| A systematic review of complementary therapies in colorectal cancer patients: Summarizing the current global options |
Miftahussurur, M., Camilia, M. A. S., Rezkhita, Y. A. A., Amie, V., Dalla, D., Diah, P., ... & Yamaoka, Y. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review evaluating the effect of complementary therapy, including aromatherapy massage, acupuncture, and mindfulness, on health outcomes and quality of life among colorectal cancer patients. |
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Favorable |
The review found multiple beneficial health effects of complementary therapies that may improve quality of life among cancer patients. For example, acupuncture significantly improves anxiety, stress, and sleep quality, and Chinese herbal medicine was associated with lower tumor recurrence and metastatic tumor rate. |
Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology |
Google Scholar |
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10.52711/0974-360X.2023.00252 |
https://www.indianjournals.com/ijor.aspx?target=ijor:rjpt&volume=16&issue=3&article=088 |
| The music therapy effect on lowering blood pressure in elderly with hypertension: A systematic review |
Winarto, A., Kusnanto, K., & Harmayetty, H. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at literature on the impact of music therapy on blood pressure. The target population included elderly individuals with hypertension. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review found 12 eligible studies demonstrating a positive impact on lowering blood pressure from a music therapy intervention. |
STRADA Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.30994/sjik.v10i1.768 |
https://www.sjik.org/index.php/sjik/article/view/768 |
| A systematic review of complementary therapy for treating osteoarthritis |
Purnamasari, I., Suharyono, S., Wibowo, S. A., & Soamole, I. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked for literature on the impact on complementary therapies on Osteoarthritis. The complementary therapies included were flaxseed poultice compress, acupressure, acupuncture therapy, cumin black oil compress, aromatherapy massage, ginger oil massage, lavender oil massage, sensorimotor exercise, application of heat, exercises with elastic bands, ultrasound therapy, geotherapy combination kinesiotherapy, phonophoresis therapy, and stimulation of compression. |
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Favorable |
The review found studies that demonstrated the complementary therapy interventions could improve total index WOMAC and Lequesne, VAS and increase in the physical function in the target population. |
Jurnal Ners |
Google Scholar |
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http://dx.doi.org/10.20473/jn.v15i2.19025 |
https://e-journal.unair.ac.id/JNERS/article/download/19025/10359 |
| The effectiveness of aromatherapy in the management of labor pain and anxiety: A systematic review |
Tabatabaeichehr, M., & Mortazavi, H. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked for literature on the impact of aromatherapy on labor pain and anxiety. |
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Favorable |
The review identified 33 studies that demonstrated positive impact on reducing labor pain and anxiety. |
Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences |
Google Scholar |
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10.4314/ejhs.v30i3.16 |
https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ejhs/article/view/195867 |
| Use of complementary therapy in lung cancer patients treated with chemotherapy and its effect on survival: A cross-sectional study |
Çavdar, E., Karaboyun, K., İriağaç, Y., Avcı, O., & Seber, E. S. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the use, information sharing between physician and patients, and effect on survival of complementary therapies used by lung cancer patients. |
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Cancer |
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Neutral |
The study found that 60.7% of patients used at least one type of complementary therapy, but physician-patient information sharing was weak and there was not impact on survival. |
Haseki Tip Bulteni |
Google Scholar |
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https://acikerisim.nku.edu.tr/xmlui/handle/20.500.11776/12167 |
| Effects of five-element music on language recovery in patients with poststroke aphasia: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Yang, Y., Fang, Y. Y., Gao, J., & Geng, G. L. |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked for literature on the impact of five-element music on language treatment for patients with poststroke aphasia (PSA). |
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Favorable |
The review identified 6 studies that demonstrated the five-element music intervention had significant effect on increasing language scores compared to western music therapy or the control group. |
The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2018.0479 |
https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acm.2018.0479 |
| Aromatherapy for managing menopausal symptoms: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials |
Lee, H. W., Ang, L., Choi, J., & Lee, M. S. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked for literature on the impact of aromatherapy on menopausal symptom management. |
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Favorable |
The review identified 7 studies that demonstrated improved menopausal symptoms and sexual desire from aromatherapy. |
The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2020.0315 |
https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acm.2020.0315 |
| The effects of mind-body exercise on cognitive performance in elderly: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Zhang Y, Li C, Zou L, Liu X, Song W. |
2018 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found studies looking at mind-body exercise interventions and their impact on cognitive decline. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review found 19 eligible studies that demonstrated mind-body exercise had significant positive impact on cognitive performance, global cognition, executive function, learning and memory, and language. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
30544873 |
10.3390/ijerph15122791 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30544873/ |
| A pilot feasibility randomized controlled trial on combining mind-body physical exercise, cognitive training, and nurse-led risk factor modification to reduce cognitive decline among older adults with mild cognitive impairment in primary care |
Xu Z, Zhang D, Lee ATC, Sit RWS, Wong C, Lee EKP, Yip BHK, Tiu JYS, Lam LCW, Wong SYS. |
2020 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the feasibility of a combined intervention of min-body physical exercise, cognitive training, and nurse-led risk factor modification. The aim was to determine the effect on cognitive decline in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. |
Yes |
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Dementia |
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Favorable |
The study found the interventions were feasible and showed preliminary results that were beneficial |
PeerJ |
PubMed |
33194354 |
10.7717/peerj.9845 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33194354/ |
| Effects of mind-body interventions involving meditative movements on quality of life, depressive symptoms, fear of falling and sleep quality in older adults: A systematic review with meta-analysis |
Weber M, Schnorr T, Morat M, Morat T, Donath L. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on mind-body interventions to determine the impact on quality of life, depressive symptoms, fear of falling, and sleep quality. |
Yes |
Yes (59+) |
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Favorable |
The review found 37 eligible studies that demonstrated the intervention had significant impact on all outcomes compared to the control groups. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
32916879 |
10.3390/ijerph17186556 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32916879/ |
| Mindfulness-based stress reduction for older adults with worry symptoms and co-occurring cognitive dysfunction |
Lenze EJ, Hickman S, Hershey T, Wendleton L, Ly K, Dixon D, Doré P, Wetherell JL. |
2014 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) intervention that included a 8-session group and 12-session group. The study looked at individuals 65+ with significant anxiety-related distress and cognitive dysfunction. |
Yes |
No |
Mental Health |
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Favorable |
The study found that the intervention led to improvements in worry severity, mindfulness, and memory. There was not a significant difference between the 8 week and 12 week groups. |
Int J Geriatr Psychiatry |
PubMed |
24677282 |
10.1002/gps.4086 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24677282/ |
| Mindfulness training and systemic low-grade inflammation in stressed community adults: Evidence from two randomized controlled trials |
Villalba DK, Lindsay EK, Marsland AL, Greco CM, Young S, Brown KW, Smyth JM, Walsh CP, Gray K, Chin B, Creswell JD. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a mindfulness training intervention in two rats. The first had a 2-week smartphone-based intervention and the second had an 8-weed mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) intervention. Both studies assigned participants to a monitor and accept group, monitor only group, or control group to understand the impact on inflammation in older adults. |
Yes |
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Mental Health |
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Neutral |
The study found the monitor and accept group did not have significant reduction in C-reactive protein (CRP) that was an inflammatory biomarker. They did find that both programs might reduce CRP. |
PLoS One |
PubMed |
31295270 |
10.1371/journal.pone.0219120 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31295270/ |
| The effect of moving meditation exercise on depression and sleep quality of the elderly: A randomized controlled study |
Kerkez M, Erci B. |
2024 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a move meditation exercise on adults 65+ to under to understand the impact on depression level and sleep quality. |
Yes |
No |
Mental Health |
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Favorable |
The study found the intervention led to decreased depression and improved quality of sleep. |
Holist Nurs Pract |
PubMed |
37966990 |
10.1097/HNP.0000000000000627 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37966990/ |
| Case report: Outcomes of Feldenkrais movements on self-reported cognitive decline in older adults |
Ullmann G. |
