scholarly journals Prevalence of geriatric syndrome and risk factors associated with obesity in community-dwelling elderly women

2008 ◽  
Vol 45 (4) ◽  
pp. 414-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hunkyung Kim ◽  
Takao Suzuki ◽  
Hideyo Yoshida ◽  
Yuko Yoshida ◽  
Hiroyuki Shimada
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Elderly Women ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Geriatric Syndrome ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals Associations Between Potentially Modifiable and Nonmodifiable Risk Factors and Gait Speed in Middle- and Older-Aged Adults: Results From the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erica Figgins ◽  
Yun-Hee Choi ◽  
Mark Speechley ◽  
Manuel Montero-Odasso
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Gait Speed ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Serum Vitamin ◽  
Lifestyle Factors ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Life Course Perspective ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Modifiable Factors

Abstract Background Gait speed is a strong predictor of morbidity and mortality in older adults. Understanding the factors associated with gait speed and the associated adverse outcomes will inform mitigation strategies. We assessed the potentially modifiable and nonmodifiable factors associated with gait speed in a large national cohort of middle and older-aged Canadian adults. Methods We examined cross-sectional baseline data from the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) Comprehensive cohort. The study sample included 20 201 community-dwelling adults aged 45–85 years. The associations between sociodemographic and anthropometric factors, chronic conditions, and cognitive, clinical, and lifestyle factors and 4-m usual gait speed (m/s) were estimated using hierarchical multivariable linear regression. Results The coefficient of determination, R  2, of the final regression model was 19.7%, with 12.9% of gait speed variability explained by sociodemographic and anthropometric factors, and nonmodifiable chronic conditions and 6.8% explained by potentially modifiable chronic conditions, cognitive, clinical, and lifestyle factors. Potentially modifiable factors significantly associated with gait speed include cardiovascular conditions (unstandardized regression coefficient, B = −0.018; p < .001), stroke (B = −0.025; p = .003), hypertension (B = −0.007; p = .026), serum Vitamin D (B = 0.004; p < .001), C-reactive protein (B = −0.005; p = .005), depressive symptoms (B = −0.003; p < .001), physical activity (B = 0.0001; p < .001), grip strength (B = 0.003; p < .001), current smoking (B = −0.026; p < .001), severe obesity (B = −0.086; p < .001), and chronic pain (B = −0.008; p = .018). Conclusions The correlates of gait speed in adulthood are multifactorial, with many being potentially modifiable through interventions and education. Our results provide a life-course-perspective framework for future longitudinal assessments risk factors affecting gait speed.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Risk of Polypharmacy among Community-Dwelling, Elderly Kuwaiti Patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 166-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nabil Ahmed Badawy ◽  
Shokria Adely Labeeb ◽  
Mawaheb Falah Alsamdan ◽  
Badria Faleh Alazemi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hospital Admissions ◽  
Antihypertensive Drugs ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Older Individuals ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Study Population

Objectives: To estimate the prevalence of polypharmacy in community-dwelling, older Kuwaiti patients, describe the number and types of drugs used, and identify risk factors associated with polypharmacy. Subjects and Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey in which we interviewed 500 community-dwelling Kuwaiti adults over 65 years of age. The data collection occurred during a 4-month period from March to July 2017. Results: Fifty-two percent (n = 260) of the patients were males, with a mean age of 71.73 ± 5.32 years. The prevalence of polypharmacy (5–8 drugs) and excessive polypharmacy (>8 drugs) was 58.4% (n = 292) and 10.2% (n = 51), respectively. The risk factors associated with an increased number of medicines used were: female gender (p = 0.019), a lower level of education (p = 0.003), a high number of hospital admissions (p = 0.000), clinics visited by the patient (p =0.000), and number of comorbidities (p = 0.000). The most commonly used medications (82.6% of the study population) were blood glucose-lowering agents, excluding insulin. Other commonly used medications were antihypertensive drugs and lipid-modifying agents. Conclusion: A significant sector of the older Kuwaiti patient population has a high prevalence of polypharmacy and is thus exposed to its potential hazards. The current study highlights the need to revise the drug-dispensing policy among community-dwelling, older Kuwaiti people, as well as to initiate educational programs among healthcare practitioners concerning prescribing issues in older individuals.

Effects of Pilates on fall risk factors in community-dwelling elderly women: A randomized, controlled trial.

