Determining the Profile of People with Fall Risk in Community-Living Older People in Algarve Region: A Cross-Sectional, Population-Based Study

Guerreiro, Carla; Botelho, Marta; Fernández‐Martínez, Elia; Marreiros, Ana; Pais, Sandra

doi:10.3390/ijerph19042249

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“…In agreement with this, a study in New Zealand found significant associations with older age and female gender ( 14 ). On the same line, Guerreiro et al ( 15 ) in a study in Spain demonstrated that female gender was a significant predictor of falls among old age people. However, the multivariate analysis could not confirm a significant independent role in the risk of falling.…”

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Falls and associated risk factors in a sample of old age population in Egyptian community

Sayed

Said

Mohsen

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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IntroductionFalling is a major health problem among old age persons and are the sixth cause of mortality and morbidity among them. Assessing the prevalence of falls among elderly in an Egyptian community and investigating its associated risk factors using the Arabic translation of the SHARE-Questionnaire.Subjects and methodsThis cross-sectional analytic study was a part of the pilot for AL-SEHA project. It included 289 old age people (50+ years age) residing in the study areas. The main project data were collected using the Arabic translation of the SHARE (Survey of Health, Aging, and Retirement in Europe) questionnaire. The original project data were collected by investigators from five universities, then uploaded to the internet server domain of the American University in Cairo (AUC) Social Research Center.ResultsThe prevalence of falls was 11.07% (95% CI: 7.95–15.21). Falls were significantly more among 70 years or older (p < 0.001), unemployed or housewives (p = 0.026), have a family caregiver (p = 0.022), and home facilities for disability (p = 0.015). They had significantly higher rates of ischemic heart disease, hypertension, dyslipidemia, stroke, and diabetes mellitus. The most frequently reported problems were the fear of fall and dizziness (62.5%). The multivariate analysis identified the history of stroke and diabetes mellitus, the fear of fall and dizziness, and the total number of health problems and the score of difficulty in performing physical activities as significant independent predictors of fall occurrence. The history of stroke was the strongest risk factor (OR 33.49, CI: 3.45–325.40).Discussion and recommendationsThe prevalence of falls among old age persons in the studied community is not alarmingly high. It is highest among stroke patients. Community interventions and rehabilitation programs are recommended to train and educate old age people, especially those at risk such as stroke and diabetic patients, and those with dizziness to improve their physical fitness and reduce the fear of fall among them.

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Falls and associated risk factors in a sample of old age population in Egyptian community

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Mohsen

et al. 2023

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Effectiveness of two different exergaming systems in addition to conventional treatment for physical therapy in patients with multiple sclerosis: A study protocol for a multicenter, assessor-blind, 24-week, randomized controlled trial

Alba-Rueda,

Lucena-Anton,

De Miguel-Rubio

2024

DIGITAL HEALTH

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Objectives The main aim is to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two specific exergaming systems in addition to conventional treatment on improving physical functional capacity, balance, muscle strength, spasticity in lower limbs, and quality of life in patients with multiple sclerosis. The secondary aim is to compare the effectiveness of each exergaming system to isolated conventional treatment. Design A multicenter, assessor-blind, 24-week, randomized controlled trial. Methods 39 patients diagnosed with multiple sclerosis will be allocated to three groups. A control group will perform a conventional treatment based on daily routine activities and/or combined training, whereas the experimental groups will be randomly divided to develop an active videogame-based exercise program through Nintendo Ring Fit Adventure© or Nintendo Wii Fit©, in addition to the conventional treatment. Study outcomes will be assessed at baseline and at 12 and 24 weeks. One-way ANOVA or Kruskal–Wallis tests will be used to analyze differences between groups at baseline and mixed ANOVA for differences between-within groups over time. Discussion The findings from this evidence-based trial, which includes both Nintendo© active videogames, could potentially establish exergame training as a valuable and reliable therapeutic tool for neurorehabilitation. It is essential to consider the customization, specifically in our case, on each multiple sclerosis condition, and ensure patients’ adherence to the treatment.

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The importance of education combined with tailored exercise in the health and wellness of older adults: a community case study

Brummett,

Oglesby,

Barkus

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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Current literature states the importance of mental and physical health in combating the effects of metabolic syndrome; however, there is limited information on whether providing education on the syndrome along with mental and individualized physical exercises improves perceived confidence in the older adult population. A solution to this problem would be to provide a course to this population with a primary goal of education and exercise prescription. A community case study was implemented in the spring of 2024 with the purpose of measuring perceived confidence in metabolic syndrome, management of stress and anxiety, and how to move safely with exercise. Twenty-nine older adults with an average age of 76.1 years were recruited from a local senior citizen center. A course was given to the participants that included education and prescription of exercises tailored to the needs of the individual. Before and after the course, participants completed a confidence survey investigating their confidence in lowering the risk for metabolic syndrome, managing stress/anxiety, and understanding how to move safely with exercise. Regarding the post surveys, knowing how to lower the risk of metabolic syndrome increased by 46%, learning how to manage stress and anxiety increased by 50%, and understanding how to exercise safely increased by 41%. The data from this study suggests that providing education along with specific exercise prescription improved the participant’s confidence in lowering their risk for metabolic syndrome, management of stress and anxiety, and how to move safely with exercise.

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Determining the Profile of People with Fall Risk in Community-Living Older People in Algarve Region: A Cross-Sectional, Population-Based Study

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References 35 publications

Falls and associated risk factors in a sample of old age population in Egyptian community

Falls and associated risk factors in a sample of old age population in Egyptian community

Effectiveness of two different exergaming systems in addition to conventional treatment for physical therapy in patients with multiple sclerosis: A study protocol for a multicenter, assessor-blind, 24-week, randomized controlled trial

The importance of education combined with tailored exercise in the health and wellness of older adults: a community case study

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