances, both for frailty itself and for secondary outcomes, supporting clinical investment of resources in frailty intervention. Further research is required to reinforce current evidence and examine the impact of the initial level of frailty on the benefits of different interventions. There is also a need for economic evaluation of frailty interventions.
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- João Apóstolo
- Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Nursing School of Coimbra, Portugal Centre for Evidence Based Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing (ARCHA), Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Nursing School of Coimbra, Portugal Centre for Evidence Based Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- Department of Economics, Management and Industrial Engineering, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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- Geriatric Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.,Department. of Clinical Science and Community Health, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Universitat de Valência, Valência, Spain
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- Department. of Clinical Science and Community Health, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri, Milan, Italy
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- Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing (ARCHA), Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing (ARCHA), Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Marcucci M, Damanti S, Germini F, Apostolo J, Bobrowicz-Campos E, Gwyther H, Holland C, Kurpas D, Bujnowska-Fedak M, Szwamel K, Santana S, Nobili A, D'Avanzo B, Cano A. Interventions to prevent, delay or reverse frailty in older people: a journey towards clinical guidelines. BMC Med 2019; 17:193. [PMID: 31660959 PMCID: PMC6819620 DOI: 10.1186/s12916-019-1434-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 09/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Age-related frailty is a multidimensional dynamic condition associated with adverse patient outcomes and high costs for health systems. Several interventions have been proposed to tackle frailty. This correspondence article describes the journey through the development of evidence- and consensus-based guidelines on interventions aimed at preventing, delaying or reversing frailty in the context of the FOCUS (Frailty Management Optimisation through EIP-AHA Commitments and Utilisation of Stakeholders Input) project (664367-FOCUS-HP-PJ-2014). The rationale, framework, processes and content of the guidelines are described. MAIN TEXT The guidelines were framed into four questions - one general and three on specific groups of interventions - all including frailty as the primary outcome of interest. Quantitative and qualitative studies and reviews conducted in the context of the FOCUS project represented the evidence base. We followed the GRADE Evidence-to-Decision frameworks based on assessment of whether the problem is a priority, the magnitude of the desirable and undesirable effects, the certainty of the evidence, stakeholders' values, the balance between desirable and undesirable effects, the resource use, and other factors like acceptability and feasibility. Experts in the FOCUS consortium acted as panellists in the consensus process. Overall, we eventually recommended interventions intended to affect frailty as well as its course and related outcomes. Specifically, we recommended (1) physical activity programmes or nutritional interventions or a combination of both; (2) interventions based on tailored care and/or geriatric evaluation and management; and (3) interventions based on cognitive training (alone or in combination with exercise and nutritional supplementation). The panel did not support interventions based on hormone treatments or problem-solving therapy. However, all our recommendations were weak (provisional) due to the limited available evidence and based on heterogeneous studies of limited quality. Furthermore, they are conditional to the consideration of participant-, organisational- and contextual/cultural-related facilitators or barriers. There is insufficient evidence in favour of or against other types of interventions. CONCLUSIONS We provided guidelines based on quantitative and qualitative evidence, adopting methodological standards, and integrating relevant stakeholders' inputs and perspectives. We identified the need for further studies of a higher methodological quality to explore interventions with the potential to affect frailty.
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- Maura Marcucci
- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada.
- Geriatric Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.