2016 |
Case Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of the Feldenkrais method awareness through movement (ATM) intervention on cognitive decline in other adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
There were two participants in the study and both improved the Trail Making Test A and B after the intervention. |
Adv Mind Body Med |
PubMed |
27250213 |
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27250213/ |
| Complementary therapy for people with cancer; The patient's perspective |
Charlesworth, E., Hughes, J., Plant, H., & Carballo, L. |
2018 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study evaluating the effect of four complementary therapy outpatient services including aromatherapy, massage, reflexology, and Reiki on a range of health outcomes among cancer patients. |
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Cancer |
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Favorable |
Patients reported significant improvements after receiving four sessions of complementary therapies; the greatest improvements were seen in relaxation, sleep problems, and pains/aches. |
European Journal of Integrative Medicine |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eujim.2017.10.009 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876382017302123 |
| The efficacy of complementary therapy for patients receiving palliative cancer care |
Cedar, S. H., White, M., & Atwal, A. |
2018 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study evaluating the effect of six complementary therapy outpatient services on patient wellbeing among patients in palliative cancer care. |
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Cancer |
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Favorable |
Patients reported significant improvements after receiving a series of six complementary therapies, reporting improved feelings of wellbeing on a standardized scale. |
International Journal of Palliative Nursing |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.12968/ijpn.2018.24.3.146 |
https://www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.12968/ijpn.2018.24.3.146 |
| Effect of complementary therapy on hypertension patients: Systematic review |
Asnaniar, W. O. S., Alam, R. I., & Amir, H. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Review evaluating the effect of various complementary therapies on health outcomes among patients with hypertension. |
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Cardiovascular Disorders |
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Favorable |
Study found that the most effective use of therapy was herbal therapy among the elderly, reporting its accessibility and affordability as facilitators to use. However, successfully managing hypertension also requires conventional therapy, exercise, and other methods. |
Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.30994/sjik.v10i2.855 |
https://sjik.org/index.php/sjik/article/view/855 |
| Effect of complementary therapies in patients following cardiac surgery: A narrative review |
Chandrababu, R., Nayak, B. S., Pai, V. B., Patil, N. T., George, A., George, L. S., & Devi, E. S. |
6f6i |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Narrative review evaluating the effect of various complementary therapies on postoperative health outcomes among patients undergoing cardiac surgery. |
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Cardiovascular Disorders |
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Neutral |
Most studies analyzed reported positive results noting postoperative health improvements in patients after receiving complementary therapies. However, some studies found no evidence of improvement. |
Holistic Nursing Practice |
Google Scholar |
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10.1097/HNP.0000000000000226 |
https://journals.lww.com/hnpjournal/fulltext/2017/09000/effect_of_complementary_therapies_in_patients.6.aspx |
| Effects of inhaled ginger aromatherapy on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting and health-related quality of life in women with breast cancer |
Lua, P. L., Salihah, N., & Mazlan, N. |
2015 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Randomized controlled trial evaluating the effect of inhaled ginger aromatherapy on nausea, vomiting, and health-related quality of life among breast cancer patients in chemotherapy. |
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Cancer |
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Neutral |
Nausea decreased significantly after ginger essential oil inhalation compared to the control group, but effect was not sustained for overall treatment effect. Intervention also had no effect on vomiting. However, global health status significantly changed after ginger inhalation, as well as appetite loss. |
Complementary Therapies in Medicine |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2015.03.009 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965229915000540 |
| The effect of music therapy on anxiety and pain in patients undergoing prostate biopsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
He, H., Li, Z., Zhao, X., & Chen, X. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review assessing studies on the effect of music therapy on pain, anxiety, and physiologic parameters among patients undergoing prostate biopsy. |
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Neutral |
Music therapy only slightly reduced heart rate, but not blood pressure and respiratory rate after biopsy. There is little evidence to suggest that music therapy during prostate biopsy reduces pain and anxiety. |
Complementary Therapies in Medicine |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2022.102913 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965229922001169 |
| Complementary approaches to decreasing discomfort during shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) |
Ngee-Ming, G., Tamsin, D., Rai, B. P., & Somani, B. K. |
2014 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review evaluating studies on the effect of complementary therapies including acupuncture, auricular acupressure, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, and music during shock wave lithotripsy among patients with renal stones. |
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Neutral |
Complementary therapy music and acupuncture significantly lowered anxiety. However, there was no reported difference in stone-free rates among patients with the use of complementary therapy. |
Urolithiasis |
Google Scholar |
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https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00240-014-0655-2 |
| Clinical outcomes in hypertensive or diabetes patients who concomitantly use complementary medicines in Lagos, Nigeria |
Olayemi, S. O., Nwaiwu, O., Fasanmade, O., Aro, A. O., & Ibrahim, A. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Observational study evaluating the effect of various complementary therapies on clinical outcomes among hypertensive or diabetic patients. |
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Cardiovascular Disorders |
Diabetes |
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Neutral |
Use of complementary medicine was associated with reduced blood pressure. Complementary medicines were found to have positive effects on health in hypertensive patients but not diabetic patients, though results were not statistically significant. |
East African Medical Journal |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.ajol.info/index.php/eamj/article/view/118813 |
| Effect of music on outpatient urological procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis from the European Association of Urology Section of Uro-Technology |
Kyriakides, R., Jones, P., Geraghty, R., Skolarikos, A., Liatsikos, E., Traxer, O., ... & Somani, B. K. |
2018 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the effect of music therapy on outcomes of outpatient urological procedures. |
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Favorable |
Music therapy decreased anxiety and pain among patients in surgery, and increased procedural satisfaction and patient willingness to undergo the procedure again. |
The Journal of Urology |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.juro.2017.11.117 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S002253471778038X |
| Effect of music therapy on anxiety levels among infertile women undergoing IVF procedures: A randomized control trial |
Vaithianathan, H., Chelladurai, R., Gopinath, P. M., Venkatesh, D., Jagadeesan, V. S., & Chokkalingam, P. V. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the effect of music therapy on anxiety and pregnancy rates among infertile women undergoing to perform assisted reproductive technologies. |
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Favorable |
Music therapy significantly reduced anxiety and pain, and improved satisfaction. Music also was associated with a statistically insignificant increase in the pregnancy rate among the population. |
Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynaecology |
Google Scholar |
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10.1080/0167482X.2021.1977277 |
https://www.fertstert.org/article/S0015-0282(21)01566-1/abstract |
| Effect of spiritist “passe” on preoperative anxiety of surgical patients |
Carneiro, É. M., Tosta, A. D. M., Antonelli, I. B. S., Soares, V. M., Oliveira, L. F. A., Borges, R. M. C., ... & Borges, M. D. F. |
2020 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Randomized controlled trial evaluating the effect of spiritist "passes", laying on of hand with the intention of healing, on preoperative anxiety among hospitalized patients. |
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Favorable |
"Passe" intervention group reported greater improvements in preoperative anxiety, muscle tension, and wellbeing compared to the control group. |
Journal of Religion and Health |
Google Scholar |
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https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10943-019-00841-7 |
| The impact of complementary and alternative medicines on cancer symptoms, treatment side effects, quality of life, and survival in women with breast cancer |
Leggett, S., Koczwara, B., & Miller, M. |
2015 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review evaluating studies on the effect of oral complementary alternative medicines (tablets, powders, liquids, capsules) on cancer-related health outcome among breast cancer patients. |
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Cancer |
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Neutral |
Study results vary, but there is some evidence to suggest that oral complementary alternative therapies may improve fatigue and oral mucositis. However, results are inconclusive. |
Nutrition and Cancer |
