scholarly journals Relationships between the 30-second Chair-Stand Test Given to Elderly People and the Maximum Extension Strength of Lower Limbs as well as the Functioning of Daily Living

2007 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 225-228 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kazumi NAKAHARA
Keyword(s):  
Elderly People ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Maximum Extension ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test

scholarly journals Relationship between Performance in the 30-sec Chair-Stand Test and Physical Function of Community-dwelling Elderly People

2016 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 759-763
Author(s):  
Masayuki SOUMA ◽  
Shin MURATA ◽  
Hiroaki IWASE ◽  
Jun MURATA ◽  
Kenji KAMIJOU ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Function ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test

scholarly journals Quality of life in chronic venous disease women

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Dalton de Lima-Junior ◽  
Ozeas Lins-Filho ◽  
Jessica da Silva ◽  
Giselly Leite ◽  
Luana Gusmão ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Chronic Venous Disease ◽  
Venous Disease ◽  
Physical Domain ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test

The aim of the study was to verify the relationship between physical function and quality of life in women with chronic venous disease. Physical function was evaluated by the tests: chair stand test (lower limbs strength), arm curl (upper limbs strength), 6-minute walk (aerobic fitness), back scratch (upper limbs flexibility), sit and reach (lower limbs flexibility), and time up-and-go (agility). Quality of life was assessed by e World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) questionnaire, which is composed by physical, psychologic, social, environmental, and global domains. For statistical analysis, the Pearson correlation coefficient was used with an alpha of 5%. Patients evaluated were 32 (61.27 ± 7.78 years). A significant correlation was observed between the physical domain of quality of life with the chair stand test (r = 0.46; p = 0.001), arm curl (r = 0.39, p = 0.002), and 6-minute walk test (r = 0.45; p = 0.001). Also, chair stand test presented low correlation with global quality of life (r = 0.36, p = 0.004). The physical domain of quality of life measured by the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire is related to lower and upper limbs strength and physical fitness in women with chronic venous disease but presented weak correlation with the global domain of quality of life. Thus, in women with CVD, the muscular strength of lower and upper limbs, and physical fitness is correlated with the physical domain of quality of life.

scholarly journals Aplicación de un programa de ejercicio físico coordinativo a través del sistema MOTOmed® en personas mayores diagnosticadas de Enfermedad de Parkinson moderado-severo. Estudio de casos (Application of a physical exercise coordinating program by MOTOmed®

Retos ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 13-17
Author(s):  
Irimia Mollinedo Cardalda ◽  
Karina Pitombeira Pereira Pedro ◽  
Adriana López Rodríguez ◽  
José María Cancela Carral
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Functional Dependence ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Timed Up And Go ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Chair Stand Test

Introducción: La Enfermedad de Parkinson provoca trastornos motrices que conllevan a la independencia funcional del paciente. El ejercicio físico es una alternativa de tratamiento que que genera efectos positivos en la condición física de los pacientes .Objetivo: Determinar los efectos de un programa de ejercicio físico coordinativo desarrollado a través del sistema MOTOmed Viva 2 Parkinson sobre la fuerza de miembros inferiores y equilibrio, en personas diagnosticadas de Enfermedad de Parkinson de grado moderado a severo. Método: Se realizó un estudio de casos en cuatro sujetos diagnosticados de Enfermedad de Parkinson. Se les aplicó un programa de ejercicio físico coordinativo de dos sesiones semanales de 21 minutos durante siete semanas. Se evaluó la fuerza de miembros inferiores (30 Seconds Chair Stand Test) y el equilibrio (Timed Up and Go test, 8 Foot Up and Go test). Resultados: El equilibrio dinámico presentó mejoras para tres de los cuatro pacientes. La fuerza de miembros inferiores mostró un comportamiento dispar, observándose mejoras en un paciente, empeoramiento en otro, dos mantuvieron los niveles de fuerza. Conclusión: El programa de ejercicio físico coordinado (MOTOmed Viva 2 Parkinson) se presenta como una herramienta útil de tratamiento para la población diagnosticada de Enfermedad de Parkinson de grado moderado a severo.  Abstract. Background: Parkinson´s disease causes motor disorders that lead to patients’ functional dependence. Physical exercise is an alternative treatment that generates positive effects on patients’ physical condition. Objective: To determine the effects of a physical exercise program developed through MOTOmed Viva 2 Parkinson system on lower limb strength and balance in people diagnosed with moderate to severe degree of Parkinson´s disease. Method: A case study was conducted on four subjects diagnosed whit Parkinson´s disease. They were treated with a 21-minute session of coordination exercises twice a week for seven weeks. Strength of lower limbs (30 Seconds Chair Stand Test) and balance (Timed Up and Go Test, 8 Foot Up and Go Test) were evaluated. Results: Dynamic balance showed improvements for three of the four patients. Strength of lower limbs showed mixed behavior, with observed improvements in one patient, worsening in another, and maintained levels in the remaining two. Conclusion: The coordinated physical exercise program (MOTOmed Viva 2 Parkinson) is presented as a useful treatment tool for people with moderate to severe Parkinson´s disease.

scholarly journals Incidence and multidimensional predictors of occasional and recurrent falls among Malaysian community‐dwelling older persons

