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Journal article
Effects and feasibility of an exercise intervention for individuals living with dementia in nursing homes: study protocol
International Psychogeriatrics, Vol.29(9), pp.1565-1577
2017
PMID: 28287054
Abstract
Background: Worldwide, there are an estimated 35.6 million individuals living with dementia. It is important that non-pharmacological therapies are utilized to help manage the symptoms of dementia, such as agitation, as they are the recommended first approach in best practice guidelines.
Methods: This protocol outlines a randomized controlled trial with a qualitative component which evaluated the effects and feasibility of a physical therapist-led physical exercise intervention on agitation of individuals living with dementia in nursing homes. Physical performance levels were considered as a secondary outcome. This evidence-based protocol consisted of a range of adaptable physical exercises that targeted strength, balance, endurance, and flexibility. To help determine the optimum parameters for this population group, the study used two intervention groups: (a) physical exercise intervention for 45 minutes once a week; (b) physical exercise intervention for 15 minutes three times a week (total time also 45 minutes per week). Both intervention groups were compared to a control group, which continued to participate in usual care only (no specific physical exercise intervention), such as basic seated exercise class, carpet bowls, and “armchair” activities.
Conclusions: The physical therapist-led physical exercise intervention detailed in this protocol could be integrated into dementia care in nursing homes or other similar settings to help reduce agitation and improve physical performance.
Details
- Title
- Effects and feasibility of an exercise intervention for individuals living with dementia in nursing homes: study protocol
- Authors
- Lindsey Brett (Corresponding Author) - University of WollongongVictoria Traynor - University of WollongongPaul Stapley - University of WollongongShahla Meedya - University of Wollongong
- Publication details
- International Psychogeriatrics, Vol.29(9), pp.1565-1577
- Publisher
- Elsevier BV
- Date published
- 2017
- DOI
- 10.1017/S1041610217000138
- ISSN
- 1741-203X; 1041-6102
- PMID
- 28287054
- Copyright note
- Copyright © 2017 International Psychogeriatric Association. Published by Elsevier Inc.
- Grant note
- The authors acknowledge the funding received from the University of Wollongong PhD Scholarship.
- Organisation Unit
- Healthy Ageing Research Cluster; School of Health - Nursing
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991154834702621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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