Google Scholar |
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10.1080/01635581.2015.1004731 |
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/01635581.2015.1004731 |
| Essential oil therapy in rheumatic diseases: A systematic review |
Paixão, V. L. B., & de Carvalho, J. F. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review evaluating studies on the effect of essential oil therapy on health outcomes among patients with rheumatic diseases. |
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Favorable |
Nearly all studies analyzed demonstrated the effectiveness of aromatherapy for improving health outcomes among patients. |
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2021.101391 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1744388121000906 |
| Efficacy of integrated yoga and Ayurveda Rasayana on cognitive functions in elderly with mild cognitive impairment: Non-randomized three-arm clinical trial |
Chobe S, Patra SK, Chobe M, Metri K. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of an 8-week Yoga and/or Ayurveda Rasayana intervention in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. |
Yes |
Yes (mean 63.3 +/- 6.44) |
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Favorable |
This study found the combined intervention of Yoga and Ayurveda Rasayana had significant results in improving learning, attention, processing speed, and working memory in the study group. |
J Ayurveda Integr Med |
PubMed |
33349568 |
10.1016/j.jaim.2020.11.003 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33349568/ |
| Effects of 12 weeks of tai chi on neuromuscular responses and postural control in elderly patients with sarcopenia: A randomized controlled trial |
Huang D, Ke X, Jiang C, Song W, Feng J, Zhou H, Zhang R, Zhang A, Lan F. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a 12-week Tai Chi program to understand the impact on neuromuscular responses and postural control. The intervention included 40-minute sessions 3 times a week for 12 weeks for elderly patients with sarcopenia. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi intervention significantly reduced neuromuscular response times. |
Front Neurol |
PubMed |
37188307 |
10.3389/fneur.2023.1167957 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37188307/ |
| The effect of tai chi exercise intervention on sleep quality in community residing older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Lyu L, Li Y, Fan X, Seo J, Eunna O. |
2024 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at literature on the impact of Tai Chi on sleep quality for older adults living in the community. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review identified 12 eligible studies that demonstrated the Tai Chi intervention led to significant improvement in sleep quality in the target population. |
Eur Geriatr Med |
PubMed |
38227110 |
10.1007/s41999-023-00923-6 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38227110/ |
| The impact of combined music and tai chi on depressive symptoms among community-dwelling older persons: A cluster randomized controlled trial |
Liao SJ, Tan MP, Chong MC, Chua YP. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi intervention combined with music on depressive symptoms in older adults. |
Yes |
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Mental Health |
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Favorable |
The study found that the combined Tai Chi and Music intervention significantly reduced depressive symptoms after three months. |
Issues Ment Health Nurs |
PubMed |
29436896 |
10.1080/01612840.2017.1417519 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29436896/ |
| The role of tai chi in mental health management-lessons learned from clinical trials |
Jiang D, Kong W, Jiang JJ. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at research on the impact of Tai Chi interventions on mental health. |
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Neutral |
The review found 21 eligible studies, but there was limited evidence found on the impact of Tai Chi on mental health. |
Rev Recent Clin Trials |
PubMed |
27480968 |
10.2174/1574887111666160729100829 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27480968/ |
| Military-tailored yoga for veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder |
Cushing RE, Braun KL, Alden C-Iayt SW, Katz AR. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Yoga on PTSD symptoms in veterans 18 years or older. |
No |
Yes (26 - 62) |
Mental Health |
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Favorable |
The study found that the Yoga intervention led to a significant decrease in PTSD symptoms. |
Mil Med |
PubMed |
29415222 |
10.1093/milmed/usx071 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29415222/ |
| The effectiveness of mind-body approaches for enhancing resilience in older adults: A systematic review and network meta-analysis |
Wu YC, Shen SF, Lee SY, Chen LK, Tung HH. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found studies looking at the impact of mind-body approach interventions on improving resilience in older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review found 9 eligible studies that demonstrated mind-body approaches improved resilience in older adults. |
Arch Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
36796181 |
10.1016/j.archger.2023.104949 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36796181/ |
| Effects of traditional Chinese mind-body exercises on older adults with cognitive impairment: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Yao KR, Luo Q, Tang X, Wang ZH, Li L, Zhao L, Zhou L, Li L, Huang L, Yin XH. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found studies looking at the impact of mind-body approach interventions on improving cognition, memory, and executive function in older adults with cognitive impairment. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review found 15 eligible studies that demonstrated a significant improvement in global cognitive function from Chinese mind-body exercises. Banduanjuin showed significant improvement in global cognitive function, memory function, executive function, and some dimensional scores on the auditory verbal learning test after treatment. |
Front Neurol |
PubMed |
37077563 |
10.3389/fneur.2023.1086417 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37077563/ |
| The effect of music therapy on cognitive functions in patients with dementia: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Fusar-Poli L, Bieleninik Ł, Brondino N, Chen XJ, Gold C. |
2018 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found studies looking at the impact of music therapy on the cognitive function of individuals with dementia. |
Yes |
No |
Dementia |
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Neutral |
This review found 7 eligible studies but no significant impact of music therapy on outcomes from the meta-analyses. A subgroup analysis indicated that music therapy might benefit global cognition. |
Aging Ment Health |
PubMed |
28691506 |
10.1080/13607863.2017.1348474 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28691506/ |
| Hypnosis to reduce fear of falling in hospitalized older adults: A feasibility randomized controlled trial |
Cuvelier C, Hars M, Zamorani-Bianchi MP, Herrmann FR, Wieczorkiewicz CD, Zekry D, Gold G, Trombetti A. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the feasibility of a hypnosis intervention of 2 sessions, once per week, with the usual rehabilitation program compared to a control group. The aim was to understand the impact on older adults a reduce the fear of falling. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study was found to be feasible with no adverse events related to the intervention. |
Pilot Feasibility Stud |
PubMed |
37559112 |
10.1186/s40814-023-01366-3 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37559112/ |
| Non-pharmacological depression therapies for older Chinese adults: A systematic review & meta-analysis |
Gill BK, Cant R, Lam L, Cooper S, Lou VWQ. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found studies looking at the impact of different non-pharmacologic interventions on depression for older Chinese adults. |
Yes |
|
Mental Health |
|
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Favorable |
The review found 15 eligible studies that identified Qigong, reminiscence, Tai Chi, and Life Stories as interventions used for depression therapies. Qigong was the only intervention they found to have significant impact on depression. |
Arch Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
32135393 |
10.1016/j.archger.2020.104037 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32135393/ |
| Interventions incorporating physical and cognitive elements to reduce falls risk in cognitively impaired older adults: A systematic review |
Booth V, Hood V, Kearney F. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found studies that looked at the impact of interventions that combined physical and cognitive elements and the impact on the risk of falls in cognitively impaired older adults. These interventions included physical and cognitive activities, music-based group exercises, and mind-body tai chi. |
Yes |
No |
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|
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Favorable |
The review found 8 eligible studies that demonstrated the interventions improved the number of falls, balance, functional mobility, and gait speed. |
JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep |
PubMed |
27532469 |
10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-002499 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27532469/ |
| Hypnosis can reduce pain in hospitalized older patients: A randomized controlled study |
Ardigo S, Herrmann FR, Moret V, Déramé L, Giannelli S, Gold G, Pautex S. |
2016 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of hypnosis versus message interventions on chronic pain in older, hospitalized adults. |
Yes |
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The study found the interventions were feasible and the hypnosis group had greater decrease in the brief pain index than the massage group and depression scores also decreased over time. However, the effect was not long term past 3 months. |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
26767506 |
10.1186/s12877-016-0180-y |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26767506/ |
| Increasing awareness and acceptance through mindfulness and somatic education movements |
Bloise PV, Andrade MC, Machado H, Andreoli SB. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of mindfulness-based interventions (MBI). The study looked at the BMI program, Mindfulness and Movement of Integration (MMI). |
|
Yes (18+) |
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Favorable |
