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Chu Kwan W, Partanen A, Narayanan U, Waspe AC, Drake JM. Biomechanical testing of ex vivo porcine tendons following high intensity focused ultrasound thermal ablation. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0302778. [PMID: 38713687 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0302778] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/09/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) has been demonstrated to be able to thermally ablate tendons with the aim to non-invasively disrupt tendon contractures in the clinical setting. However, the biomechanical changes of tendons permitting this disrupting is poorly understood. We aim to obtain a dose-dependent biomechanical response of tendons following magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) thermal ablation. METHODS Ex vivo porcine tendons (n = 72) were embedded in an agar phantom and randomly assigned to 12 groups based on MRgFUS treatment. The treatment time was 10, 20, or 30s, and the applied acoustic power was 25, 50, 75, or 100W. Following each MRgFUS treatment, tendons underwent biomechanical tensile testing on an Instron machine, which calculated stress-strain curves during tendon elongation. Rupture rate, maximum treatment temperature, Young's modulus and ultimate strength were analyzed for each treatment energy. RESULTS The study revealed a dose-dependent response, with tendons rupturing in over 50% of cases when energy delivery exceeded 1000J and 100% disruption at energy levels beyond 2000J. The achieved temperatures during MRgFUS were directly proportional to energy delivery. The highest recorded temperature was 56.8°C ± 9.34 (3000J), while the lowest recorded temperate was 18.6°C ± 0.6 (control). The Young's modulus was highest in the control group (47.3 MPa ± 6.5) and lowest in the 3000J group (13.2 MPa ± 5.9). There was no statistically significant difference in ultimate strength between treatment groups. CONCLUSION This study establishes crucial thresholds for reliable and repeatable disruption of tendons, laying the groundwork for future in vivo optimization. The findings prompt further exploration of MRgFUS as a non-invasive modality for tendon disruption, offering hope for improved outcomes in patients with musculotendinous contractures.
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- The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Tariq H, Collins K, Dunn J, Tait D, Porter S. The Delphi of ORACLE: An Expert Consensus Survey for the Development of the Observational Risk Assessment of Contractures (Longitudinal Evaluation). Clin Rehabil 2024; 38:664-677. [PMID: 38332642 PMCID: PMC11005314 DOI: 10.1177/02692155241229285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Despite rising prevalence rates, no standard tool is available to identify individuals at risk of developing contractures. This study aimed to gain expert consensus on items for the development of the Observational Risk Assessment Tool for Contractures: Longitudinal Evaluation (ORACLE) for care home residents. DESIGN A two-round, online modified Delphi study. PARTICIPANTS Panellists were qualified healthcare professionals with a background in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, and rehabilitation medicine. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES In the first round, the experts were asked to rate the predesigned list of items on a Likert scale while in the second round, consensus was sought in the areas of disagreement identified in the previous round. RESULTS The two rounds of the Delphi survey included 30 and 25 panellists, respectively. The average clinical and academic experience of the panellists was 22.2 years and 10.5 years, respectively. The panel demonstrated a high level of consensus regarding the clinical factors (10 out of 15 items); preventive care approaches (9 out of 10 items), and contextual factors (12 out of 13 items) ranging from 70% to 100%. CONCLUSION This Delphi study determined expert consensus on items to be included in a contracture risk assessment tool (ORACLE). The items were related to factors associated with joint contractures, appropriate preventive care interventions, and potentially relevant contextual factors associated with care home settings. The promise of a risk assessment tool that includes these items has the capacity to reduce the risk of contracture development or progression and to trigger timely and appropriate referrals to help prevent further loss of function and independence.
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- Hina Tariq
- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Community Therapy Team (Christchurch, Bournemouth & Poole), Dorset Healthcare University Foundation Trust, Poole, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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Lee LYK, Chu ECP. Tai Chi as a Body-Mind Exercise for Promotion of Healthy Aging in Nursing Home Residents: Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Effectiveness. Clin Interv Aging 2023; 18:1949-1959. [PMID: 38020454 PMCID: PMC10680471 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s430968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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The lack of activity, opportunity for providing input and participation in activities, and interaction with other people are the features of institutional living which reinforces dependency among nursing home residents. Residents are usually frustrated with paternalistic-type care. Arranging health-oriented meaningful activities for residents contributes to health promotion and enhancement of healthy aging. Moreover, it contributes to the cultivation of a positive meaning of life which is particularly important as residents reach the late geriatric stages of their lives. With exercise being seen as generally beneficial for health, Tai Chi as a Chinese-based exercise with a body-mind emphasis and unique characteristics becomes a particularly suitable exercise in aiding the residents in this major shift of lifestyle. This paper analyzes the appropriateness, feasibility, and effectiveness of Tai Chi in promoting healthy aging for residents. Theoretical considerations and scientific evaluations lend it appropriate, feasible, and effective in providing physiological and psychosocial health benefits to the residents. This paper recommends the use of Tai Chi to promote healthy aging in nursing home residents. With a rapidly aging population and mounting demand for residential geriatric care worldwide, this paper's timely findings should provide important implications for adopting Tai Chi to advance the quality of care delivered by nursing homes worldwide.
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- Linda Yin-King Lee
- School of Nursing and Health Studies, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China
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- New York Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Centre, EC Healthcare, Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China
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Magistro D, Carlevaro F, Magno F, Simon M, Camp N, Kinrade N, Zecca M, Musella G. Effects of 1 Year of Lifestyle Intervention on Institutionalized Older Adults. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:7612. [PMID: 34300062 PMCID: PMC8303470 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18147612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The socio-economic and health consequences of our ageing population are well documented, with older adults living in long-term care facilities amongst the frailest possessing specific and significant healthcare and social care needs. These needs may be exacerbated through the sedentary behaviour which is prevalent within care home settings. Reducing sedentary time can reduce the risk of many diseases and improve functional health, implying that improvements in health may be gained by simply helping older adults substitute time spent sitting with time spent standing or in light-intensity ambulation. This study identified the impact of 1 year of lifestyle intervention in a group of older adults living in a long-term care setting in Italy. One hundred and eleven older adults (mean age, 82.37 years; SD = 10.55 years) participated in the study. Sixty-nine older adults were in the intervention group (35 without severe cognitive decline and 34 with dementia) and 42 older adults were in the control group. Data on physical functioning, basic activities of daily living (BADL) and mood were collected 4 times, before, during (every four months) and after the 1 year of intervention. The lifestyle intervention focused on improving the amount of time spent every week in active behaviour and physical activity (minimum 150 min of weekly activities). All participants completed the training program and no adverse events, related to the program, occurred. The intervention group showed steady and significant improvements in physical functioning and a stable situation in BADL and mood following the intervention in older adults with and without dementia, whilst the control group exhibited a significant decline over time. These results suggest that engagement in a physical activity intervention may benefit care home residents with and without dementia both physically and mentally, leading to improved social care and a reduced burden on healthcare services.
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- Daniele Magistro
- Department of Sport Science, School of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham NG11 8NS, UK; (N.C.); (N.K.)
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- Polo Universitario Asti Studi Superiori (Uni-Astiss), 14100 Asti, Italy; (F.C.); (F.M.); (M.S.); (G.M.)
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- Polo Universitario Asti Studi Superiori (Uni-Astiss), 14100 Asti, Italy; (F.C.); (F.M.); (M.S.); (G.M.)
- Dipartimento di Scienze della Vita e Biologia dei Sistemi, University of Torino, 10124 Torino, Italy
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- Polo Universitario Asti Studi Superiori (Uni-Astiss), 14100 Asti, Italy; (F.C.); (F.M.); (M.S.); (G.M.)
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- Department of Sport Science, School of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham NG11 8NS, UK; (N.C.); (N.K.)
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- Department of Sport Science, School of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham NG11 8NS, UK; (N.C.); (N.K.)
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- Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University, Loughborough LE11 3TU, UK;
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- Polo Universitario Asti Studi Superiori (Uni-Astiss), 14100 Asti, Italy; (F.C.); (F.M.); (M.S.); (G.M.)
