Evaluation of the quality of life among elderly female athletes

OBJECTIVE: To analyze quality of life (QOL) in elderly athletes. DESIGN: Transversal, controlled study. METHODS: Female athletes over 60 years who run 15 km, and a control group consisting of 15 healthy, sedentary, women over 60 were studied. Questionnaires on QOL and Depression were applied. RESULTS: Athletes show better functional capa-city (98.8 versus 73.3), less pain (90.6 versus 64.9), better general state of health (86.8 versus 66.8) and better vitality (86.2 versus 67.3). Differences were observed in emotional characteristics (89.6 versus 60.0) and mental health (84.3 versus 68.3), with fewer depressive answers (1.9 versus 3.8). CONCLUSION: Regular physical activity was related to better quality of life.

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The effect of postoperative early mobilization on healing process and quality of life following radical cystectomy and ileal conduit: A randomized prospective controlled trial

10.22541/au.161545934.45040085/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Sevgi Peker ◽

Özgür Çakmak ◽

Talha Muezzinoglu ◽

Guven Aslan ◽

Hakan Baydur

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Radical Cystectomy ◽

Ileal Conduit ◽

Healing Process ◽

Intervention Group ◽

Early Mobilization ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Sf 36

Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of postoperative early mobilization in patients who underwent radical cystectomy (RC) and ileal conduit in terms of healing process and QOL. Methods: This multicenter prospective randomized controlled study was conducted with 40 patients who were randomly divided into two groups. The intervention group was mobilized within the first 16 hours postoperatively in accordance with the mobilization procedure which determined according to literature. Data were collected using the case report form, HADS and SF-36 QoL scale. Results: Postoperative hospitalization, duration of narcotic analgesic administration, first oral food intake, flatus, defecation and NG tube termination time were shorter in the intervention group. In the control group blood glucose and pulse values were higher after mobilization. SF-36 physical function, physical role difficulty and general perception of health were higher in intervention group at the postoperative first and third month (p <0.05). Conclusion: Our study showed that early mobilization contributed to the healing process positively and improved the quality of life in the patients who underwent radical cystectomy (RC) and ileal conduit surgery. Keywords: Early Mobilization, Radical Cystectomy, Ileal conduit, Quality of Life, Convalescence

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Application of Zizao Yangrong Granules for Treating Targeted Drugs–Related Skin Xerosis: A Randomized Double-Blinded Controlled Study

Integrative Cancer Therapies ◽

10.1177/1534735420924832 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 19 ◽

pp. 153473542092483

Author(s):

Yan Mei Peng ◽

Hua Duan ◽

Jingyi Zhang ◽

Chenyao Sun ◽

Xu Zhang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Treatment Group ◽

Growth Factor Receptor ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Targeted Drugs ◽

Liver And Kidney ◽

Double Blinded ◽

And Control

Background: Dermatologic toxicities are the most common side effects associated with the targeted drugs epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors (EGFRIs), in which xerosis commonly complicated by pruritus severely disturbs the quality of life. The study has observed the curative effect of Zizao Yangrong granules (ZYG) from Chishui Xuanzhu in the treatment of EGFRIs-related xerosis and pruritus, as well as evaluating the safety of the prescription. Methods: Patients (n = 68) who had xerosis after using EGFRIs were enrolled and then randomly divided into the treatment group and control group, respectively, receiving ZYG and placebo granules combined with vitamin E ointment. The intervention lasted 4 weeks. Changes in xerosis and pruritus were observed, and blood routine examination as well as liver and kidney function are observed as safety indexes. The water content of skin and qualify of life were observed. Results: A total of 66 out of 68 patients finished the study with 34 patients in each group. The effective rates of xerosis among the treatment group and control group were 84.8% and 69.7% after 2 weeks’ treatment ( P < .05), while they were 84.8% and 75.8% after 4 weeks’ treatment ( P < .05). The patients in the experimental group had better quality of life than that in the control group ( P = .045). Conclusion: ZYG can effectively improve the skin dryness associated with EGFRIs, and significantly improve the quality of life of patients with good safety; however, larger randomized controlled trials are needed to verify these findings.

