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Schroeder, Jan M., Karen L. Nau, Wayne H. Osness, and Jeffrey A. Potteiger. "A Comparison of Life Satisfaction, Functional Ability, Physical Characteristics, and Activity Level among Older Adults in Various Living Settings." Journal of Aging and Physical Activity 6, no. 4 (1998): 340–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.6.4.340.

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Measurements of functional ability, balance, strength, flexibility, life satisfaction, and physical activity were compared among three populations of older adults (age 75-85 years). Sixty-nine subjects performed the Physical Performance Test (PPT). timed Up and Go. 1 repetition maximum (IRM) leg press and extensions, and Modified Sit and Reach. The Physical Activity Questionnaire for the Elderly and Satisfaction With Life Scale were also completed. No difference was found among the groups for life satisfaction. Individuals living in a nursing facility had poorer PPT scores, dynamic balance, le

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Hacker, Eileen Danaher, Eileen Collins, Chang Park, Tara Peters, and Damiano Rondelli. "Strength training to enhance early recovery after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation." Journal of Clinical Oncology 34, no. 26_suppl (2016): 190. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jco.2016.34.26_suppl.190.

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190 Background: Intensive cancer treatment followed by hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT) results in moderate to severe fatigue and physical inactivity leading to diminished functional ability. Methods: This study compared strength training to enhance early recovery (STEER) (n = 33) to attentional control with health education (n = 34) in adult HCT patients on primary outcomes (physical activity and fatigue) and secondary outcome (functional ability) in a single-blind randomized clinical trial. Subjects were randomly stratified by type of transplant (allogeneic or autologous) and ag

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Muñoz-Bermejo, Villafaina, Collado-Mateo, Postigo-Mota, and Adsuar. "Physical Strength Perception of Older Caregivers in Rural Areas." Medicina 55, no. 10 (2019): 692. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/medicina55100692.

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Background and objective: In an aging population, it is increasingly common for older adults to take care of other older adults. Caregiving tasks may be conditioned by the aging process. This study aims to analyze the perceived physical strength of older caregivers and its impact on the functional capacity to engage in caregiving activities. Methods: A discretionary sampling of caregivers (N = 107), ≥65 years old, in the rural health area of Badajoz (Spain) participated in this cross-sectional study. Measurements included questions about the caregiver’s role (experience, years, hours, difficul

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Marciniak, Rudi A., Kyle T. Ebersole, and David J. Cornell. "Relationships between balance and physical fitness variables in firefighter recruits." Work 68, no. 3 (2021): 667–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/wor-203401.

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BACKGROUND: Research has suggested that balance ability contributes to musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) rates in firefighters. Though the Y-Balance Test (YBT) can predict injury, it is unclear what physical measures inform YBT performance in firefighters. Thus, there is a lack of knowledge regarding best practice for improving balance in firefighters. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the relationship between the YBT and fitness measures, including body composition, aerobic capacity, functional total-body power, upper and lower-body strength, and movement efficiency, among firefighters. METHODS: Dynamic bal

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Andersen, T. R., J. F. Schmidt, J. J. Nielsen, et al. "Effect of football or strength training on functional ability and physical performance in untrained old men." Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports 24 (June 5, 2014): 76–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/sms.12245.

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Jones, C. Jessie, Dana N. Rutledge, and Jordan Aquino. "Predictors of Physical Performance and Functional Ability in People 50+ With and Without Fibromyalgia." Journal of Aging and Physical Activity 18, no. 3 (2010): 353–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.18.3.353.

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The purposes of this study were to determine whether people with and without fibromyalgia (FM) age 50 yr and above showed differences in physical performance and perceived functional ability and to determine whether age, gender, depression, and physical activity level altered the impact of FM status on these factors. Dependent variables included perceived function and 6 performance measures (multidimensional balance, aerobic endurance, overall functional mobility, lower body strength, and gait velocity—normal or fast). Independent (predictor) variables were FM status, age, gender, depression,

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Riviati, Nur, Taufik Indrajaya, Erial Bahar, and Dobi Saputra Burni. "Potential of Omega-3 Supplementation on Muscle Mass, Muscle Strength, and Physical Performance in Elderly Community." Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences 9, B (2021): 55–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2021.5601.