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- Geriatric Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Nutritional Sciences Doctorate, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- Geriatric Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Health Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Nursing School of Coimbra, Portugal Centre for Evidence Based Practice - a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Nursing School of Coimbra, Portugal Centre for Evidence Based Practice - a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence, Coimbra, Portugal
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- The Centre for Ageing Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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- The Centre for Ageing Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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- Family Medicine Department, Wroclaw Medical University, Wroclaw, Poland
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- Family Medicine Department, Wroclaw Medical University, Wroclaw, Poland
- Faculty of Medical Science, Opole Medical School, Opole, Poland
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- Department of Economics, Management and Industrial Engineering, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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- Laboratory of Quality Assessment of Geriatric Therapies and Services, Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Laboratory of Quality Assessment of Geriatric Therapies and Services, Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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Sr PAA, DeFeis B, De Wit L, O'Shea D, Mejia A, Chandler M, Locke DEC, Fields J, Phatak V, Dean PM, Crook J, Smith G. Functional ability is associated with higher adherence to behavioral interventions in mild cognitive impairment. Clin Neuropsychol 2019; 34:937-955. [PMID: 31608773 DOI: 10.1080/13854046.2019.1672792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Objective: Behavioral interventions during early memory decline hold promise in delaying the development of dementia. In the present study, participants in a multimodal behavioral intervention study were assessed for post-intervention adherence and predictors of adherence.Methods: Participants (N = 272, mean age = 75.04 ± 7.54) diagnosed with amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment (aMCI) were assigned to intervention groups receiving four out of five behavioral intervention components, including yoga, memory compensation training, computerized cognitive training, support groups, and/or wellness education. Length of the intervention was 10 days, 4 h per day, with post-intervention follow-up at 6, 12, and 18 months.Results: Two-hundred and thirty-seven participants completed the 6-month post-intervention follow-up measures, 228 participants completed the 12-month measures, and 218 participants completed the 18-month measures. Participants fully adhered to a mean of 2 out of the 4 taught intervention components. Eighty-nine percent of participants were at least partially adherent to one or more taught intervention components at 6-, 12-, and 18-month post-intervention follow-up. Physical activity was the most adhered to intervention while group support was the least adhered to intervention across all three follow-up time-points. Higher educational level, higher baseline depressive symptoms, higher baseline global cognitive functioning, and better baseline and concurrent functional abilities were associated post-intervention adherence.Conclusion: Changes in functional abilities are associated with disease progression among persons with aMCI. In the present study, individuals with aMCI who have higher education, higher depressive symptoms, and better baseline functioning abilities are more likely to adhere to behavioral intervention components over time. Post-intervention adherence also associates with concurrent daily function.
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- Priscilla A Amofa Sr
- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Division of Biomedical Statistics and Informatics, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.,Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, MN, USA
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Liao CD, Chen HC, Huang SW, Liou TH. The Role of Muscle Mass Gain Following Protein Supplementation Plus Exercise Therapy in Older Adults with Sarcopenia and Frailty Risks: A Systematic Review and Meta-Regression Analysis of Randomized Trials. Nutrients 2019; 11:E1713. [PMID: 31349606 PMCID: PMC6723070 DOI: 10.3390/nu11081713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2019] [Revised: 07/22/2019] [Accepted: 07/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Aging and frailty are associated with a high risk of lean mass (LM) loss, which leads to physical disability and can be effectively alleviated by protein supplementation (PS) and muscle strengthening exercise (MSE). In this study, the associations between LM gain and PS + MSE efficacy (measured using physical outcomes) in elderly patients with a high risk of sarcopenia or frailty were identified. A comprehensive search of online databases was performed to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) reporting the efficacy of PS + MSE in elderly patients with sarcopenia or frailty. The included RCTs were analyzed using meta-analysis and risk of bias assessment. We finally included 19 RCTs in this meta-analysis with a median (range/total) Physiotherapy Evidence Database score of 7/10 (5-9/10). The PS + MSE group exhibited significant improvements in the whole-body LM (standard mean difference (SMD) = 0.66; p < 0.00001), appendicular LM (SMD = 0.35; p < 0.00001), leg strength (SMD = 0.65; p < 0.00001), and walking capability (SMD = 0.33; p = 0.0006). Meta-regression analyses showed that changes in appendicular LM were significantly associated with the effect sizes of leg strength (β = 0.08; p = 0.003) and walking capability (β = 0.17; p = 0.04), respectively. Our findings suggest that LM gain after PS + MSE significantly contributes to the efficacy of the intervention in terms of muscle strength and physical mobility in elderly patients with a high risk of sarcopenia or frailty.
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- Chun-De Liao
- School and Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10055, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
- Center for Evidence-Based Health Care, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Sports Science, National Taiwan Sport University, Taoyuan 33301, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan.
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Kidd T, Mold F, Jones C, Ream E, Grosvenor W, Sund-Levander M, Tingström P, Carey N. What are the most effective interventions to improve physical performance in pre-frail and frail adults? A systematic review of randomised control trials. BMC Geriatr 2019; 19:184. [PMID: 31291884 PMCID: PMC6622112 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-019-1196-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 79] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2018] [Accepted: 06/24/2019] [Indexed: 01/09/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND With life expectancy continuing to rise in the United Kingdom there is an increasing public health focus on the maintenance of physical independence among all older adults. Identifying interventions that improve physical outcomes in pre-frail and frail older adults is imperative. METHODS A systematic review of the literature 2000 to 2017 following PRISMA guidelines and registered with PROSPERO (no. CRD42016045325). RESULTS Ten RCT trials fulfilled selection criteria and quality appraisal. The study quality was moderate to good. Interventions included physical activity; nutrition, physical activity combined with nutrition. Interventions that incorporated one or more physical activity components significantly improved physical outcomes in pre-frail and/or frail older adults. CONCLUSIONS Physical activity interventions are key to maintaining independence in pre-frail and frail older adults. A lack of consensus regarding the definition of frailty, and an absence of core measures to assess this means any attempt to create an optimal intervention will be impeded. This absence may ultimately impact on the ability of older and frail adults to live well and for longer in the community.
