An exercise training programme for firemen

Ergonomics ◽  
1982 ◽  
Vol 25 (9) ◽  
pp. 793-800 ◽  
Author(s):  
By A. BROWN ◽  
J. E. COTES ◽  
I. L. MORTIMORE ◽  
J. W. REED
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Training ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Exercise Training Programme

Recovery of the decline in activities of daily living after hospitalization through an individualized exercise programme: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicolás Martínez-Velilla ◽  
Mikel L Sáez de Asteasu ◽  
Robinson Ramírez-Vélez ◽  
Fabricio Zambom-Ferraresi ◽  
Antonio García-Hermoso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Training ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Bladder Control ◽  
Patient Profile ◽  
Climbing Stairs ◽  
Exercise Training Programme

Abstract Background During the period of hospitalization patients can develop functional decline. The main aim of our study was to assess the natural trajectory of each Activity of Daily Living (ADL) and to assess how in-hospital exercise could influence short-term trajectory of ADLs. Methods Acutely hospitalized patients (n=297, 56.5% women) were randomly assigned to the intervention or control (usual care) group within the first 48 hours of admission. An exercise training programme was prescribed in two daily sessions (morning and evening) of 20 minutes duration during 5–7 consecutive days for the intervention group. The primary end-point was the change in every ADL (assessed with the Barthel Index) from 2 weeks before admission to hospital discharge. Results Acute hospitalization per se led to significant in-patient’s functional ability impairment in ADLs during hospitalization, whereas the exercise intervention reversed this trend (3.7 points; 95% CI, 0.5 to 6.8 points). After analyzing the trajectory of each one of the ADLs, patients in the control group significantly worsened all activities, but with a different degree of loss. For the between-group analysis, significant differences were obtained in many ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, bladder control, toilet use, transfers, mobility and climbing stairs (p<0.05). The control group had the greatest impairment in all domains analyzed (i.e., feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, bowel control, bladder control, toilet use, transfers, mobility, and climbing stairs), p<0.05. Conclusions An individualized multicomponent exercise training programme in older adults is effective to reverse the loss of specific ADLs that frequently occurs during hospitalization. Each patient profile should receive an individualized prescription of exercise during hospitalizations.

The effect of a supervised exercise training programme on sleep quality in recently discharged heart failure patients

2014 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 198-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica M Suna ◽  
Alison Mudge ◽  
Ian Stewart ◽  
Louise Marquart ◽  
Peter O’Rourke ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Exercise Training ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Heart Failure Patients ◽  
Supervised Exercise ◽  
Exercise Training Programme

scholarly journals The reach and adoption of a coach-led exercise training programme in community football

2013 ◽  
Vol 48 (8) ◽  
pp. 718-723 ◽  
Author(s):  
Caroline F Finch ◽  
Kathy Diamantopoulou ◽  
Dara M Twomey ◽  
Tim L A Doyle ◽  
David G Lloyd ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Training ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Exercise Training Programme

A 31-day time to surgery compliant exercise training programme improves aerobic health in the elderly

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 375-382 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. L. Boereboom ◽  
B. E. Phillips ◽  
J. P. Williams ◽  
J. N. Lund
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Training ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Time To Surgery ◽  
Exercise Training Programme

An Exercise Training Programme Produces Significant Improvements in Quality of Life (QoL), Muscle Strength and Cardiorespiratory Function in Patients with Myeloma.

Blood ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 110 (11) ◽  
pp. 3323-3323
Author(s):  
Lara J. Groeneveldt ◽  
Rachel Garrod ◽  
Kwee L. Yong ◽  
Flora Dangwa ◽  
Andrew P. Jewell ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Exercise Training ◽  
Stress Test ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Prophylactic Surgery ◽  
Exercise Session ◽  
Adherence Rate ◽  
Supervised Exercise ◽  
Exercise Training Programme

Abstract Cancer patients frequently suffer with anxiety, fatigue, loss of well-being and functionality. In myeloma patients this is compounded by the effects of lytic bone disease, causing chronic pain and impaired mobility. The result is a decrease in physical fitness and loss of confidence in carrying out day-to-day activities, contributing to a reduced QoL. The development of novel therapies has extended the survival of these patients, hence such issues are of increasing importance and effective rehabilitation programmes are urgently needed. We carried out a pilot study of a tailored exercise training programme in patients in stable plateau phase. The primary aims were to determine the feasibility, adherence rate, and the effects on QoL, physiological and cardiorespiratory functions. Eligible patients underwent radiological and cardiac screening prior to study entry. There was a 25% screening failure rate due to disease progression or fracture risk, these patients proceeding to prophylactic surgery or radiotherapy. Twenty-five patients were given a programme based on their current exercise capacity, level of functioning and individual rehabilitative needs. Patients undertook exercise training 3 times a week for 6 months, with 1 supervised exercise session each week in the hospital outpatient gym. Each session comprised stretching and mobility, aerobic (treadmill, cycle ergometer or walking to 50–60% of heart rate reserve and 15–30 minutes duration) and resistance training (theraband, ankle, hand weights and body-weight) in order to improve flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength. QoL and physiological outcomes were assessed at baseline, 4-weekly for 3 months, then 6 weekly for 3 months during the 6-month study period. A preliminary analysis of 17 patients who completed 3 months on the programme has been performed. Average attendance at the weekly exercise class was 84%. Adherence to the exercise programme, as assessed by inspection of a log-book was >50% in all patients; 35% achieved >90% adherence. Significant improvements were found in the FACT G (baseline: median 85; range 62 – 104, 3 months: 90; range 70 – 108, p<0.01), FACIT-Fatigue (baseline: 40; range 14 – 50, 3 months: 43; range 19 – 52, p<0.05) and HAD anxiety scores (baseline: 5; range 0 – 19, 3 months: 2; range 0 – 11, p<0.01). Upper limb strength, assessed by handgrip dynamometry also improved significantly (baseline: 28.80kg; range 8.75 – 51.30, 3 months: 30.65kg; range 18.15 – 50.00, p<0.05), as did VO2max, assessed by a submaximal stress test (baseline: 24.8 ml/kg/min; range 19.2 – 34.7, 3 months: 26.7 ml/kg/min; range 21.1 – 35.0, p<0.01). Several patients reduced their analgesia usage, and many are now able to undertake new activities such as lifting a grandchild, climbing ladders to decorate, and walking along a pebbled beach. Such reports of personal benefits are being captured using qualitative methods. In summary, an exercise training programme is feasible in patients with myeloma, resulting in significant benefits as assessed by QoL, physiological and cardio-respiratory measures. Our results provide the evidence base for the regular use of exercise prescription in the rehabilitation of myeloma patients.

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