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BACKGROUND: Geriatric problem characterized by reduced functional ability and impaired adaptation function caused by the decline in various body systems, as well as increased vulnerability to various kinds of stressors, which reduce a person’s functional performance. AIM: This study was aimed to explore the effect of omega-3 supplementation on muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical performance in the elderly community in Palembang, Indonesia. METHODS: This study is an open clinical trial, to assess the potential of omega-3 supplementation on muscle mass, handgrip strength, and

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Cheng, I.-Fang, Li-Chieh Kuo, Yi-Jung Tsai, and Fong-Chin Su. "The Comparisons of Physical Functional Performances between Older Adults with and without Regular Physical Activity in Two Different Living Settings." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 7 (2021): 3561. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18073561.

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We compared the physical function performances of community-dwelling and day care center older adults with and without regular physical activity (PA). A total of 163 Taiwanese older adults living in rural communities participated. PA habits and physical functional performances were assessed. The participants were divided into community-dwelling (CD) and senior day care (DC) center groups that were further classified into regular physical activity (RPA) and non-physical activity (NPA) subgroups. Comparison took place between subgroups. In the CD group, only the grip strength, pinch strength, an

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Worm, Charlotte H., Esther Vad, Lis Puggaard, Henrik Støvring, Jens Lauritsen, and Jakob Kragstrup. "Effects of a Multicomponent Exercise Program on Functional Ability in Community-Dwelling, Frail Older Adults." Journal of Aging and Physical Activity 9, no. 4 (2001): 414–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.9.4.414.

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The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a multicomponent exercise program on basic daily functions and muscle strength in community-dwelling frail older people. The randomized, controlled study comprised 46 community-dwelling frail older people (above 74 years of age and not able to leave their home without mobility aids). For 12 weeks the intervention group (n = 22) was transported to 2 class-based exercise sessions each week. Assessment of physical function was obtained using Berg's Balance Scale and a walking test. Self-reported functional ability was assessed through SF-3

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BĂIȚAN, George-Florin. "PROMPT PHYSICAL AVAILABILITY OF THE MILITARY ‒ CONCEPTS, PRINCIPLES, COMPONENTS." BULLETIN OF "CAROL I" NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY 10, no. 2 (2021): 112–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.53477/2284-9378-21-14.

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Endurance (the ability to sustain activity), strength (the ability to overcome endurance) and motor skills (the functional application of force and endurance to react operatively to stimuli in the form of effective movement) are essential features for the physical performance of the military and, on a larger scale, for their success in the military system. Prompt physical availability is the ability to meet the physical requirements of any service or combat situation, in order to fulfill the mission or continue the fight until victory is achieved. Looking ahead, the multi-field approach in mil

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Newberry, J. E., A. De Leon, P. J. Merriman, and E. K. Castillo. "RELATIONSHIP OF ISOKINETIC KNEE EXTENSOR STRENGTH AND CLOSED KINETIC CHAIN FUNCTIONAL ABILITY 51." Medicine &amp Science in Sports &amp Exercise 29, Supplement (1997): 9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00005768-199705001-00051.

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Härdi, Irene, Stephanie A. Bridenbaugh, M. Elaine Cress, and Reto W. Kressig. "Validity of the German Version of the Continuous-Scale Physical Functional Performance 10 Test." Journal of Aging Research 2017 (2017): 1–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/9575214.

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Background. The Continuous-Scale Physical Functional Performance 10 Test (CS-PFP 10) quantitatively assesses physical functional performance in older adults who have a broad range of physical functional ability. This study assessed the validity and reliability of the CS-PFP 10 German version.Methods. Forward-translations and backtranslations as well as cultural adaptions of the test were conducted. Participants were German-speaking Swiss community-dwelling adults aged 64 and older. Concurrent validity was assessed using Pearson correlation coefficients between CS-PFP 10 and gait velocity, Time

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Young, Michael A., and Li Li. "Effect Of Exercise On Strength, Balance, And Functional Ability Indices In Peripheral Neuropathy Patients." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 37, Supplement (2005): S419. http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/00005768-200505001-02182.

