Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Xin Zhang, Jinwei Li, Xin Sui, Linqi Xu, Lanyu Zhu, Yue Pang, Tianzhuo Yu, Xiaoqian Lian, Tianyue Yu, Yuewei Li, Haiyan Xu, Feng Li
Summary: This study aims to verify the effect of remotely supervised physical activity on health profile in community-dwelling frail older adults. Participants will receive a 12-week intervention using the intelligent exercise rehabilitation management system (IERMS), and the primary outcome is physical function.
FRONTIERS IN AGING NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Transplantation
Roberto Pecoits-Filho, John Larkin, Carlos Eduardo Poli-de-Figueiredo, Americo Lourenco Cuvello-Neto, Ana Beatriz Lesqueves Barra, Priscila Bezerra Goncalves, Shimul Sheth, Murilo Guedes, Maggie Han, Viviane Calice-Silva, Manuel Carlos Martins de Castro, Peter Kotanko, Thyago Proenca de Moraes, Jochen G. Raimann, Maria Eugenia F. Canziani
Summary: In this study, the effects of high-volume online hemodiafiltration (HDF) on physical activity (PA) in dialysis patients were investigated. Despite achieving a high convective volume and positive impact on solute removal, HDF did not have a statistically significant treatment effect on PA compared to high-flux hemodialysis (HD). However, there were modest treatment effects observed, particularly in the hours following dialysis, which may warrant further investigation into the clinical significance.
NEPHROLOGY DIALYSIS TRANSPLANTATION
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ji Yoon Kim, Kyoung Jin Kim, Kyeong Jin Kim, Jimi Choi, Jinhee Seo, Jung-Been Lee, Jae Hyun Bae, Nam Hoon Kim, Hee Young Kim, Soo-Kyung Lee, Sin Gon Kim
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of digital health interventions using a wearable activity tracker (Fitbit device) on North Korean refugees. The intervention group showed significant improvement in the average daily step count, while the control group showed a decrease. The intervention was particularly effective among participants with a lower-than-average daily step count at baseline. Therefore, further large-scale and long-term studies of this intervention type in underserved populations are needed.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Chiou Yi Ho, Zuriati Ibrahim, Zalina Abu Zaid, Zulfitri Azuan Mat Daud, Nor Baizura Mohd Yusop, Mohd Norazam Mohd Abas, Jamil Omar
Summary: This study aimed to investigate postoperative dietary intake and its predictors in gynecologic cancer patients. The study found significant associations between postoperative dietary intake and changes in weight, muscle mass, and handgrip strength. Preoperative whey protein-infused carbohydrate loading, postoperative nausea vomiting, age, and time to tolerate clear fluid were identified as significant predictors of postoperative dietary intake.
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Valentina Carfora, Marco Biella, Patrizia Catellani
Summary: This study investigates the role of affective components in promoting physical activity through message interventions. Results show that reading positive messages about physical activity enhances individuals' positive affective attitude and increases their behavior and intention towards physical activity.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ana da Conceicao Alves Faria, Maria Manuela F. P. S. Martins, Olga Maria Pimenta Lopes Ribeiro, Joao Miguel Almeida Ventura-Silva, Esmeralda Faria Fonseca, Luciano Jose Moreira Ferreira, Jose Alberto Laredo-Aguilera
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of an active aging-in-place rehabilitation nursing program on the functional capacity and lifestyles of frail older adults. The experimental group showed improvements in multidimensional and physical frailty, functional capacity, balance, and perceived exertion. Significant improvements were also observed in physical activity habits, relational behavior, and stress management among the older adults' lifestyles.
