Elderly Flashcards
Study for reducing falls
Britton et al. 2017
- contemporary dance
Name 2 studies which proved positive effects of exercise on arthritis?
Minor et al. 1989
- swimming and walking
- aerobic fitness up, decrease in anxiety and depression
Ettinger et al. 1997
- aerobic and resistance
- both groups better than control (health education) ambulatoin
- aerobic also better ADL, complex daily living
Which study used community based FAME for stroke patients?
Pang et al. 2005
- increase VO2 max
- maintained bone density of paretic leg
- increase strength paretic leg
Extra point for how improving VO2 relates to functional activities?
Mayo 1999 - obviously improves them
Basic intro to PD
- progressive neurological condition caused by lowe dopanime levels characterised by a tremor and stiffening.
- can lead to signficant decline in function
Which study used balance and strength?
Hirsch et al. 2003
- balance and resistant was best
- resistant only took 15 minutes
Who discussed the problems psych and social of PD>
Samya (2006)
Who composed the two contrasting meta analysis concerning dementia and physical activity>
Heyn et al 2004
- improves functional measures, behavioral measures and cognitive tasks
Forbes et al. 2008
Pointless - who pointed out the self cognitive model as useful for adherence of elderly people to exercise?
Rhodes 1999
What did Murray (2003) do?
Looked at rehab at home and produced some big stats
- increased likelihood to go home 40%
dose response relationship as well - small correlation with mortality
Thoughts on home rehab?
Could well be better if consider context however - strain on carer, family etc