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- Tara Kidd
- School of Natural Sciences and Psychology, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK
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- School of Health Science, University of Surrey, Surrey, GU2 7YH UK
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- School of Health Science, University of Surrey, Surrey, GU2 7YH UK
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- School of Health Science, University of Surrey, Surrey, GU2 7YH UK
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- School of Health Science, University of Surrey, Surrey, GU2 7YH UK
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- Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden
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- Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden
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- School of Health Science, University of Surrey, Surrey, GU2 7YH UK
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Bjerk M, Brovold T, Skelton DA, Liu-Ambrose T, Bergland A. Effects of a falls prevention exercise programme on health-related quality of life in older home care recipients: a randomised controlled trial. Age Ageing 2019; 48:213-219. [PMID: 30615055 DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afy192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Revised: 12/09/2018] [Accepted: 11/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND falls have serious consequences for quality of life (QOL) and contribute substantially to the global burden of disease. Home care is an important arena to address falls prevention and QOL, but this vulnerable group of older adults is underrepresented in health research. This study explores the effects of a falls prevention exercise programme on health-related quality of life (HRQOL), physical function and falls self-efficacy in older fallers receiving home care. METHODS the study design is a parallel-group randomised controlled trial. The intervention group performed a falls prevention programme based on the Otago Exercise Programme (OEP). The control group received usual care. 155 participants were recruited from primary health care in six Norwegian municipalities. Local physiotherapists supervised the programme. The primary outcome, HRQOL, was measured by the Short-Form 36 Health Survey (SF-36). Secondary outcomes were Berg Balance Scale (BBS), 30-s sit to stand (STS), 4-m walk test, instrumental activities of daily living and Falls Efficacy Scale International. RESULTS intention-to-treat analysis showed that, compared to the control group, the intervention group improved on SF-36's physical component summary as well as BBS. However, the intervention group also demonstrated a decline in the mental health subscale of SF-36. Per-protocol analyses showed significant improvements in all physical subscales of SF-36, STS and BBS scores in the intervention group compared with the control group. CONCLUSION a falls prevention exercise programme based on OEP significantly improved physical HRQOL and balance in older adults receiving home care. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov. NCT02374307. First registration, 16 February 2015.
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- Maria Bjerk
- Department of Physiotherapy, OsloMet—Oslo Metropolitan University, PO Box 4 St. Olavs Plass, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physiotherapy, OsloMet—Oslo Metropolitan University, PO Box 4 St. Olavs Plass, Oslo, Norway
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health, Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Department of Physiotherapy, OsloMet—Oslo Metropolitan University, PO Box 4 St. Olavs Plass, Oslo, Norway
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Dent E, Morley JE, Cruz-Jentoft AJ, Woodhouse L, Rodríguez-Mañas L, Fried LP, Woo J, Aprahamian I, Sanford A, Lundy J, Landi F, Beilby J, Martin FC, Bauer JM, Ferrucci L, Merchant RA, Dong B, Arai H, Hoogendijk EO, Won CW, Abbatecola A, Cederholm T, Strandberg T, Gutiérrez Robledo LM, Flicker L, Bhasin S, Aubertin-Leheudre M, Bischoff-Ferrari HA, Guralnik JM, Muscedere J, Pahor M, Ruiz J, Negm AM, Reginster JY, Waters DL, Vellas B. Physical Frailty: ICFSR International Clinical Practice Guidelines for Identification and Management. J Nutr Health Aging 2019; 23:771-787. [PMID: 31641726 PMCID: PMC6800406 DOI: 10.1007/s12603-019-1273-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 434] [Impact Index Per Article: 86.