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Effect of generalized ligamentous hyperlaxity related of quality of life in the foot: a case controlled study

Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira ◽

10.1590/1806-9282.64.09.819 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 64 (9) ◽

pp. 819-823

Author(s):

Patricia Palomo-López ◽

Ricardo Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo ◽

Marta Elena Losa-Iglesias ◽

Daniel López-López ◽

David Rodríguez-Sanz ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Health Centre ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Foot Health ◽

Health Differences ◽

Related Quality ◽

Health Related

SUMMARY Generalized ligamentous hyperlaxity (GLH) has been shown to predispose an individual to a number of orthopaedic conditions. Little is known about how GLH affects people’ foot health-related quality of life. This study analyses a sample of people with GLH and people without GLH with normalised reference values of the scores collected with regard to using the Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FSHQ). A total of 100 respondents with mean age of 22.69 ± 3.78 years old, who attended a health centre were classified as GLH (n = 50) or non-GLH (n = 50). The GLH was determined of the patients with and without GLH using assessment with Beighton tool and the scores on the FHSQ were compared. The control group recorded higher scores in the First Section for foot pain, foot function and general foot health, and lower scores in footwear. In the Second Section, they obtained higher scores in social capacity and lower scores in physical activity, vigour and general health. Differences between the two groups were evaluated through a t-test for independent samples, showing statistical significance (P<0.001). This study has detected measurable differences of association between GLH (Beighton score ≥4) with impaired quality of life related to foot health.

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Quality of life of frail elderly users of the primary care

Acta Paulista de Enfermagem ◽

10.1590/1982-0194201400067 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 27 (5) ◽

pp. 399-404 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Maria Helena Lenardt ◽

Nathalia Hammerschmidt Kolb Carneiro ◽

Jéssica Albino ◽

Mariluci Hautsch Willig

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Primary Care ◽

Functional Capacity ◽

Frail Elderly ◽

Handgrip Strength ◽

Anthropometric Measurement ◽

State Of Health ◽

General State ◽

Cross Sectional

Objective Identifying the quality of life of frail elderly patients, users of primary care services. Methods A cross-sectional, quantitative study. The sample size was calculated based on the estimate of population proportion and consisted of 203 elderly. Data were collected by using a questionnaire of physical activity for the elderly, fatigue/exhaustion, quality of life, and by carrying out a test of gait speed, handgrip strength and anthropometric measurement. Results Among the 203 seniors, 39 were fragile. The mean scores for quality of life presented by the frail elderly were the following: 60.4 for pain, functional capacity 61.1, limitations due to physical aspects 71.1, general state of health 71.4, vitality 75, mental health 76.4, emotional aspects 81.1 and social aspects 85.6. Conclusion The dimensions of quality of life of the frail elderly that had lower mean scores were pain, functional capacity, limitations due to physical aspects and general state of health.

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Randomised controlled trial of the effects of a self-management patient education program on overall quality of life and knee pain of older people with mild to moderate knee(s) osteoarthritis

International Journal of Clinical Trials ◽

10.18203/2349-3259.ijct20171918 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 80

Author(s):

Alhadi M. Jahan

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Patient Education ◽

Education Program ◽

Repeated Measures ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Self Management ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Human Beings

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is the most important chronic rheumatic disease affecting human beings. It is more common among the older population. The objective of OA treatment is to control the symptoms, such as pain, mobility problems and consequently, to improve overall quality of life. Although, self-management patient education programs, such as educational workshops and other learning activities are effective approaches in some chronic diseases, the evidence for arthritis is still inconclusive. The aim of this trial is to compare the effectiveness of an OA of the knee self-management education program with a control group, as determined by improvements in pain and quality of life. Methods: In this study, we will perform a two-group, randomized (1:1 ratio), controlled study with repeated-measures to examine the differences between the two groups over time. The research sample will be selected from the patients who are referred to a physiotherapy department with a diagnosed mild to moderate knee(s) OA, aging from 45 to 65 years.Conclusions: Positive findings of this trial will pave the road for new methods of cooperation between patients and healthcare providers. Also, patient education ensures that patients are well-informed about their own health and they could avoid any deterioration and disability due to bad practices. Finally, an increased understanding helps patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare avenues.