- Dipartimento di Scienze della Vita e Biologia dei Sistemi, University of Torino, 10124 Torino, Italy
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Using Virtual Reality-Based Rehabilitation in Sarcopenic Older Adults in Rural Health Care Facilities-A Quasi-Experimental Study. J Aging Phys Act 2021; 29:866-877. [PMID: 33596540 DOI: 10.1123/japa.2020-0222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2020] [Revised: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 11/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Because of a shortage of health care providers, providing rehabilitation in health care facilities is difficult. Virtual reality-based rehabilitation is effective in older populations. There are only a few studies among patients with sarcopenia. This is a quasi-experimental, single-group, pretest-posttest design evaluating the clinical effectiveness of virtual reality-based progressive resistance training among residents aged over 60 years with sarcopenia in rural care facilities. The authors used Oculus Rift with headsets to provide the virtual reality-based progressive resistance training. The authors administered the program twice per week, 30 min per session, for 12 weeks. The primary outcomes were dominant handgrip strength, walking speed, and appendicular skeletal muscle mass index. Data from 30 participants were analyzed. Significant improvements in handgrip strength and walking speed were observed. Although an increasing trend in appendicular skeletal muscle mass index was observed, it did not reach statistical significance. The authors concluded that the virtual reality-based progressive resistance training is partially effective in older sarcopenic adults in health care facilities.
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Aminalroaya R, Mirzadeh FS, Heidari K, Alizadeh-Khoei M, Sharifi F, Effatpanah M, Angooti-Oshnari L, Fadaee S, Saghebi H, Hormozi S. The Validation Study of Both the Modified Barthel and Barthel Index, and Their Comparison Based on Rasch Analysis in the Hospitalized Acute Stroke Elderly. Int J Aging Hum Dev 2020; 93:864-880. [PMID: 33336587 DOI: 10.1177/0091415020981775] [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: 11/17/2022]
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A validation study the Iranian Modified Barthel Index (MBI) in hospitalized acute stroke elderly by classical test theory approach and investigate Rasch analysis for both Iranian version MBI and BI and compare the hierarchical item difficulty of them. Face-to-face interview with 100 geriatric stroke inpatients 60+ or their caregivers was done in a cross-sectional study. First, construct validity of MBI analyzed by the classical test theory, then Rasch analysis were done for BI and MBI. The reliability of the Iranian MBI was significant at 0.955. One factor achieved by the variance of 83.2%. In Rasch analysis for MBI, the most difficult item was stair climbing, whereas the simplest items were bowel and bladder control. In BI, the most difficult items were toilet use and ambulation. The Iranian MBI is very accurate and reliable; therefore the use of MBI to measure better outcomes in stroke elderly inpatients is recommended comparing with BI.
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- Reyhaneh Aminalroaya
- 48439 Clinical Gerontology & Geriatric Department, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Ziaeian Hospital, Tehran, Iran
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- 48439 Clinical Gerontology & Geriatric Department, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Ziaeian Hospital, Tehran, Iran
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- Clinical Trial Center (CTC), Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- 48439 Clinical Gerontology & Geriatric Department, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Ziaeian Hospital, Tehran, Iran
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- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Psychiatry, Ziaeian Hospital, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences Tehran, Iran
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- 556492 Department of Occupational Therapy, Shohada Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Klingshirn H, Müller M, Beutner K, Hirt J, Strobl R, Grill E, Meyer G, Saal S. Implementation of a complex intervention to improve participation in older people with joint contractures living in nursing homes: a process evaluation of a cluster-randomised pilot trial. BMC Geriatr 2020; 20:270. [PMID: 32758147 PMCID: PMC7405353 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-020-01655-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2019] [Accepted: 07/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Joint contractures in frail older people are associated with serious restrictions in participation. We developed the Participation Enabling CAre in Nursing (PECAN) intervention, a complex intervention to enable nurses to promote participation in nursing home residents with joint contractures. The aim of this study was to examine the feasibility of the implementation strategy and to identify enablers and barriers for a successful implementation. Methods The implementation of PECAN was investigated in a 6-month pilot cluster-randomised controlled trial (c-RCT). As a key component of the implementation strategy, nominated nurses were trained as facilitators in a one-day workshop and supported by peer-mentoring (visit, telephone counselling). A mixed-methods approach was conducted in conjunction with the pilot trial and guided by a framework for process evaluations of c-RCTs. Data were collected using standardised questionnaires (nursing staff), documentation forms, problem-centred qualitative interviews (facilitators, therapists, social workers, relatives, peer-mentors), and a group discussion (facilitators). A set of predefined criteria on the nursing home level was examined. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics. Qualitative data were analysed using directed content analysis. Results Seven nursing homes (n = 4 intervention groups, n = 3 control groups) in two regions of Germany took part in the study. Facilitators responded well to the qualification measures (workshop participation: 14/14; workshop rating: “good”; peer-mentor visit participation: 10/14). The usage of peer-mentoring via telephone varied (one to seven contacts per nursing home). Our implementation strategy was not successful in connection with supplying the intervention to all the nurses. The clear commitment of the entire nursing home and the respect for the expertise of different healthcare professionals were emphasised as enablers, whereas a lack of impact on organisational conditions and routines and a lack of time and staff competence were mentioned as barriers. Conclusion The PECAN intervention was delivered as planned to the facilitators but was unable to produce comprehensive changes in the nursing homes and subsequently for the residents. Strategies to systematically include the management and the nursing team from the beginning are needed to support the facilitators during implementation in the main trial. Trial registration German clinical trials register, DRKS00010037. Registered 12 February 2016.
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- Hanna Klingshirn
- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr 17, 81377, Munich, Germany.,Faculty of Applied Health and Social Sciences, Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences, Hochschulstraße 1, 83024, Rosenheim, Germany
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- Faculty of Applied Health and Social Sciences, Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences, Hochschulstraße 1, 83024, Rosenheim, Germany
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- Institute for Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute for Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr 17, 81377, Munich, Germany.,German Centre for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr 17, 81377, Munich, Germany.,German Centre for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute for Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany.
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Saal S, Klingshirn H, Beutner K, Strobl R, Grill E, Müller M, Meyer G. Improved participation of older people with joint contractures living in nursing homes: feasibility of study procedures in a cluster-randomised pilot trial. Trials 2019; 20:411. [PMID: 31288846 PMCID: PMC6617884 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-019-3522-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2018] [Accepted: 06/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Acquired joint contractures have a significant impact on functioning and quality of life in nursing home residents. There is very limited evidence on measures for prevention and treatment of disability due to joint contractures. We have developed the PECAN intervention (Participation Enabling CAre in Nursing) to improve social participation in nursing home residents. A cluster-randomised pilot trial was conducted to assess the feasibility of study procedures in preparation for a main trial according to the UK Medical Research Council (MRC) framework. METHODS Nursing homes in two regions of Germany were randomly allocated either to the intervention or optimised standard care (control group). All residents with joint contractures aged > 65 years were eligible for the study. The residents' data were collected through structured face-to-face interviews by blinded assessors at baseline, after 3 and 6 months. The primary outcome was social participation, measured by a subscale of the PaArticular Scales. Secondary outcomes included activities and instrumental activities of daily living, health-related quality of life, falls and fall-related consequences. Data on the trial feasibility were collected via documentation forms. RESULTS Seven out of 12 nursing homes agreed to participate and remained in the trial. Of 265 residents who fulfilled the inclusion criteria, 129 were randomised either to the intervention (n = 64) or control group (n = 65) and analysed. A total of 109 (85%) completed the trial after 6 months. The mean age was 85.7 years (SD 7.0), 80% were women. The severity of the residents' disability differed across the clusters. The completion rate was high (> 95%), apart from the Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale. Some items of the PaArticular Scales were not easily understood by residents. The frequency of falls did not differ between study groups. CONCLUSION Our data confirmed the feasibility of the overall study design. We also revealed the need to improve the procedures for the recruitment of residents and for data collection before implementation into a main trial. The next step will be an adequately powered main trial to assess the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the intervention. TRIAL REGISTRATION German clinical trials register, ID: DRKS00010037 . Registered on 12 February 2016.
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- Susanne Saal
- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112 Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig -Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112 Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig -Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
- German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig- Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig -Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
- German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig- Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Faculty of Applied Health and Social Sciences, Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences, Hochschulstraße 1, 83024 Rosenheim, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112 Halle (Saale), Germany
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Abrahamson K, Mueller C, Duan Y, Cooke V. Heightening Person-Centered Care Processes in the Delivery of Nursing Restorative Care. J Gerontol Nurs 2019; 45:5-10. [PMID: 31026326 DOI: 10.3928/00989134-20190328-03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The objective of the current study was to investigate the perspectives of nursing home (NH) providers regarding the requirements to achieve reimbursement for nursing restorative care (NRC) services and propose recommendations to state agencies to assist NH providers to conduct NRC programs that are person-centered and able to achieve full reimbursement. Methods included a survey of NH providers in one state and a stakeholder focus group to discuss survey findings and develop recommendations. Key findings are that NH providers perceive value to residents from the provision of NRC; providers do not associate these benefits with the stringent reimbursement requirements; and NHs often provide NRC that is individualized, based on resident goals and activity tolerance, as well as realistic given competing demands on staff, even when doing so means giving up reimbursement for NRC services. Recommendations include basing reimbursement for NRC on outcomes rather than the process; reconsideration of the frequency and intensity requirements for NRC components; and increased availability of NRC training/education and resources for providers and case-mix reviewers. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 45(5), 5-10.].