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Young, Michael A., and Li Li. "Effect Of Exercise On Strength, Balance, And Functional Ability Indices In Peripheral Neuropathy Patients." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 37, Supplement (2005): S419. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00005768-200505001-02182.

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Palica, Danuta, and Anna Zwierzchowska. "Hatha yoga - an alternative form of supporting the health for the adapted physical activity (APA)." Advances in Rehabilitation 25, no. 4 (2011): 71–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/rehab-2013-0023.

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Abstract Introduction: The benefits of physical activity have been repeatedly verified and documented in many research. That is why the fundamental problem lays not in a question “if” but “how” to stimulate physical activity specially among people with disabilities. On this field one of many problems to solve is selection of appropriate, effective and interesting forms of physical exercises.The main aim of this study was to verify the efficiency of hatha yoga as a health promoting tool. Material and methods: Experiment involved a group of young women who exercised for 15 weeks to practice hath

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Mair, Jacqueline L., Giuseppe De Vito, and Colin A. Boreham. "Low Volume, Home-Based Weighted Step Exercise Training Can Improve Lower Limb Muscle Power and Functional Ability in Community-Dwelling Older Women." Journal of Clinical Medicine 8, no. 1 (2019): 41. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/jcm8010041.

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Stepping exercise can be used as a scalable form of high intensity exercise to enhance important aspects of physical fitness in older populations. The addition of supplementary weights increases the resistive element of stepping, with the potential for training improvements in muscular strength, power, and functional abilities alongside other fitness outcomes. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a low-volume, home-based weighted step exercise programme on muscular strength, power, and functional ability in previously inactive community-dwelling older women. Eleven participants

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Zhuravlev, Mikhail, and Tatyana Zhuravleva. "Aesthetic, functional and physical features of glulam in building architecture." E3S Web of Conferences 164 (2020): 05004. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202016405004.

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The main purpose of this research is to prove the efficiency of glulam to meet various architectural needs. The three features of glulam such as: plasticity and aesthetic value, functional efficiency, supporting properties and resistance to extreme conditions, are compared with the same features of concrete and steel, the most widely used materials nowadays. The methods are based upon actual test results and practical experience in creating glulam constructions. The research shows that plasticity of glulam allows to create complex curved surfaces and its surface and texture clearly demonstrate

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Kumar, Suraj, Vijai P. Sharma, and Anoop Aggarwal. "CORRELATION AND REGRESSION AMONG PAIN, PHYSICAL STRENGTH, FUNCTIONAL ABILITY, QUALITY OF LIFE AND SEXUAL FREQUENCY IN LOW BACK PAIN." Journal of Musculoskeletal Research 13, no. 04 (2010): 177–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/s0218957710002648.

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Purpose: The present study was undertaken to find out the relationship among outcome variables as well as association between dependent variables with physical characteristics in low back pain (LBP) patients. Correlations between outcome variables [pain, back pressure changes (BPC), abdominal pressure changes (APC), walking, stairs climbing, stand ups, quality of life (QOL) and sexual frequency] of all LBP subjects before and after treatment were assessed. Regression analysis was used to estimate baseline BPC and APC of LBP subjects from their baseline demographic characteristics (age, height,

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Alnahdi, Ali H., Joseph A. Zeni, and Lynn Snyder-Mackler. "Hip Abductor Strength Reliability and Association With Physical Function After Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Cross-Sectional Study." Physical Therapy 94, no. 8 (2014): 1154–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20130335.

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Background Because people with total knee arthroplasty (TKA) have persistent functional limitations and disability, identifying modifiable risk factors for persistent disability is warranted. Before surgery, people have pervasive lower extremity muscle weakness. The fact that hip abductor muscle strength is often not targeted in postoperative rehabilitation may contribute to functional limitations. Objective Study objectives were: (1) to examine the reliability of handheld dynamometry (HHD) for measuring hip abductor strength and (2) to determine whether hip abductor strength contributes to ph

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Novaes, Giovanni S., Jefferson S. Novaes, José Vilaça-Alves, et al. "Chronic Effects of Strength Training Vs. Hydro Aerobics on Functional and Cardiorespiratory Ability in Postmenopausal Women." Journal of Human Kinetics 43, no. 1 (2014): 57–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/hukin-2014-0090.

