bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
194 Evaluating the Acute Physiological Response of People Living with Dementia and Care Partners to a Ceili Dance Exercise Class
Authors: Kelly Niamh , Skelly Fiona , Dowd Kieran , O’Neill Desmond , McCaffery Noel , McDermott Clare 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Exercise prescription is designed using the FITT principle, this includes Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type 1. WHO recommends adults engage in 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week 2. It is difficult to verify the best methodology for reliable and validated results in exercise intensity 3. Exercise programs often do not know the intensity level of the delivered exercise. Research is further limited for people living with dementia (PLWD) and care partners 4. Determining exercise intensity is essential for understanding the most beneficial exercise for PLWD and care partners 4.
Participants (N = 15) attending a Ceili dance exercise class were recruited to take part in this study. Three variables to measure intensity were recorded for each participant during the class. Heart rate (HR) using a polar H10 monitor, rate of perceived exertion (RPE) using the modified Borg CR-10 scale and physical activity intensity using an ActivPAL monitor. Resting HR was recorded, on commencement of the class HR was documented every 5 minutes and a further 15 minutes after class. RPE was recorded after each section of the class. The ActivPAL recorded 15 second epochs throughout the class. All measures were analysed. HR and ActivPAL data were computed to determine intensity for each participant. The Karvonen formula was used to calculate HR intensity. SPSS version 25 will be used to statistically analyse the data.
There are currently preliminary results available for this study. These results are based on 3 participants. The average resting HR was 86bpm. The average HR for the warmup was 117bpm, dance section was 116bpm, strength section was 108bpm and cool down was 97bpm. Moderate intensity based on HR was found to be between 113 - 125bpm for this group. The average RPE for the class was 3. The ActivPAL data has yet to be analysed.
The results show the participants are working at moderate intensity during the main phase of the class. This confirms that dance exercise is an effective approach for PLWD to exercise at a moderate intensity.
This study is funded by the President’s Doctoral Scholarship Award from the Technological University of the Shannon.
13 Evaluation of Project „Polygon For Physical Activity of School-Aged Children “for Strengthening Physical Education in Primary Schools without Sport Halls
Authors: Krtalić Slaven , Milanovic Sanja Music 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
In school year 2014/2015, 120 out of 860 central primary schools failed to meet the minimum technical, material and spatial requirements (no access to a sport hall) and, could not carry out the full-time compulsory Physical Education class. To ensure equal opportunities for all pupils to regularly attend Physical Education and help teachers teach to lower grades, the Croatian Institute of Public Health has designed a Set of kinesiological aids and implemented the project “Polygon for the Physical Activity of School-Aged Children”.

Methods
The evaluation of the project was implemented by method of questionnaire. Data were collected in three online questionnaires (Evaluation of the “Polygon” questionnaire 1 (Q1), Evaluation of the “Polygon” questionnaire 2 (Q2), Evaluation of the “Polygon” questionnaire 3 (Q3)) in 120 schools lacking a sport hall. The questionnaires targeted all members of school teams included in the project (two class teachers and one kinesiologist), making up 360 teachers. Online questionnaires were distributed by e-mail to members of school teams for completion, with instructions how to log in, fill it out, and in what deadline. Questions offered multiple answers to choose one or more from, and provided space for additional replies. Respondent teachers voluntarily, completed Q1 at the beginning of second semester, and Q2 and Q3 at the end of the second semester of school year 2015/2016. Response rate for Q1 was 310, for Q2, 178, and for Q3, 121 of overall 360 teachers.

Results
Project evaluation has shown improved conditions and increased pupil interest in Physical Education. A statistically significant difference (χ2=65.30, df = 4, p &lt; 0.001) was noted in teachers perception concerning the suitability of equipment for the youngest pupils before and after the project. The Set was regularly used by 85.59% teachers, whereof 82.88% believed that the pupils loved it. Most teachers believe that this project could help advance the quality of the Physical Education class, and would recommend this Set.

Conclusion
This project presents a positive innovation for the teaching process and a strong potential for lessening the spatial-material problems many schools are experiencing.

Funding
The Croatian Ministry of Health funded the Sets of kinesiological aids.
191 Fostering Self-Sufficiency Among Elderly Life: Perspective of Functional Ability to Achieve Healthy Aging
Authors: Singh Suditi , Pandey Atul Kumar 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Elderly life refers to the post-older adult (45-59 years) phase, when individuals reach 60 years old. The Basic Activities of Daily Living (BADL) such as feeding, dressing, bathing, grooming etc. is a fundamental component to assess the healthy ageing among elderly in India. These activities associated with caregivers, nursing homes and healthcare services (Arokiasamy et al., 2021). The circumstance is compounded by additional social inequalities, including caste and class, which intersect and lead to the emergence of many kinds of marginalization encountered by the elderly population (Bloom et al., 2021). The purpose of this study is to assess the major functional ability issues among elderly to in terms of BADL/IADLs, considering socioeconomic inequalities.

