Physical activity, quality of life and successful ageing among community-dwelling older adults

2017 ◽  
Vol 64 (3) ◽  
pp. 396-404 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Choi ◽  
M. Lee ◽  
M.-J. Lee ◽  
D. Jung
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Successful Ageing ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Relevance of urban green space for physical activity and health-related quality of life in older adults

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 158-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evi Petersen ◽  
Gerhard Schoen ◽  
Gunnar Liedtke ◽  
Astrid Zech
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose Urban green space (UGS) shows to be a sustainable resource stimulating physical activity, health and quality of life in the general population. With regard to an aging European population, the purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between UGS, physical activity and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in community-dwelling older adults. Design/methodology/approach Cross-sectional survey data were provided by a sample from Hamburg (Germany), consisting of 272 adults aged⩾65 years. Respondents answered questions regarding HRQoL (Short Form 12), physical activity (German-PAQ-50+) and exposure to UGS. The authors applied a linear regression to analyse the relationship between weekly duration of exposure to UGS and physical activity. While controlling for confounding factors, the authors used a multivariate linear regression model to detect effects on HRQoL. Findings A significant effect (adjusted R2: 4.3 per cent; p-value⩽0.001) was found for weekly duration of exposure to UGS and weekly physical activity. Multiple linear regression showed significant positive effects of weekly duration of exposure to UGS (p=0.010) and weekly time of physical activity (p=0.017) on HRQoL. Age, sex and feeling of satisfaction were identified as relevant confounding factors. Research limitations/implications Future research should continue to explore the indicators that mediate an increase of physical activity and HRQoL in the heterogeneous age band of older adults. Practical implications Findings suggest that community-dwelling older adults are likely to benefit from higher amounts of time in UGS since it is positively associated with both physical activity and HRQoL. Therefore, urban planners should explicitly consider the demands of community-dwelling older adults towards UGS. Originality/value This study is one of the first to examine the relationship between UGS, physical activity and HRQoL in older adults.

Gait Speed, Quality of Life, and Sedentary Time are Associated with Steps per Day in Community-Dwelling Older Adults with Osteoporosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ing-Mari Dohrn ◽  
Maria Hagströmer ◽  
Mai-Lis Hellénius ◽  
Agneta Ståhle
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Gait Speed ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Balance Performance ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Aim:To describe objectively-measured physical activity levels and patterns among community-dwelling older adults with osteoporosis, impaired balance, and fear of falling, and to explore the associations with gait, balance performance, falls self-efficacy, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL).Methods:Ninety-four individuals (75.6 ± 5.4 years) were included. Physical activity was assessed with pedometers and accelerometers. Mean steps/day, dichotomized into < 5,000 or = 5,000 steps/day, and time spent in different physical activity intensities were analyzed. Gait was assessed with a GAITRite walkway, balance performance was assessed with the modified figure-eight test and oneleg stance, falls self-efficacy was assessed with the Falls Efficacy Scale International, and HRQoL was assessed with Short Form-36.Results:Mean steps/day were 6,201 (991–17,156) and 40% reported < 5,000 steps/day. Participants with < 5,000 steps/day spent more time sedentary, had slower gait speed, poorer balance performance, and lower HRQoL than participants with ≥ 5,000 steps/day. No participants with < 5,000 met the recommended level of physical activity.

scholarly journals Association Between Physical Activity and Osteoarthritis of Knee with Quality of Life in Community-Dwelling Older Adults

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nachalida Yukalang ◽  
Niruwan Turnbull ◽  
Wisit Thongkum ◽  
Adisorn Wongkongdech ◽  
Kukiat Tudpor
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
P Value ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Osteoarthritis Of Knee ◽  
Life Scale ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Older adults are relatively physically active compared to other age group. A lack of physical activity (PA) can cause chronic diseases including osteoarthritis of knee (OA knee) and might eventually reduce quality of life (QOL). This present study was aimed to investigate association between levels of PA and OA knee with levels of QOL in community-dwelling older adults. One thousand and sixty-seven community-dwelling older persons were recruited to this descriptive study. PA activity questionnaire was invented. Standardized Oxford knee score and World Health Organization’s Quality of Life scale (WHOQOL-BREF) were used to measure OA knee and QOL levels. Results showed that levels of PA in older adults were significantly associated with levels of OKS (χ2 = 78.565, P-value < .001) and levels of OA knee in older adults were significantly associated with levels of overall QOL (χ2 = 57.738, P-value < .001). Pearson’s correlation also showed interrelation among PA, OA knee, and QOL. In conclusion, PA, OA knee, and QOL are interrelated. Therefore, close monitoring and design of proper PA activity should be implemented in community-dwelling older adults with OA knee.