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Abstract The current study aimed to compare the effects of two exercise programs (Strength Training and Hydro Gymnastics) on the functional and cardiorespiratory abilities of Portuguese postmenopausal women. The study population consisted of 38 volunteers (age: 66.9 ± 6.1 years, body mass: 73.70 ± 10.38 kg, and body height: 1.55 ± 0.10 m). Subjects were randomly divided into two experimental groups and one control group: one group performed 24 weeks of strength training (GST; n = 14), another performed 24 weeks of hydro gymnastics (GH; n = 17) and a control group (CG; n = 7), where the subject

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Park, Hyun-Ju, Nam-Gi Lee, and Tae-Woo Kang. "Fall-related cognition, motor function, functional ability, and depression measures in older adults with dementia." NeuroRehabilitation 47, no. 4 (2020): 487–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/nre-203249.

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BACKGROUND: As the severity of dementia progresses over time, cognition and motor functions such as muscle strength, balance, and gait are disturbed, and they eventually increase the risk of fall in patients with dementia. OBJECTIVE: To determine the relationship between the fall risk and cognition, motor function, functional ability, and depression in older adults with dementia. METHODS: Seventy-four older adults diagnosed with dementia were recruited. Clinical measurements included the Fall Risk Scale by Huh (FSH), Korean version of the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE-K), hand grip stren

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Thomas, Vince Salazar, and Patricia A. Hageman. "A Preliminary Study on the Reliability of Physical Performance Measures in Older Day-Care Center Clients With Dementia." International Psychogeriatrics 14, no. 1 (2002): 17–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1041610202008244.

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Background: Decline in physical functional ability is an intrinsic component of the dementia syndrome. Reductions in muscle mass and strength represent a major factor in the loss of functional ability. Although resistance exercise has been studied as a method for maintaining/recovering function in populations of frail older adults, people with dementia have been systematically excluded because of uncertainty about the reliability of outcome measurements. Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the test-retest reliability of a battery of established performance-based measures of s

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Douda, Helen T., Konstantina V. Kosmidou, Ilias Smilios, Konstantinos A. Volaklis, and Savvas P. Tokmakidis. "Community-Based Training–Detraining Intervention in Older Women: A Five-Year Follow-Up Study." Journal of Aging and Physical Activity 23, no. 4 (2015): 496–512. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.2013-0241.

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This five-year follow-up nonrandomized controlled study evaluated community-based training and detraining on body composition and functional ability in older women. Forty-two volunteers (64.3 ± 5.1 years) were divided into four groups: aerobic training, strength training, combined aerobic and strength, and control. Body composition and physical fitness were measured at baseline, after nine months of training and after three months of detraining every year. After five years of training, body fat decreased, and fat free mass, strength, and chair test performance increased (p < .05) in all tra

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Panton, L., J. Rathmacher, J. Fuller, et al. "EFFECT OF ??-HYDROXY-??-METHYLBUTYRATE AND RESISTANCE TRAINING ON STRENGTH AND FUNCTIONAL ABILITY IN THE ELDERLY." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 30, Supplement (1998): 194. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00005768-199805001-01101.

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Cowley, Patrick M., Bo Fernhall, Tracy Baynard, et al. "Knee Extensor Strength and Aerobic Capacity Predict Functional Ambulatory Ability in Individuals with Down syndrome." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 40, Supplement (2008): S450. http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/01.mss.0000322914.23765.07.

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Liu, Tong, Bo Lv, Weixuan Zhao, et al. "Effects of Ultrahigh Temperature Pasteurization on the Liquid Components and Functional Properties of Stored Liquid Whole Eggs." BioMed Research International 2020 (January 11, 2020): 1–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/3465465.

