The Effects of Body Mass Index on Balance, Mobility, and Functional Capacity in Older Adults
Objective: The aim of this study was to study the effects of body mass index (BMI) on balance, mobility, and physical capacity in the older adults.
Methods: A total of 149 elderly individuals aged 65 to 85 years were recruited into the study. They were divided into 3 groups, including normal weight (n = 35), overweight (n = 67), and obese (n = 47), by their BMI values. Sociodemographic characteristics of the subjects were recorded, and their BMI values (body weight/height2 [kg/m2]) were calculated using height and body weight values. Balance was assessed by the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and the tandem test, mobility by the...
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - April 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Off the Topic Source Type: research
Patient Characteristics and Functional Outcomes in a 5-Year Retrospective Stroke Cohort
Conclusion: The results of the present study show that patients with a minimum of 3 key characteristics, in a diverse stroke population, are most likely to benefit maximally from intensive inpatient stroke rehabilitation irrespective of their race, sex, or number of comorbidities. (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - April 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Off the Topic Source Type: research
The Association of Judgment and Related Factors That Affect Fall Risk in Older Adults
The purpose of this study was to develop a standardized assessment (LDUKES) that measures an individual's reported use of judgment in relation to fall risk. Fifty-three participants from 7 different senior care facilities completed an assessment that was created by researchers. Researchers found that participants' responses indicated a statistically significant inverse correlation (P (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - April 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Off the Topic Source Type: research
The PhyStat 7: A New Test Battery for Characterizing the Physical Status of Older Adults
This observational study was undertaken to describe a battery of 7 measurements of physical status, the PhyStat 7, and to determine the time requirements and clinimetric properties of the battery. Ten men and 10 women (aged 60-79 years) were examined during 2 sessions 10 to 14 days apart. A younger comparison group of 10 men and 10 women (aged 20-29 years) was also examined. During the first session, each of 2 testers independently obtained 7 measurements from all participants: (1) body mass index (BMI); (2) tragus-to-wall (TTW) distance; (3) unipedal stance time (UST); (4) 5-repetition sit-to-stand (STS) time; (5) grip st...
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - April 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Off the Topic Source Type: research
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No abstract available (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - April 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Off the Topic Source Type: research
Nursing Home Residents: The Dimension of Frailty
Conclusions: Subjects revealed low social status, advanced age comorbidity, and multifactorial incapacity. In a nursing home setting, frail and prefrail elderly stand out as a subset in the sample with higher functional status, as opposed to the usual findings in community-dwelling older adults. These facts should help recognize them as a target intervention group, as frail elderly are vulnerable and their needs might be underestimated in a setting where highly dependent people represent a huge burden for caretakers. Targeted interventions may improve their condition, prevent adverse health events, and preserve quality of ...
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Unsolicited Articles Source Type: research
Performance of National and Foreign Models for Predicting the 6-Minute Walk Distance for Assessment of Functional Exercise Capacity of Brazilian Elderly Women
Objectives: To compare the results of the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) with those estimated using national and foreign predictive equations of the six-minute walked distance (6MWD) in Brazilian elderly women.
Methods: Fifty healthy elderly women (72 ± 5 years, 29.4 ± 4.7 kg/m2) performed the 6-Minute Walk Test.
Results: Predicted distances using different equations showed significant differences and the percentage of predicted 6MWD varied between 71 ± 7% and 112 ± 12%. Correlations between predicted distances were all significant (P (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Unsolicited Articles Source Type: research
Fighting Frailty in Underserved Communities
Methods: Participants older than 50 years were recruited for frailty screenings and a 6-week exercise intervention. Participants were screened using grip strength, Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy Fatigue Scale, and the Short Physical Performance Battery.
Results: Seventy-six adults were screened, with 62 meeting criteria for frailty (81.6%). Thirty-four adults (mean age = 64.9, range 50-104, 26% (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Unsolicited Articles Source Type: research
Copresence of Osteophyte and Effusion as a Risk Factor for Knee Pain in the Community-Dwelling Elderly
The aim of this study was to investigate the risk factors for knee pain in the elderly. Seventy-six community-dwelling elderly women underwent an ultrasound examination of their knees. We compared the results of knee pain among the groups allocated according to the presence of osteophyte and effusion. Our results showed that the group with a copresence of osteophyte and effusion had a significantly higher presence of knee pain than the other groups. A combination of osteophyte and effusion provides a better indication for the risk of knee pain. (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Unsolicited Articles Source Type: research
Case Study of an 86-Year-Old Pilates Participant After Experiencing an Injury-Causing Fall
A long-term, consistent 86-year-old Pilates participant suffered an injury-inducing fall while on vacation and returned to full function and all former activities after a very short outpatient rehabilitation period. Lifestyle factors, including her Pilates participation, are believed to have potentially played a role in her positive experience postfall. (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Pilates, Mindful Movement, and Aging Source Type: research
Optimizing Function for the Older Adult With Degenerative Scoliosis Through Pilates Environment Intervention
However, the degenerative spinal changes associated with an adult with scoliosis often confound with the many typical physical degenerative issues associated with aging. Exercise is showing promise in mitigating general age-related physical decline. However, adult degenerative scoliosis and its neurological and biomechanical impact on the rib cage, pelvis, head, and limbs demonstrate a need for a multiplanar, integrative whole-body system of intervention. The Pilates Method is one whole-body approach that is showing success with adult degenerative scoliosis symptom management and with keeping our general adult population a...
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Pilates, Mindful Movement, and Aging Source Type: research
Bladder Control Is a Fitness Issue
With regard to urinary incontinence, the Cochran Review states that there is support for the recommendation of pelvic floor muscle exercise as first-line conservative therapy for women with stress incontinence, urge incontinence, and mixed incontinence. Despite all of this, most patients with pelvic floor disorders are generally not offered, and consequently do not participate in, an organized program of pelvic floor rehabilitation before using medication and/or surgery to address these problem. As we confront mounting, and unsustainable, health care costs, we should make an effort to examine the possibility that some huma...
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Pilates, Mindful Movement, and Aging Source Type: research
Pilates and Osteoporosis: A Case Study
No abstract available (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Pilates, Mindful Movement, and Aging Source Type: research
Management of Gait Impairments in Older Adults: Clinical Application of CoreAlign
The aim of this article is to highlight the versatility of CoreAlign as it relates to gait in the aging population. Declines in strength, flexibility, and balance can lead to falls, injuries, and even hospitalizations. CoreAlign is uniquely suited to address these areas of dysfunction efficiently by allowing patients to train functional movement patterns. Early clinical experience shows this is a tool that is applicable to a wide range of physical abilities and diagnoses. (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Pilates, Mindful Movement, and Aging Source Type: research
Fascia-Focused Pilates for the Older Adult
This article suggests a movement sequence that improves the proprioception, balance, coordination, and gait for an 80-year-old female client. (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)
Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation - January 1, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Tags: Pilates, Mindful Movement, and Aging Source Type: research