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Metzelthin SF, Rooijackers TH, Zijlstra GAR, van Rossum E, Veenstra MY, Koster A, Evers SMAA, van Breukelen GJP, Kempen GIJM. Effects, costs and feasibility of the 'Stay Active at Home' Reablement training programme for home care professionals: study protocol of a cluster randomised controlled trial. BMC Geriatr 2018; 18:276. [PMID: 30424738 PMCID: PMC6234661 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-018-0968-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2018] [Accepted: 10/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND According to the principles of Reablement, home care services are meant to be goal-oriented, holistic and person-centred taking into account the capabilities and opportunities of older adults. However, home care services traditionally focus on doing things for older adults rather than with them. To implement Reablement in practice, the 'Stay Active at Home' programme was developed. It is assumed that the programme leads to a reduction in sedentary behaviour in older adults and consequently more cost-effective outcomes in terms of their health and wellbeing. However, this has yet to be proven. METHODS/ DESIGN A two-group cluster randomised controlled trial with 12 months follow-up will be conducted. Ten nursing teams will be selected, pre-stratified on working area and randomised into an intervention group ('Stay Active at Home') or control group (no training). All nurses of the participating teams are eligible to participate in the study. Older adults and, if applicable, their domestic support workers (DSWs) will be allocated to the intervention or control group as well, based on the allocation of the nursing team. Older adults are eligible to participate, if they: 1) receive homecare services by the selected teams; and 2) are 65 years or older. Older adults will be excluded if they: 1) are terminally ill or bedbound; 2) have serious cognitive or psychological problems; or 3) are unable to communicate in Dutch. DSWs are eligible to participate if they provide services to clients who fulfil the eligibility criteria for older adults. The study consists of an effect evaluation (primary outcome: sedentary behaviour in older adults), an economic evaluation and a process evaluation. Data for the effect and economic evaluation will be collected at baseline and 6 and/or 12 months after baseline using performance-based and self-reported measures. In addition, data from client records will be extracted. A mixed-methods design will be applied for the process evaluation, collecting data of older adults and professionals throughout the study period. DISCUSSION This study will result in evidence about the effectiveness, cost-effectiveness and feasibility of the 'Stay Active at Home' programme. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03293303 , registered on 20 September 2017.
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- Silke F Metzelthin
- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Research Centre for Community Care, Faculty of Health, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, P.O. Box 550, 6400, AN, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Burgerkracht Limburg, P.O. Box 5185, 6130, PD, Sittard, The Netherlands
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- Department of Social Medicine, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Methodology and Statistics, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Van Deun B, Van den Noortgate N, Cinthia S, Van Bladel A, Dirk C. Paratonia in Flemish Nursing Homes: Current State of Practice. Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen 2018; 33:205-214. [PMID: 29468898 PMCID: PMC10852473 DOI: 10.1177/1533317518760594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Paratonia is a major underlying motor problem impeding functionality and locomotion in dementia. Despite its undeniable impact on patient's quality of life and daily care, there is a lack of evidence-based therapy on patients with this condition. METHODS We surveyed physiotherapists working in nursing homes in Flanders (Belgium) concerning the use and perceived effect of therapeutic strategies and positioning methods/aids. RESULTS Positioning and soft passive mobilization were the most applied and positively appraised therapeutic interventions. Highest ratings for positioning were found for C-shaped positioning cushions and multi-position wheelchair. According to the respondents, key points for paratonia approach were relaxation, positioning, active movement stimulation, and-to some extent-passive mobilization. Indispensable for any success however is multidisciplinary cooperation. CONCLUSION These findings might provide an inspirational path for research to verify possible (evidence based) beneficial treatments that could be applied to improve current and future treatment of patients with paratonia.
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- Bieke Van Deun
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Saal S, Meyer G, Beutner K, Klingshirn H, Strobl R, Grill E, Mann E, Köpke S, Bleijlevens MHC, Bartoszek G, Stephan AJ, Hirt J, Müller M. Development of a complex intervention to improve participation of nursing home residents with joint contractures: a mixed-method study. BMC Geriatr 2018; 18:61. [PMID: 29490617 PMCID: PMC5831216 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-018-0745-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2017] [Accepted: 02/13/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Joint contractures in nursing home residents limit the capacity to perform daily activities and restrict social participation. The purpose of this study was to develop a complex intervention to improve participation in nursing home residents with joint contractures. METHODS The development followed the UK Medical Research Council framework using a mixed-methods design with re-analysis of existing interview data using a graphic modelling approach, group discussions with nursing home residents, systematic review of intervention studies, structured 2-day workshop with experts in geriatric, nursing, and rehabilitation, and group discussion with professionals in nursing homes. RESULTS Graphic modelling identified restrictions in the use of transportation, walking within buildings, memory functions, and using the hands and arms as the central target points for the intervention. Seven group discussions with 33 residents revealed various aspects related to functioning and disability according the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health domains body functions, body structures, activities and participation, environmental factors, and personal factors. The systematic review included 17 studies with 992 participants: 16 randomised controlled trials and one controlled trial. The findings could not demonstrate any evidence in favour of an intervention. The structured 2-day expert workshop resulted in a variety of potential intervention components and implementation strategies. The group discussion with the professionals in nursing homes verified the feasibility of the components and the overall concept. The resulting intervention, Participation Enabling CAre in Nursing (PECAN), will be implemented during a 1-day workshop for nurses, a mentoring approach, and supportive material. The intervention addresses nurses and other staff, residents, their informal caregivers, therapists, and general practitioners. CONCLUSIONS In view of the absence of any robust evidence, the decision to use mixed methods and to closely involve both health professionals and residents proved to be an appropriate means to develop a complex intervention to improve participation of and quality of life in nursing home residents. We will now evaluate the PECAN intervention for its impact and feasibility in a pilot study in preparation for an evaluation of its effectiveness in a definitive trial. TRIAL REGISTRATION German clinical trials register, reference number DRKS00010037 (12 February 2016).
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- Susanne Saal
- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany.
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, Munich, Germany.,German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for General, Family and Preventive Medicine, Paracelsus Medical University, Strubergasse 21, 5020, Salzburg, Austria
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- Institute of Social Medicine and Epidemiology, Nursing research group, University of Lübeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
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- CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Department of Health Services Research, Living Lab on Ageing and Long-Term Care, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany.,University of Applied Sciences for Social Work, Education and Nursing, Dürerstraße 25, 01307, Dresden, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Sciences, Medical Faculty, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Magdeburger Straße 8, 06112, Halle (Saale), Germany.,Faculty of Applied Health and Social Sciences, Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences, Hochschulstraße 1, 83024, Rosenheim, Germany
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Metzelthin SF, Zijlstra GAR, van Rossum E, de Man-van Ginkel JM, Resnick B, Lewin G, Parsons M, Kempen GIJM. 'Doing with …' rather than 'doing for …' older adults: rationale and content of the 'Stay Active at Home' programme. Clin Rehabil 2017; 31:1419-1430. [PMID: 29050508 PMCID: PMC5652645 DOI: 10.1177/0269215517698733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2016] [Accepted: 02/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Owing to increasing age, accidents or periods of illness, home care services are provided to community-dwelling older adults. Traditionally, these services focus on doing things for older adults rather than with them; though from a rehabilitative perspective, it is important to assist older adults to attain and maintain their highest level of functioning. Consequently, a re-orientation of home care services is required away from treating disease and creating dependency towards focusing on capabilities and opportunities and maximising independence. To achieve this behavioural change in home care professionals, the 'Stay Active at Home' programme was developed. AIMS AND METHODS The aim of this article is to give a detailed description of the rationale and content of the 'Stay Active at Home' programme by making use of the TIDieR (Template for Intervention Description and Replication) Checklist. APPROACH 'Stay Active at Home' is a comprehensive training programme that aims to equip home care professionals (i.e. community nurses and domestic support workers) with the necessary knowledge, attitude, skills and social and organisational support to deliver day-to-day services at home from a more rehabilitative perspective. More specifically, home care professionals are expected to deliver goal-oriented, holistic and person-centred services focusing on supporting older adults to maintain, gain or restore their competences to engage in physical and daily activities so that they can manage their everyday life as independently as possible.
