An Investigation of Comparison of Health-Related Quality of Life and Grip Strength between Middle to Older Age Women With and Without Depression according to Age Groups

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jong-Hoon Moon ◽  
Kyoung-Young Park
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Grip Strength ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Older Age ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

scholarly journals Oral Health Related Quality of Life and Prosthetic Status among Institutionalized Elderly from the Bucharest Area: A Pilot Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6663
Author(s):  
Laura Iosif ◽  
Cristina Teodora Preoteasa ◽  
Elena Preoteasa ◽  
Ana Ispas ◽  
Radu Ilinca ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Institutionalized Elderly ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Prosthetic Status ◽  
The Impact

The aim of the study was to assess the oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) of elderly in care homes, one of Romania’s most vulnerable social categories, to correlate it to sociodemographic, oral health parameters, and prosthodontic status. Therefore, a cross-sectional study was performed on 58 geriatrics divided into 3 age groups, who were clinically examined and answered the oral health impact profile (OHIP-14) questionnaire. Very high rates of complete edentulism in the oldest-old subgroup (bimaxillary in 64.3%; mandibular in 64.3%; maxillary in 85.7%), and alarming frequencies in the other subgroups (middle-old and youngest-old), statistically significant differences between age groups being determined. The OHIP-14 mean score was 14.5. Although not statistically significant, females had higher OHIP-14 scores, also middle-old with single maxillary arch, single mandibular arch, and bimaxillary complete edentulism, whether they wore dentures or not, but especially those without dental prosthetic treatment in the maxilla. A worse OHRQoL was also observed in wearers of bimaxillary complete dentures, in correlation with periodontal disease-related edentulism, in those with tertiary education degree, and those who came from rural areas. There were no statistically significant correlations of OHRQoL with age, total number of edentulous spaces or edentulous spaces with no prosthetic treatment. In conclusion, despite poor oral health and prosthetic status of the institutionalized elderly around Bucharest, the impact on their wellbeing is comparatively moderate.

scholarly journals Is grip strength associated with health-related quality of life? Findings from the Hertfordshire Cohort Study

2006 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 409-415 ◽  
Author(s):  
Avan Aihie Sayer ◽  
Holly E. Syddall ◽  
Helen J. Martin ◽  
Elaine M. Dennison ◽  
Helen C. Roberts ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cohort Study ◽  
Grip Strength ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Hertfordshire Cohort Study

scholarly journals The patient’s experience of primary ciliary dyskinesia: a systematic review

2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (9) ◽  
pp. 2265-2285 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Behan ◽  
Bruna Rubbo ◽  
Jane S. Lucas ◽  
Audrey Dunn Galvin
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Uk ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Ciliary Dyskinesia

Abstract Background Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare genetic disorder characterised by progressive sinopulmonary disease, with symptoms starting soon after birth. The aim of this study is to critically review, analyse, and synthesise the literature in order to understand the experiences of patients with primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) and the impact on health-related quality of life. Method MEDLINE, EBSCO, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), PsycINFO and EMBASE were searched according to the inclusion criteria. A qualitative analysis of 14 studies was conducted. Results Fourteen studies were included in the review, five with qualitative methodologies. Studies originated from the UK, USA, Italy, Denmark and Belgium, one study included a survey distributed internationally. Significant relationships were found between age and worsening of respiratory symptoms, physical, and mental domains of health-related quality of life, with a greater decline compared with reference populations. Variations between the UK and Italy were found for health-related quality of life and its correlation with time since diagnosis. PCD was found to have a physical impact in all age groups: patients found it difficult to keep up with others, and found energy levels were easily depleted compared to family or peers. In terms of social impact, symptoms lead to embarrassment and a sense of isolation, with patients concealing symptoms and/or their diagnosis. In turn, isolation was also linked with the lack of public and medical knowledge. In relation to emotional impact, anxiety was reported in a number of qualitative studies; patients were anxious about getting sick or when thinking about their future health. The burden of treatment and factors influencing adherence were also discussed in depth. Conclusion Health-related quality of life decreases with age in patients with PCD. For all age groups, PCD was found to greatly impact physical, emotional, social functioning, and treatment burden. More research is needed on the psychosocial impact of the illness, disease burden and its effect on quality of life.

Effects of 24 weeks strength training with and without unstable devices on strength, flexibility and quality of life in older women: A secondary analysis from randomized controlled trial

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
André Luiz Torres Pirauá ◽  
Valéria Mayaly Alves de Oliveira ◽  
Bruno Remígio Cavalcante ◽  
Natália Barros Beltrão ◽  
Gabriel de Amorim Batista ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Strength Training ◽  
Grip Strength ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Strength Exercises ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