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Ultrahigh temperature (UHT) pasteurization is often used to sterilize liquid whole eggs in egg processing enterprises in China. Although this treatment generates satisfactory sterilization effect, there are few studies on the processing characteristics and physical and chemical properties of the liquid whole eggs treated by UHT pasteurization. We compared the physical and chemical properties (i.e., foaming ability and stability, emulsification ability and stability, viscosity, thiol content, gel strength, and color) of unsterilized eggs and liquid whole eggs pasteurized with UHT over five week

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Neto, Frederico Ribeiro, Rodrigo R. Gomes Costa, Jefferson R. Dorneles, Carlos W. Gonçalves, João H. C. L. Veloso, and Rodrigo L. Carregaro. "Handgrip Strength Cutoff Points for Functional Independence and Wheelchair Ability in Men With Spinal Cord Injury." Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation 27, no. 3 (2021): 60–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.46292/sci20-00040.

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Objectives: To determine optimal handgrip strength (HGS) cutoff points for greater functional independence and wheelchair skills in men with spinal cord injury (SCI), and to establish predictive equations for functional independence and wheelchair ability in men with SCI, based on demographic characteristics, HGS, and functionality. Methods: In this cross-sectional study conducted at a rehabilitation hospital, 54 men with SCI were recruited and stratified into high and low paraplegia groups. All participants performed a maximum HGS test to determine cutoff points for the Spinal Cord Independen

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Ribeiro Neto, Frederico, Rodrigo Rodrigues Gomes Costa, Ricardo Antônio Tanhoffer, Josevan Cerqueira Leal, Martim Bottaro, and Rodrigo Luiz Carregaro. "Muscle Strength Cutoff Points for Functional Independence and Wheelchair Ability in Men With Spinal Cord Injury." Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 101, no. 6 (2020): 985–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2020.01.010.

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Tomes, Colin D., Sally Sawyer, Robin Orr, and Ben Schram. "Ability of fitness testing to predict injury risk during initial tactical training: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Injury Prevention 26, no. 1 (2019): 67–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/injuryprev-2019-043245.

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ObjectiveTactical personnel (Military, Law Enforcement, Emergency Responders) require physical fitness levels sufficient for training and occupational duty. Physical conditioning aimed at increasing fitness levels during training presents an injury risk, but unfit trainees may struggle to meet occupational performance standards, further increasing injury risk to themselvesor others. Therefore, the aim of this review was to determine if fitness, asquantified by tactical fitness tests, effectively predicts injury risk during training.MethodsLiterature databases were search and relevant articles

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Hacker, Eileen D., Eileen Collins, Tara Peters, Chang Park, Pritesh Patel, and Damiano Rondelli. "Effect Of Frailty And Exercise On Fatigue, Physical Activity, Functional Ability And Muscle Strength In Adult Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipients." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 53, no. 8S (2021): 481. http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/01.mss.0000764888.71873.d0.

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Graber, Ted G., Rosario Marota, Jill Thompson, Steve Widen, and Blake Rasmussen. "TRANSCRIPTOME ALTERATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH AGE-RELATED DECLINE IN PHYSICAL FUNCTION." Innovation in Aging 3, Supplement_1 (2019): S872. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igz038.3199.

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Abstract One inevitable consequence of the effect of age on our bodies is the graduated deterioration of physical function and exercise capacity, driven, in part by the adverse effect of age on muscle tissue. Our primary purpose was to determine the relationship between patterns of gene expression in skeletal muscle and loss of physical function. We hypothesized that some genes that change expression with age would correlate with functional decline, or conversely with preservation of function. Male C57Bl/6 mice [adults (6-7 months old, n=9), older (24-25 months old, n=9), and elderly (28+ mont

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Wahid, Mohamad Nizam Abdul, Saiful Izwan Abd Razak, Mohammed Rafiq Abdul Kadir, Rozita Hassan, Nadirul Hasraf Mat Nayan, and Khairul Anuar Mat Amin. "Influence of citric acid on the physical and biomineralization ability of freeze/thaw poly(vinyl alcohol) hydrogel." Journal of Biomaterials Applications 33, no. 1 (2018): 94–102. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0885328218771195.