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Modulation of the human immune status by spinal thermal massage: a non-randomized controlled study

10.22514/sv.2021.144 ◽

2021 ◽

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Nk Cells ◽

Nk Cell ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Randomized Controlled ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Experimental Group

Thermal and massage therapies have long been used to control pain. Although spinal thermal massage (STM) has been used worldwide, its effectiveness has not been proven in a controlled clinical study. We here conducted a non-randomized controlled trial to assess the pain-relieving and immunomodulatory effects of STM in old-aged patients experiencing pain or disability. The experimental group was treated with STM five times a week for 8 weeks and rehabilitative regular care (RRC). The control group was treated with only RRC. Pain and immunological parameters were tested before treatment and after 4 and 8 weeks of treatment. The scores of three pain parameters were lowered by STM, and the differences between the groups were statistically significant at the two time points (p < 0.01). Quality of life determined using the 3-level EuroQol five-dimensional questionnaire scores was significantly higher in patients in the experimental group than those in the control group. Effect sizes (ES) were in the range of medium to large in the pain-related measures (0.54–1.22). The total leukocyte counts and the proportions of lymphocytes and subsets were not significantly different between the groups, whereas the proportions of monocytes and natural killer (NK) cells were higher in the experimental group than in the control group after 8 weeks (p < 0.05). The production of interleukin (IL)-4 and interferon γ in T cells was not significantly different between the groups, whereas the production of IL-2 was high in the control group. However, there was a significant increase in IFN-γ production by NK cells in the experimental group (at 4 weeks, p < 0.05). ES were medium in the immunological measures (0.53–0.68). No significant difference was observed in the production of proinflammatory cytokines, IL-1β, tumor necrosis factor α, or IL-6 between the groups. In conclusion, STM treatment has a positive effect on subjective pain and quality of life. It also enhanced NK cell proportion and activity, suggesting that STM may be beneficial in the prevention of viral diseases and cancer in old-aged people.

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Impact of Educational Self-Efficacy Enhancement Program on Quality of Life, Pain Management, Self-Efficiency Behaviors and Its Impact of Satisfaction among Adults Diabetic Patients with Peripheral Neuropathy Pain: A Randomized Control Trial

10.21203/rs.3.rs-160487/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Jawad AHMAD Abu-Shennar ◽

Nurhan Bayraktar

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Peripheral Neuropathy ◽

Pain Management ◽

Research Group ◽

Self Efficacy ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Diabetic Patients ◽

Life Questionnaire

Abstract Background: Peripheral neuropathy pain is common among adult diabetic patients worldwide. Lifestyle behavior modification such as proper diet and exercise, quitting smoking, weight control and regular follow up, as well as enhancement of self-efficacy among adult diabetic patients can be helpful in managing peripheral neuropathy pain and, therefore, improving their quality of life and satisfaction.Aims: This study aims to investigate educational self-efficacy enhancement program's impact on pain management, self-efficiency behaviors, quality of life and satisfaction among adult diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy pain.Materials and Methods: This randomized controlled study was conducted between October and March 2020 at the Jordanian Ministry of Health settings, where 72 adult diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy pain were randomly assigned into research group (n = 36) or control group (n = 36), after obtaining ethical approval and informed consents. An educational self-efficacy enhancement program was implemented in the research group only. The instrument used for data collection consisted of Demographic Data Form, Diabetes Pain Intensity Scale, Self-Efficacy Scale, Quality of Life Questionnaire (EQ-5D) and Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire.Results: Statistically significant improvements in pain levels (p = 0.020), self-efficacy score (p = 0.000), quality of life scores (p = 0.000) and best imagined health status (p = 0 .000) were found among research group participants. Furthermore, multiple-linear regression models showed that the implementation of educational self-efficacy enhancement program significantly increased the explained variance of self-efficacy scores (R2 = 0.746, p = 0.000) and quality of life scores (R2 = 0.746, p = 0.000). At the end of implementation, research group participants showed a high overall satisfaction levels (4.33 out of 5). Conclusion: The findings suggest that an educational self-efficacy enhancement program is effective in modifying adult diabetic patients’ lifestyle, enhancing self-efficacy behaviors, managing peripheral neuropathy pain, improving quality of life and satisfaction among adult diabetic patients. It is, therefore, recommended to expand the implementation of this program among adult diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy pain.