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Theng Choon Ooi ◽  
Devinder Kaur Ajit Singh ◽  
Suzana Shahar ◽  
Nor Fadilah Rajab ◽  
Divya Vanoh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Test Score ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test ◽  
Recurrent Falls ◽  
History Of

Abstract Background Falls incidence rate and comprehensive data on factors that predict occasional and repeated falls from large population-based studies are scarce. In this study, we aimed to determine the incidence of falls and identify predictors of occasional and recurrent falls. This was done in the social, medical, physical, nutritional, biochemical, cognitive dimensions among community-dwelling older Malaysians. Methods Data from 1,763 Malaysian community-dwelling older persons aged ≥ 60 years were obtained from the LRGS-TUA longitudinal study. Participants were categorized into three groups according to the presence of a single fall (occasional fallers), ≥two falls (recurrent fallers), or absence of falls (non-fallers) at an 18-month follow-up. Results Three hundred and nine (17.53 %) participants reported fall occurrences at an 18-month follow-up, of whom 85 (27.51 %) had two or more falls. The incidence rate for occasional and recurrent falls was 8.47 and 3.21 per 100 person-years, respectively. Following multifactorial adjustments, being female (OR: 1.57; 95 % CI: 1.04–2.36), being single (OR: 5.31; 95 % CI: 3.36–37.48), having history of fall (OR: 1.86; 95 % CI: 1.19–2.92) higher depression scale score (OR: 1.10; 95 % CI: 1.02–1.20), lower hemoglobin levels (OR: 0.90; 95 % CI: 0.81-1.00) and lower chair stand test score (OR: 0.93; 95 % CI: 0.87-1.00) remained independent predictors of occasional falls. While, having history of falls (OR: 2.74; 95 % CI: 1.45–5.19), being a stroke survivor (OR: 8.57; 95 % CI: 2.12–34.65), higher percentage of body fat (OR: 1.04; 95 % CI: 1.01–1.08) and lower chair stand test score (OR: 0.87; 95 % CI: 0.77–0.97) appeared as recurrent falls predictors. Conclusions Having history of falls and lower muscle strength were predictors for both occasional and recurrent falls among Malaysian community-dwelling older persons. Modifying these predictors may be beneficial in falls prevention and management strategies among older persons.

What is the optimal chair stand test protocol for older adults? A systematic review

2019 ◽  
Vol 42 (20) ◽  
pp. 2828-2835 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hanife Mehmet ◽  
Angela W. H. Yang ◽  
Stephen R. Robinson
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Test Protocol ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test

scholarly journals Positive Modulation Effect of 8-Week Consumption ofKaempferia parvifloraon Health-Related Physical Fitness and Oxidative Status in Healthy Elderly Volunteers

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jintanaporn Wattanathorn ◽  
Supaporn Muchimapura ◽  
Terdthai Tong-Un ◽  
Narisara Saenghong ◽  
Wipawee Thukhum-Mee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Oxidative Status ◽  
Walk Test ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test ◽  
Healthy Elderly ◽  
Health Related

Health-related physical fitness declines as the age advances. Oxidative stress is reported to contribute the crucial role on this phenomenon. This condition is also enhanced by antioxidant. Therefore, we aimed to determine the effect ofKaempferia parviflora, a plant reputed for antifatigue, longevity promotion, and antioxidant effects, on health-related quality physical fitness and oxidative status of the healthy elderly volunteers. Total 45 subjects had been randomized to receive placebo orK. parvifloraextract at doses of 25 or 90 mg once daily for 8 weeks. They were determined baseline data of physical performance using 30 sec chair stand test, hand grip test, 6 min walk test, and tandem test. Serum oxidative stress markers including malondialdehde (MDA) level and the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) were also assayed. All assessments were performed every 4 weeks throughout the 8-week study period. The results showed thatK. parvifloraincreased performance in 30-second chair stand test and 6 min walk test together with the increased all scavenger enzymes activities and the decreased MDA level. Therefore,K. parvifloracan enhance physical fitness partly via the decreased oxidative stress. In conclusion,K. parviflorais the potential health supplement for elderly. However, further study is required.

Prevalence of High Risk of Falls among Elderly in Old Age Homes of Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 61-66
Author(s):  
Shagun S. Kamble ◽  
Gaurav C. Mhaske
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Geriatric Population ◽  
Chair Stand ◽  
Stand Test ◽  
Chair Stand Test ◽  
Risk Of Falls ◽  
Risk Of Fall ◽  
Old Age Homes

Background - Falls are one of the measure concerns in geriatric population resulting in unintentional coming to rest on the ground. Majority of falls are multifactorial which commonly results in morbidity and mortality in rare cases. The aim of our study was to estimate the prevalence of high risk of falls in elderly in old age homes. Method -An observational study involving 140 participants in old age homes of Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India were selected by convenient sampling and prevalence was assessed by using TUG test, 30 second chair stand test, 4-stage balance test. Result – prevalence of high fall risk which impacted the physical capabilities and quality of life of elderly were 52.85%, 47.85%,55.71% according to TUG test, 30 second chair stand test, and 4 stage balance Test. Conclusion – Falls are major concern among elderly living in old age homes of Aurangabad. Our findings may assist the geriatric healthcare system to take early measures for elderly to prevent falls and spread awareness. Key words: Prevalence, Risk of fall, elderly, old age homes, TUG, 30 sec chair stand test, 4 stage balance Test, Aurangabad.

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