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2019] [Accepted: 08/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The task force of the International Conference of Frailty and Sarcopenia Research (ICFSR) developed these clinical practice guidelines to overview the current evidence-base and to provide recommendations for the identification and management of frailty in older adults. METHODS These recommendations were formed using the GRADE approach, which ranked the strength and certainty (quality) of the supporting evidence behind each recommendation. Where the evidence-base was limited or of low quality, Consensus Based Recommendations (CBRs) were formulated. The recommendations focus on the clinical and practical aspects of care for older people with frailty, and promote person-centred care. Recommendations for Screening and Assessment: The task force recommends that health practitioners case identify/screen all older adults for frailty using a validated instrument suitable for the specific setting or context (strong recommendation). Ideally, the screening instrument should exclude disability as part of the screening process. For individuals screened as positive for frailty, a more comprehensive clinical assessment should be performed to identify signs and underlying mechanisms of frailty (strong recommendation). Recommendations for Management: A comprehensive care plan for frailty should address polypharmacy (whether rational or nonrational), the management of sarcopenia, the treatable causes of weight loss, and the causes of exhaustion (depression, anaemia, hypotension, hypothyroidism, and B12 deficiency) (strong recommendation). All persons with frailty should receive social support as needed to address unmet needs and encourage adherence to a comprehensive care plan (strong recommendation). First-line therapy for the management of frailty should include a multi-component physical activity programme with a resistance-based training component (strong recommendation). Protein/caloric supplementation is recommended when weight loss or undernutrition are present (conditional recommendation). No recommendation was given for systematic additional therapies such as cognitive therapy, problem-solving therapy, vitamin D supplementation, and hormone-based treatment. Pharmacological treatment as presently available is not recommended therapy for the treatment of frailty.
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- E. Dent, Torrens University Australia, Adelaide, Australia,
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Johnson S, McLeod B, Gupta S, McLeod K. Impact of a home-based nutrition and exercise intervention in improving functional capacity associated with falls among rural seniors in Canada. QUALITY IN AGEING AND OLDER ADULTS 2018. [DOI: 10.1108/qaoa-11-2017-0044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose
A six-month randomized controlled trial was conducted to examine the impact of a home-based nutrition and exercise intervention on functional capacity to prevent falls among rural seniors. The paper aims to discuss this issue.
Design/methodology/approach
Men and women (n=134), aged 60 and older were assigned to one of four groups: exercise, nutrition, exercise-nutrition, and control. Participants in the exercise and exercise-nutrition groups performed a home-based exercise program (Home Support Exercise Program), and the nutrition and exercise-nutrition groups received a liquid nutritional supplement (Ensure®) for six months. Participants were assessed at baseline and six months on functional mobility, balance, flexibility and endurance.
Findings
There were significant group differences over time for functional reach and the Timed Up and Go test, with significant differences existing between exercise and nutrition-exercise, and exercise and nutrition groups respectively. Overall, the exercise group out-performed the other groups in terms of functional capacity and psychological well-being.
Research implications
Improvement of functional health among rural seniors is achievable through the delivery of a home-based intervention focusing on exercise and nutrition.
Practical implications
The study also shows that the effective delivery of an intervention to successfully address a fundamental and persistent problem is possible using existing resources; however, it requires a commitment of focus and energy over considerable time.
Social implications
The approach and findings helps seniors to age in place in a rural context. It shows feasibility of delivering a practical intervention in the rural setting through the health care infrastructure of home care.
Originality/value
Apart from the rural context, the study was innovative at many levels. Specifically, this intervention addressed a significant health issue (functional capacity, falls and injuries), involved frail rural seniors (often hard to reach through community-based programs), provided a feasible intervention (multiple component exercise program), used existing infrastructure (e.g. home care), and espoused community development principles (active involvement of community partners, researchers, and trainees). As well, the study had built-in mechanisms for monitoring and support through the involvement of home service workers who received training. This approach created a strong research to practice connection (another innovation) and was critical for the credibility of the investigation, as well as the sustainability of the intervention. Another innovation was the inclusion of a population health perspective as the study framework. From the population health perspective, this research addressed several determinants of health in rural and urban areas that include: physical environment (intervention within people’s home and rural context), social environment and social support networks (through existing infrastructures of home support workers), health services (availability of health promotion strategy delivered through the health care system) and personal health practices and coping skills (exercise).