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- Silke F Metzelthin
- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Research Centre for Community Care, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Nursing Science, Julius Centre for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Nursing Science, programme in Clinical Health Sciences University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- School of Nursing, University of Maryland, Baltimore, United States
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- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Fischer U, Müller M, Strobl R, Bartoszek G, Meyer G, Grill E. Examining Functioning and Contextual Factors in Individuals with Joint Contractures from the Health Professional Perspective Using the ICF: An International Internet-Based Qualitative Expert Survey. Rehabil Nurs 2016; 41:170-8. [DOI: 10.1002/rnj.190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/22/2014] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Müller M, Oberhauser C, Fischer U, Bartoszek G, Saal S, Strobl R, Meyer G, Grill E. The PaArticular Scales - A new outcome measure to quantify the impact of joint contractures on activities and participation in individuals in geriatric care: Development and Rasch analysis. Int J Nurs Stud 2016; 59:107-17. [PMID: 27222456 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2016.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2015] [Revised: 04/03/2016] [Accepted: 04/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Joint contractures are frequent conditions in individuals in geriatric care settings and are associated with activity limitations and participation restrictions. As such, relevant intervention programs should address these aspects, and the effectiveness of such programs should be determined by assessing improvement in activities and participation. However, no patient-centred and psychometrically sound outcome measures for this purpose are available so far. OBJECTIVES The objectives of this study were to develop and to validate a new outcome measure, the PaArticular Scales, to quantify activities and participation in older individuals with joint contractures. Specific aims were (A) to operationalize the content of an International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health-based standard set towards meaningful questions and to combine them to a questionnaire and (B) to assess the psychometric properties of the developed questionnaire, in detail to evaluate test-retest reliability, objectivity, internal consistency reliability and criterion validity. DESIGN Operationalization was reached by an expert consensus conference and a subsequent expert Delphi survey. Psychometric properties were assessed in a cross-sectional study. SETTINGS Nursing homes, geriatric rehabilitation facilities. PARTICIPANTS 23 experts (nurses, physicians, physical and occupational therapists) participated in the consensus conference and the Delphi survey. A total of 191 individuals with joint contractures (as confirmed by physician, nurse or physical therapist) between 65 and 102 years, living in nursing homes or as patients in geriatric rehabilitation were enrolled in the cross-sectional study. METHODS Rasch Partial Credit Modelling. RESULTS The consensus conference and Delphi survey resulted in a questionnaire with 86 items of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. Test-retest-reliability among those was acceptable (Cohen's weighted kappa: 0.779). The Rasch analysis revealed two independent interval-scaled scales with 24 items for the Activities scale and 11 items for the Participation scale with high internal consistency reliability. Cronbach's alpha was 0.96 for the Activities scale and 0.92 for the Participation scale. Criterion validity was -0.40 and -0.30 for the Activities scale and for the Participation scale, respectively. CONCLUSIONS The PaArticular Scales, a new patient-centred and psychometric sound outcome measures to comprehensively assess the impact of joint contractures in geriatric care, are available now. These developed scales will serve as primary outcomes in a scheduled evaluation of a complex intervention to improve participation and quality of life in nursing home residents with joint contractures.
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- Martin Müller
- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany; Faculty of Applied Health and Social Sciences, Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences, Rosenheim, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Research Unit for Biopsychosocial Health, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany; Institute of Health and Nursing Science, Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Science, Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Science, Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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Heise M, Müller M, Fischer U, Grill E. Quality of life in older individuals with joint contractures in geriatric care settings. Qual Life Res 2016; 25:2269-81. [PMID: 26980418 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-016-1262-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to analyze the association between functioning and disability and quality of life (QoL) in older individuals with joint contractures in the geriatric care setting. More specifically, this study aimed to identify determinants of QoL out of a defined set of contracture-related categories of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). METHODS Participants for this multicenter cross-sectional survey were recruited from acute geriatric rehabilitation hospitals, nursing homes, and community nursing facilities in Germany between February and October 2013. QoL was assessed using the validated German version of the EQ-5D index score and the EQ-5D visual analog scale (VAS). Manual and automatic variable selection methods were used to identify the most relevant variables out of 125 contracture-related ICF categories. RESULTS A total of 241 eligible participants (34.9 % male, mean age 80.1 years) were included. The final models contained 14 ICF categories as predictors of the EQ-5D index score and 15 categories as predictors of the EQ-5D VAS. The statistically significant ICF categories from both models were 'muscle power functions (b730),' 'memory functions (b144),' 'taking care of plants (d6505),' 'recreation and leisure (d920),' 'religion and spirituality (d930),' 'drugs (e1101),' and 'products and technology for personal use in daily living (e115).' CONCLUSIONS We identified the most relevant ICF categories for older individuals with joint contractures and their health-related quality of life. These items describe potential determinants of QoL which may provide the basis for future health interventions aiming to improve QoL for the patients with joint contractures.
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- Marco Heise
- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistraße 17, 81377, Munich, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistraße 17, 81377, Munich, Germany.,German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders (DSGZ), Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistraße 17, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistraße 17, 81377, Munich, Germany.,German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders (DSGZ), Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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Bartoszek G, Fischer U, Müller M, Strobl R, Grill E, Nadolny S, Meyer G. Outcome measures in older persons with acquired joint contractures: a systematic review and content analysis using the ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) as a reference. BMC Geriatr 2016; 16:40. [PMID: 26860991 PMCID: PMC4748463 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-016-0213-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2015] [Accepted: 02/01/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background Joint contractures are a common health problem in older persons with significant impact on activities of daily living. We aimed to retrieve outcome measures applied in studies on older persons with joint contractures and to identify and categorise the concepts contained in these outcome measures using the ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) as a reference. Methods Electronic searches of Medline, EMBASE, CINAHL, Pedro and the Cochrane Library were conducted (1/2002-8/2012). We included studies in the geriatric rehabilitation and nursing home settings with participants aged ≥ 65 years and with acquired joint contractures. Two independent reviewers extracted the outcome measures and transferred them to concepts using predefined conceptual frameworks. Concepts were subsequently linked to the ICF categories. Results From the 1057 abstracts retrieved, 60 studies met the inclusion criteria. We identified 52 single outcome measures and 24 standardised assessment instruments. A total of 1353 concepts were revealed from the outcome measures; 96.2 % could be linked to 50 ICF categories in the 2nd level; 3.8 % were not categorised. Fourteen of the 50 categories (28 %) belonged to the component Body Functions, 4 (8 %) to the component Body Structures, 26 (52 %) to the component Activities and Participation, and 6 (12 %) to the component Environmental Factors. Conclusions The ICF is a valuable reference for identifying and quantifying the concepts of outcome measures on joint contractures in older people. The revealed ICF categories remain to be validated in populations with joint contractures in terms of clinical relevance and personal impact. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12877-016-0213-6) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Gabriele Bartoszek
- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany. .,Institute for Health and Nursing Science, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany. .,German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany. .,German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany. .,German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany.
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- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany.
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- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany. .,Institute for Health and Nursing Science, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Germany.
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Monjazebi F, Dalvandi A, Ebadi A, Khankeh HR, Rahgozar M, Richter J. Functional Status Assessment of COPD Based on Ability to Perform Daily Living Activities: A Systematic Review of Paper and Pencil Instruments. Glob J Health Sci 2015; 8:210-23. [PMID: 26493419 PMCID: PMC4803967 DOI: 10.5539/gjhs.v8n3p210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2015] [Accepted: 05/05/2015] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Context: Activity of daily living (ADL) is an important predictor of mortality in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Increasing ADL is important in patients with COPD and assessment of ADL is one of the best ways to evaluate the status of COPD patients. Objectives: The objective of this systematic review was to provide an overview of the psychometric properties of paper and pencil instruments measuring ADL in patients with COPD. Data Sources: English papers published from 1980 to 2014 regarding ADL in patients with COPD were searched in Web of Science, MEDLINE, Google Scholar, Cochrane, PubMed, ProQuest, and CINAHL databases using the following keywords: “COPD”, “ADL”, “activities of daily living”, “daily activities”, “instrument”, “questionnaire”, “paper-and-pencil instruments”, and “measure”. Following the Internet search, manual search was also done to find article references. Study Selection: A total of 186 articles were found. Of those, 31 met the inclusion criteria. Full texts of articles meeting the inclusion criteria were studied. Consensus-based standards for the selection of health measurement instruments”(COSMIN) were used to assess the quality of the studies. Data Extraction: Data extraction form based on research aims developed by researchers and psychometric experts, with 17 questions was used. Results: In these articles, 14 pen and paper instruments were identified for examining ADL in patients with COPD; of which, 4 dealt directly with ADL while 9 assessed other criteria i.e. dyspnea as ADL indicator. The majority of instruments only dealt with two main dimensions of ADL: Basic Activities of Daily Living (BADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL), and did not consider Advanced Activities of Daily Living (AADL), which is influenced by cultural and motivational factors. Conclusion: Despite several ADL instruments identified, complete psychometric processes have only been done in a few of them. Selection of the appropriate instrument should focus on the aim of the study and the target construct.