Article
Rehabilitation
Sara Suikkanen, Paula Soukkio, Eeva Aartolahti, Sanna Kaaria, Hannu Kautiainen, Markku T. Hupli, Kaisu Pitkala, Sarianna Sipila, Katriina Kukkonen-Harjula
Summary: The study investigated the effects of a 12-month home-based exercise program on functioning and falls among persons with signs of frailty, finding significant improvements in physical performance and a decrease in falls in the exercise group compared to usual care over 12 months. However, exercise did not prevent the deterioration of functional independence measure (FIM), instrumental activities of daily living (IADL), or handgrip strength.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srujitha Marupuru, Melanie L. Bell, Michael A. Grandner, Ruth E. Taylor-Piliae
Summary: This study aimed to examine the effect of physical activity on sleep outcomes in community-dwelling stroke survivors. The results showed that physical activity did not significantly improve sleep quality in older community-dwelling stroke survivors.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Marina Petrella, Ivan Aprahamian, Ronei Luciano Mamoni, Carla Fernanda de Vasconcellos Romanini, Natalia Almeida Lima, Everson de Cassio Robello, Daniele Lima da Costa, Vinicius Nakajima An, Bianca Nobre Aguirre, Julia Riccetto Galdeano, Isabela Cunha Fernandes, Salma S. Soleman Hernandez, Matteo Cesari, John E. Morley, Mikel Izquierdo, Richard C. Oude Voshaar
Summary: The study aims to investigate the effects of an exercise intervention using the VIVIFRAIL (c) protocol on inflammatory and functional parameters in different frailty statuses. Through a randomized clinical trial, the study will compare the impact of exercise intervention and health education on improving inflammatory levels and physical performance.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Afroditi Stathi, Colin J. Greaves, Janice L. Thompson, Janet Withall, Peter Ladlow, Gordon Taylor, Antonieta Medina-Lara, Tristan Snowsill, Selena Gray, Colin Green, Heidi Johansen-Berg, Claire E. Sexton, James L. J. Bilzon, Jolanthe DeKoning, Jessica C. Bollen, Sarah J. Moorlock, Max J. Western, Naiara Demnitz, Poppy Seager, Jack M. Guralnik, W. Jack Rejeski, Melvyn Hillsdon, Kenneth R. Fox
Summary: The REACT trial demonstrated that a 12-month physical activity and behavioral maintenance program for older adults could prevent decline in physical function over a 24-month period.
LANCET PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jennifer C. Davis, Chun Liang Hsu, Cindy Barha, Deborah A. Jehu, Patrick Chan, Cheyenne Ghag, Patrizio Jacova, Cassandra Adjetey, Larry Dian, Naaz Parmar, Kenneth Madden, Teresa Liu-Ambrose
Summary: This study examined the cost-effectiveness of the OEP among older women and men who have previously fallen. The results showed that the OEP can significantly reduce falls among men and is cost-effective for them. However, it did not show significant effects on falls or cost-effectiveness for women.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Fang Chuai, Tong Dong, Yuan Liu, Wen Jiang, Lanmei Zhang, Lei Chen, Yunhai Chuai, Yuhang Zhou
Summary: The objective of this study was to assess the effect of maternal prolonged oxygen exposure during labor on fetal acid-base status, fetal heart rate tracings, and umbilical cord arterial metabolites. The results showed that oxygen exposure did not affect the fetal acid-base status and high-risk fetal heart rate tracings, but it might result in alterations to the umbilical cord arterial metabolic profile.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Melissa L. Stansbury, Jean Harvey, Rebecca A. Krukowski, Christine A. Pellegrini, Xuewen Wang, Delia Smith West
Summary: This study examined weekly patterns of adherence to step-based and minute-based physical activity goals and self-monitoring behavior during an online weight loss intervention. The results showed that there is a window of opportunity within the initial 2 months to bring more people toward adherent behavior, especially those who fail to meet the prescribed goals but engage in self-monitoring.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Carmina G. Valle, Molly A. Diamond, Hillary M. Heiling, Allison M. Deal, Derek P. Hales, Brooke T. Nezami, Bernardine M. Pinto, Jessica Gokee LaRose, Christine M. Rini, Deborah F. Tate
Summary: Background: Physical inactivity is common among young adult cancer survivors, and evidence on effective physical activity interventions for this group is limited. Methods: The IMPACT trial assessed the effects of a theory-based mobile physical activity intervention on PA outcomes in YACS. Results: While the intervention did not significantly increase total PA, it did lead to a greater increase in MVPA compared to the self-help group, potentially offering important health benefits.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Pille-Riin Meerits, Henri Tilga, Andre Koka