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Liao CD, Lee PH, Hsiao DJ, Huang SW, Tsauo JY, Chen HC, Liou TH. Effects of Protein Supplementation Combined with Exercise Intervention on Frailty Indices, Body Composition, and Physical Function in Frail Older Adults. Nutrients 2018; 10:E1916. [PMID: 30518122 PMCID: PMC6315527 DOI: 10.3390/nu10121916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2018] [Revised: 11/28/2018] [Accepted: 11/30/2018] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Aging poses a high risk of lean mass loss, which can be effectively improved through resistance exercise training (RET), or multicomponent exercise training (MET) as well as nutrition supplementation, such as protein supplementation (PS). This study investigated the effects of PS plus exercise training on frail older individuals. A comprehensive search of online databases was performed to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that reported the efficacy of PS combined with RET or MET in frail older individuals. The included RCTs were analyzed through a meta-analysis and risk-of-bias assessment. We finally included 22 RCTs in the meta-analysis, with a mean (range/total) Physiotherapy Evidence Database score of 6.7 (4⁻9/10). PS plus exercise training significantly improved the frailty status (odds ratio = 2.77; p = 0.006), lean mass (standard mean difference (SMD) = 0.52; p < 0.00001), leg strength (SMD = 0.37; p < 0.00001), and walking speed (SMD = 0.32; p = 0.002). Subgroup analyses revealed that PS plus MET exert significant effects on frailty indices, whereas PS plus RET further improves lean mass. Our findings suggest that PS plus RET as well as MET is effective in improving frailty status, lean mass, muscle strength, and physical mobility in frail older individuals.
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- Chun-De Liao
- School and Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10055, Taiwan.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
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- School of Nursing, College of Nursing, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 10675, Taiwan.
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- School and Graduate Institute of Nutrition Science, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
- Graduate Institute of Sports Science, National Taiwan Sport University, Taoyuan 33371, Taiwan.
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- School and Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10055, Taiwan.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
- Center for Evidence-Based Health Care, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
- Obesity Research Center, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 23561, Taiwan.
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Gwyther H, Bobrowicz-Campos E, Luis Alves Apóstolo J, Marcucci M, Cano A, Holland C. A realist review to understand the efficacy and outcomes of interventions designed to minimise, reverse or prevent the progression of frailty. Health Psychol Rev 2018; 12:382-404. [DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2018.1488601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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- Holly Gwyther
- The Centre for Ageing Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- previously IRCCS Ca'Granda Maggiore Policlinico Hospital Foundation, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- The Centre for Ageing Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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Apóstolo J, Cooke R, Bobrowicz-Campos E, Santana S, Marcucci M, Cano A, Vollenbroek-Hutten M, Germini F, D'Avanzo B, Gwyther H, Holland C. Corrigendum: Effectiveness of interventions to prevent pre-frailty and frailty progression in older adults: a systematic review. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 16:1282-1283. [PMID: 29762317 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2017-003761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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- João Apóstolo
- Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Nursing School of Coimbra, Portugal Centre for Evidence Based Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing (ARCHA), Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Health Sciences Research Unit: Nursing, Nursing School of Coimbra, Portugal Centre for Evidence Based Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- Department of Economics, Management and Industrial Engineering, University of Aveiro, Averio, Portugal
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- Geriatric Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.,Department of Clinical Science and Community Health, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Universitat de Valência, Valência, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Science and Community Health, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri, Milan, Italy
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- Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing (ARCHA), Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing (ARCHA), Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Dombrowsky TA. Relationship between engagement and level of functional status in older adults. SAGE Open Med 2017; 5:2050312117727998. [PMID: 28904793 PMCID: PMC5588797 DOI: 10.1177/2050312117727998] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2017] [Accepted: 07/31/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Functional status is an important component of quality of life for older adults and for their caregivers. Factors associated with level of functional status include age, comorbidity, cognitive status, depression, social support, and activity. Of the types of activity linked with functional status, the strongest evidence is for physical exercise, with weaker evidence for social and productive activity. Engagement is a construct including motivation, commitment, and participation.