The study found significant improvement in the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) scores and the Philadelphia Mindfulness Scale (PHLMS) scores from the intervention. The correlation between scores was not significant. |
Adv Mind Body Med |
PubMed |
27925606 |
|
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27925606/ |
| Reduced stress and improved physical functional ability in elderly with mental health problems following a horticultural therapy program |
Han AR, Park SA, Ahn BE. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a horticultural intervention that included once-weekly sessions of a 10-session plan cultivation-based horticultural therapy program. |
|
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Favorable |
The study found the intervention significantly decreased cortisol levels. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
29857876 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2018.03.011 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29857876/ |
| The effects of light therapy on depression and sleep disruption in older adults in a long-term care facility |
Wu MC, Sung HC, Lee WL, Smith GD. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a light therapy intervention that included 30 min of sitting in front of a 10000-lux light box 30 min three times a week for 4 weeks. The aim was to determine the impact on depression and sleep disruption in older adults. |
|
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Mental Health |
|
|
Neutral |
The study found the intervention significantly decreased depression scores, but there was not significant difference between the experimental group and control group. |
Int J Nurs Pract |
PubMed |
24750268 |
10.1111/ijn.12307 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24750268/ |
| Use of music therapy to improve cognition in older adults with dementia: An integrative review |
Domínguez-Chávez CJ, Salazar-González BC, Murrock CJ. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of music therapy interventions on cognition in older adults with dementia. |
Yes |
|
|
Dementia |
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Favorable |
The review identified 28 eligible articles that demonstrated that active and active-passive approaches had significant impact on cognition in the target population. |
Res Theory Nurs Pract |
PubMed |
31123162 |
10.1891/1541-6577.33.2.183 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31123162/ |
| Dog visiting programs for managing depressive symptoms in older adults: A meta-analysis |
Borgi M, Collacchi B, Giuliani A, Cirulli F. |
2020 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study found literature on the impact of an animal-assisted intervention (AAI), dog visiting, for depressive symptoms in older adults. |
yes |
|
|
Mental Health |
|
Favorable |
This review found studies that demonstrated a positive impact on depressive symptoms from dog visiting. |
Gerontologist |
PubMed |
30476083 |
10.1093/geront/gny149 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30476083/ |
| Randomized controlled trial of a six-week spiritual reminiscence intervention on hope, life satisfaction, and spiritual well-being in elderly with mild and moderate dementia |
Wu LF, Koo M. |
2016 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of spiritual reminiscence therapy on the well-being of elderly individuals with dementia. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
The study found the intervention had significant improvement in the Heart Hope index, the Life Satisfaction Scale, and the Spirituality Index of Well-Being. |
Int J Geriatr Psychiatry |
PubMed |
25965388 |
10.1002/gps.4300 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25965388/ |
| A performing arts intervention improves cognitive dysfunction in 50 hospitalized older adults |
Danila MI, Melnick JA, Mudano A, Flood K, Booth K, Kirklin K, Saag KG. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a storytelling/poetry intervention for hospitalized older adults to understand the effect on delirium screening and patient satisfaction. |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found the intervention led to lower delirium screening scores. |
Innov Aging |
PubMed |
29938231 |
10.1093/geroni/igy013 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29938231/ |
| Are mind-body exercise beneficial for treating pain, function, and quality of life in middle-aged and old people with chronic pain? A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Wen YR, Shi J, Wang YF, Lin YY, Hu ZY, Lin YT, Wang XQ, Wang YL. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a Mind-body exercise program (MBE) and how it impacted chronic pain, function, quality of life, and adverse events in older and middle-aged people. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
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Favorable |
The review found 17 eligible studies that demonstrated the MBE intervention led to reduced pain, but with low-certainty evidence. |
Front Aging Neurosci |
PubMed |
35800981 |
10.3389/fnagi.2022.921069 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35800981/ |
| Effect of tai chi combined with mental imagery on cutaneous microcirculatory function and blood pressure in a diabetic and elderly population |
Alsubiheen A, Petrofsky J, Yu W, Lee H. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi (TC) training intervention combined with mental imagery (MI) on individuals with diabetes. The intervention was a one hour session twice a week for 8 weeks to study the impact on blood pressure and cutaneous microcirculatory function. |
|
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Diabetes |
|
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Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi and mental imagery combined intervention had posstive impact on functional outcomes and blood pressure. |
Healthcare (Basel) |
PubMed |
32947783 |
10.3390/healthcare8030342 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32947783/ |
| Feasibility and outcome of an individualized tai chi program for improving balance and strength in the elderly: A pilot study |
Sung WH, Liu CC, Wei SH, Chuang LR, Chuang E, Wang KA, Wang JC. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study aimed to test the feasibility of an individualized Tai Chi program for older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found the individualized Tai Chi intervention showed improved performance on balance control. |
NeuroRehabilitation |
PubMed |
30400109 |
10.3233/NRE-162061 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30400109/ |
| Effect of a 12-week yoga therapy program on mental health status in elderly women inmates of a hospice |
Ramanathan M, Bhavanani AB, Trakroo M. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked a t the impact of a 12-week yoga intervention that had 60 min session twice a week. The study looked at the impact of the program on mental health status in elderly women inmates. |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that the Yoga intervention led to an increase in the level of self esteem and decrease in depression and anxiety. |
Int J Yoga |
PubMed |
28149064 |
10.4103/0973-6131.186156 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28149064/ |
| Yoga meditation (YoMed) and its effect on proprioception and balance function in elders who have fallen: A randomized control study |
Wooten SV, Signorile JF, Desai SS, Paine AK, Mooney K. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a 6 week Yoga intervention for older individuals with 45 minute sessions 3 days a week. The study analyzed the impact of the intervention on proprioception, balance and power in older individuals who have fallen in a YoMed group (YM) and a Proprioception Training Group (PT). |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
The study found that neither the YM or PT group saw changes in measures outside of the dynamic posturography overall score, which was improved in the YM group. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
29458919 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2017.12.010 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29458919/ |
| Effect of tai chi on cardiac and static pulmonary function in older community-dwelling adults at risk of ischemic stroke: A randomized controlled trial |
Zheng GH, Zheng X, Li JZ, Duan TJ, Tao J, Chen LD. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi Exercise intervention for older community-dwelling adults. The intervention include 60 minutes sessions five times a week for 12 weeks to understand the impact on cardiac and static lung function. |
Yes |
Yes (55+) |
Stroke |
|
|
Neutral |
The study did not show significant changes in any of the measures analyzed and would need longer duration interventions studies. |
Chin J Integr Med |
PubMed |
30519872 |
10.1007/s11655-018-3056-5 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30519872/ |
| A randomized preference trial comparing cognitive-behavioral therapy and yoga for the treatment of late-life worry: Examination of impact on depression, generalized anxiety, fatigue, pain, social participation, and physical function |
Danhauer SC, Miller ME, Divers J, Anderson A, Hargis G, Brenes GA. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the effect of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Yoga interventions. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the CBT group had more improvement in pain interference group than the yoga group. Both intervention groups had significant changes in depressive symptoms, generalized anxiety, and fatigue. Neither group showed difference in physical function or social participation. |
Glob Adv Health Med |
PubMed |
35601466 |
10.1177/2164957X221100405 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35601466/ |
| Online chair yoga and digital learning for rural underserved older adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias |
Park J, Wiese LAK, Holt J. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a home-based online chair yoga program and computer brain game (CBG) that included 45 minute sessions 2 times a week for 12 weeks. The study analyzed rural community-dwelling older adults. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The study found that both groups had significant improvement in pain interference, cognitive function, mobility and computer skills. There was not a difference between the groups. |
Clin Gerontol |
PubMed |
37941382 |
10.1080/07317115.2023.2277333 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941382/ |
| Simplified tai chi program training versus traditional tai chi on the functional movement screening in older adults |