Methods
Research uses Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) 2017-19 having 31464 sample from age 60 years and above. The bivariate and multivariate regression methods help to examine the variations among population.

Results
In Indian context, at least one BADL was performed by 26.4% of females and 20.9% of males. Furthermore, it was found that males (33.9%) and females (56.7%) necessitated support with a minimum of one Instrumental Activity of Daily Living (IADL). Approximately 25.7% of females and 23.8% of males required assistance with both BADLs and IADLs. IADL had an odds ratio of 1.69 (95% CI: 1.60-1.78, p &lt; 0.001), whereas BADL dependence had an odds ratio of 1.35 (95% CI: 1.27-1.44, p &lt; 0.001). In terms of IADLs, the most prevalent limitation identified was the inability to navigate unfamiliar environments; this occurred at rates of 19.3% for males and 39.1% for females. Comparing those in the highest income quintile to those in the lowest income quintile, the likelihood of requiring assistance with at least one ADL was 0.89 (95% CI: 0.82-0.98, p &lt; 0.05).

Conclusion
Socio-economic factors play a vital role in determining the dependence for BADL and IADL among elderly. In Indian context elderly and long-term care help to enhance the impact of universal health coverage under various age and healthcare preference cohort.

Support/Funding Source
This study does not have any funding support or source from the institution or outside.
167 Holistic wellbeing in older persons with a chronic lung disease: The communication about sexuality (COSY) randomized controlled trial (RCT)
Authors: Frei Anja , Lana Kaba Dalla , Radtke Thomas , Braun Julia , Puhan Milo , Steurer-Stey Claudia 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Experiencing a fulfilling sexuality is important for human wellbeing. However, problems with sexuality are common in older and chronically ill people like persons with COPD, and the topic is rarely addressed by health care professionals (HCP). The aim of this RCT was to evaluate acceptability and effectiveness of the COmmunication about SexualitY (COSY) intervention on health outcomes and physical activity in people with COPD (NCT05696730).

Methods
Persons with COPD recruited from general population and primary care setting were randomized into intervention (IG; 1 face-to-face and 2 phone counselling sessions by trained HCP, 6 communication instruments) or control group (CG; usual care). Primary outcome was change in quality of life (CASP-12) from baseline to 3 months follow-up, secondary outcomes change in physical activity (accelerometer, ActiGraph), functional exercise capacity, and COPD specific health outcomes. Acceptability of the IG participants was assessed by interviews at the end of the study.

Results
36 persons were randomized (17 IG, 19 CG), 44.4% (n = 16) females, mean (SD) age 71.1 (6.9) years. They conducted on average 6074 (4043) step per day and 39 (35) minutes in moderate/vigorous physical activity. 27 participants (13 IG) already completed 3-months follow-up (assessments still running, effectiveness results expected by end of April 2024). So far, 54% of the interviewed IG participants stated that they were very happy and 46% that they were happy with the intervention (5-point Likert scale, 1=very happy to 5=not happy at all). They reported that the COSY instruments helped them to discover and discuss needs, goals, and barriers for sexual wellbeing, to support motivation to conduct individually defined actions for communication about their needs and for healthy behaviours.

Conclusions
Preliminary results showed that communication about sexual wellbeing was well accepted by these older, chronically ill persons. Successful implementation requires not only a competent, but also an open and respectful HCP. Effectiveness results regarding health outcomes and physical activity are not available yet but will be presented at the conference.

Funding
The project was funded by the foundation LUNGE ZURICH (main funding source) and AstraZeneca and OM Pharma (additional funding sources).
152 The Role of Physical Activity and Strength Training on the Mental Health Outcomes of University Students Across the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Noonan Aoife , Kennedy Sarah , Norton Catherine , Tierney Audrey , Ng Kwok , Woods Catherine 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
The COVID-19 pandemic heightened mental health challenges experienced by university students. While benefits of regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and strength training physical activity (STPA) on mental health are well documented, confinements related to the pandemic restricted opportunities to engage. This paper aims to investigate associations between MVPA and STPA on the mental health and happiness of university students, prior to (2019), during (2020 & 2021) and post COVID-19 pandemic-related confinements (2022).

Methods
Data from an annual repeated cross-sectional survey over 4 years (2019-2022) were analyzed. Measures included MVPA (IPAQ-SF), STPA (item from CSSPA+YA), mental health (MHI-5: dichotomized as good vs poor), happiness (single item scored from 1-10 from SAPAS) and demographic items. All measures were previously validated in the context of university students. After post-stratification weighting, independent samples t-tests and chi-square tests were conducted using IBM SPSS 29. Associations between mental health outcomes of individuals meeting weekly MVPA (150 minutes) and STPA (≥ 2 sessions) guidelines were compared to non-compliers.