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- Fateme Monjazebi
- Department of Nursing, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Müller M, Bartoszek G, Beutner K, Klingshirn H, Saal S, Stephan AJ, Strobl R, Grill E, Meyer G. Developing and piloting a multifactorial intervention to address participation and quality of life in nursing home residents with joint contractures (JointConImprove): study protocol. GERMAN MEDICAL SCIENCE : GMS E-JOURNAL 2015. [PMID: 26195926 PMCID: PMC4507065 DOI: 10.3205/000217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Background: Joint contractures are common problems in frail older people in nursing homes. Irrespective of the exact extent of older individuals in geriatric care settings living with joint contractures, they appear to be a relevant problem. Also, the new emphasis on the syndrome of joint contractures, e. g. by the German statutory long term care insurance, led to an increase in assessment and documentation efforts and preventive interventions in clinical care. However, more attention should be paid to the actual situation of older individuals in nursing homes with prevalent joint contractures, particularly their experience of related activity limitations and participation restrictions. Thus, the aim of this study is 1) to develop a tailored intervention to improve functioning, and especially participation and quality of life in older residents with joint contractures in nursing homes and 2) to test the feasibility of the intervention accompanied by a rigorous process evaluation. Methods: The complex intervention, which will be developed in this project follows the UK Medical Research Council (MRC) framework and integrates the perspectives of all potentially relevant user groups, from the affected individuals to clinicians and researchers. The development process will comprise a systematic literature review, reanalysis of existing data and the integration of the knowledge of the affected individuals and experts. The developed intervention including a comprehensive process evaluation will be pilot tested with residents with joint contractures in three nursing homes. Discussion: The projected study will provide a tailored intervention to improve functioning, participation and quality of life in older residents with joint contractures in nursing homes. With this focus, the intervention will support patient relevant outcomes. The pilot study including process evaluation will offer a first opportunity to indicate the size of the intervention’s effect and prepare further studies.
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- Martin Müller
- Institute of Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany ; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Science, Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany ; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany ; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany ; Munich Center of Health Sciences - MCHealth, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Health and Nursing Science, Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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Liu W, Galik E, Resnick B. The Self-Efficacy for Functional Abilities Scale for older adults in long-term care: two-level exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. J Nurs Meas 2015; 23:112-26. [PMID: 25985499 DOI: 10.1891/1061-3749.23.1.112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE This study examines the underlying factor structure of the Self-Efficacy for Functional Abilities (SEFA) scale among older adults in long-term care settings. METHODS A secondary analysis of SEFA data for 568 residents in 16 long-term care facilities was applied. The sample was randomly split into 2 subsamples. A 2-level exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis adjusting for clustering effect of facilities was used to identify and determine the factor structures respectively. RESULTS There were 1- and 2-factor models that were identified. Both models demonstrated acceptably mixed model fit. The 2-factor model had poor discriminant validity with high correlation between factors (r = .92, p < .001). The single-factor model was considered valid with moderate correlation with function (r = .301, p < .001). CONCLUSIONS The SEFA scale demonstrated a unidimensional construct among older adults in long-term care settings. Future testing is needed among other older adult populations.
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Chen YM, Li YP, Yen ML. Predictors of regular exercise among older residents of long-term care institutions. Int J Nurs Pract 2015; 22:239-46. [PMID: 25964013 DOI: 10.1111/ijn.12401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Yuh-Min Chen
- School of Nursing; China Medical University; Taichung Taiwan
- Department of Nursing; China Medical University Hospital; Taichung Taiwan
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- Department of Nursing; Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology; Tainan Taiwan
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- Department of Nursing; Kuang Tien General Hospital; Taichung Taiwan
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Bartoszek G, Fischer U, von Clarenau SC, Grill E, Mau W, Meyer G, Strobl R, Thiesemann R, Nadolny S, Müller M. Development of an International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)-based standard set to describe the impact of joint contractures on participation of older individuals in geriatric care settings. Arch Gerontol Geriatr 2015; 61:61-6. [PMID: 25937031 DOI: 10.1016/j.archger.2015.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2015] [Accepted: 03/18/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Joint contractures are characterized as impairment of the physiological movement of joints due to deformity, disuse or pain and have major impact especially for older individuals in geriatric care. Some measures for the assessment of the impact of joint contractures exist. However, there is no consensus on which aspects should constantly be measured. Our objective was to develop a standard-set based on the ICF for describing functioning and disability in older individuals with joint contractures in geriatric care settings, giving special emphasis to activities and participation. METHODS The ICF-based standard set was developed in a formal decision-making and consensus process and based on an adapted version of the protocol to develop ICF Core Sets. These are sets of categories from the ICF, serving as standards for the assessment, communication and reporting of functioning and health for clinical studies, clinical encounters and multi-professional comprehensive assessment and management. RESULTS Twenty-three experts from Germany and Switzerland selected 105 categories of the ICF component Activities and Participation for the ICF-based standard set. The largest number of categories was selected from the chapter Mobility (50 categories, 47.6%). CONCLUSIONS The standard set for older individuals with joint contractures provides health professionals with a standard for describing patients' activity limitations and participation restrictions. The standard set also provides a common basis for the development of patient-centered measures and intervention programs. The preliminary version of the ICF-based standard set will be tested in subsequent studies with regard to its psychometric properties.
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- Gabriele Bartoszek
- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany; Institute for Health and Nursing Science, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Germany.
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Rehabilitation Medicine, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Germany
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- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany; Institute for Health and Nursing Science, Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Faculty of Health, Chair of Geriatrics, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany; HELIOS Clinic Cuxhaven, Department of Geriatrics, Cuxhaven, Germany
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- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing Science, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany; German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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Chen YM, Li YP, Yen ML. Gender Differences in the Predictors of Physical Activity Among Assisted Living Residents. J Nurs Scholarsh 2015; 47:211-8. [PMID: 25801588 DOI: 10.1111/jnu.12132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/27/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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- Yuh-Min Chen
- Lambda Beta-at-Large , Associate professor, School of Nursing, China Medical University; and Supervisor, Department of Nursing; China Medical University Hospital; Taiwan
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing; Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology; Taiwan
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- Supervisor, Department of Nursing; Kuang Tien General Hospital; Taiwan
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Young MD, Plotnikoff RC, Collins CE, Callister R, Morgan PJ. Social cognitive theory and physical activity: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Obes Rev 2014; 15:983-95. [PMID: 25428600 DOI: 10.1111/obr.12225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 202] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2014] [Revised: 08/12/2014] [Accepted: 08/15/2014] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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This review investigated three research questions (i) What is the utility of social cognitive theory (SCT) to explain physical activity (PA)?; (ii) Is the effectiveness of SCT moderated by sample or methodological characteristics? and (iii) What is the frequency of significant associations between the core SCT constructs and PA? Ten electronic databases were searched with no date or sample restrictions. Forty-four studies were retrieved containing 55 SCT models of PA. Methodological quality was assessed using a standardized tool. A random-effects meta-analysis revealed that SCT accounted for 31% of the variance in PA. However, methodological quality was mostly poor for these models. Methodological quality and sample age moderated the PA effect size, with increases in both associated with greater variance explained. Although self-efficacy and goals were consistently associated with PA, outcome expectations and socio-structural factors were not. This review determined that SCT is a useful framework to explain PA behaviour. Higher quality models explained more PA variance, but overall methodological quality was poor. As such, high-quality studies examining the utility of SCT to explain PA are warranted.