Wang H, Wei A, Lu Y, Yu B, Chen W, Lu Y, Liu Y, Yu D, Zou L. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at two Tai Chi programs to understand the impact on the Functional Movement Screening (FMS). This included a traditional Tai Chi exercise (TTC) and simplified Tai Chi exercise (TCRT) in older adults. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that both groups had significant improvement in FMS scores after 6 months. The TCRT group had greater improvement than the TCC group |
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med |
PubMed |
27956920 |
10.1155/2016/5867810 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27956920/ |
| Different modulation effects of tai chi chuan and Baduanjin on resting-state functional connectivity of the default mode network in older adults |
Liu J, Tao J, Liu W, Huang J, Xue X, Li M, Yang M, Zhu J, Lang C, Park J, Tu Y, Wilson G, Chen L, Kong J. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact two mind-body interventions including Tai Chi Chuan and Banuanjin. The study focused on elderly individuals. |
Yes |
Yes (50 - 70) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi Chuan group to have greater improvement of rsFC. Tai Chi Chuan also increased posterior cingulate cortex rsFC. Banduanjin decreased rsFC between the mPFC and orbital prefonal gyrus/putamen. |
Soc Cogn Affect Neurosci |
PubMed |
30690554 |
10.1093/scan/nsz001 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30690554/ |
| Effects of a modified tai chi program on older people with mild dementia: A randomized controlled trial |
Huang N, Li W, Rong X, Champ M, Wei L, Li M, Mu H, Hu Y, Ma Z, Lyu J. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi exercise program for older adults with mild dementia. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi intervention might improve cognitive function and mental well being in the study population. |
J Alzheimers Dis |
PubMed |
31743998 |
10.3233/JAD-190487 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31743998/ |
| The effect of chair yoga in older adults with moderate and severe Alzheimer's disease |
McCaffrey R, Park J, Newman D, Hagen D. |
2014 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the feasibility of an 8-week chair yoga program (Sit'N'Fit Chair Yoga Program) for older adults with Alzheimer's. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
|
Favorable |
This study found positive impact of the program in Six-Minute Walk test, the Gait Speed Test, and the Berg Balance Scale. |
Res Gerontol Nurs |
PubMed |
24568209 |
10.3928/19404921-20140218-01 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24568209/ |
| Meditation and cognitive outcomes: longitudinal analysis using data from the health and retirement study 2000-2016 |
Lopes S, Shi L, Pan X, Gu Y, Dengler-Crish C, Li Y, Tiwari B, Zhang D. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a medication practice and cognitive function intervention. The study aimed to understand the impact on cognitive function in middle aged and older adults. |
Yes |
yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study did not find meditation to be significantly related to total recall, global cognitive function and quantitative reasoning among the full group. Participants that did not have depressive symptoms at the start of the study did show positive changes in cognitive outcomes with medication more than twice a week. |
Mindfulness (N Y) |
PubMed |
37808263 |
10.1007/s12671-023-02165-w |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37808263/ |
| An investigation to study the effects of tai chi on human gait dynamics using classical machine learning |
Faisal MAA, Chowdhury MEH, Khandakar A, Hossain MS, Alhatou M, Mahmud S, Ara I, Sheikh SI, Ahmed MU. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a 6-month Tai Chi intervention on joint function for knee osteoarthritis patients. |
|
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found Tai Chi to positively impact walking gait dynamics. |
Comput Biol Med |
PubMed |
35016098 |
10.1016/j.compbiomed.2021.105184 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35016098/ |
| Correlation between cognition and balance among middle-aged and older adults observed through a tai chi intervention program |
Xiao T, Yang L, Smith L, Loprinzi PD, Veronese N, Yao J, Zhang Z, Yu JJ. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi (TC) on balance and global cognitive function. The intervention was 12 weeks with a focus on middle aged and older adults. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found Tai Chi was positively correlated with change scores of cognitive function and balance. |
Front Psychol |
PubMed |
32328017 |
10.3389/fpsyg.2020.00668 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32328017/ |
| Effects of a short eight tai chi-forms for the pre-frail elderly people in senior living communities |
Ge Y, Liu H, Wu Q, Chen A, Gao Z, Xing F, Liu G. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of an 8 week 8 form Tai Chi exercise intervention on pre-frail elderly individuals. The study observed the impact on physical function, fear of falling, and depression. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study showed the 8-form Tai Chi intervention had significant positive impact on 30s chair rise tests, fear of falling and the Geriatric Depression Scale at week 8 of the intervention.. |
Physiother Theory Pract |
PubMed |
34076569 |
10.1080/09593985.2021.1926023 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34076569/ |
| Effects of tai chi on cognition and instrumental activities of daily living in community dwelling older people with mild cognitive impairment |
Siu MY, Lee DTF. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi program that included two one-hour sessions a week for 16 weeks. The goal was to determine the intervention effect on instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) on community-dwelling individuals 60+ with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention significantly improved scores on the Chinese version of the Mini-Mental State Examination (CMMSE) and IADL questionnaire. Minimum detectable change (MDC) was not exceeded. |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
29394884 |
10.1186/s12877-018-0720-8 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29394884/ |
| A systematic review of the effect of laughter yoga on physical function and psychosocial outcomes in older adults |
Kuru Alici N, Arikan Dönmez A. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study reviewed literature analyzing the impact of laughter yoga on physical function and psychosocial outcomes. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found 7 eligible studies that demonstrated a significant impact on physical function and psychosocial health from laughter interventions. |
Complement Ther Clin Pract |
PubMed |
33217706 |
10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101252 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33217706/ |
| The effect of tai chi lower extremity exercise on the balance control of older adults in assistant living communities |
Mao M, Mercer VS, Li F, Gross MT, Blackburn T, Yu B. |
2024 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at an 16-week Tai Chi program to understand the impact it had on balance and functional mobility for older adults. |
Yes |
No |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention led to significant improvement in the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, room mean square amplitude of COP displacement in the anterior-posterior, and medial, lateral directions. |
BMC Complement Med Ther |
PubMed |
38448853 |
10.1186/s12906-024-04382-9 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38448853/ |
| The benefits of tai chi and brisk walking for cognitive function and fitness in older adults |
Ji Z, Li A, Feng T, Liu X, You Y, Meng F, Wang R, Lu J, Zhang C. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This cross-sectional study looked at the impact of different exercises on cognitive tasks. The study groups included a Tai Chi (TC) group, a brisk walking group (BG) and a control group (CG). |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the TC and BG intervention groups had significantly improved executive condition of cognitive tasks and fitness than the CG. The study did not find significant results for reaction time. |
PeerJ |
PubMed |
29062610 |
10.7717/peerj.3943 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29062610/ |
| The effect of Bikram yoga on endothelial function in young and middle-aged and older adults |
Hunter SD, Dhindsa MS, Cunningham E, Tarumi T, Alkatan M, Nualnim N, Elmenshawy A, Tanaka H. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Bikram yoga intervention of 3 weekly classes for 8 weeks on endothelial function in young, middle-aged, and older adults. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that brachial artery flow mediated dilation was increased in middle and older aged adults. This indicated the yoga intervention could have benefits for these two groups. |
J Bodyw Mov Ther |
PubMed |
28167186 |
10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.06.004 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28167186/ |
| The association between tai chi exercise and safe driving performance among older adults: An observational study |
Miller S, Taylor-Piliae RE. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive and physical function in older adults. |
Yes |
No |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi intervention significantly improved in the Driving Scenes Test, maze navigation, Useful Field of View Test, Rapid Walk test, and the Right Foot Tapping Test. |
J Sport Health Sci |
PubMed |
30356498 |
10.1016/j.jshs.2017.01.013 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30356498/ |
| Impacts of tai chi exercise on functional fitness in community-dwelling older adults with mild degenerative knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled clinical trial |
Chen PY, Song CY, Yen HY, Lin PC, Chen SR, Lu LH, Tien CL, Wang XM, Lin CH. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of tai chi for community-dwelling older adults with degenerative osteoarthritis in the knee. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention significantly increased functional fitness test scores in the intervention group after the 12-week intervention. |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
34332537 |
10.1186/s12877-021-02390-9 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34332537/ |
| Tai chi for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) |
Ngai SP, Jones AY, Tam WW. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on dyspnoea and exercise in individuals with CPOD. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 12 eligible studies that demonstrated positive impacts of Tai Chi on six-minute walk distance and pulmonary function. Other measures were inconclusive and more research needs to be done. |
Cochrane Database Syst Rev |
PubMed |
27272131 |
10.1002/14651858.CD009953.pub2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27272131/ |