Results
Final participants (N = 3221) had a mean age of 21.7 (SD = 6.45) with 50.5% identifying as female. Pre-pandemic (2019), 63.4% met MVPA guidelines, compared to 50.3% (2020), 65.9% (2021) and 48.2% (2022) in subsequent years. Meeting STPA did not change from 2019 - 2021 (55% - 56%) but increased to 62% post-confinements (2022). Both happiness and mental health were statistically significantly higher pre-pandemic compared with during and post-pandemic (p-values &lt; 0.05). Positive associations were found in all four years between meeting STPA guidelines and both mental health (p &lt; 0.05) and happiness (p &lt; 0.05). No associations were observed between meeting MVPA guidelines and mental health any year. Nonetheless, in 2021, meeting MVPA guidelines was associated with higher happiness scores (p = .020, g = .230). Contrary in 2022, a negative association was observed (p = 0.04, g = .119).

Conclusion
STPA engagement prior to, during, and post pandemic restrictions was associated with better mental health outcomes, although associations with MVPA were inconclusive. While future research is needed, findings may be of interest to researchers and health professionals.

Funding source
Healthy UL, University of Limerick.
146 The vAdBeCeDa® program improves postural stability in non-visual older adults living in the community
Authors: Tomazin Katja , Zupan Zala , Knific Tjasa , Dolenc Maja 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
The vAdBeCeDa® program is a novel multicomponent exercise program for the prevention of falls and frailty in community-dwelling older adults by improving strength, stability, balance, flexibility and walking speed through targeted exercises. The aim of the study was to investigate how vAdBeCeDa® affects postural performance under non-visual conditions.

Methods
Forty-three community-dwelling older adults were recruited (age: 72.3±5.3 years, height: 166.1±12.5; mass: 75.9±15.0 cm). The Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) was used to assess postural performance under non-visual conditions. The BESS was performed in three stances (two-legged, tandem and one-legged) and under two conditions (firm and foam) without vison. In each posture, the observers counted the errors in deviations from the correct posture. Postural control under visual conditions was assessed with a one-legged stance on firm ground. All measurements were taken at the beginning of the study, 8 weeks later (control condition) and 16 weeks later (after 8 weeks of the vAdBeCeDa® program). The vAdBeCeDa® program was performed twice a week, with each session lasting 60 minutes. The exercises were designed to train strength, flexibility, aerobic fitness, balance and coordination (all exercises were designed in 4 levels so that the right intensity was achieved for all participants).

Results
The preliminary results show that the vAdBeCeDa® program is a promising tool to improve postural performance under visual and non-visual conditions.

Discussion
Vision impairments are commonly observed in older adults; therefore, the vAdBeCeDa® program appears to efficiently improve postural stability when older adults need to redistribute sensory information required for postural control from visual to somatosensory and/or vestibular cues.

Support/Funding Source
The project is funded by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Slovenia and the European Union – NextGenerationEU. The project is implemented in accordance with the plan under the development area: Health and Social Security, Component 1: Health (C4 K1), Investment: Strengthening the competences of health care staff to ensure quality of care, Project: Integration of Geriatric Care for the Elderly.
108 Why do we run? Motivation profiles and training characterstics in the Garmin-RUNSAFE Running Health Study
Authors: Skejø Sebastian , Blacket Chloe T , Nielsen Rasmus Østergaard , Fuller Joel T , Bennett Hunter , Crozier Alyson J , Arnold John B 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
To identify differences in training between runners with different motivation profiles.

Methods
We invited runners enrolled in the Garmin-RUNSAFE Running Health Study to answer the Behavioural Regulations in Exercise Questionnaire, version 3 (BREQ-3) – a 24-item, six subscale questionnaire assessing motivation.
For each runner, we computed the mean weekly number of running sessions (Mfreq), the mean weekly running distance (Mkmwk), the mean weekly running duration (Mdurwk) and the average pace (Mminkm) in the four weeks preceding BREQ-3 completion.
We identified motivation profiles using latent profile analysis on the BREQ-3 subscale scores and compared profiles’ training using Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn’s test with Bonferroni correction with statistical significance set at p &lt; 0.05.

