Completed on Rationale & Objective Older adults with end-stage kidney disease have increased morbidity, fatigue, and decreased physical function, which can inhibit self-care and social engagement. We pilot tested a home-based program to …

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Completed on Abstract Current medical models frequently overlook functional limitations and the home environment even though they partially determine healthcare usage and quality of life. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services …

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Completed on Importance Timing and coordination exercises may be an important addition to community-based health promotion exercise programs to improve walking in older adults. Objective To compare the effectiveness of the On …

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Completed on Background Project Healthy Bones (PHB) is a 24-week, peer-led exercise and education program for older adults at risk of osteoporosis. Method Residents from an assisted living and senior community program …

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Completed on Objectives To evaluate the impact of implementing an evidence-based fall prevention intervention in community senior centers. Methods We used a single-group design to evaluate the Tai Ji Quan: Moving for …

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Completed on Objective A significant barrier to improving the health and well-being of older adults is that they often do not adhere to health-promoting programs. The present study examined whether Bingocize®, a …

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Completed on Abstract This pre/posttest study investigated the effect of A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls (MOB) on balance confidence in older adults. MOB is an evidence-based program designed to …

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Completed on Abstract The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship of a history of depression with moderate physical activity and physical function before and after a physical activity intervention …

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