| Effects of yoga-related mind-body therapies on cognitive function in older adults: A systematic review with meta-analysis |
Bhattacharyya KK, Andel R, Small BJ. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study reviewed current research on the impact of Yoga-related mind-body therapies on cognitive decline in older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 12 eligible studies that demonstrated the yoga intervention had significant positive impact on memory, executive function, and attention and processing speed. |
Arch Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
33338831 |
10.1016/j.archger.2020.104319 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33338831/ |
| Effects of exergaming-based tai chi on cognitive function and dual-task gait performance in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized control trial |
Liu CL, Cheng FY, Wei MJ, Liao YY. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of two Tai Chi (TC) programs offered in 36 training sessions for 12 weeks on cognitive function and dual-talk walking in older adults with MCI. The two programs were exergaming-based TC (EXER-TC) and Traditional TC (TC) |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the TC intervention and EXER-TC groups both had positive impact on Stroop Color and Word Test, the Trail Making Test Parts A and B, one-back test, gait speed, and dual-task cost of gait speed compared to the control. The EXER-TC group also had positive effect in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment test compared to the control group. |
Front Aging Neurosci |
PubMed |
35370622 |
10.3389/fnagi.2022.761053 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35370622/ |
| Benefits of tai chi exercise among adults with chronic heart failure: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Taylor-Piliae R, Finley BA. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at current evidence for the impact of Tai Chi on individuals with chronic health failure (CHF). |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review found 6 eligible studies the demonstrated Tai Chi led to significantly better exercise capacity, improved quality of life, decease depression, and decreased b-type natriuretic peptide expression. |
J Cardiovasc Nurs |
PubMed |
32544110 |
10.1097/JCN.0000000000000703 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32544110/ |
| The impact of tai chi on cognitive rehabilitation of elder adults with mild cognitive impairment: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Wei L, Chai Q, Chen J, Wang Q, Bao Y, Xu W, Ma E. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at current evidence on the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive rehabilitation. The study focused on elderly adults with mild cognitive impairment. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found 12 eligible studies that demonstrated the Tai Chi intervention had positive effect on global cognitive ability and long-term delayed recall. It also had a moderate significant impact on improving executive function. |
Disabil Rehabil |
PubMed |
33043709 |
10.1080/09638288.2020.1830311 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33043709/ |
| Effects of yoga on psychological health in older adults |
Bonura KB, Tenenbaum G. |
2014 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a yoga intervention for older adults that included chair yoga, chair exercise and control groups. The study looked at how the intervention impacted psychological health. |
Yes |
No |
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Favorable |
The study found that yoga was had significant improvement in participant anger, depression, anxiety, well-being, general self-efficacy, and self-efficacy for daily living than the exercise and control participants. |
J Phys Act Health |
PubMed |
24366852 |
10.1123/jpah.2012-0365 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24366852/ |
| Effect of a combined tai chi, resistance training and dietary intervention on cognitive function in obese older women |
Xu F, Delmonico MJ, Lofgren IE, Uy KM, Maris SA, Quintanilla D, Taetzsch AG, Letendre J, Mahler L. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi combined with resistance training and a diet intervention on cognitive function in a 12-week intervention. The study participants included 25 older, obese women. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found the combined intervention let to improved domain specific cognitive function. |
J Frailty Aging |
PubMed |
28721435 |
10.14283/jfa.2017.16 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28721435/ |
| Association of tai chi exercise with physical and neurocognitive functions, frailty, quality of life and mortality in older adults: Singapore Longitudinal Ageing Study |
Lee SY, Nyunt MSZ, Gao Q, Gwee X, Chua DQL, Yap KB, Wee SL, Ng TP. |
2022 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on physical and cognitive function, frailty, quality of life (QOL) and mortality in community-dwelling adults 55+. |
Yes |
Yes (55+) |
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Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention was associated with decreased impaired physical QOL, odds of incident prefrailty/frailty, and impaired mental QOL. The mortality risk findings were not significant. |
Age Ageing |
PubMed |
35380607 |
10.1093/ageing/afac086 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35380607/ |
| Yoga stretching for improving salivary immune function and mental stress in middle-aged and older adults |
Eda N, Ito H, Shimizu K, Suzuki S, Lee E, Akama T. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of yoga on mucosal immune function and mental stress in adult women . |
Yes |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that SIgA concentration and secretion rate increased after yoga. Cortisol was lower and testosterone was higher after yoga. |
J Women Aging |
PubMed |
28368782 |
10.1080/08952841.2017.1295689 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28368782/ |
| Effect of Yang-style tai chi on gait parameters and musculoskeletal flexibility in healthy Chinese older women |
Zou L, Wang C, Tian Z, Wang H, Shu Y. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tang-Style Tai Chi intervention in adults 65+. The study looked at the impact on gait parameters and musculoskeletal flexibility. |
Yes |
No |
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Favorable |
The study found the 8-week Tai Chi intervention led to significant improvement in gate parameter, stance phase, gate speed, swing phase, double support time, flexibility-related outcomes, single hip flexor, plantar flexion, range of motion, lateral pelvic tilt, pelvic rotation, hip range of motion, and ankle range of motion. |
Sports (Basel) |
PubMed |
29910412 |
10.3390/sports5030052 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29910412/ |
| Meta-analysis of the intervention effects of tai chi on fasting blood glucose, blood pressure and triglyceride in middle-aged and elderly people |
Zhao W, Ju H, Zhu K. |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at literature on the impact of Tai Chi on blood pressure, lipid levels, and glucose concentrations for older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The review found 57 eligible studies demonstrating Tai Chi led to improved systolic and diastolic blood pressure, triglyceride, and fasting glucose concentrations in middle-aged and elderly adults. |
Aging Male |
PubMed |
38259166 |
10.1080/13685538.2023.2282977 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38259166/ |
| Effects of wheelchair tai chi ball exercise on physical and mental health and functional abilities among elderly with physical disability |
Wang YT, Goh CH, Liao T, Dong XN, Duke G, Alfred D, Yang Y, Xu J, Yu S. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a combination intervention of a 12-week Wheelchair Tai Chi Ball (WTCB) with mind-body excise and strength training in elderly adults with disability. The goal was to determine the impact on mental health and functional ability. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention significantly improved Pain Self Efficacy Questionnaire (PSEQ) results, physical health and muscle strength. |
Res Sports Med |
PubMed |
32546105 |
10.1080/15438627.2020.1777553 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32546105/ |
| Pilot randomized controlled trial of the yoga for heart intervention in community-dwelling older adults |
Barrows J, Fleury J. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Yoga intervention for older community-dwelling adults on motivation of physical activity. |
Yes |
|
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Neutral |
The study found the Yoga intervention had significant impact on BMI, but had no effect on physical activity and cardiovascular outcomes. |
Geriatr Nurs |
PubMed |
35217325 |
10.1016/j.gerinurse.2022.02.003 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35217325/ |
| The effects of different types of tai chi exercise on anxiety and depression in older adults: A systematic review and network meta-analysis |
Kuang X, Dong Y, Song L, Dong L, Chao G, Zhang X, Yang J. |
2024 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at evidence of the impact Tai Chi interventions have on anxiety and depression in older adults. |
Yes |
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The review found 20 eligible studies that demonstrated Tai Chi reduced anxiety and depression compared to control groups. |
Front Public Health |
PubMed |
38259770 |
10.3389/fpubh.2023.1295342 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38259770/ |
| Movement-based mind-body practices and cognitive function in middle-aged and older adults: Findings from the Midlife in the United States (MIDUS) study |
Bhattacharyya KK, Hueluer G, Meng H, Hyer K. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a movement-based mind-body practice intervention on long-term cognitive health in middle aged and older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (25 - 75) |
|
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Neutral |
The study found that the Mind-body practice intervention led to a smaller decline in episodic memory, but did not have a significant effect on executive function. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
34118391 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2021.102751 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34118391/ |
| A cluster randomized trial of tai chi vs health education in subsidized housing: The MI-WiSH study |
Lipsitz LA, Macklin EA, Travison TG, Manor B, Gagnon P, Tsai T, Aizpurúa II, Lo OY, Wayne PM. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on physical function for older adults. The study specifically looked at older adults living in low-income housing facilities. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