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- M D Young
- Priority Research Centre in Physical Activity and Nutrition, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia; School of Education, Faculty of Education and Arts, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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Dehail P, Simon O, Godard A, Faucher N, Coulomb Y, Schnitzler A, Denormandie P, Jeandel C. Acquired deforming hypertonia and contractures in elderly subjects: Definition and prevalence in geriatric institutions (ADH survey). Ann Phys Rehabil Med 2014; 57:11-23. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rehab.2013.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2013] [Revised: 11/12/2013] [Accepted: 11/14/2013] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Offenbächer M, Sauer S, Rieß J, Müller M, Grill E, Daubner A, Randzio O, Kohls N, Herold-Majumdar A. Contractures with special reference in elderly: definition and risk factors – a systematic review with practical implications. Disabil Rehabil 2013; 36:529-38. [DOI: 10.3109/09638288.2013.800596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Müller M, Fischer U, Bartoszek G, Grill E, Meyer G. Impact of joint contractures on functioning and social participation in older individuals--development of a standard set (JointConFunctionSet): study protocol. BMC Geriatr 2013; 13:18. [PMID: 23432774 PMCID: PMC3602666 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2318-13-18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2013] [Accepted: 02/19/2013] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background Joint contractures are frequent in older individuals in geriatric care settings. Even though they are used as indicator of quality of care, there is neither a common standard to describe functioning and disability in patients nor an established standardized assessment to describe and quantify the impact of joint contractures on patients’ functioning. Thus, the aim of our study is (1) to develop a standard set for the assessment of the impact of joint contractures on functioning and social participation in older individuals and (2) to develop and validate a standardized assessment instrument for describing and quantifying the impact of joint contractures on the individuals’ functioning. Methods The standard set for joint contractures integrate the perspectives of all potentially relevant user groups, from the affected individuals to clinicians and researchers. The development of this set follows the methodology to develop an International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health (ICF) Core Set and involves a formal decision-making and consensus process. Evidence from four preparatory studies will be integrated including qualitative interviews with patients, a systematic review of the literature, a survey with health professionals, and a cross sectional study with patients affected by joint contractures. The assessment instrument will be developed using item-response-theory models. The instrument will be validated. Discussion The standard set for joint contractures will provide a list of aspects of functioning and health most relevant for older individuals in geriatric care settings with joint contractures. This list will describe body functions, body structures, activities and participation and related environmental factors. This standard set will define what aspects of functioning should be assessed in individuals with joint contractures and will be the basis of the new assessment instrument to evaluate the impact of joint contractures on functioning and social participation.
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- Martin Müller
- Institute for Medical Information Processing, Biometrics and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
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Suhonen R, Stolt M, Leino-Kilpi H. Older people in long-term care settings as research informants. Nurs Ethics 2013; 20:551-67. [DOI: 10.1177/0969733012463722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Conducting nursing research in long-term care facilities and with samples of older people requires careful attention to research ethics and the ethical conduct of the study. This review analysed the research ethics of the empirical studies that focus on older people in long-term care settings as research participants. Articles (n = 66) focussing on older people in long-term care settings as research informants were retrieved from an electronic search of MEDLINE (1990 to February 2012) using the MESH terms ‘Nursing’ AND ‘Long-term care’ (578 citations) and ‘Institutionalization’ and ‘Nursing’ (89 citations). Ethical approval procedure was reported in more than half of the studies (58%) and informed consent in two-thirds of the studies (70%). Ethical issues in data collection were described in most of the articles, but only a few reported ethics in problem statement, reporting or presenting implications. There is a need to focus on reporting research ethics and procedures in empirical research on vulnerable people.
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Tung YC, Cooke M, Moyle W. A theoretical model of efficacy beliefs, functional status and quality of life for older people during rehabilitation: testing causal relationships. J Adv Nurs 2013; 69:2008-19. [PMID: 23278105 DOI: 10.1111/jan.12063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/10/2012] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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AIMS Structural equation modelling tested hypothesized causal relationships between age, gender, pain, depression, self-efficacy, outcome expectations, functional status and quality of life in older Australians post-orthopaedics surgery across three stages of their rehabilitation. BACKGROUND Self-efficacy is important in forming personal beliefs about capabilities to perform functional activities, which is believed to maintain individual's quality of life. Research examining how efficacy beliefs influence functional status in older people following orthopaedic events is limited. DESIGN A descriptive, longitudinal method was used for this study. METHODS A convenience sample of 101 older people with orthopaedic surgery to lower extremities was recruited from private rehabilitation units in Brisbane, Australia. Data were collected from September 2008-November 2009. Standardized questionnaires were used to measure efficacy beliefs, functional status, and quality of life. RESULTS Structural equation modelling revealed that depression, efficacy beliefs, age, and gender significantly influenced quality of life, as self-efficacy and gender have a direct relationship on functional status. Across three stages in the model, outcome expectation at stage 2 was the most significant predictor of functional recovery after discharge. Older men with higher quality of life at admission was positively related to self-efficacy and negatively associated with depression at stage 2: quality of life influenced outcome expectations and pain positively at stage 3. CONCLUSION Rehabilitation programmes play a significant role in assisting older people in resuming functional activities and quality of life following orthopaedic surgery. Enhancing self-efficacy may facilitate older people's participation and adherence to rehabilitation programmes during hospitalization and following discharge.
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- Yi-Chen Tung
- Central Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taichung City, Taiwan.
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Perspectives and Experiences Related to Physical Activity of Elders in Long-Term-Care Settings. J Aging Phys Act 2013; 21:33-50. [DOI: 10.1123/japa.21.1.33] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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This qualitative study investigated individual and situational factors influencing physical activity (PA) practices of elders in residential-care/assisted-living (RC/ AL) communities. This article describes the results of focus-group interviews involving 47 residents across 6 RC/AL settings. Thematic analysis revealed 6 themes: staying active, past PA experiences, value of PA, barriers to PA, strategies to facilitate PA, and support needs to promote PA. Staying active meant walking indoors and out, attending chair-exercise programs, performing professionally prescribed home exercises, and using available exercise equipment. Past PA experiences shaped current preferences and practices. Participants agreed that exercise helped maintain physical functioning but recounted cognitive and situational barriers to PA. Lack of dedicated exercise space and short corridors hampered efforts to stay active. Participants wished for individualized home exercise programs and supervised exercise sessions. Future research should examine the extent to which the physical environment and PA programming in RC/AL communities affect elders’ PA.
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Tung YC, Cooke M, Moyle W. Sources older people draw on to nurture, strengthen and improve self-efficacy in managing home rehabilitation following orthopaedic surgery. J Clin Nurs 2012; 22:1217-25. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2702.2012.04252.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to describe the psychometric testing of the Basic Physical Capability Scale. The study was a secondary data analysis of combined data sets from three studies. Study participants included 93 older adults, recruited from 2 acute-care settings and 110 older adults living in long-term care facilities. Rasch analysis was used for the testing of the measurement model. There was some support for construct validity based on the fit of the items to the scale across both samples. In addition, there was support for hypothesis testing as physical function was significantly associated with physical capability. There was evidence for internal consistency (Alpha coefficients of .77-.83) and interrater reliability based on an intraclass correlation of .81. This study provided preliminary support for the reliability and validity of the Basic Physical Capability Scale, and guidance for scale revisions and continued use.
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Lee LL, Chiu YY, Ho CC, Wu SC, Watson R. The Chinese version of the Outcome Expectations for Exercise scale: validation study. Int J Nurs Stud 2010; 48:672-80. [PMID: 21129743 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2010.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2010] [Revised: 10/28/2010] [Accepted: 11/04/2010] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Estimates of the reliability and validity of the English nine-item Outcome Expectations for Exercise (OEE) scale have been tested and found to be valid for use in various settings, particularly among older people, with good internal consistency and validity. Data on the use of the OEE scale among older Chinese people living in the community and how cultural differences might affect the administration of the OEE scale are limited. AIM To test the validity and reliability of the Chinese version of the Outcome Expectations for Exercise scale among older people. METHODS A cross-sectional validation study was designed to test the Chinese version of the OEE scale (OEE-C). Reliability was examined by testing both the internal consistency for the overall scale and the squared multiple correlation coefficient for the single item measure. The validity of the scale was tested on the basis of both a traditional psychometric test and a confirmatory factor analysis using structural equation modelling. The Mokken Scaling Procedure (MSP) was used to investigate if there were any hierarchical, cumulative sets of items in the measure. RESULTS The OEE-C scale was tested in a group of older people in Taiwan (n=108, mean age=77.1). There was acceptable internal consistency (alpha=.85) and model fit in the scale. Evidence of the validity of the measure was demonstrated by the tests for criterion-related validity and construct validity. There was a statistically significant correlation between exercise outcome expectations and exercise self-efficacy (r=.34, p<.01). An analysis of the Mokken Scaling Procedure found that nine items of the scale were all retained in the analysis and the resulting scale was reliable and statistically significant (p=.0008). CONCLUSION The results obtained in the present study provided acceptable levels of reliability and validity evidence for the Chinese Outcome Expectations for Exercise scale when used with older people in Taiwan. Future testing of the OEE-C scale needs to be carried out to see whether these results are generalisable to older Chinese people living in urban areas.
