Interferential current sensory stimulation, through the neck skin, improves airway defense and oral nutrition intake in patients with dysphagia: a double-blind randomized controlled trial.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This cross-sectional study compared three tools for predicting painful new osteoporotic vertebral fractures (PNOVFs) in older Chinese men: bone mineral density (BMD), the Osteoporosis Self-Assessment Tool for Asians (OSTA), and the World Health Organization fracture risk assessment tool (FRAX) (without BMD). ...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Lin J,Yang Y,Fei Q,Zhang X,Ma Z,Wang Q,Li J,Li D,Meng Q,Wang B

更新日期：2016-04-22 00:00:00

abstract：Purpose:This study aimed to investigate the effect of religious intervention on depressive symptoms and quality of life (QOL) among Indonesian elderly in nursing homes (NHs). Patients and methods:This was a quasi-experimental study with repeated measures. Sixty elderly residents at three NHs in three districts in Yogy...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Pramesona BA,Taneepanichskul S

更新日期：2018-03-23 00:00:00

abstract：Purpose:The role of biomarkers in the prediction of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) outcome or response to thrombolytic therapy (with recombinant tissue plasminogen activator [rt-PA]) remains limited. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether mean platelet volume (MPV) could predict short-term functional outcome in pat...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Staszewski J,Pogoda A,Data K,Walczak K,Nowocień M,Frankowska E,Stępień A

更新日期：2019-02-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Digoxin is a frequently prescribed drug, particularly in the elderly population, in which there is an increased prevalence of atrial fibrillation and cardiac failure. With its complex pharmacokinetic profile and narrow therapeutic index, use of digoxin requires regular monitoring of blood levels. Recent evid...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Zhao L,Yang P,Li P,Wang X,Qin W,Zhang X

更新日期：2014-07-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The skeletal muscle echo intensity (EI) during ultrasound imaging has been investigated to evaluate the muscle quality. However, EI fluctuates according to the scanning conditions. METHODS:The motor functions and ultrasound images of 19 elderly (73 ± 3.2 years) and 19 young (22 ± 1.5 years) individuals were...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Nishihara K,Kawai H,Hayashi H,Naruse H,Kimura A,Gomi T,Hoshi F

更新日期：2014-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：:Data on the oral health of the elderly depict a worrying situation, with an elevated prevalence of caries and moderate periodontal disease, frequent edentulism, and numerous cases of dry mouth and oral cancer. There is wide evidence that periodontitis is a risk factor for certain systemic diseases, and impaired oral h...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Gil-Montoya JA,de Mello AL,Barrios R,Gonzalez-Moles MA,Bravo M

更新日期：2015-02-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sarcopenia is strongly associated with an inadequate intake of dietary protein. Dietary protein supplementation boosts muscle-protein synthesis and increases muscle mass in the elderly. This study tested whether adding a protein-rich food, ricotta cheese, to the habitual diet increased total appendicular ske...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Alemán-Mateo H,Macías L,Esparza-Romero J,Astiazaran-García H,Blancas AL

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and the combined prevalence of these two disorders increases as the population ages. Both AF and CKD have risk factors for development of each other and eventual mortality. However, the relationship between ...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Fu S,Liu T,Luo L,Ye P

更新日期：2014-02-14 00:00:00

abstract：Purpose:DNA methylation is thought to play a role in exercise-induced gene expression. We aimed to examine changes in muscular strength and body composition in elderly patients with end-stage knee osteoarthritis before and after artificial knee arthroplasty and exercise therapy. We aimed to confirm the relationship bet...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Kamo T,Kurose S,Ohno H,Murata M,Hashiyada M,Saito T,Kimura Y

更新日期：2019-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：Purpose:Ineffective interdisciplinary communication is linked to many adverse consequences of hospitalization. This study evaluated the effect of SIBR, a model of care that encourages interdisciplinary communication and patient and family participations, on in-hospital deaths and new nursing home (NH) placements. Mate...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Basic D,Huynh E,Gonzales R,Shanley C

更新日期：2018-11-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research on crisis teams for older adults with dementia is limited. This scoping review aimed to 1) conduct a systematic literature review reporting on the effectiveness of crisis interventions for older people with dementia and 2) conduct a scoping survey with dementia crisis teams mapping services across E...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Streater A,Coleston-Shields DM,Yates J,Stanyon M,Orrell M

更新日期：2017-10-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Current surgical risk assessment tools fall short of appreciating geriatric risk factors including cognitive deficits, depressive, and frailty symptoms that may worsen outcomes post-transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). This study hypothesized that a screening tool, SMARTIE, would improve detecti...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Khan MM,Lanctôt KL,Fremes SE,Wijeysundera HC,Radhakrishnan S,Gallagher D,Gandell D,Brenkel MC,Hazan EL,Docteur NG,Herrmann N

更新日期：2019-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of dental status and chewing efficiency on the oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of nursing-home residents. Materials and Methods:The study was conducted in nine nursing homes. All eligible participants were included, and general and medical data, ...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Zenthöfer A,Ehret J,Zajac M,Kilian S,Rammelsberg P,Klotz AL

更新日期：2020-11-11 00:00:00

abstract：Introduction:Older adults with chronic disease are more vulnerable to abuse. Early and accurate detection of the elderly abuse phenomenon can help identify health-promoting solutions for the elderly, their family, and society. The purpose of this study was to design and evaluate the psychometric properties of a questio...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Mahmoudian A,Torabi Chafjiri R,Alipour A,Shamsalinia A,Ghaffari F

