scholarly journals Exergaming to improve physical, psychological and cognitive health among home office workers: A COVID-19 pandemic commentary

Work ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Hassan Sadeghi ◽  
Deborah A. Jehu
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Sedentary Behaviour ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Office Workers ◽  
Smart Devices ◽  
Home Office ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Cognitive Health ◽  
Improve Health

BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in increased sedentary behaviour and poorer health among office workers. Exergaming is a technology-driven mode of exercise that can improve health while physically distancing. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this commentary was to explain the benefits of exergaming on physical function, psychological health, and cognition among office workers. RESULTS: Exergaming improves these health outcomes, reduces pain, and decreases the risk for chronic disease. It is easily accessible on smart devices and can be performed both indoors and outdoors. CONCLUSIONS: Twenty-one minutes of exergaming per day can improve health outcomes and reduce the risk of pain and disease. Employers and policy-makers should consider promoting exergaming among office workers.

scholarly journals An Integrative, Systematic Review Exploring the Research, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance of Interventions to Reduce Sedentary Behaviour in Office Workers

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (12) ◽  
pp. 2876 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bradley MacDonald ◽  
Xanne Janssen ◽  
Alison Kirk ◽  
Mhairi Patience ◽  
Ann-Marie Gibson
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Sedentary Behaviour ◽  
Primary Outcome ◽  
Office Workers ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Published Research ◽  
Significant Health ◽  
Effective Translation

Sedentary behaviour is associated with poor health outcomes, and office-based workers are at significant health risk, as they accumulate large proportions of their overall sitting time at work. The aim of this integrated systematic review was to collate and synthesize published research on sedentary behaviour interventions in the workplace that have reported on at least one an aspect of the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance (RE-AIM) framework. Studies were included if they involved adult office workers, were conducted in an office setting, and changes in sedentary behaviour had been measured as a primary outcome. Five electronic databases were searched yielding 7234 articles, with 75 articles (61 individual interventions) meeting the inclusion criteria. Reach indicators were the most frequently reported RE-AIM dimensions, which were reported on average 59% of the time. Efficacy/effectiveness was the second most reported dimension at 49% reporting across all of the indicators. Implementation indicators were reported an average of 44% of the time, with indicators of adoption and maintenance reported as the lowest of all indicators at 13% and 8%, respectively. Recommendations are provided to improve reporting across all RE-AIM dimensions, which is an important first step to enable the effective translation of interventions into real world settings.

scholarly journals Health Literacy and its Effect on Chronic Disease Prevention: Evidences from China’s Data

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lefan Liu ◽  
Xujun Qian ◽  
Zhuo Chen ◽  
Tianfeng He
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Disease Prevention ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Chronic Condition ◽  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Chronic Disease Prevention ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Improve Health

Abstract Background Improving health literacy is an important public health goal in many countries. Although many studies have suggested that low health literacy has adverse effects on an individual’s health outcomes, confounding factors are often not accounted. This paper examines the interplay between health literacy and chronic disease prevention. Methodology A population-based sample of 8194 participants aged 15-69 years old in Ningbo were used from China’s 2017 National Health Literacy Surveillance Data. We use multivariate regression analysis to disentangle the relationship between health literacy and chronic disease occurrence. Results We find the association between health literacy and the occurrence of the first chronic condition is attenuated after we adjust the results for age and education. This might arise because having one or more chronic conditions is associated with better knowledge about chronic diseases and thus improve health literacy on chronic disease prevention. More importantly, we find health literacy is associated with a reduction in the occurrence of a new chronic condition. However, this protective effect is only found among urban residents, suggesting health literacy might be a key factor explaining the rural-urban disparity in health outcomes. Conclusion Our findings highlight the important role of health literacy in reducing occurrence of comorbidities rather than preventing the first chronic condition. Moreover, family support could help improve health literacy and result in beneficial effects on health.

scholarly journals Effects of cycling workstation to get tertiary employee moving on their overall health: study protocol for a REMOVE trial

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Terry Guirado ◽  
Lore Metz ◽  
Bruno Pereira ◽  
Audrey Bergouignan ◽  
David Thivel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Office Workers ◽  
Health Study ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Eating Behaviours ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Link Type ◽  
Working Day

