Validation of YPAS-PT – The Yale Physical Activity Survey for Portuguese Older People

Machado, Maria; Tavares, Ciro Filipe Marques; Moniz-Pereira, Vera; André, Helô; Ramalho, Fátima; Veloso, António; Carnide, Filomena

doi:10.11648/j.sjph.20160401.20

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“…During some household activities, acceleration is low, which decreases the physical activity estimated by the accelerometer [28]. Moreover, in the study of Machado et al [29], it was suggested that Freedson's energy expenditure algorithm, that was used in our study, is not sensitive to low-intensity activity measurements. Considering that older adults are characterized by mainly low-intensity activities, this could be another potential explanation of the low association between the results received by PAQE-PL and the accelerometer scores.…”

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confidence: 70%

The Physical Activity Questionnaire for the Elderly (PAQE): A Polish Adaptation

Król-Zielińska

Ciekot-Sołtysiak²,

Osiński³

et al. 2019

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The aim of the study is to assess the reliability and validity of the Polish adaptation of the Physical Activity Questionnaire for the Elderly (PAQE-PL). One hundred and four older adults (75 women and 29 men) aged 65 to 89 (mean 72.2 ± 5.7 years) participated in the study. The test–retest procedure was used to evaluate the reliability of the PAQE-PL. Validity was assessed by comparing the results of the PAQE-PL with the measurements from an accelerometer (ActiGraph wGT3X+) and two questionnaires: the Polish version of the Community Healthy Activities Model Program for Seniors (CHAMPS-PL) and the Polish version of the Yale Physical Activity Survey (YPAS-PL). All test–retest interclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) were significant (ranged from 0.64 to 0.92). The long-term stability showed significant ICCs (ranged from 0.38 to 0.87) for all participants. In regard to validity, the obtained correlation coefficients were relatively low but statistically significant for all participants between the PAQE-PL scores and energy expenditure (r ranging from 0.25 to 0.26) measured by the accelerometer. The PAQE-PL correlated with almost all CHAMPS-PL indices, YPAS-PL energy expenditure, and total physical activity time. The results suggest that the adaptation of the PAQE-PL is an acceptable tool to estimate the physical activity level among older adults in the Polish population. We recommend the cautious and well-thought-out use of the PAQE-PL with a population of older women.

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The Physical Activity Questionnaire for the Elderly (PAQE): A Polish Adaptation

Król-Zielińska

Ciekot-Sołtysiak²,

Osiński³

et al. 2019

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“…PA profiles were also evaluated by a short version of “Yale Physical Activity Survey” (YPAS), validated for the Portuguese population, 28 which defines six distinct PA dimensions: 1) vigorous activity, 2) leisurely walking, 3) moving, 4) standing, and 5) sitting, and a PA total score, considering a typical week. Both questionnaires were administered by face-to-face interviews involving the same trained examiners.…”

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Effect of 6-month community-based exercise interventions on gait and functional fitness of an older population: a quasi-experimental study

Ramalho¹,

Santos-Rocha²,

Branco³

et al. 2018

CIA

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BackgroundGait ability in older adults has been associated with independent living, increased survival rates, fall prevention, and quality of life. There are inconsistent findings regarding the effects of exercise interventions in the maintenance of gait parameters.ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to analyze the effects of a community-based periodized exercise intervention on the improvement of gait parameters and functional fitness in an older adult group compared with a non-periodized program.MethodsA quasi-experimental study with follow-up was performed in a periodized exercise group (N=15) and in a non-periodized exercise group (N=13). The primary outcomes were plantar pressure gait parameters, and the secondary outcomes were physical activity, aerobic endurance, lower limb strength, agility, and balance. These variables were recorded at baseline and after 6 months of intervention.ResultsBoth programs were tailored to older adults’ functional fitness level and proved to be effective in reducing the age-related decline regarding functional fitness and gait parameters. Gait parameters were sensitive to both the exercise interventions.ConclusionThese exercise protocols can be used by exercise professionals in prescribing community exercise programs, as well as by health professionals in promoting active aging.

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“…Participants completed a study specific questionnaire covering basic demographics, general health, falls and foot pain. They also independently completed the Yale Physical Activity Survey for Older People 21,22 ; Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) 23,24 ; Falls Efficacy International (FES-I) 25,26 ; Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale 27,28 ; a single question on whether they had pain in either foot (yes/ no) 29 ; and Foot pain severity (each foot separately) was measured with a 100 mm visual VAS 30,31 .…”

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The Footfall Programme: participant experiences of a lower limb, foot and ankle exercise intervention for falls prevention - an exploratory study

Conde¹,

Hendry²,

Skelton³

2019

JFSF

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Exercise-based interventions offer a multitude of health benefits to community-dwelling older adults, including reducing falls risk, falls rate and falls-induced injuries 1,2. Home-based exercise interventions, if adhered to, offer effects similar to group based programmes. But such interventions are only effective when meeting sufficient 'dosage', progression and individual tailoring requirements 2. Programme characteristics (e.g. convenience of setting; home-based vs group exercise) 3 and sociocultural aspects appear to be factors that influence uptake and completion of falls prevention exercise interventions 4. Franco et al 5 reported that both home-based exercise formats and avoidance of the need to travel to were rated as the highest value attributes of exercise programmes by mobility-impaired and older adults who had suffered falls. Given the barriers to exercise faced by older adults, home-based solutions offer advantages by Abstract Objectives: Despite growing evidence that foot and ankle exercise programmes are effective for falls prevention, little is known about older adults' views and preferences of programme components for long-term maintenance. The aims of this study were to explore the experiences and acceptability of Scottish and Portuguese older adults of undertaking a home-based foot, ankle and lower limb exercise intervention. Methods: Ten Scottish (mean age 76 years, 7 female) and fourteen Portuguese (mean age 66 years, 12 female) community-dwelling older adults undertook the programme for one week, followed by focus group discussions (2-6 people per group), guided by a semi-structured interview guide. Data was analysed using thematic analysis. Results: Seven themes were identified: Assessment, Group exercise taster, Home based exercise; Footfall programme kit, Midweek phone call, Reasons for participation and the Research Process. Programme components, support telephone calls and research procedures were generally well accepted by participants and they valued having a contribution to the design. They preferred a blended home and intermittent groupbased programme format for motivation and progression and recommended changes to some of the exercises and equipment to reduce barriers to participation. Some cultural differences emerged, including importance of the functional assessments for Portuguese participants, time issues and difficulty in completion of the exercise diary, reflecting lower literacy levels. Conclusions: Participants found the programme acceptable but preferred a blended home and occasional group-based programme for adherence and motivation. A strong educational component to improve health literacy and simple paperwork completion to avoid data loss in future studies with Portuguese older adults is important.

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Validation of YPAS-PT – The Yale Physical Activity Survey for Portuguese Older People

Cited by 11 publications

References 28 publications

The Physical Activity Questionnaire for the Elderly (PAQE): A Polish Adaptation

The Physical Activity Questionnaire for the Elderly (PAQE): A Polish Adaptation

Effect of 6-month community-based exercise interventions on gait and functional fitness of an older population: a quasi-experimental study

The Footfall Programme: participant experiences of a lower limb, foot and ankle exercise intervention for falls prevention - an exploratory study

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