更新日期：2018-04-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite advances in operative repair, ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm (rAAA) remains associated with high mortality and morbidity rates, especially in elderly patients. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the outcomes of emergency endovascular aneurysm repair (eEVAR), conventional open repair (OPEN)...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Raats JW,Flu HC,Ho GH,Veen EJ,Vos LD,Steyerberg EW,van der Laan L

更新日期：2014-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluate the efficacy of cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) of different durations for Alzheimer's disease (AD). Methods:A comprehensive search was carried out in three databases. The primary outcome was Mini-Mental...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Chen J,Duan Y,Li H,Lu L,Liu J,Tang C

更新日期：2019-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Avoiding medications in which the risks outweigh the benefits in the elderly patient is a challenge for physicians, and different criteria to identify inappropriate prescription (IP) exist to aid prescribers. Definition of IP indicators in the Italian geriatric population affected by cardiovascular disease and chronic...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Lucenteforte E,Lombardi N,Vetrano DL,La Carpia D,Mitrova Z,Kirchmayer U,Corrao G,Lapi F,Mugelli A,Vannacci A

更新日期：2017-10-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atrial fibrillation (AF) disproportionately affects older adults. However, direct comparison of clinical features, medical therapy, and outcomes in AF patients aged 65-74 and ≥ 75 years is rare. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the differences in clinical characteristics and prognosis in th...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Shao XH,Yang YM,Zhu J,Zhang H,Liu Y,Gao X,Yu LT,Liu LS,Zhao L,Yu PF,Zhang H,He Q,Gu XD

更新日期：2014-08-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gerontological research aims at understanding factors that are crucial for mediating "successful aging". This term denotes the absence of significant disease and disabilities, maintenance of high levels of physical and cognitive function, and preservation of social and productive activities. Preservation of ...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Kalisch T,Richter J,Lenz M,Kattenstroth JC,Kolankowska I,Tegenthoff M,Dinse HR

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The topic of motor vehicle crashes among the elderly is dynamic and multi-faceted requiring a comprehensive and synergistic approach to intervention planning. This approach must be based on the values of a given population as well as health statistics and asserted through community, organizational and policy strategie...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Classen S,Lopez ED,Winter S,Awadzi KD,Ferree N,Garvan CW

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine the test-retest reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) for older adults in Serbia. Six hundred and sixty older adults (352 men, 53%; 308 women, 47%; mean age 67.65±5.76 years) participated in the study. To examine test-retest reliability, the ...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Milanović Z,Pantelić S,Trajković N,Jorgić B,Sporiš G,Bratić M

更新日期：2014-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Endoscopic surgical treatment has become an option to treat benign prostate hyperplasia. We evaluated the safety and effectiveness of photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) in patients. We evaluated preoperative and perioperative parameters, functional outcomes, and adverse events up to 12 months postoperat...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Shao IH,Hou CP,Chen SM,Chen CL,Lin YH,Chang PL,Tsui KH

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Multiple cranial dural arteriovenous fistulas (dAVFs) are considered to be an uncommon vascular condition. dAVFs usually manifest with vague symptoms, which are related to the site of occurrence of the lesion and present with complex angio-architectural features, which in turn can render treatment procedures...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Al-Abdulwahhab AH,Al-Suhibani S,Al-Sharydah AM,Al-Jubran SA,Al-Thuneyyan MA

更新日期：2020-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:The objective involved the analysis of the efficiency of the Program of Movement Recreation of Elderly People (PMREP) exercise program expressed in terms of the stabilography measures and coactivation of muscles in women in the age group of 60-70 years. The assumption that was assumed stems from theoretical i...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Borysiuk Z,Konieczny M,Kręcisz K,Pakosz P,Królikowska B

更新日期：2018-09-12 00:00:00

abstract：Purpose:The purpose of this study was to identify how changes to general health might affect the oral health of nursing-home residents over a six-month period. Materials and Methods:The study was conducted in nine nursing homes in Germany. Sociodemographic and general data were collected at baseline and after six mont...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Klotz AL,Zajac M,Ehret J,Kilian S,Rammelsberg P,Zenthöfer A

更新日期：2020-01-09 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a growing consensus regarding the influence of various psychosocial factors such as degree of social participation on health and disease outcomes, quality of life, and general well-being. Older individuals with diminished motor and physical functionality suffer a heightened risk of social exclusion and loneli...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Hao G,Bishwajit G,Tang S,Nie C,Ji L,Huang R

更新日期：2017-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This paper examines the influence of age on several attributes of sensorimotor performance while performing a reaching task. Our hypothesis, based on previous studies, is that aged persons will show differences in one or more of the attributes of sensorimotor performance. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Fifty-one subject...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Llinares A,Badesa FJ,Morales R,Garcia-Aracil N,Sabater JM,Fernandez E

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on left ventricular (LV) diastolic function in hospitalized elderly patients. METHODS:This was a case-control observational study of 148 consecutive hospitalized elderly patients (≥65 years old): 73 subjects without COPD as controls and 7...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Huang YS,Feng YC,Zhang J,Bai L,Huang W,Li M,Sun Y

更新日期：2014-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Tinnitus and dizziness are frequent in old age and often seen as concomitant symptoms in patients with dementia. In earlier clinical trials, Ginkgo biloba extract EGb 761® was found to alleviate tinnitus and dizziness in elderly patients. Consequently, a meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the effects of...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Spiegel R,Kalla R,Mantokoudis G,Maire R,Mueller H,Hoerr R,Ihl R

更新日期：2018-06-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with an increased incidence and severity of strokes. The burden of AF-related stroke is expected to increase in parallel with the aging of the population. Oral anticoagulation with warfarin has been the pharmacologic standard for stroke risk reduction in patients with AF. When us...

journal_title：Clinical interventions in aging

authors： Amin A

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00