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- Ling-Ling Lee
- Department of Nursing, Tzu-Chi College of Technology, and School of Nursing, Tzu-Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan.
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Sabol VK, Resnick B, Galik E, Gruber-Baldini AL, Morton PG, Hicks GE. Exploring the Factors That Influence Functional Performance Among Nursing Home Residents. J Aging Health 2010; 23:112-34. [DOI: 10.1177/0898264310383157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective: To promote healthy aging in older nursing home (NH) residents, it is important to identify factors that impact functional performance. Using the Disablement Process Model, it was hypothesized that variables from all levels of the model would significantly impact the ability of a NH resident to get up from a chair. Method: A stepwise multiple logistic regression model was used to test the impact of sociodemographic, physiologic, physical, psychosocial, and environmental factors on chair rise. Results: Analysis indicated that three factors, strength, gait, and self-efficacy, were significantly associated with chair-rise ability and together explained approximately 64% of the variance and successfully classified 88.4% of the chair-rise cases. Discussion: These findings indicate that identifying physical and psychosocial variables early in the disablement process will help health care providers tailor medical and restorative care interventions that may help older adults maintain the ability to chair rise.
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Beebe LH, Smith K, Burk R, Dessieux O, Velligan D, Tavakoli A, Tennison C. Effect of a motivational group intervention upon exercise self efficacy and outcome expectations for exercise in Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders (SSDs). J Am Psychiatr Nurses Assoc 2010; 16:105-13. [PMID: 20445768 PMCID: PMC2863356 DOI: 10.1177/1078390310364428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Persons with SSDs contend with multiple barriers to exercise. Interventions are needed to enhance attitudes theoretically linked to exercise behavior. OBJECTIVE Examine effect of Walk, Address Sensations, Learn About Exercise, Cue Exercise for SSDs (WALC-S) intervention upon exercise self efficacy (SEE) and outcome expectations (OEES) in 97 outpatients with SSDs. DESIGN Experimental, pre test posttest. Randomization to experimental (WALC-S) or time-and-attention control (TAC) after baseline SEE and OEES measures. Measures repeated after WALC-S or TAC. RESULTS N = 97, 46% female, 43% African American, average age 46.9 years (SD = 2.0). Mean SEE scores were significantly higher in WALC-S participants after intervention (F ((1,95)) = 5.92, p = 0.0168), however, mean OEES scores were significantly higher in control participants after intervention (F ((1,95)) = 5.76, p = 0.0183. CONCLUSION This is the first study to examine SEE and OEES in SSDs. Interventions to enhance exercise attitudes are a critical first step toward the ultimate goal of increasing exercise participation.
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- Lora Humphrey Beebe
- College of Nursing, University of Tennessee, 1200 Volunteer Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA.
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Wagner LM, Clevenger C. Contractures in Nursing Home Residents. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2010; 11:94-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2009.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2009] [Accepted: 04/30/2009] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Chen YM. Perceived barriers to physical activity among older adults residing in long-term care institutions. J Clin Nurs 2010; 19:432-9. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2702.2009.02990.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 96] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Wagner LM, Capezuti E, Brush BL, Clevenger C, Boltz M, Renz S. Contractures in Frail Nursing Home Residents. Geriatr Nurs 2008; 29:259-66. [DOI: 10.1016/j.gerinurse.2007.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2007] [Revised: 09/12/2007] [Accepted: 09/15/2007] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Gao Z, Xiang P, Lee AM, Harrison L. Self-efficacy and outcome expectancy in beginning weight training class: their relations to students' behavioral intention and actual behavior. RESEARCH QUARTERLY FOR EXERCISE AND SPORT 2008; 79:92-100. [PMID: 18431955 DOI: 10.1080/02701367.2008.10599464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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This study was an initial attempt to investigate the relationships among self-efficacy, outcome expectancy, behavioral intention, and actual behavior over time in a beginning weight training class. A total of 109 participants completed questionnaires assessing their self-efficacy, outcome expectancy, and intentions for future weight training. Their attendance and workout logs were calculated as a measure of actual behavior. Correlation analyses revealed significant positive relationships among all the variables during both program periods. Multiple regression analyses indicated that outcome expectancy initially played a more important role than self-efficacy in predicting behavioral intention and actual behavior. However, self-efficacy appeared more influential at midprogram. Findings of this study can enhance our understanding of the determining factors for individuals' motivated behaviors in college physical activity classes.
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- Zan Gao
- Department of Exercise and Sport Science, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0920, USA.
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The Reliability and Validity of the Physical Activity Survey in Long-Term Care. J Aging Phys Act 2007; 15:439-58. [DOI: 10.1123/japa.15.4.439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to develop and test a measure of physical activity for residents in long-term-care facilities, the Physical Activity Survey in Long-Term Care (PAS-LTC). Sixty-six activities are included in the PAS-LTC: routine physical activity, personal-care activities, structured exercise, recreational activities, caretaking activities, and repetitive activities. The study included 13 residents in a long-term-care facility, most of whom were women (62%), with an average age of 84 years (± 6.0) and an average Mini Mental State Examination score of 6 (± 6.9). There was evidence of interrater reliability of the PAS-LTC with intraclass correlations of .83-.94. There was some evidence of validity of the measure with statistically significant correlations between PAS-LTC recorded during the evening and night shifts and the number of counts of activity per the ActiGraph (r= .60 andr= .57, respectively,p< .05) and the calories estimated (r= .58 andr= .60, respectively,p< .05). The PAS-LTC completed during the day shift and total activity based on the PAS-LTC showed nonsignificant correlations of .40 or greater with the ActiGraph activity counts and calories.
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Kwong EWY, Kwan AYH. Participation in health-promoting behaviour: influences on community-dwelling older Chinese people. J Adv Nurs 2007; 57:522-34. [PMID: 17284280 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2648.2006.04132.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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AIM This paper reports a study to determine the factors affecting community-dwelling older Chinese people's health-promoting behaviour in the domains of physical activity, healthy dietary practices and stress management, and to identify any barriers to these behaviours. BACKGROUND Previous studies have identified factors affecting different types of health-promoting behaviours, including perceived self-efficacy, perceived benefits and five individual characteristics (age, sex, marital status, education and perceived health) of older non-Chinese people. However, few studies have simultaneously taken these factors into account in examining community-dwelling Chinese older people's health-promoting behaviour. METHOD Individual face-to-face interviews were completed in 2002-2003 with a convenience sample of 896 community-dwelling older Chinese people in Hong Kong aged between the ages of 60 and 98 (years mean 76). Participants had no apparent communication and cognition impairments. A structured interview schedule was used to collect the data. RESULTS Multiple regression analysis showed that perceived self-efficacy, perceived benefits and sex together explained 38.4% of health-promoting behaviour among community-dwelling older Chinese people in Hong Kong. Fatigue during and after physical activity, enjoyment of unhealthy foods and inadequate family and peer support were the most frequently reported barriers to health-promoting behaviour. CONCLUSION When developing health promotion programmes to motivate community-dwelling older Chinese clients to participate in health-promoting behaviour and to minimize barriers, community nurses should include some activities to increase both the perceived self-efficacy and perceived benefits of health-promoting behaviour. Future studies should include more critical factors based on theories, empirical evidence and knowledge of culture with samples that are random and from more diverse community settings.
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- Enid Wai-Yung Kwong
- School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hunghom, Hong Kong.
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Fergusson D, Hutton B, Drodge A. The epidemiology of major joint contractures: a systematic review of the literature. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2007; 456:22-9. [PMID: 17179779 DOI: 10.1097/blo.0b013e3180308456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Current knowledge on the epidemiology of major joint contractures is limited. We systematically reviewed the literature to identify studies examining the epidemiology of joint contracture regardless of clinical condition. Epidemiologic measures of interest were prevalence, incidence, and prognostic risk factors. We used Medline to identify all epidemiologic studies of major joint contractures published from 1966 to March 2005. There was a high prevalence of major joint contractures. Most studies focused on one joint rather than including all relevant major contractures. However, most studies did provide a definition of a contracture or the measures used to assess contractures. Immobility is a highly prevalent disability in at-risk populations, and constitutes a tremendous burden to patients in nursing homes, hospitals, and the outpatient community. The lack of epidemiologic data is a major impediment to providing appropriate treatment.
