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1,746 papers18 new in 30 days

Sunday, September 6

Research SquareSep 6

Exploring Self-Perception Bias of Fall Risk and Its Influencing Factors in Older Adults

Feature importance weights derived from the Random Forest model (SHAP values).

Preprint: cross-sectional study of 8,195 peoplePopulations

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Journal of Exercise Science and FitnessSep 6

Effects of resistance training on balance-related physical performance in older adults with sarcopenic obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Meta-analysis of randomized trialsResistance training

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Friday, September 4

Frontiers in Public HealthSep 4

Effects of qigong and resistance exercise on improving balance and cognitive ability of community-dwelling older adults

Non-randomized trial in 93 peopleResistance training

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BMC GeriatricsSep 4

The relationship between the uric acid to prealbumin ratio and frailty, muscle strength, and malnutrition risk in older geriatric outpatients: a retrospective cross-sectional study

Flow diagram showing patient screening, exclusion criteria, and the final analytic sample

Cross-sectional study of 435 peopleHandgrip strength

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Thursday, September 3

Annals of Geriatric Medicine and ResearchSep 3

Association of chronic pain and slower processing speed with falls in community-dwelling older adults

Cross-sectional study of 320 peoplePopulations

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Tuesday, September 1

Folia MedicaSep 1

Calf and mid-upper arm circumference as screening tools for sarcopenia in elderly diabetics: evidence from primary healthcare centers

Cross-sectional study of 203 peopleCalf circumference

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Saturday, August 29

Frontiers in Aging NeuroscienceAug 29

Effects of Tai Chi on functional performance and fall-related psychological outcomes in Parkinson's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Literature screening process and results.

Meta-analysis of randomized trialsTai chi

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Friday, August 28

Archives of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAug 28

Effects of Aquatic Tai Chi and Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment-Based Virtual Reality Training on Rehabilitation in Patients with Parkinson Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Randomized trial in 50 peopleTai chi

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Thursday, August 27

NutrientsAug 27

Muscle Strength and Physical Performance in Relation to Dietary Intake Among Older Men and Women

Cross-sectional study of 620 peopleMuscle

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HealthcareAug 27

Effects of Traditional Chinese Mind-Body Exercise on Physical Function in Older Adults with Sarcopenia and Frailty: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) flow diagram.

Meta-analysis of randomized trialsExercise

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Monday, August 24

PLOS OneAug 24

Effect of vision training on visual function in older adults: A pilot randomized trial

Flow diagram of participant enrollment, randomization, intervention, and analysis.

Randomized trial in 30 peopleInterventions

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arXivAug 24

Predicting Multiple Clinical Outcomes Related to Functional Recovery and Social Isolation Among Older Adults After Lower-Limb Fracture or Hip Replacement

Preprint: cohort study of 18 peopleBiomarkers

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Thursday, August 20

Research SquareAug 20

Evaluation of a Technology-Based Multifactorial Intervention for Improving Fall Risk: A Cluster-Randomized Controlled Trial

Flow of participants over the four timepoints.

Preprint: randomized trial in 387 peopleInterventions

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Wednesday, August 19

Portuguese Journal of Cardiac Thoracic and Vascular SurgeryAug 19

Cognitive And Balance Improvement After Carotid Endarterectomy In Asymptomatic Patients: A Prospective Study

Non-randomized trial in 18 peopleInterventions

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Tuesday, August 18

JMIR Research ProtocolsAug 18

Influence of a Multicomponent Supervised Exercise Program on Frail and Prefrail Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

Study protocolExercise

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Friday, August 14

Frontiers in NeurologyAug 14

Effects of mindfulness-based exercise on Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Meta-analysisParkinson's disease

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Thursday, August 13

European Journal of Applied PhysiologyAug 13

Walking with blood flow restriction in Parkinson's disease: vascular, neurotrophic and functional outcomes: a randomized controlled trial (WALK-BFR-PD Trial)

Randomized trial in 24 peopleParkinson's disease

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Journal of Clinical MedicineAug 13

Immediate Changes in Physical Function, Psychological Health, and Health-Related Quality of Life Following a Five-Day Multicomponent Coastal Health Program in Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Randomized trial in 62 peopleInterventions

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NutrientsAug 13

Vitamin D Supplementation and 12-Month Changes in Muscle Function and Physical Performance in Older Adults with Vitamin D Deficiency: A Prospective Observational Cohort Study

STROBE-compliant participant flow diagram.

Cohort study of 194 peopleVitamin D

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Wednesday, August 12

Research SquareAug 12

Motivational Phone Contact for Home-Based Exercise in Adults with Chronic Conditions or Disabilities in an Underserved Urban Neighborhood in Metropolitan Seoul: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Study setting and intervention platform.

Preprint: randomized trial in 19 peopleDisability

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Sunday, August 9

IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation EngineeringAug 9

Feasibility and Effects of a Soft-Wearable Robotic Suit Assisting Hip Extension in Older Adults: A Pilot Study

Non-randomized trial in 22 peopleInterventions

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Friday, August 7

Dementia and Neurocognitive DisordersAug 7

Gait Analysis Using Wearable Sensors in Patients With Alzheimer's Dementia: A Preliminary Report

Cross-sectional study in peopleAlzheimer's disease dementia

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Tuesday, August 4

Clinical Interventions in AgingAug 4

Association Between Physical Performance and Depressive Symptoms in Older Adults: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study

Cross-sectional study of 443 peopleDepression

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Thursday, July 30

Journal of Integrative NeuroscienceJul 30

Brain Functional Alterations Associated With Postural Stability Across the Frailty Continuum: A Resting-State fMRI Study

Cross-sectional study of 68 peopleMechanisms

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Tuesday, July 7

GeriatricsJul 7

Favorable Changes in Basic Functional Status and Mobility After Participation in a Community-Based Day Center Program for Older Adults: A Pre-Post Study of Two Independent Annual Cohorts in Chile

Cohort study of 897 peopleInterventions

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Scientific ReportsJul 7

The relationships between the physical fitness levels of geriatric individuals and their static and dynamic balance

Cross-sectional study of 153 peoplePopulations

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Monday, June 15

Aging Clinical and Experimental ResearchJun 15

Tissue-specific body composition changes and muscle performance decline: a 5-year prospective study

Cohort study of 120 peopleMuscle

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Wednesday, June 10

Physiological ReportsJun 10

Extracellular water may increase with age and be independently and negatively associated with muscle strength and physical function in older adults: A cross-sectional study

Cross-sectional study of 1,102 peopleKnee extension strength

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Thursday, May 14

Annals of Geriatric Medicine and ResearchMay 14

Accumulation of Biopsychosocial Risk Factors and Cognitive Impairment: The Impact of Slower Gait, Depression, and Low Education in Community-Dwelling Older Adults

Cross-sectional study of 661 peopleCognitive impairment

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Wednesday, May 13

Journal of Mid-life HealthMay 13

Reimagining Aging: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Virtual Reality on Cognitive, Physical, and Functional Outcomes in Older Adults

Meta-analysis of randomized trialsVirtual reality

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