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- Thomas A Dombrowsky
- College of Nursing and Health Innovation, The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, USA
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Bjerk M, Brovold T, Skelton DA, Bergland A. A falls prevention programme to improve quality of life, physical function and falls efficacy in older people receiving home help services: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial. BMC Health Serv Res 2017; 17:559. [PMID: 28806904 PMCID: PMC5556992 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-017-2516-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2016] [Accepted: 08/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Falls and fall-related injuries in older adults are associated with great burdens, both for the individuals, the health care system and the society. Previous research has shown evidence for the efficiency of exercise as falls prevention. An understudied group are older adults receiving home help services, and the effect of a falls prevention programme on health-related quality of life is unclear. The primary aim of this randomised controlled trial is to examine the effect of a falls prevention programme on quality of life, physical function and falls efficacy in older adults receiving home help services. A secondary aim is to explore the mediating factors between falls prevention and health-related quality of life. METHODS The study is a single-blinded randomised controlled trial. Participants are older adults, aged 67 or older, receiving home help services, who are able to walk with or without walking aids, who have experienced at least one fall during the last 12 months and who have a Mini Mental State Examination of 23 or above. The intervention group receives a programme, based on the Otago Exercise Programme, lasting 12 weeks including home visits and motivational telephone calls. The control group receives usual care. The primary outcome is health-related quality of life (SF-36). Secondary outcomes are leg strength, balance, walking speed, walking habits, activities of daily living, nutritional status and falls efficacy. All measurements are performed at baseline, following intervention at 3 months and at 6 months' follow-up. Sample size, based on the primary outcome, is set to 150 participants randomised into the two arms, including an estimated 15-20% drop out. Participants are recruited from six municipalities in Norway. DISCUSSION This trial will generate new knowledge on the effects of an exercise falls prevention programme among older fallers receiving home help services. This knowledge will be useful for clinicians, for health managers in the primary health care service and for policy makers. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov . NCT02374307 . First registration, 16/02/2015.
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- Maria Bjerk
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo and Akershus University College, PO box 4 St. Olavs plass, Oslo, 0130 Norway
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo and Akershus University College, PO box 4 St. Olavs plass, Oslo, 0130 Norway
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, School of Health and Life Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo and Akershus University College, PO box 4 St. Olavs plass, Oslo, 0130 Norway
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Participation levels of physical activity programs for community-dwelling older adults: a systematic review. BMC Public Health 2014; 14:1301. [PMID: 25523712 PMCID: PMC4301079 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-14-1301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2014] [Accepted: 12/12/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background Although many physical activity (PA) programs have been implemented and tested for effectiveness, high participation levels are needed in order to achieve public health impact. This study aimed to determine participation levels of PA programs aimed to improve PA among community-dwelling older adults. Methods We searched five databases up until March 2013 (PubMed, PubMed publisher, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, and Web of Science) to identify English-written studies investigating the effect of PA programs on at least one component of PA (e.g. frequency, duration) among community-dwelling populations (i.e. not in a primary care setting and/or assisted living or nursing home) of persons aged 55 years and older. Proportions of participants starting and completing the PA programs (initial and sustained participation, respectively) were determined. Results The search strategy yielded 11,994 records of which 16 studies were included reporting on 17 PA programs. The number of participants enrolled in the PA programs ranged between 24 and 582 persons. For 12 PA programs it was not possible to calculate initial participation because the number of older adults invited to participate was unknown due to convenience sampling. Of the five remaining programs, mean initial participation level was 9.2% (±5.7%). Mean sustained participation level of all 17 programs was 79.8% (±13.2%). Conclusions Understanding how to optimize initial participation of older adults in PA programs deserves more attention in order to improve the population impact of PA programs for community-dwelling older adults. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/1471-2458-14-1301) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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Prince SA, Saunders TJ, Gresty K, Reid RD. A comparison of the effectiveness of physical activity and sedentary behaviour interventions in reducing sedentary time in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled trials. Obes Rev 2014; 15:905-19. [PMID: 25112481 PMCID: PMC4233995 DOI: 10.1111/obr.12215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 244] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2014] [Revised: 06/23/2014] [Accepted: 06/23/2014] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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UNLABELLED The objective of this study was to systematically review the literature and compare the effectiveness of controlled interventions with a focus on physical activity (PA) and/or sedentary behaviours (SBs) for reducing sedentary time in adults. Six electronic databases were searched to identify all studies that examined the effects of interventions that targeted PA and/or SBs and that reported on changes in SBs (sedentary, sitting or television time). A qualitative synthesis was performed for all studies, and meta-analyses conducted among studies with mean differences (min/d) of sedentary time. PROSPERO CRD42014006535. Sixty-five controlled studies met inclusion criteria; 33 were used in the meta-analyses. Interventions with a focus on PA or that included a PA and SB component produced less consistent findings and generally resulted in modest reductions in sedentary time (PA: standardized mean differences [SMD] = -0.22 [95% confidence interval {CI}: -0.35, -0.10], PA+SB: SMD= -0.37 [95% CI: -0.69, -0.05]). Moderate quality evidence from the randomized controlled trial meta-analysis coupled with the qualitative synthesis provides consistent evidence that large and clinically meaningful reductions in sedentary time can be expected from interventions with a focus on reducing SBs (SMD= -1.28 [95% CI: -1.68, -0.87] ). There is evidence to support the need for interventions to include a component focused on reducing SBs in order to generate clinically meaningful reductions in sedentary time.