Summary: This pilot study developed and tested an online self-determination theory (SDT)-informed training program for parents to enhance their ability to support their children's intrinsic motivation towards leisure-time physical activity. Although the intervention did not yield significant effects on children's physical activity, children in the intervention group reported higher levels of intrinsic motivation, lower levels of introjected regulation and autonomy frustration at follow-up. Contrary to expectations, children in the control group demonstrated higher perceptions of intention and effort towards leisure-time physical activity at follow-up.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Abbi Hernandez, Yi Sun, Anisha Banerjee, YouFeng Yang, Amrisha Verma, Qiuhong Li, Liliana Baptista, Thomas W. Buford, Christy S. Carter
Summary: The utilization of genetically modified angiotensin (1-7) activation to target the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) can effectively enhance physical and cognitive function in aged rats, thus improving their overall health.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Melissa L. Erickson, Jacob M. Allen, Daniel P. Beavers, Linda M. Collins, Karina W. Davidson, Kirk Erickson, Karyn A. Esser, Matthijs K. C. Hesselink, Kerrie L. Moreau, Eric B. Laber, Charlotte A. Peterson, Courtney M. Peterson, Jane E. Reusch, John P. Thyfault, Shawn D. Youngstedt, Juleen R. Zierath, Bret H. Goodpaster, Nathan K. LeBrasseur, Thomas W. Buford, Lauren M. Sparks
Summary: Exercise is vital in preventive medicine and can influence the aging process. Understanding the variations in exercise response, especially in older adults, can help optimize exercise prescription and enhance the effectiveness of exercise training.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Pariya L. Fazeli, Amanda L. Willig, Vitor Oliveira, Thomas W. Buford, David E. Vance, Greer Burkholder, Heidi M. Crane, Christine Horvat Davey, Julia Fleming, Allison R. Webel
Summary: Middle-aged and older people living with HIV are more likely to experience cognitive impairment and engage in lower levels of physical activity than HIV-negative individuals. This study examined the association between accelerometry-measured physical activity and cognitive functioning in a sample of 75 HIV-positive individuals. The findings suggest that engaging in light physical activity, performed in bouts of at least 10 minutes, is associated with better cognitive performance. However, further research is needed to understand the dose-response associations between physical activity and cognitive trajectories, the specific effects of physical activity on different cognitive domains, and the underlying neural mechanisms.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Brienne Miner, Margaret Doyle, Melissa Knauert, Henry Klar Yaggi, Katie L. Stone, Sonia Ancoli-Israel, Jane A. Cauley, Susan Redline, Terri Blackwell, Thomas M. Gill
Summary: ISSD, characterized by insomnia or poor sleep quality with short sleep duration, is common among older adults and is associated with various factors. Future research should focus on determining causal relationships and whether these factors are modifiable risk factors.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Natalia Festa, John Hsu, James K. K. Hammitt, Thomas M. M. Gill
Summary: Although environmental pollution and societal aging are concurrent public health challenges, the relationship between the two is rarely considered. The current approach to valuing public health benefits of environmental policy may not be suitable for aging populations. We describe the limitations of the age-invariant approach used by the US EPA for estimating public health benefits of environmental regulation. We offer an empirical framework that could address these limitations and improve the calibration of environmental regulatory analysis to the changing age distribution of the US population.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Julian N. Acosta, Cameron P. Both, Zachariah S. Demarais, Carolyn J. Conlon, Audrey C. Leasure, Victor M. Torres-Lopez, Adam de Havenon, Nils H. Petersen, Thomas M. Gill, Lauren H. Sansing, Kevin N. Sheth, Guido J. Falcone
Summary: This study examines the relationship between genetic susceptibility to hypertension and blood pressure control in stroke survivors. The results show that stroke survivors with higher genetic susceptibility tend to have worse blood pressure control, with a higher prevalence of uncontrolled and resistant hypertension.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Steven M. M. Smith, Almut G. G. Winterstein, Matthew J. J. Gurka, Marta G. G. Walsh, Shailina Keshwani, Anne M. M. Libby, William R. R. Hogan, Carl J. J. Pepine, Rhonda M. M. Cooper-DeHoff