scholarly journals Physical activity level, fear of falling and quality of life: a comparison between community-dwelling and assisted-living older adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher Olusanjo Akosile ◽  
Charles Kenechukwu Igwemmadu ◽  
Emmanuel Chiebuka Okoye ◽  
Adesola Christiana Odole ◽  
Ukamaka Gloria Mgbeojedo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Assisted Living ◽  
Fear Of Falling ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract Background Physical activity (PA), fear of falling (FOF) and quality of life (QOL) are very important constructs in geriatrics. The interplay among these constructs may vary between community-dwelling and assisted-living older adults. However, studies comparing the wellbeing of community-dwelling older adults with those residing in the assisted-living facilities (ALFs) are rather rare especially from developing countries. This study was aimed at comparing PA, FOF and QOL between assisted-living and community-dwelling older adults and also determining the correlations amongst the constructs for each group. Methods This cross-sectional survey involved consecutively sampled 114 older adults (≥65 years, ambulant and well-oriented in time, place and person) residing in conveniently selected ALFs (11.3% males) and adjoining communities (54.1% males). PA, FOF and QOL were evaluated using the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly, the Modified Fall Efficacy Scale and the Short-form Health Survey (SF-36) questionnaire respectively. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics, analysis of covariance and Spearman rank-order correlation test at 0.05 level of significance. Results Participants from the ALFs had significantly lower domain and overall PA (F=5.6–103.34; p< 0.05) and QOL (F=11.12–118.05; p< 0,05) scores than community-dwelling groups. FOF was significantly more prevalent in assisted-living group (p< 0.05). There were significant positive correlations (p< 0.05) between each pair of PA, FOF and QOL for both assisted-living and community-dwelling groups. Conclusions Older adults in the ALFs had lower PA and QOL scores with higher prevalence of FOF than their community-dwelling counterparts. Significant relationships existed between PA, FOF and QOL for participants in either group. Present results may be suggesting that ageing in place ensures better health outcomes than institutionalised ageing. Whenever possible, older adults should therefore be encouraged to age in place rather than moving into ALFs.

scholarly journals Relationship Between Physical Activity and Function With Quality of Life in Community-Living Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 189-189
Author(s):  
Milan Chang ◽  
Olof Geirsdottir ◽  
Inga Thorsdottir ◽  
Palmi Jonsson ◽  
Alfons Ramel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Physical Function ◽  
Grip Strength ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Walking Distance ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract Background: Quality of life (QOL) is a multidimensional concept which is often used as an evaluation of a person‘s health and psychological status. Increasing longevity can be associated with better QOL as long as older adults are independent in daily life. The aim of the study was to examine the associations of QOL with muscle strength and physical function among community-dwelling older adults. Methods: The current cross-sectional study had 225 participants (73.7±5.7yrs, 58.2% female) living in Reykjavik, Iceland. QOL measured using the 36-item short-form survey (SF-36). Covariates were anthropometrics, muscle strength, physical function including timed up and go test (TUG), and 6-minute walking distance (6MWD), physical activity per week (PA). Linear regression analysis was used to examine the association of QOL with physical function. Results: The mean QOL score for the study population was 54.9±6.13. The analysis was adjusted for age and gender, body mass index, height, and PA. We found that QOL was associated with better grip strength (B=1.4, P&lt;0.0001), 6MWD (B=0.03, P&lt;0.0001), slower TUG (B=-0.9, P&lt;0.0001), and higher PA (B=0.03 m, P=0.039). However, QOL was not associated with quadriceps leg strength. Conclusion: The study suggests that QOL was associated with better physical function including grip strength, walking ability and the level of PA among community-dwelling older adults in Iceland.

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