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- S A Prince
- Division of Prevention and Rehabilitation, University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Ottawa, Canada
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Beaton K, McEvoy C, Grimmer K. Identifying indicators of early functional decline in community-dwelling older people: a review. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2014; 15:133-40. [PMID: 25303103 DOI: 10.1111/ggi.12379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/25/2014] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Functional decline is an insidious-onset manifestation of aging, which can be overlooked in its early stages. Current screening measures for incipient functional decline are generally applied at one point-in-time, in hospital wards or emergency departments when older people are in health crisis. This potentially provides an imprecise estimate of the situation. In line with internationally recognized challenges of dealing with the needs of aging populations, it is essential that sensitive screening for incipient functional decline occurs much earlier, in familiar community settings. The present review presents an evidence-based synthesis of features, measures and/or manifestations of early functional decline in community-dwelling older individuals. A systematic search was carried out to collate indicators of early functional decline. These were then organized into constructs, which reflected the principal measurement intent as identified by the author of each article. A total of 146 articles (reporting 195 psychometrically sound measurement tools, representing 107 constructs) were included in the review. The constructs were then clustered into six broad health domains: medical status, performance capacity, participation, demographics, anthropometry and relationships with health providers. These domains were developed after consultation with a range of allied health professionals and a consumer representative. The present review provides the first known evidence-based synthesis of indicators of early functional decline in older community-dwelling people, and shows the range of constructs that need to be considered in assessment for early functional decline.
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- Kate Beaton
- International Centre for Allied Health Evidence, University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Collard RM, Comijs HC, Naarding P, Oude Voshaar RC. Physical frailty: vulnerability of patients suffering from late-life depression. Aging Ment Health 2014; 18:570-8. [PMID: 23998249 DOI: 10.1080/13607863.2013.827628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Frailty, a state of increased risk of negative health outcomes, is increasingly recognized as a relevant concept for identifying older persons in need of preventative geriatric interventions. Even though broader concepts of frailty include psychological characteristics, frailty is largely neglected in mental health care. The aim of the present study is to examine the prevalence of physical frailty in depressed older patients and its potential overlap with depression criteria. METHOD Cross-sectional observational study including 378 depressed and 132 non-depressed adults aged ≥60 years according to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) criteria. Physical frailty was defined as ≥3 out of 5 criteria (handgrip strength, weight loss, poor endurance, walking speed, low physical activity). RESULTS Prevalence rates of physical frailty were 27.2% and 9.1% among depressed and non-depressed participants, respectively, which remained significant after controlling for relevant covariates (odds ratio [OR] = 2.66 [95% confidence interval [C.I.] = 1.36, 5.24], p = .004). Physical frailty in depression was associated with more severe depressive symptoms; this association remained significant in subsequent analyses with purely physical proxies for frailty (hand grip strength, walking speed) and different severity measures of depressive symptoms. CONCLUSION A quarter of depressed older patients is physically frail, especially the most depressed group. This cannot be explained by overlap in criteria and should be examined in future studies, primarily on its presumed clinical relevance.