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The Wildman Programme. A Nature-Based Rehabilitation Programme Enhancing Quality of Life for Men on Long-Term Sick Leave: Study Protocol for a Matched Controlled Study In Denmark

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph17103368 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 17 (10) ◽

pp. 3368

Author(s):

Simon Høegmark ◽

Tonny Elmose Andersen ◽

Patrik Grahn ◽

Kirsten Kaya Roessler

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Sick Leave ◽

Study Protocol ◽

Health Problems ◽

Rehabilitation Programme ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Treatment As Usual

Many men have poor mental health and need help to recover. However, designing a rehabilitation intervention that appeals to men is challenging. This study protocol aims to describe the ‘Wildman Programme’, which will be a nature-based rehabilitation programme for men on long-term sick leave due to health problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, post-cancer and chronic cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular disease, or diabetes type II. The programme will be a nature-based rehabilitation initiative combining nature experiences, attention training, body awareness training, and supporting community spirit. The aim of the study will be to examine whether the ‘Wildman Programme’ can help to increase quality of life and reduce stress among men with health problems compared to treatment as usual. The study will be a matched control study where an intervention group (number of respondents, N = 52) participating in a 12-week nature-based intervention will be compared to a control group (N = 52) receiving treatment as usual. Outcomes are measured at baseline (T1), post-treatment (T2), and at follow up 6 months post-intervention (T3). The results of this study will be important to state whether the method in the ‘Wildman Programme’ can be implemented as a rehabilitation offer in the Danish Healthcare System to help men with different health problems.

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The effects of mindfulness meditation and progressive muscle relaxation on fatigue and quality of life in breast cancer patients receiving adjuvant paclitaxel: A three-arm randomized trial.

Journal of Clinical Oncology ◽

10.1200/jco.2019.37.15_suppl.e12051 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 37 (15_suppl) ◽

pp. e12051-e12051

Author(s):

Zehra Gok Metin ◽

Nur Izgu ◽

Canan Karadas ◽

Leyla Ozdemir ◽

Umut Demirci

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Cancer Patients ◽

Muscle Relaxation ◽

Progressive Muscle Relaxation ◽

Controlled Study ◽

Control Group ◽

Breast Cancer Patients ◽

Cancer Data

e12051 Background: Breast cancer patients often suffer from fatigue during adjuvant paclitaxel regimen which frequently impairs quality of life (QOL). Therefore, this three-arm randomized controlled study aimed to examine the effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) on fatigue and QOL in breast cancer patients receiving adjuvant paclitaxel. Methods: Participants were randomly assigned to either a MBSR (n = 20), (PMR) (n = 19) or control group (CG) (n = 15). Participants in the intervention groups were instructed on MBSR and PGE, the steps of interventions were recorded a voice recorder and a WhatsApp group was designed by the principal investigator. Participants were asked to listen the recorded audio files during exercises. The intervention groups continued MBSR or PMR 20 min. each day, totally 12 weeks at their home. The CG received only an attention placebo education on breast cancer. Data collection tools included Brief Fatigue Inventory (BFI) and Functional Living Index-Cancer (FLIC). Data were collected at three time points: baseline (T1), week 12 (T2), and week 14 (T3) for follow-up assessment. Kruskal Wallis tests was used for data analysis. Results: BFI scores were significantly lower in the MBSR, PMR groups compared with the CG at T2 and at T3 (p < .01). As for FLIC scores, there were no significant differences between the study groups at T2 and at T3 (p > 0.05). Conclusions: A brief, MBSR and PMR initiated concurrently with adjuvant paclitaxel regimen decreased fatigue severity. Based on the results, MBSR and PMR can be recommended as supportive therapies for breast cancer patients receiving adjuvant paclitaxel.

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