Results
2278 runners completed the BREQ-3. We identified four motivation profiles: ‘balanced engagers’ (n = 620, Mfreq = 2.6, Mkmwk = 23.6 km, Mdurwk = 2.3 hours, Mminkm = 6.15 min/km) with moderate-to-high levels of autonomous motivation; ‘autonomy achievers’ (n = 1379, Mfreq = 3.4, Mkmwk = 31.3 km, Mdurwk = 3.1 hours, Mminkm = 6.10 min/km) with high levels of autonomous motivation; ‘reluctant runners’ (n = 117, Mfreq = 1.9, Mkmwk = 13.2 km, Mdurwk = 1.4 hours, Mminkm = 6.46 min/km) with low levels of autonomous motivation; and ‘controlled engagers’ (n = 162, Mfreq = 2.9, Mkmwk = 24.5 km, Mdurwk = 2.5 hours, Mminkm = 6.38 min/km) with high amotivation and extrisinc motivation, but also high autonomous motivation.
‘Autonomy achievers’ had higher Mfreq, Mkmwk, Mdurwk and Mminkm compared to all other profiles (p &lt; 0.001), while ‘reluctant runners’ had lower Mfreq, Mkmwk and Mdurwk than all other profiles (p &lt; 0.001).

Conclusions
Running is one of the most popular forms of physical activity. Our findings show that runners have different motivation profiles which are associated with distinct training patterns. Therefore, it may be important to consider runners’ motivational orientation when designing policies and interventions aimed at enhancing physical activity through running.

Support
The study is supported by unconditional grants from Aarhus University Research Foundation (grant number: AUFF-E-2015-FLS-9-9) and the Danish Rheumatism Association (grant number: R160-A5157).
S01-3: Developing a new physical activity outcomes framework for Scotland
Authors: Taylor Niall , Love Jennifer 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
To share learning from the development of a new physical activity outcomes framework as part of the application of a systems-based approach to physical activity policy in Scotland.

Development
The Active Scotland Outcomes Framework first published in 2014 focused on six high level outcomes against which national progress was monitored.
The Public Health Scotland (PHS) systems-based approach to physical activity (PA) proposed the adoption of eight thematic delivery outcomes, prompting the revision of the Active Scotland Outcomes Framework and associated indicators.
This coincided with the development of a Population Health Plan for Scotland and the need to identify a PA target to sit alongside other health improvement targets. Application of the WHO target to reduce the relative global prevalence of physical inactivity in adults and adolescents by 15% by 2030 was identified as the logical target to follow, but to do so it would need to be defined and quantified in a Scottish context.

Implementation and dissemination
Subsequently the revised Active Scotland Outcomes Framework now states a long-term vision underpinned by eight delivery outcomes mapped against associated indicators and aligned to the WHO target to reduce the relative global prevalence of physical inactivity in adults and adolescents by 15% by 2030.
WHO guidance indicates 2016 as the baseline year for this target. In that year 36% of adults and 39% of children in Scotland were classed as inactive (not meeting the recommended levels of MVPA). Therefore, by 2030 a relative reduction in inactivity in Scotland would equate to 30% of adults and 33% of children.

Evaluation
The revised outcomes framework associated indicators and target are used to evaluate the new Physical Activity for Health strategy. Data are largely derived from two annual national surveillance surveys: The Scottish Health Survey and the Scottish Household Survey.

Conclusions and practical implications
Adoption of a systems-based approach derived from international evidence and best practice, translated into a Scottish context provides a robust framework through which a new strategy, outcomes framework and target for Scotland were developed.
S01-4: Implementing the systems-based approach to physical activity in Scottish Local Authorities
Authors: McAuley Dawn 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
To share learning from the application of a pragmatic, evidence-driven, systems-based approach to physical activity policy in Scotland at a national and local level from a sportscotland (national agency for sport) perspective.

Development
sportscotland invests in and work with all 32 local authorities and leisure trusts to deliver shared local and national outcomes and priorities for sport and physical activity.
Working in partnership, sportscotland and Public Health Scotland are supporting local government partners apply the systems-based approach used nationally, to guide the development of local and regional evidence-based physical activity strategies and action plans.

Implementation and dissemination
Local government in Scotland is made up of 32 local authorities which vary in size, demographics, and population. We are implementing the approach across a range of settings including Island, rural, city, and mixed urban/rural.
Collectively we provide leadership and support to enable local partners at a local level to adopt a systems-based approach to physical activity to shape the local strategic direction of physical activity and sport.
We provide support, guidance, and resources to local governance groups to help design and shape the local approach and co-facilitate workshops to engage key stakeholders from health, social care and, local government departments including sport and leisure, education, planning, place and transport.

Evaluation
Each local strategy and associated action plans identify local outcomes, outputs and indicators and local governance groups oversee implementation. Accountability and reporting arrangements vary and are aligned to local structures which include Community Planning Partnership.s, Health Boards and/or Council Committees.

Conclusions and practical implications
Local implementation of the systems-based approach is critical to ensuring we reduce physical inactivity across Scotland.
Successful application of the approach is dependent on local leadership, capacity, and commitment.
Partners provide staff time within existing resources. Financial resources are limited across local government and health, the approach aims to maximise use of existing capital, revenue and human resource.