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (10) ◽  
pp. 1386-1394 ◽  
Author(s):  
Agustín Aibar-Almazán ◽  
Antonio Martínez-Amat ◽  
David Cruz-Díaz ◽  
Manuel J. De la Torre-Cruz ◽  
José D. Jiménez-García ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Fall Risk ◽  
Elderly Women ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Fall Risk Factors

scholarly journals Risk factors associated with cognitive frailty among community-dwelling older adults: A scoping review

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 824-825
Author(s):  
Sumi Lee ◽  
JuHee Lee
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Physical Factors ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cognitive Frailty ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract Objectives This study aimed to explore the risk factors associated with cognitive frailty(CF) among community-dwelling older adults, and to provide the impact of CF on health-related outcomes. Methods PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane, PsycINFO, CINAHL, RISS, DBpia, NDSL, and KoreaMed databases were searched to retrieve studies. Two reviewers independently screened titles, abstracts and articles. The inclusion criteria are peer-reviewed articles written in English or Korean for community-dwelling older adults with both physical frailty and cognitive impairment present at the same time. Results A total of 3,513 were searched, and the final 33 were extracted according to the inclusion criteria. Physical factors affecting CF were the number of chronic disease, cardiovascular disease, activity of daily living(ADL), making telephone calls and shopping during instrumental ADL, and a Mini Nutrition Assessment–Short Form score. Psychological factor was depressive symptoms. Significant behavioral factors included self-reported physical activity, low vitamin D, smoking, frequent insomnia, and sedentary lifestyle. In social factors, social participation such as volunteering was identified as a protective factor. Mortality, followed by dementia was health related outcomes on CF, including ADL dependence, poor quality of life, and hospitalization. However, the CF-related fall was inconsistent. Conclusion A wide variety of factors have been presented in studies related to CF. In order to understand CF and improve health-related outcomes, older adults in CF should be screened as high-risk group. When the risk factors and protective factors of CF managed, better health-related outcomes will lead to successful aging of community-dwelling older adults.

scholarly journals Awareness of Stroke Warning Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Response to Acute Stroke in Biswanath District, Assam, India

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-91
Author(s):  
Sima Kurmi ◽  
Elezebeth Mathews ◽  
Prakash Babu Kodali ◽  
K. R. Thankappan
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Acute Stroke ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
World Health ◽  
High Income Group ◽  
Government Employees ◽  
Stroke Risk Factor ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Income Groups

Introduction: This study was undertaken with the following objectives: (a) to find out the awareness of warning symptoms and risk factors of stroke, (b) response to acute stroke, and (c) factors associated with awareness, risk factors, and response to acute stroke among community-dwelling adults in Biswanath district of Assam. Methods: Using a cross-sectional design, a community-based study was done among 340 adults (mean age 38 years, men 55%) selected using multistage cluster sampling. Information on sociodemographic variables, stroke warning symptoms, risk factors, and response to acute stroke was collected using an adapted World Health Organization (WHO) STEPs stroke surveillance tool. Bivariate and logistic regression analysis were done to find out the factors associated with stroke warning symptoms, risk factors, and response to acute stroke. A “ P” value < .05 was considered for statistical significance. Results: Awareness of stroke was significantly higher among males ( P < .01), better educated ( P < .01), government employees ( P < .05), high-income group ( P < .01), and those who reported receiving information from a professional source ( P < .01) compared to their counterparts. Knowledge of at least one stroke risk factor and providing at least one correct response to acute stroke was higher among males, better educated, government employees, higher income groups, and those who received information from professional source compared to their counterparts ( P < .05). Conclusion: Awareness of stroke warning symptoms, risk factors, and response to acute stroke needs to be improved focusing on women, low education groups, those working in the nongovernment sector, and low-income groups by health professionals.

Prevalence, Incidence, and Risk Factors Associated with Hip Fractures in Community-Dwelling Older Mexican Americans: Results of the Hispanic EPESE Study

2000 ◽  
Vol 48 (10) ◽  
pp. 1252-1260 ◽  
Author(s):  
David V. Espino ◽  
Raymond F. Palmer ◽  
Toni P. Miles ◽  
Charles P. Mouton ◽  
Robert C. Wood ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hip Fractures ◽  
Mexican Americans ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals Who Are the Heavy Users of Acute and Long-Term Care Services in Changhua County, Taiwan?

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 705-705
Author(s):  
Yuchi Young ◽  
Ye-Mei Chen ◽  
Kuo-Piao Chen ◽  
Hsiu-Hsi Chen ◽  
Wei-Jung Chang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Long Term Care ◽  
Average Length ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Health Care Use ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Heavy Users

Abstract Identification of heavy health care users among community-dwelling older adults can lead to strategic care planning and management that positively impacts health care use and costs. This study aims to identify risk factors associated with heavy users of acute care and long-term care (LTC) in Changhua County, Taiwan. Study participants (n=8,090) included residents (age 65+) of Changhua County. Data were collected from 4/1/2017-10/26/2018. Linked hospitalization and LTC use information was provided by the Changhua County Public Health Bureau. Hospitalization was grouped into 1 vs. 2+. Univariate and multivariate logistic models will be used to address the study aim. Preliminary results show the average age was 81 years ranging from 65-105. Of this population, 56% are female, and 10% live alone. The average length of hospital stay was 9.7 days. Risk factors associated with heavy health care users identified in multivariate analysis will be presented and intervention strategies will be discussed. Part of a symposium sponsored by International Comparisons of Healthy Aging Interest Group.

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