Archives of gerontology and geriatrics
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Arch Gerontol Geriatr · Jul 2020
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effects of consecutive sessions of anodal transcranial direct current stimulation over the primary motor cortex on hand function in healthy older adults.
With advancing age, changes in the central nervous system may lead to motor functional deficits. Non-invasive brain stimulation techniques are suggested to help modifying brain function. ⋯ The current findings suggest a-tDCS can be considered as a promising stand-alone technique in the intervention of the age-related decline of manual dexterity for improving hand function.
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Arch Gerontol Geriatr · Jan 2017
Randomized Controlled TrialFear of falling reduced by a lay led home-based program in frail community-dwelling older adults: A randomised controlled trial.
In older adults, fear of falling (FOF) leads to a decline in daily physical activity quality of life and an increased risk of falling. The aim of this randomised controlled trial was to assess the effects of a 12-week home-based intervention program carried out by lay volunteers on FOF in frail older adults. ⋯ The mean FES-I score at baseline was 42.7 points and was significantly associated with the SPPB and PASE scores. The FES-I score significantly changed in the PTN group from 44.1 to 39.9 points over the course of the intervention. Twenty-seven percent of the participants showed a decreased FES-I score of at least 4 points. This decrease was associated with an increase in the SPPB score and an increase in handgrip strength CONCLUSION: A 12-week structured physical training and nutrition intervention carried out by lay volunteers, which leads to an increase in physical activity and improved physical performance, can reduce FOF by about 10%.
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Arch Gerontol Geriatr · Nov 2016
Randomized Controlled TrialThe chaotic journey: Recovering from hip fracture in a nursing home.
To understand the journey experienced by nursing home residents following hip fracture and impressions of an outreach rehabilitation program offered after their return home. ⋯ This research suggests that an integrated care pathway including the hospital stay and first weeks back at nursing homes should be developed. Performance indicators should include carer measures on the quality of the transfer, pain management measures in the first month and return to walking.
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Arch Gerontol Geriatr · Jan 2016
Randomized Controlled TrialImpact of multicomponent, nonpharmacologic interventions on perioperative cortisol and melatonin levels and postoperative delirium in elderly oral cancer patients.
To investigate the impact of multicomponent, nonpharmacologic interventions (MNI) on perioperative cortisol and melatonin levels, as well as postoperative delirium (PD), in elderly oral cancer patients. ⋯ MNI ameliorated some postoperative disturbances regarding sleep and stress, decreased the incidence of PD and improved recovery quality.
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Arch Gerontol Geriatr · Mar 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialA randomized controlled trial: preoperative home-based combined Tai Chi and Strength Training (TCST) to improve balance and aerobic capacity in patients with total hip arthroplasty (THA).
To investigate the effect of a 12-week balance training program, combined TCST, on balance activity and aerobic capacity in patients with hip osteoarthritis. ⋯ Providing a good advice on rehabilitation for patients preparing to do THA.