Summary: This study reveals significant variation in initial antihypertensive prescribing among new users, highlighting a gap between current guideline recommendations and real-world implementation in early hypertension care.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Paul J. Wang, Ying Lu, Kenneth W. Mahaffey, Amy Lin, Daniel P. Morin, Samuel F. Sears, Mina K. Chung, Andrea M. Russo, Bryant Lin, Jonathan Piccini, Mellanie True Hills, Caroline Berube, Krishna Pundi, Tina Baykaner, Gotzone Garay, Karma Lhamo, Eli Rice, Idean A. Pourshams, Rushil Shah, Paul Newswanger, Katie DeSutter, Julio Cesar Nunes, Michelle A. Albert, Kevin A. Schulman, Paul A. Heidenreich, T. Jared Bunch, Lee M. Sanders, Mintu Turakhia, Abraham Verghese, Randall S. Stafford
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of a novel patient-clinician shared decision-making tool on reducing decisional conflict in oral anticoagulation patients. The results showed that this tool significantly reduced decisional conflict in patients with atrial fibrillation.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Editorial Material
Cell Biology
Anna Picca, Emanuele Marzetti, Christiaan Leeuwenburgh
Editorial Material
Health Care Sciences & Services
Julio C. Nunes, Tina Baykaner, Krishna Pundi, Katie DeSutter, Mellanie True Hills, Kenneth W. Mahaffey, Samuel F. Sears, Daniel P. Morin, Bryant Lin, Paul J. Wang, Randall S. Stafford
Summary: Shared decision-making is an important approach for patients and clinicians to make medical decisions together. Developing informative tools, such as a web-based tool for atrial fibrillation patients, can improve treatment acceptance and outcomes.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Daniela Renedo, Julian N. Acosta, Andrew B. Koo, Cyprien Rivier, Nanthiya Sujijantarat, Adam de Havenon, Richa Sharma, Thomas M. Gill, Kevin N. Sheth, Guido J. Falcone, Charles C. Matouk
Summary: This study aims to investigate the relationship between the hospital frailty risk score (HFRS) and the risk of stroke, as well as to determine whether there is a significant association between genetically determined frailty and stroke. The results showed that frailty status is positively associated with the risk of stroke, and genetically determined frailty is independently associated with the risk of stroke.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xi-liang Li, Hang Huang, Ying Lu, Randall S. Stafford, Simone Maria Lima, Caroline Mota, Xin Shi
Summary: This study analyzed national health data in Brazil over the past two decades to examine the effects of demographic factors and predict the impact of various risk factors on multimorbidity. The study found that the prevalence of multimorbidity has remained stable, but varies widely across different social groups. Factors such as gender, employment status, age, literacy, and subjective well-being were found to be associated with multimorbidity.
JMIR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SURVEILLANCE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Maria Alejandra Rubio, Carlos M. Mejia-Arbelaez, Maria A. Wilches-Mogollon, Sergio Moreno, Carolyn Finck, Lisa G. Rosas, Sol A. Romero, Paula Guevara, Santiago Cabas, Oscar Rubiano, Alberto Florez-Pregonero, Jose G. Leon, Luis Fernando Alarcon, Robert Haile, Olga L. Sarmiento, Abby C. King
Summary: This study assessed the acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of a dance intervention for breast cancer survivors in Bogota, Colombia. The intervention showed positive effects on participants' physical activity levels, motivation to engage in physical activity, and quality of life.
PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES
(2023)
Article
Geography
Shamsi Soltani, Jessica A. Hinman, Isela Blanco-Velazquez, Ann W. Banchoff, Maria I. Campero, Lorene M. Nelson, Abby C. King
Summary: Social and spatial contexts have an impact on health, and understanding the nuances of these contexts is crucial for successful interventions to achieve health equity. By combining mixed methods and mixed scale data sources, we can visualize patterns of health outcomes and analyze broad trends as well as individual experiences across time and space. The integration of micro-scale citizen scientist-collected data with aggregate epidemiologic and population-level data sets allows us to identify barriers to and facilitators of physical activity among low-income aging adults. This approach highlights the added value of combining data sources and the potential limitations of relying solely on micro- or macro-level data. The use of mixed methods and granularity data integration can provide a deeper understanding of the environmental context, which can inform community, advocacy, and policy improvements that are more relevant and achievable.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Melanie Ambler, Andrew Janss, Randall S. Stafford, Bryant Lin, Aubrey Florom-Smith, Augustine W. Kang
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on patients, family members, and healthcare staff. However, a virtual concert program called the Vital Sounds Initiative (VSI) has been able to combat patient isolation and provide employment opportunities for professional musicians, resulting in positive impacts on individuals at every level.