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This work reports the modification of freeze/thaw poly(vinyl alcohol) hydrogel using citric acid as the bioactive molecule for hydroxyapatite formation in simulated body fluid. Inclusion of 1.3 mM citric acid into the poly(vinyl alcohol) hydrogel showed that the mechanical strength, crystalline phase, functional groups and swelling ability were still intact. Adding citric acid at higher concentrations (1.8 and 2.3 mM), however, resulted in physically poor hydrogels. Presence of 1.3 mM of citric acid showed the growth of porous hydroxyapatite crystals on the poly(vinyl alcohol) surface just aft

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Tiedemann, Anne, Catherine Sherrington, and Stephen R. Lord. "The role of exercise for fall prevention in older age." Motriz: Revista de Educação Física 19, no. 3 (2013): 541–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/s1980-65742013000300002.

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Falls are a common, costly and preventable consequence of sensorimotor impairments that increase in prevalence with advancing age. A fall occurs when the physical ability of the individual is unable to match the immediate demands of the environment and/or of the activity being undertaken. Targeted exercise aimed at improving the physical ability of the individual, such as balance and strength training, is crucial for promoting functional independence and mobility and reducing the risk of falling in older age. Exercise programs that provide a high challenge to balance, have a high dose, include

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Eid, Mohamed Ahmed Mahmoud, Sobhy M. Aly, and Shamekh M. El-Shamy. "Effect of Electromyographic Biofeedback Training on Pain, Quadriceps Muscle Strength, and Functional Ability in Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis." American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 95, no. 12 (2016): 921–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/phm.0000000000000524.

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Stratford, Paul W., Deborah M. Kennedy, and Amy V. Wainwright. "Assessing the Patient-Specific Functional Scale's Ability to Detect Early Recovery Following Total Knee Arthroplasty." Physical Therapy 94, no. 6 (2014): 838–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20130399.

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Background The Patient-Specific Functional Scale (PSFS) has received considerable attention over the last 2 decades; however, validation studies have not examined its performance in patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate the ability of the PSFS to detect change in patients post-TKA by comparing PSFS change scores with Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) and pooled impairment change scores. Methods One hundred thirty-three patients participating in a post-TKA exercise class were assessed at their initial and discharge visits. Ini

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Holsgaard-Larsen, Anders, Paolo Caserotti, Lis Puggaard, and Per Aagaard. "Stair-Ascent Performance in Elderly Women: Effect of Explosive Strength Training." Journal of Aging and Physical Activity 19, no. 2 (2011): 117–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.19.2.117.

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Explosive-type strength training may alter kinetics and neuromuscular activity during stair ascent in elderly women. This may improve functional ability. Nineteen women (69.7 ± 3.4 yr) were randomly allocated to strength training (TG; twice per wk, 12 wk) or a control group (CG). Stair ascent was assessed at self-chosen (AFV), standardized (ASV), and maximal velocity (AMV) pre- and posttraining. Ground-reaction force (GRF) and EMG quantified kinetics and neuromuscular activity. After training, TG increased AMV and AFV velocity by 8% (p= .02) and 17% (p= .007), respectively (TG vs.CG; p< .05

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Alvarez-Bustos, Alejandro, Lourdes Gutierrez Gutierrez Sanz, Beatriz Nuñez García, et al. "Cardio-respiratory fitness and functional performance in patients with a recent diagnosis of colorectal cancer." Journal of Clinical Oncology 36, no. 4_suppl (2018): 804. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jco.2018.36.4_suppl.804.

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804 Background: Physical capability describes the ability to do the physical tasks of everyday living. Oncologists usually evaluate physical capability through anamnesis generating a performance status (PS) score. Some authors have proposed the use of cardiorespiratory reserve, muscular strength and objective evaluation of physical activity to avoid the subjective, unreliable and non-reproducible condition of PS. Methods: Patients with a recent diagnosis of colorectal cancer who accepted to participate were evaluated at the hospital setting. Walking speed was evaluated through both one-mile wa

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Lebde, Nadine, Joshua Burns, Martin Mackey, Jennifer Baldwin, and Marnee McKay. "Normative reference values and physical factors associated with work ability: a cross-sectional observational study." Occupational and Environmental Medicine 77, no. 4 (2020): 231–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/oemed-2019-106248.