BACKGROUND: Combining strength training (ST) with unstable surfaces (US) is a promising complementary approach to traditional ST to optimize muscle strength and balance in different populations. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effects of traditional ST and ST+US on grip strength, flexibility and quality of life in older women. METHODS: Fifty-eight older women were randomly assigned into ST (n= 22), ST+US (n= 22) or control (n= 14) group. Exercise groups performed whole-body, moderate-intensity strength exercises, thrice a week during 24-weeks. ST+US participants performed the same exercise prescription progressively adding unstable surfaces and devices. Dependent variables (grip strength, flexibility and health-related quality of life) were measured at baseline, 12-weeks and after 24-weeks of intervention. RESULTS: At completion of 24-weeks, compared with control group, traditional ST promote flexibility gains [SRT =+ 5.42 cm (95% CI = 1.01 to 9.83)]. Both training regimes improved quality of life [ST =+9.50 (95% CI = 1.80 to 17.20); ST+US =+ 15.23 (95%CI = 7.37 to 23.08). No significant between-group difference was observed for grip strength at completion of the intervention. CONCLUSION: Traditional strength exercises were effective to improve flexibility and health-related quality of life among healthy older women. Combining unstable devices with traditional exercise did not provide additional gains in order to promote flexibility and quality of life.

scholarly journals Older Age- and Health-related Quality of Life in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 283-288 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriella Velonias ◽  
Grace Conway ◽  
Elizabeth Andrews ◽  
John J. Garber ◽  
Hamed Khalili ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases ◽  
Older Age ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Bowel Diseases ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel

scholarly journals Health-Related Quality of Life and Frequency of Physical Activity in Spanish Students Aged 8–14

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (17) ◽  
pp. 9418
Author(s):  
José I. Calzada-Rodríguez ◽  
Ángel M. Denche-Zamorano ◽  
Jorge Pérez-Gómez ◽  
María Mendoza-Muñoz ◽  
Jorge Carlos-Vivas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Health Utility ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

The study of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children and adolescents has important implications in terms of policy, education, and health. Data on the time spent in physical activity (PA) and in sedentary activities in this population are worrying. We aim to analyze possible differences in HRQoL and PA levels between sexes and age groups in Spanish students aged between 8 and 14 years, as well as to assess the relationship between HRQoL and the frequency of PA in this population. A total of 3197 participants (1610 boys and 1587 girls) from 8 to 14 years old were recruited. Mquality and Mapping Child Health Utility instrument (Chu9d) were used as HRQoL indicators. A medium positive association between PA and HRQoL concerning the Spanish school population was found. HRQoL was higher among students aged 8 to 12 than 13 to 14. Moreover, when children start secondary education, both sexes seem to lose the quality of life. Similarly, PA decreases among girls over the years, although it seems to increase among boys. Thus, PA levels and HRQoL are directly associated in Spanish schoolchildren aged between 8 and 14 years. However, this HRQoL decreases in children over the years. Practical implications include the need to support education and physical activity programs to improve HRQoL in children and adolescents.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Quality of Life in Children and Their Parents with Immune Thrombocytopenia in China

Blood ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 124 (21) ◽  
pp. 5017-5017
Author(s):  
Min Zhou ◽  
Xiao-jing Li ◽  
Hui-ying Shu ◽  
Fan-yi Meng ◽  
Mo Yang
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Immune Thrombocytopenia ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Emotional Impact ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Disease ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Disease Specific

Abstract In this study, we assessed the health-related quality of life (QoL) in children with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) and their parents in China using a disease-specific QoL measure, the Kids' ITP Tools (KIT). Forty-three Children less than 18 years of age with newly diagnosed ITP and their parents were recruited to complete the KIT study. The children’s version of the KIT consisted of 26 items which divided into 5 domains: treatment side effects, intervention-related, disease-related, activity-related, and family-related concerns. Parental version of KIT consisted of 26 items which divided into 6 domains: diagnosis-related, monitoring-related, child’s restricted activity-related, daily life-related, disease outcome, and emotional impact. Each item was rated on a 6-point Likert scale from 1 (not at all) to 6 (a great deal). A high score represented a high concern level. Scores for the individual domains were summed to yield a total KIT score. The reliability of KIT was found to be high in assessing QoL of children with ITP and their parents in China (children’s version: Cronbach’s a=0.933, parents’ version: Cronbach’s a=0.905). Parent KIT scores was significantly higher than child KIT scores, (31.46±14.58）vs（79.05±14.99）Z=7.625，P=0.000. Which suggested that QoL of parents was significantly lower than children’s. Among the children KIT, the highest mean score was noted in the “intervention-related” (1.92±1.30) and “activity related (1.82±1.47)”. Among the parents KIT, the highest mean score was noted in the “emotional impact（4.88±0.97)” and “disease outcome (4.78±1.01)”; (3) The KIT scores for different age groups of children with ITP were significantly different which showed that the older the children were, they cared for more and worried more about the disease. But the KIT scores for parents were no different in different age groups, which suggested that whatever their children are old or young, Chinese parents worried about ITP disease in the same degree. The QoL of children with ITP and their parents were remarkably lower in Chinese, especially for parents. The cross-culturally translated KIT was a valid and reliable disease-specific measure of health-related quality of life for children with ITP. KIT could be used as an tool in clinical trials and management of childhood ITP. Disclosures No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.

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