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Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention led to improved Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) scores over 12 months. |
J Am Geriatr Soc |
PubMed |
31116883 |
10.1111/jgs.15986 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31116883/ |
| The effects of different types of tai chi exercises on motor function in patients with Parkinson's disease: A network meta-analysis |
Lei H, Ma Z, Tian K, Liu K, Wang J, Zhu X, Mi B, Chen Y, Yang Q, Jiang H. |
2022 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on balance and motor ability for individuals with Parkinson's |
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The study found that the 24-from Tai Chi and Tai Chi Exercise programs were the most effective interventions. |
Front Aging Neurosci |
PubMed |
36105909 |
10.3389/fnagi.2022.936027 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36105909/ |
| Effects of Chinese mind-body exercises on executive function in middle-aged and older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Ren FF, Chen FT, Zhou WS, Cho YM, Ho TJ, Hung TM, Chang YK. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Chinese mind-body exercises (CMBEs) on executive function (EF) for middle aged and older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (50+) |
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Favorable |
The review found 29 studies that demonstrated CMBEs positively impact overall EF and subdomains of working memory and shifting. |
Front Psychol |
PubMed |
34093345 |
10.3389/fpsyg.2021.656141 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34093345/ |
| Functional fitness and fall risk in older adults practitioners or non-practitioners of tai chi |
Gómez-Campos R, Vidal-Espinoza R, Vega-Novoa S, Silva Ramos de Lázari M, Urzua-Alul L, Portugal MR, De la Torre Choque C, Cossio-Bolaños M. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on balance, motor function and fear of falling in older adults. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi intervention improved functional fitness and decreased risk of falling. |
Eur J Transl Myol |
PubMed |
37199220 |
10.4081/ejtm.2023.11155 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37199220/ |
| Are yoga and physical activity determinants of quality of life in Polish adults? A cross-sectional study |
Pluto-Pradzynska A, Pluto-Pradzynska K, Frydrychowicz M, Lagiedo-Zelazowska M, Owoc J, Benjamin S, Au TY, Jaracz K, Dworacki G, Wysocki J, Wasik J. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This cross-sectional study loos at the impact of yoga on quality of life. |
Yes |
Yes (18+) |
|
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Favorable |
The study found there was significant increase in QOL associated with the yoga intervention |
BMJ Open |
PubMed |
36167364 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2021-059658 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36167364/ |
| Self-management and yoga for older adults with chronic stroke: A mixed-methods study of physical fitness and physical activity |
Portz JD, Waddington E, Atler KE, Van Puymbroeck M, Schmid AA. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of Yoga on physical fitness in older individuals with chronic stoke. |
Yes |
|
Stroke |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that the yoga intervention show significant improvement in endurance, and lower and upper body strength. |
Clin Gerontol |
PubMed |
28452644 |
10.1080/07317115.2016.1252453 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28452644/ |
| Mindfulness-based stress reduction and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy with older adults: A qualitative review of randomized controlled outcome research |
Hazlett-Stevens H, Singer J, Chong A. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This qualitative review looked at the impact of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). |
|
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Favorable |
The review found that the MBSR and MBCT interventions are feasible and could have benefits for older adults, but additional research is needed. |
Clin Gerontol |
PubMed |
30204557 |
10.1080/07317115.2018.1518282 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30204557/ |
| The effectiveness of dance movement interventions for older adults with mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia: A systematic scoping review and meta-analysis |
Tao D, Awan-Scully R, Ash GI, Pei Z, Gu Y, Gao Y, Cole A, Baker JS. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study reviewed current research on the impact of dance movement interventions (DMI) for older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI, Alzheimer's disease (AD), and dementia. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that there was a significant impact of dance interventions on global cognition, memory, balance, and depression. |
Ageing Res Rev |
PubMed |
37944706 |
10.1016/j.arr.2023.102120 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37944706/ |
| The effects of sitting tai chi on physical and psychosocial health outcomes among individuals with impaired physical mobility: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Zhao J, Chau JPC, Lo SHS, Choi KC, Liang S. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the literature on the impact of sitting Tai Chi on different health outcomes for individuals with impaired physical mobility. |
|
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Favorable |
The review identified 11 studies that showed significant impact of the sitting Tai Chi intervention on depressive symptoms, heart rate, and social domain of quality of life. |
Int J Nurs Stud |
PubMed |
33751992 |
10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2021.103911 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33751992/ |
| Effects of tai chi chuan on cognitive function in older adults with cognitive impairment: A systematic and meta-analytic review |
Cai Z, Jiang W, Yin J, Chen Z, Wang J, Wang X. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked for literature on the impact of Tai Chi Chuan( TCC) on cognitive function in elderly individuals. |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The review identified 19 studies that showed significant impact on cognitive function. |
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med |
PubMed |
33424991 |
10.1155/2020/6683302 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33424991/ |
| Effects of nonpharmacological interventions for dizziness in older people: Systematic review |
Kendall JC, Hartvigsen J, Azari MF, French SD. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study identified research looking at the impact of nonpharmacological interventions on dizziness in older people. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Neutral |
The review found 7 studies, but found insufficient evidence |
Phys Ther |
PubMed |
26450972 |
10.2522/ptj.20150349 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26450972/ |
| Effects of tai chi on cerebral hemodynamics and health-related outcomes in older community adults at risk of ischemic stroke: A randomized controlled trial |
Zheng G, Zheng X, Li J, Duan T, Ling K, Tao J, Chen L. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on adults at risk of ischemic stroke. |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The study found the intervention had significant improvement on the minimum of blood flow velocity after 12 weeks. |
J Aging Phys Act |
PubMed |
30747548 |
10.1123/japa.2018-0232 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30747548/ |
| Yoga to prevent mobility limitations in older adults: Feasibility of a randomized controlled trial |
Groessl EJ, Maiya M, Schmalzl L, Wing D, Jeste DV. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study aimed to understand the feasibility and safety of a yoga intervention for older adults at risk of mobility limitations. |
Yes |
|
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|
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The study found high 10-week follow-up and attendance of participants. There were no serious adverse events and they determined the study was feasible and could be conducted as a larger RCT. |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
30541474 |
10.1186/s12877-018-0988-8 |
https://bmcgeriatr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12877-018-0988-8 |
| Tai chi improves cognition and plasma BDNF in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized controlled trial |
Sungkarat S, Boripuntakul S, Kumfu S, Lord SR, Chattipakorn N. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive function. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention significantly improved logical memory and trial making test B minus A (TMT B-A). The TC group also had significantly increased plasma BDNF levels. |
Neurorehabil Neural Repair |
PubMed |
29353543 |
10.1177/1545968317753682 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29353543/ |
| Tai chi training's effect on lower extremity muscle co-contraction during single- and dual-task gait: Cross-sectional and randomized trial studies |
Wayne PM, Gow BJ, Hou F, Ma Y, Hausdorff JM, Lo J, Rist PM, Peng CK, Lipsitz LA, Novak V, Manor B. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This cross-sectional and randomized trial looked at the impact of Tai Chi on falls, balance, gait in health adults. |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that higher co-contraction index (CCI) scores were correlated with slower gait speed in cognitive dual-task conditions. It showed that Tai Chi experts had lower CCI than Tai Chi naïve participants. |
PLoS One |
PubMed |
33481829 |
10.1371/journal.pone.0242963 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33481829/ |
| Benefits of Thai yoga on physical mobility and lower limb muscle strength in overweight/obese older women: A randomized controlled pilot trial |
Widjaja W, Wongwattanapong T, Laskin JJ, Ajjimaporn A. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Thai Yoga on fitness measures in elderly, overweight/obese women. |
|
Yes (62 +/- 1 year) |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that the Thai Yoga intervention showed significant improvement in all fitness measures compared to the control group. |
Complement Ther Clin Pract |
PubMed |
33706066 |
10.1016/j.ctcp.2021.101345 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33706066/ |
| Yoga, health-related quality of life and mental well-being: A re-analysis of a meta-analysis using the quality effects model |
Kelley GA, Kelley KS. |
2020 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked a the impact of Yoga on mental well-being (MWB) and health-related quality-of-life (HRQOL) in older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found the Yoga intervention significantly improved HRQOL and MWB. |