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ObjectivesTo establish normative reference values for work ability in healthy Australian adults using the Work Ability Score and investigate the association of physical performance factors.MethodsThe Work Ability Score was collected from 720 participants aged 18–101 years from the 1000 Norms Project. Physical performance was evaluated by assessing isometric strength of 13 muscle groups; flexibility of six joints; and 11 functional measures categorised as gross motor, fine motor and balance tasks. Correlations and multiple regression analyses were performed to identify physical performance fact

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Bleecker, Margit L. "Clinical Update: Overview of Work-Capacity Restrictions." Guides Newsletter 4, no. 6 (1999): 4–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/amaguidesnewsletters.1999.novdec02.

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Abstract Early return to work is fundamental in the treatment of occupational injuries, but the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment (AMA Guides) may require temporary or permanent work restrictions. The US Department of Labor Physical Demand Characteristics of work classifies jobs by exertional level (sedentary, light, medium, heavy, and very heavy). The Workplace Functional Ability Guidelines (WFAGs) consist of 21 categories of health impairment and emphasize what the worker can do, ie, the “functional ability.” Musculoskeletal symptoms and signs such as strength, range of mo

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Begnoche, Denise M., Lisa A. Chiarello, Robert J. Palisano, Edward J. Gracely, Sarah Westcott McCoy, and Margo N. Orlin. "Predictors of Independent Walking in Young Children With Cerebral Palsy." Physical Therapy 96, no. 2 (2016): 183–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20140315.

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BackgroundThe attainment of walking is a focus of physical therapy intervention in children with cerebral palsy (CP) and may affect their independence in mobility and participation in daily activities. However, knowledge of determinants of independent walking to guide physical therapists' decision making is lacking.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to identify child factors (postural control, reciprocal lower limb movement, functional strength, and motivation) and family factors (family support to child and support to family) that predict independent walking 1 year later in young children wit

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Protas, Elizabeth J., and Sandrine Tissier. "Strength and Speed Training for Elders with Mobility Disability." Journal of Aging and Physical Activity 17, no. 3 (2009): 257–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.17.3.257.

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The purpose of this study was to pilot test a function-focused exercise intervention consisting of strength and gait-speed training in elders with reduced walking speed, decreased walking endurance, and functional impairment. Twelve participants, 77.2 years old (± 7.34), whose usual gait speed was <0.85 m/s, with walking endurance of <305 m in 5 min, and who were functionally impaired participated in a moderate-intensity exercise intervention. The training occurred 3 times per week, 75 min per session, for 3 months and combined 4 weeks of gait-speed training, walking exercise, and functi

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Andrieieva, Olena, Olena Yarmak, Vitalii Kashuba, et al. "Efficiency of a Combined Fitness Program for Improving Physical Condition in Young Women." Teorìâ ta Metodika Fìzičnogo Vihovannâ 20, no. 4 (2020): 195–204. http://dx.doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2020.4.01.

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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a combined exercise program focused on the improvement of young women’s physical condition. Materials and methods. The study involved 62 healthy women (an average age of 29.4 years). More than 50 parameters were assessed (anthropometric indicators, physical capacity and motor abilities, functional status of the cardiorespiratory system, etc.). The structure of physical condition of the women was identified using the factor analysis. The transforming experiment lasted for 14 months. Results. The physical development indicators had t

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Ishii, Yoshinori, Hideo Noguchi, Junko Sato, Hana Ishii, Ryo Ishii, and Shin-ichi Toyabe. "Reference Values and Correlations for Multiple Physical Performance Measures: A Cross-Sectional Study among Independently Mobile Older Men in Japan." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 7 (2020): 2305. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17072305.

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Purpose: Japan is one of few countries with a male life expectancy over 80 years. The gap between the healthy life span and the total life expectancy is large, highlighting the importance of maintaining physical performance. The present study aims to establish reference values for multiple physical performance measures among high-functioning oldest-old Japanese men and to investigate the correlations among these measurements to understand how these variables are related. Methods: This study was conducted with 120 Japanese males aged 80 years or older who were able to walk independently. Seven

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Masciocchi, E., Mathieu Maltais, K. El Haddad, et al. "Defining Vitality Using Physical and Mental Well-Being Measures in Nursing Homes: A Prospective Study." Journal of nutrition, health & aging 24, no. 1 (2019): 37–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12603-019-1285-8.