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- Rose M Collard
- a Department of Psychiatry , University Medical Centre St. Radboud , Nijmegen , The Netherlands
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Rouge Bugat ME, Balardy L, Chicoulaa B, Cesari M, Gérard S, Nourashemi F. "Frailty" in geriatry and oncology: one term for two widely differing concepts. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2014; 15:528-530. [PMID: 24835855 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2014.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2014] [Accepted: 04/07/2014] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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- Marie-Eve Rouge Bugat
- Department of Primary Care, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France; University of Toulouse III, Toulouse, France; Inserm U 1027 Unit, Toulouse, France
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- Gerontopole, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France; Institute of Aging, University of Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Primary Care, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France; Institute of Aging, University of Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France
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- Gerontopole, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France; Institute of Aging, University of Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France
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- Gerontopole, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France; Institute of Aging, University of Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France
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- Gerontopole, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France; University of Toulouse III, Toulouse, France; Institute of Aging, University of Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France
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Nutritional intervention and physical training in malnourished frail community-dwelling elderly persons carried out by trained lay "buddies": study protocol of a randomized controlled trial. BMC Public Health 2013; 13:1232. [PMID: 24369785 PMCID: PMC3880970 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-13-1232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2013] [Accepted: 12/19/2013] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background In elderly persons frailty and malnutrition are very common and can lead to serious health hazards such as increased mortality, morbidity, dependency, institutionalization and a reduced quality of life. In Austria, the prevalence of frailty and malnutrition are increasing steadily and are becoming a challenge for our social system. Physical training and adequate nutrition may improve this situation. Methods/design In this randomized controlled trial, 80 malnourished frail community-dwelling patients (≥ 65 years) hospitalized at wards for internal medicine are recruited. Additionally, 80 lay volunteers (≥ 50 years), named buddies are recruited and subsequently trained regarding health enhancing physical activity and nutrition in four standardized training sessions. These buddies visit the malnourished frail persons at home twice a week for about one hour during an initial period of 10–12 weeks. While participants allocated to the intervention group (n = 40) receive intervention to improve their fluid intake, protein and energy intake, perform strength training and try to increase their baseline activities, the control group (n = 40) only gets home visits without any intervention. After 10–12 weeks, both, the intervention and the control group, receive the nutritional intervention and the physical training. Health, nutritional and frailty status, physical fitness, body composition and chronic inflammation of buddies and frail persons are recorded before the intervention, after 10–12 weeks, 6 and 12 months. Discussion To your knowledge this trial is the first of its kind to provide nutritional and physical activity interventions to malnourished frail community-dwelling persons by trained lay buddies, in which an improvement of the frail persons´ and the buddies’ health status is measured. This study assesses the efficacy of such an intervention and may offer new perspectives for the management of frailty and malnutrition. Trail registration ClinicalTrials.gov,
NCT01991639
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Low LF, Baker JR, Jeon YH, Camp C, Haertsch M, Skropeta M. Study protocol: translating and implementing psychosocial interventions in aged home care the lifestyle engagement activity program (LEAP) for life. BMC Geriatr 2013; 13:124. [PMID: 24238067 PMCID: PMC3840642 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2318-13-124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2013] [Accepted: 11/12/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Tailored psychosocial activity-based interventions have been shown to improve mood, behaviour and quality of life for nursing home residents. Occupational therapist delivered activity programs have shown benefits when delivered in home care settings for people with dementia. The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of LEAP (Lifestyle Engagement Activity Program) for Life, a training and practice change program on the engagement of home care clients by care workers. Secondary aims are to evaluate the impact of the program on changes in client mood and behaviour. METHODS/DESIGN The 12 month LEAP program has three components: 1) engaging site management and care staff in the program; 2) employing a LEAP champion one day a week to support program activities; 3) delivering an evidence-based training program to care staff. Specifically, case managers will be trained and supported to set meaningful social or recreational goals with clients and incorporate these into care plans. Care workers will be trained in and encouraged to practise good communication, promote client independence and choice, and tailor meaningful activities using Montessori principles, reminiscence, music, physical activity and play. LEAP Champions will be given information about theories of organisational change and trained in interpersonal skills required for their role. LEAP will be evaluated in five home care sites including two that service ethnic minority groups. A quasi experimental design will be used with evaluation data collected four times: 6-months prior to program commencement; at the start of the program; and then after 6 and 12 months. Mixed effect models will enable comparison of change in outcomes for the periods before and during the program. The primary outcome measure is client engagement. Secondary outcomes for clients are satisfaction with care, dysphoria/depression, loneliness, apathy and agitation; and work satisfaction for care workers. A process evaluation will also be undertaken. DISCUSSION LEAP for Life may prove a cost-effective way to improve client engagement and other outcomes in the community setting. TRIAL REGISTRATION Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12612001064897.
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- Lee-Fay Low
- Dementia Collaborative Research Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, Australia
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- Dementia Collaborative Research Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, Australia
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- Sydney Nursing School, University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW 2050, Australia
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- Centre for Applied Research in Dementia, 34208 Aurora Road, #182, Solon, OH 44139, USA
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- Arts Health Institute, PO Box 1772, Newcastle, NSW 2300, Australia
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- School of Science and Health, University of Western Sydney, Campbelltown Campus, NSW, Australia
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Detecting Frailty in Primary Care: A Major Challenge for Primary Care Physicians. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2012; 13:669-72. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2012.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2012] [Accepted: 07/27/2012] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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