The Happy Antics programme: Holistic exercise for people with dementia

Khoo, Yvonne J-Lyn; Schaik, Paul van; McKenna, Jackie

doi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.02.008

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“…The favorable of Qigong training on strengths are consistent with previous studies demonstrating significant improvements of knee extension strength after Tai Chi training in elderly subjects (Song et al, 2014;Klarod et al, 2020). Therefore that the elderly should be able to have the activities of their own choice, and they should not be too heavy or arduous, and they should be easy for them to practice (Khoo et al, 2014;Krabuanrat & Supaporn, 2014;.…”

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Effect of Physical Activities Training and Massages on the Physical Fitness of Elderly People

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Promlak

Mangkool

et al. 2022

Teor. metod. fiz. vihov.

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Study purpose. The study aimed to investigate the effect of physical activities and massages on the physical fitness of elderly people. Materials and methods. The participants were 32 females aged 62–75 who were willing to participate in the study. They were selected through a systematic random sampling. The participants were divided into two groups: the experimental and control groups. The experimental group performed physical activities such as Qi Gong and Ruesi Dadton (RSD), and received a massage for 90 minutes a day, 3 days a week, for a period of 8 weeks. The control group did not perform the physical activities in question. Quantitative data were gathered by measuring the elderly people’s body potential such as balance, strength of the leg and arm muscles, flexibility, flexibility of the shoulders, cardiovascular and respiratory endurance before and after training in the fourth and eighth weeks. Qualitative data were collected by means of a semi-structured interview. Results. The study found that following the training in the fourth and eighth weeks, the experimental group had a better mean of body balance, muscular strength in arms and legs, flexibility in shoulders, cardiovascular and respiratory endurance than before training and the control group at a statistical significance (p < 0.05). Conclusions. As regards the benefits to the physical fitness, it was found that the subjects had a better body balance, strength and endurance, better mental health, and more socialization.

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Effect of Physical Activities Training and Massages on the Physical Fitness of Elderly People

Nontakhod

Promlak

Mangkool

et al. 2022

Teor. metod. fiz. vihov.

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“…The inclusion of qualitative methods preceding the consensus phase of COS development, represents a methodological innovation considered particularly necessary when research in the field of the Core Outcome Set lacks sufficient qualitative work [5]. Most qualitative studies about physical activity for people with dementia are linked to a specific intervention and are aimed at exploring feasibility, barriers and facilitators to that intervention [6][7][8][9][10]. The few available qualitative papers, not linked to a specific intervention, include only care home settings [11,12] or people living with early stages of dementia [13,14] and do not meet the needs of a Core Outcome Set applicable across intervention settings, types of dementia and stages of the condition.…”

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Outcomes of physical activity for people living with dementia: qualitative study to inform a Core Outcome Set

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Background:The need for a Core Outcome Set to evaluate physical activity interventions for people living with dementia, across stages of disease and intervention settings has been established. This qualitative study precedes the consensus phase of developing this Core Outcome Set and aims to: (i) compare the outcomes identified by patients, carers and professionals to those previously reported in the literature; (ii) and understand "why" certain outcomes are considered important. Design and Methods:In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with people living with dementia, family carers and professionals (n=29). The outcomes identified in the interviews were mapped to a list of outcomes reported in a recent literature review. An in-depth thematic analysis was conducted to understand the importance of physical activity in dementia care.Results: A comprehensive, inductively derived list of 77 outcomes, common across stages of dementia and intervention setting, was put together for the consensus phase of this Core Outcome Set: ten of these were new outcomes generated by this qualitative study. Five themes explained why stakeholders perceived physical activity outcomes as important for people living with dementia: "being well and staying well", "having a role towards others", "maintaining identity", "being connected to the present" and "delivering good quality care". Conclusion:Ten new outcomes of physical activity, not previously reported in recent literature, were identified. Physical activity is considered important to people living with dementia due to its positive impact on multiple health outcomes for both patients and carers. Contribution of the paper:• Qualitative methods ensure relevant outcomes are not missed in Core Outcome Sets.• Physical activity can enable a constant adaptation of self-identity to patients and carers as the dementia progresses and may bring positive outcomes to those living with severe dementia and/or comorbidities.• Physical activity for people living with dementia is linked to good quality care, overall wellness, living in the present and being connected with others.

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“…Meaningful activities are relevant from the perspective of a person's well-being [32]. For example, regular exercise and outdoor activities not only help to slow down the changes brought about by aging but also strengthen the mental well-being of the person [7,33]. Meaningful activity supports a person's identity [34] and helps maintain the qualities and skills that belong to them and that they enjoy [35].…”

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In the Shadow of COVID-19: The Well-Being and Rights of People Living with Dementia in Finland During the Pandemic

Ervasti

Kotkas

Issakainen

et al. 2023

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Background: Exceptional circumstances such as the COVID-19 pandemic increase the risk for vulnerability among people living with dementia. Objective: This article discusses the well-being and rights of people living with dementia in Finland during the pandemic and analyses the legal framework covering the restrictions of their rights during that period. Methods: The empirical research comprises a survey of persons with dementia (n = 31) and their family members (n = 168). The participants completed a total of 13 survey items involving questions about their well-being during the pandemic, restrictions on freedom, access to services, information on pandemic regulations and guidelines as well as possible problems with authorities. The survey included both multiple choice and open-ended questions. Results: According to people with dementia and their family members, by spring 2021, the pandemic had reduced meaningful activities available to people living with dementia in Finland and decreased the number of meetings between them and other people. Many reported a decline in their physical and/or mental well-being or greater difficulty or delays in accessing social and health services. Over a third of respondents found that the right to meet people was restricted among people with dementia, and almost half of the respondents took the view that their freedom of movement was restricted. There were also major shortcomings in terms of information on restrictions. Conclusion: The results highlight the importance of bearing in mind the negative effects that restrictions on mobility, meeting other people and meaningful activities can have on the well-being of people living with dementia. This should be considered, for example, when reforming legislation.

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The Happy Antics programme: Holistic exercise for people with dementia

Abstract: Background: holistic exercise for people with dementia could have

Cited by 9 publications

References 21 publications

Effect of Physical Activities Training and Massages on the Physical Fitness of Elderly People

Effect of Physical Activities Training and Massages on the Physical Fitness of Elderly People

Outcomes of physical activity for people living with dementia: qualitative study to inform a Core Outcome Set

In the Shadow of COVID-19: The Well-Being and Rights of People Living with Dementia in Finland During the Pandemic

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