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Abstract Objectives To propose an objective definition of vitality and to evaluate its predictive value regarding the evolution of functional ability, as well as the risk of hospitalization and mortality in very old NH residents. Design Observational study. Settings Nursing homes. Participants 541 participants. Measurements We operationalized tree definitions of vitality (binary variables discriminating vital from non-vital individuals): Mental vitality, assessed using three items of the geriatric depression scale; Physical vitality measured through hand grip strength test; and combined vitali

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Weathers, K. R., A. M. Swank, M. P. Durham, S. Bradley, K. J. Adams, and R. L. Kipp. "EFFECTS OF A LOW INTENSITY WEIGHT TRAINING PROGRAM ON MUSCULAR STRENGTH AND FUNCTIONAL ABILITY IN THE HEALTHY ELDERLY." Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 33, no. 5 (2001): S324. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00005768-200105001-01817.

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Westerdahl, Elisabeth, Martin Gunnarsson, Anna Wittrin, and Ylva Nilsagård. "Pulmonary Function and Respiratory Muscle Strength in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis." Multiple Sclerosis International 2021 (June 14, 2021): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/5532776.

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Background. In patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), there is a decline in muscle strength and physical capacity due to demyelination and axonal loss in the central nervous system. In patients with advanced MS or in a later stage of the disease, also respiratory impairment may occur. The degree of pulmonary dysfunction in the earlier stages of MS has not been thoroughly described. Therefore, the primary aims of this study are to describe pulmonary function and respiratory muscle strength in patients with a moderate disease course and to identify associations between respiratory muscle strengt

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Taekema, Diana G., Carolina H. Y. Ling, Gerard Jan Blauw, et al. "Circulating levels of IGF1 are associated with muscle strength in middle-aged- and oldest-old women." European Journal of Endocrinology 164, no. 2 (2011): 189–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.1530/eje-10-0703.

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ObjectiveIn aging populations, poor handgrip strength has been associated with physical disability and mortality. IGF1 is an important mediator of muscle growth and regeneration affecting muscle function. We studied the relationship between circulating levels of IGF1, its binding protein 3 (IGFBP3), and handgrip strength and physical performance in middle-aged- and oldest-old subjects.DesignCross-sectional analysis in two different cohorts composed of middle-aged- (n=672, mean 63.9±6.7 years) and oldest-old subjects (n=272, all 89 years).MethodsHandgrip strength, functional performance and abi

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Li, R. C., N. Maffulli, Y. C. Hsu, and K. M. Chan. "Isokinetic strength of the quadriceps and hamstrings and functional ability of anterior cruciate deficient knees in recreational athletes." British Journal of Sports Medicine 30, no. 2 (1996): 161–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.30.2.161.

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Dawson, Nicole T., and Ashleigh Trapuzzano. "THE INTERPLAY OF FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE AND COGNITION ON WALKING SPEED RESERVE." Innovation in Aging 3, Supplement_1 (2019): S170. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igz038.606.

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Abstract Domains of functional performance (strength, balance) and cognition (executive function, processing speed) have been shown to independently predict both comfortable and gait speed. Walking speed reserve (WSR) reflects an individual’s ability to increase their walking speed when needed to adjust to environmental demands. Increasing speed requires a higher demand of neuromuscular control and cognitive resources. Few studies have investigated WSR; however, poorer cognitive status has been shown to be associated with a smaller WSR. Understanding mechanisms in WSR could help with intervent

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Nordon-Craft, Amy, Margaret Schenkman, Lara Edbrooke, Daniel J. Malone, Marc Moss, and Linda Denehy. "The Physical Function Intensive Care Test: Implementation in Survivors of Critical Illness." Physical Therapy 94, no. 10 (2014): 1499–507. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20130451.

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Background Recent studies have demonstrated safety, feasibility, and decreased hospital length of stay for patients with weakness acquired in the intensive care unit (ICU) who receive early physical rehabilitation. The scored Physical Function in Intensive Care Test (PFIT-s) was specifically designed for this population and demonstrated excellent psychometrics in an Australian ICU population. Objective The purpose of this study was to determine the responsiveness and predictive capabilities of the PFIT-s in patients in the United States admitted to the ICU who required mechanical ventilation (

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