Abstract Background Sedentary behaviour (SB) and low levels of physical activity (PA) are predictors of morbidity and mortality. Tertiary employees spend a considerable amount of their daily time seated and new efficient strategies to both reduce sedentary time and increase physical activity are needed. In that context, the REMOVE study aims at evaluating the health effects of a 24-week cycling desk intervention among office workers. Methods A prospective, open-label, multicentre, two-arm parallel, randomized controlled trial (RCT) will be conducted in office-sitting desk workers. Office workers (N = 80) who have 0.8 full time equivalent hours (FTE) and 75% of this time in a sitting position will be recruited from tertiary worksites in Clermont-Ferrand, France. Subjects will be randomly assigned to one of the two following interventions: (i) PPM6: performance of two 30 min of cycling desk (using portable pedal exercise machine—PPM) per working day for 6 months or (ii) CTL_PPM3: 3 months with no intervention (control) followed by 3 months during which workers will be asked to complete two 30 min of PPM per working day. At baseline (T0), at 3 months (T1) and at 6 months (T2) after the start of the interventions, primary outcomes; 7-day PA and SB (3D-accelerometers), secondary outcomes; body composition (bioelectrical impedance), physical fitness (aerobic fitness, upper and lower limb strength), metabolic outcomes (fasting blood samples), self-perceived stress, anxiety, quality of life at work and job strain (questionnaires), tertiary outcomes; resting metabolic rate and cycling energy expenditure (indirect calorimetry) and eating behaviours (questionnaires) will be measured. An ergonomic approach based on observations and individual interviews will be used to identify parameters that could determine adherence. Discussion The REMOVE study will be the first RCT to assess the effects of cycling workstations on objectively measured PA and SB during working and non-working hours and on key physiological and psychological health outcomes. This study will provide important information regarding the implementation of such cycling workstations in office workers and on the associated potential health benefits. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.govNCT04153214. Registered on November 2019, version 1

scholarly journals What do you mean by engagement? – evaluating the use of community engagement in the design and implementation of chronic disease-based interventions for Indigenous populations – scoping review

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sahr Wali ◽  
Stefan Superina ◽  
Angela Mashford-Pringle ◽  
Heather Ross ◽  
Joseph A. Cafazzo
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Participatory Research ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Indigenous Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Indigenous Populations ◽  
Local Context ◽  
Engagement Strategies

Abstract Background Indigenous populations have remained strong and resilient in maintaining their unique culture and values, despite centuries of colonial oppression. Unfortunately, a consequential result of facing years of adversity has led Indigenous populations to experience a disproportionate level of poorer health outcomes compared to non-Indigenous populations. Specifically, the rate of Indigenous chronic disease prevalence has significantly increased in the last decade. Many of the unique issues Indigenous populations experience are deeply rooted in their colonial history and the intergenerational traumas that has subsequently impacted their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. With this, to better improve Indigenous health outcomes, understanding the local context of their challenges is key. Studies have begun to use modes of community engagement to initiate Indigenous partnerships and design chronic disease-based interventions. However, with the lack of a methodological guideline regarding the appropriate level of community engagement to be used, there is concern that many interventions will continue to fall short in meeting community needs. Objective The objective of this study was to investigate the how various community engagement strategies have been used to design and/or implement interventions for Indigenous populations with chronic disease. Methods A scoping review guided by the methods outlined by Arksey and O’Malley was conducted. A comprehensive search was completed by two reviewers in five electronic databases using keywords related to community engagement, Indigenous health and chronic disease. Studies were reviewed using a descriptive-analytical narrative method and data was categorized into thematic groups reflective of the main findings. Results We identified 23 articles that met the criteria for this scoping review. The majority of the studies included the use a participatory research model and the procurement of study approval. However, despite the claimed use of participatory research methods, only 6 studies had involved community members to identify the area of priority and only five had utilized Indigenous interview styles to promote meaningful feedback. Adapting for the local cultural context and the inclusion of community outreach were identified as the key themes from this review. Conclusion Many studies have begun to adopt community engagement strategies to better meet the needs of Indigenous Peoples. With the lack of a clear guideline to approach Indigenous-based participatory research, we recommend that researchers focus on 1) building partnerships, 2) obtaining study approval and 3) adapting interventions to the local context.

Health Outcomes for a Chronic Disease in Prepaid Group Practice and Fee for Service Settings

Medical Care ◽  
1986 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 236-247 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward H. Yelin ◽  
Martin A. Shearn ◽  
Wallace V. Epstein
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Group Practice ◽  
Fee For Service

Shared Use and Safe Routes to School: Managing the Fear of Liability

2015 ◽  
Vol 43 (S1) ◽  
pp. 36-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin D. Winig ◽  
John O. Spengler ◽  
Alexis M. Etow
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Community Health ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
Policy Initiatives ◽  
Safe Routes To School ◽  
Improve Health

This paper examines two policy initiatives that research shows can increase opportunities for physical activity and, in turn, improve health outcomes. These initiatives — shared use and Safe Routes to School (SRTS) — can and should be embraced by schools to improve student and community health. Fear of liability, however, has made many schools reluctant to support these efforts despite their proven benefits. This paper addresses school administrators’ real and perceived liability concerns and identifies four strategies for managing the fear of liability and mitigating any potential liability exposure.

Establishing a learning healthcare system to improve health outcomes for people with epilepsy

2021 ◽  
Vol 117 ◽  
pp. 107805
Author(s):  
Maria A. Donahue ◽  
Susan T. Herman ◽  
Deepika Dass ◽  
Kathleen Farrell ◽  
Alison Kukla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Healthcare System ◽  
Learning Healthcare System ◽  
Improve Health
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