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- Dean Fergusson
- Clinical Epidemiology Program, Ottawa Health Research Institute, Ontario, Canada.
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Sanford JA, Griffiths PC, Richardson P, Hargraves K, Butterfield T, Hoenig H. The effects of in-home rehabilitation on task self-efficacy in mobility-impaired adults: A randomized clinical trial. J Am Geriatr Soc 2006; 54:1641-8. [PMID: 17087689 DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2006.00913.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To examine the effect on mobility self-efficacy of a multifactorial, individualized, occupational/physical therapy (OT/PT) intervention delivered via teletechnology or in-home visits. DESIGN Randomized, clinical trial. SETTING One Department of Veterans Affairs and one private rehabilitation hospital. PARTICIPANTS Sixty-five community-dwelling adults with new mobility devices. Thirty-three were randomized to the control or usual care group (UCG), 32 to the intervention group (IG). INTERVENTION Four, once-weekly, 1-hour OT/PT sessions targeting three mobility and three transfer tasks. A therapist delivered the intervention in the traditional home setting (trad group n = 16) or remotely via teletechnology (tele group n = 16). MEASUREMENTS Ten-item Likert-scale measure of mobility self-efficacy. RESULTS The IG had a statistically significantly greater increase in overall self-efficacy over the study period than the UCG (mean change: IG 8.8, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 3.8-13.7; UCG 1.2, 95% CI = -5.8-8.2). Descriptively, the IG exhibited positive changes in self-efficacy for all tasks and greater positive change than the UCG on all items with the exception of getting in and out of a chair. Comparisons of the two treatment delivery methods showed a medium standardized effect size (SES) in both the tele and trad groups, although it did not reach statistical significance for the tele group (SES: tele = 0.35, 95% CI = -2.5-0.95; trad = 0.54, 95% CI = 0.06-1.14). CONCLUSION A multifactorial, individualized, home-based OT/PT intervention can improve self-efficacy in mobility-impaired adults. The trend toward increased self-efficacy irrespective of the mode of rehabilitation delivery suggests that telerehabilitation can be a viable alternative to or can augment traditional in-home therapy.
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- Jon A Sanford
- Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Decatur, Georgia, USA.
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Finger ME, Cieza A, Stoll J, Stucki G, Huber EO. Identification of intervention categories for physical therapy, based on the international classification of functioning, disability and health: a Delphi exercise. Phys Ther 2006; 86:1203-20. [PMID: 16959669 DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20050134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Disability or limitations in human functioning are universal experiences that concern all people. Physical therapists aim to improve functioning and prevent disability. With the approval of the new International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF), we can now rely on a globally recognized framework and classification to be used in different health care situations by all health care professionals in multidisciplinary teams. The objective of this study was to identify ICF categories that describe the most relevant and common patient problems managed by physical therapists in acute, rehabilitation, and community health care situations taking into account 3 major groups of health conditions: musculoskeletal, neurological, and internal. SUBJECTS The subjects were physical therapists who were identified as possible participants by the heads of physical therapy departments who were members of the Swiss Association of Physical Therapy Department Heads or who were recruited from the membership of the Swiss Association of Physiotherapy. METHODS A consensus-building, 3-round, electronic-mail survey with 9 groups of physical therapists was conducted using the Delphi technique. RESULTS Two hundred sixty-three physical therapists participated in at least one round of the Delphi exercise. They had consensus levels of 80% or higher for categories in all ICF components (Body Functions, Body Structures, Activities and Participation, and Environmental Factors 1 and 2). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION This study is a first step toward identifying a list of intervention categories relevant for physical therapy according to the ICF. The ICF, designed as a common language for multidisciplinary use, is also a very helpful framework for defining the core competence for the physical therapy profession.
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Resnick B, Simpson M, Bercovitz A, Galik E, Gruber-Baldini A, Zimmerman S, Magaziner J. Pilot Testing of the Restorative Care Intervention: Impact on Residents. J Gerontol Nurs 2006; 32:39-47. [PMID: 16544456 DOI: 10.3928/00989134-20060301-07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The purpose of this pilot study was to test the feasibility and effectiveness of a two-tiered motivational intervention, the Res-Care Intervention, on nursing home residents. Twenty-one residents consented to participate in the study. The residents were 88.3 (+/- 4.9) years of age, had lived in the facility 1.6 (+/- 3.4) years, were women (93%), White (93%), and unmarried (85%). Although there were some positiv trends, there was not a statistically significant difference in any of the resident outcomes following implementation of the Res-Care Intervention. The findings have been used to revise the Res-Care Intervention to include additional education needs for the nursing assistants, revisions in the motivational intervention for the nursing assistants and nurses, clarification of documentation and motivational techniques to improve documentation, and implementation of a more comprehensive treatment fidelity plan.
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- Barbara Resnick
- Department of Nursing, University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore 21045, USA
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Resnick B, Simpson M, Galik E, Bercovitz A, Gruber-Baldini AL, Zimmerman S, Magaziner J. Making a Difference: Nursing Assistants' Perspectives of Restorative Care Nursing. Rehabil Nurs 2006; 31:78-86. [PMID: 16526526 DOI: 10.1002/j.2048-7940.2006.tb00131.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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This article explores the experiences of nursing assistants who participated in the Res-Care Pilot Intervention. A qualitative study used a focus group methodology. An interview guide was used and data from focus groups were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. A purposive sample of 13 nursing assistants participated in the focus groups. A total of 35 different codes were identified, and these were reduced to the following four themes: resident barriers to restorative care, facility or system barriers to restorative care, nursing assistant strategies, and system facilitators of restorative care. The study supports and adds to previous work that suggests that in order to successfully implement changes in care in nursing home settings the following issues should be addressed: real or perceived workload issues, poor communication with nursing, insufficient knowledge or education, lack of appropriate supplies, and insufficient administrative support. The findings may be used to revise the Res-Care Pilot Intervention and direct future implementation of programs in nursing home settings.
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- Barbara Resnick
- University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore 21201, USA.
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The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore with minority older adults their experience in the Senior Exercise Self-Efficacy Pilot Program (SESEP) and establish what aspects of the SESEP helped the participants engage in exercise and what decreased their willingness to exercise. A total of 148 older adults from 12 Senior Centers participated. The majority of the participants were African American (77%), and female (79%) and the average age was 72.9+/-8.0. Analysis of the semi-structured interviews revealed 36 codes which were categorized and reduced to 13 major themes. Eleven of these themes focused on factors that facilitated participation in exercise and two themes included factors that decreased willingness to participate in exercise. Findings support the use of the theory of self-efficacy to change behavior among minority older adults, and future research should focus on identifying culturally specific interventions that will strengthen these beliefs and thereby increase exercise behavior.
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- Barbara Resnick
- University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.
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Resnick B, Luisi D, Vogel A, Junaleepa P. Reliability and validity of the self-efficacy for exercise and outcome expectations for exercise scales with minority older adults. J Nurs Meas 2005; 12:235-47. [PMID: 16138727 DOI: 10.1891/jnum.12.3.235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Older African Americans and Latinos tend to exercise less than older Whites and are more likely to have chronic diseases that could benefit from exercise. Measurement of self-efficacy of exercise and exercise outcome expectations in this older population is required if exercise is to be monitored carefully and enhanced in this population. The purpose of this study was to test the reliability and validity of the Self-Efficacy for Exercise Scale (SEE) and Outcome Expectations for Exercise Scale (OEE) in a sample of African American and Latino older adults. A total of 166 individuals, 32 males (19%) and 134 females (81%) with an average age of 72.8 +/- 8.4 years participated in the study. The SEE and OEE scales were completed using face-to-face interviews. There was evidence of internal consistency for both scales with alphas of .89 and .90 for the SEE scale and .72 and .88 for the OEE scale. There was some evidence of validity for both scales based on confirmatory factor analysis and hypothesis testing, because factor loadings were greater than .50 in all but two items in the OEE, and there were significant relationships between self-efficacy and outcome expectations and exercise behavior at all testing time-points. The measurement models showed a fair fit of the data to the models. The study provided some evidence for the reliability and validity of the SEE and OEE when used with minority older adults, and it provides some guidelines for future scale revisions and use.
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