J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci |
PubMed |
31814012 |
10.1093/gerona/glz284 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31814012/ |
| Effect of laughter therapy on depression and quality of life of the elderly living in nursing homes |
Heidari M, Ghodusi Borujeni M, Rezaei P, Kabirian Abyaneh S, Heidari K. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Laughter Therapy (LT) on depression and quality of life (QOL) in older individuals. |
Yes |
Yes (60-69) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the intervention led to decreased depression. |
Malays J Med Sci |
PubMed |
32863751 |
10.21315/mjms2020.27.4.11 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32863751/ |
| Effectiveness of yoga versus exercise for reducing falling risk in older adults: Physical and psychological indices |
Bartos LJ, Meek GA, Berger BG. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of Yoga on falling in older adults by comparing participants in a yoga program, exercise program, and control group with no program. |
Yes |
No |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that the Yoga participants scored higher on lower extremity flexibility than the exercise program participants, and might be at less risk of falling. |
Percept Mot Skills |
PubMed |
35613041 |
10.1177/00315125221100820 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35613041/ |
| Effectiveness of tai chi on quality of life, depressive symptoms and physical function among community-dwelling older adults with chronic disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Choo YT, Jiang Y, Hong J, Wang W. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at current literature on the impact of Tai Chi on quality of life (QOL), depressive symptoms and physical function in older adults living in the community with chronic disease. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The review found 13 eligible studies that indicated a small positive impact of Tai Chi on QOL and depressive symptoms. |
Int J Nurs Stud |
PubMed |
32891966 |
10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2020.103737 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32891966/ |
| Feasibility and effects of a chair-based yoga program for adults with neurodisability |
Suárez-Iglesias D, García-Porro M, Clardy A, Ayán Pérez C. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the feasibility of a 10-week chair-based yoga intervention for adults with neutralizability and moderate to severe physical dependence. |
No |
Yes |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study showed the intervention was feasible. IT found that their was a significant positive effect on body awareness, emotional awareness, and trusting. There was not significant impact on HRQoL. |
Disabil Rehabil |
PubMed |
34100670 |
10.1080/09638288.2021.1933617 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34100670/ |
| The potential advantages of tai chi chuan in promoting inhibitory control and spontaneous neural activity in young adults |
Shen QQ, Yin HC, Cui L, Zhang JY, Wang DL, Zhu LN, Wang Y, Li XJ. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of an 8-week Tai Chi Chuan (TCC) intervention on functional brain activity and cognitive function in young adults. |
No |
Yes |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that TCC had a positive correlation with processing efficiency. |
Front Behav Neurosci |
PubMed |
34803624 |
10.3389/fnbeh.2021.747733 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34803624/ |
| Tai chi improves cognitive and physical function in the elderly: A randomized controlled trial |
Sun J, Kanagawa K, Sasaki J, Ooki S, Xu H, Wang L. |
2015 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of Tai Chi for a 6 month period on physical function in elderly individuals |
yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The study found mixed results with no significant difference between groups for one let standing time with eyes open, left grip strength or frontal assessment battery. The study found higher Mini-Mental State Examinations scores in the Tai Chi group after 3 and 6 months and increased right grip strength. There was a significant decrease in 5m high walking speed and 10m normal walking speed in the Tai Chi Group. |
J Phys Ther Sci |
PubMed |
26157242 |
10.1589/jpts.27.1467 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26157242/ |
| Effects of tai chi and qigong on cognitive and physical functions in older adults: Systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression of randomized clinical trials |
Park M, Song R, Ju K, Shin JC, Seo J, Fan X, Gao X, Ryu A, Li Y. |
2023 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at existing studies showing the impact of Tai Chi and Qigong interventions on cognitive and physical function in older adults |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
This study found 17 studies that demonstrated a significant positive impact on cognitive and physical function from Tai Chi and Qigong |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
37280512 |
10.1186/s12877-023-04070-2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37280512/ |
| Effects of 12-week tai chi program on physical function, depression, and quality of life among cognitively impaired older adults: A feasibility study |
Oh H, Song R, Kim SJ. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study uses a quasi-experimental design to look at the impact and feasibility of a Tai Chi intervention on older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
This study found that Tai chi significantly improved right-hand grip strength and physical-health-related QoL in individuals with MCI. TUG scores significantly improved in both MCI and dementia groups. |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
36869290 |
10.1186/s12877-023-03840-2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36869290/ |
| The effect of web-based hatha yoga on psychological distress and sleep quality in older adults: A randomized controlled trial |
Baklouti S, Fekih-Romdhane F, Guelmami N, Bonsaksen T, Baklouti H, Aloui A, Masmoudi L, Souissi N, Jarraya M. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of an 8-week online Hatha yoga intervention on the psychological and quality of sleep of older adults |
Yes |
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Mental Health |
|
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Favorable |
The study showed that the Yoga intervention significantly decreased depression, anxiety, and stress. The study also found that the PSQI score related to the quality of sleep significantly improved in the intervention group. |
Complement Ther Clin Pract |
PubMed |
36521407 |
10.1016/j.ctcp.2022.101715 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36521407/ |
| Effect of tai chi on muscle strength of the lower extremities in the elderly |
Zhou M, Peng N, Dai Q, Li HW, Shi RG, Huang W. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
This cross-sectional study looked at the long term impact of Tai Chi over a 6-12 month period on muscle strength. |
Yes |
yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found increased strength in the intervention group but the strength did not differ between age groups. |
Chin J Integr Med |
PubMed |
26015074 |
10.1007/s11655-015-2104-7 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26015074/ |
| Effects of yoga on physical and psychological health among community-dwelling older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Ko KY, Kwok ZCM, Chan HY. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the existing literature on the impact of yoga on physical and psychological outcomes in adults 60+. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
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Favorable |
The review found significant improvement in balance, flexibility, muscle strength, and depressive symptoms from Yoga. It also found that yoga decreased anxiety. There were inconclusive results on the impact on gait and other psychological outcomes. |
Int J Older People Nurs |
PubMed |
37577926 |
10.1111/opn.12562 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37577926/ |
| The effect of tai chi chuan on negative emotions in non-clinical populations: A meta-analysis and systematic review |
Zhang S, Zou L, Chen LZ, Yao Y, Loprinzi PD, Siu PM, Wei GX. |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a Tai Chi Chuan intervention and its impact on negative emotions such as anxiety and depression. |
|
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Mental Health |
|
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Favorable |
The study found 14 studies that demonstrated the intervention had a positive impact on negative emotions. They also found that older adults benefit more from the intervention than young adults. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
31438638 |
10.3390/ijerph16173033 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31438638/ |
| Clinical relevance of tai chi on pain and physical function in adults with knee osteoarthritis: An ancillary meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials |
Kelley GA, Kelley KS, Callahan LF. |
2022 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi in older adults with knee osteoarthritis. |
Yes |
Yes (18+) |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that Tai Chi had significant positive effects on pain, stiffness, and physical function. |
Sci Prog |
PubMed |
35379041 |
10.1177/00368504221088375 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35379041/ |
| Tai chi exercise for psychological well-being among adults with cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Taylor-Piliae RE, Finley BA. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of a Tai Chi intervention on the psychological well-being of individuals with cardiovascular disease. |
|
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Cardiovascular Disorders |
|
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Favorable |
The review found 15 studies that demonstrated the intervention significantly improved general QOL, mental health QOL, physical health QOL, depression and phycological distress. |
Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs |
PubMed |
32515204 |
10.1177/1474515120926068 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32515204/ |
| The effect of tai chi exercise on postural time-to-contact in manual fitting task among older adults |
Pan J, Liu C, Li L, Zhang S. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi intervention on postural time to contact. This was measured by having participants fit a block through two different openings/distances. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The study found that those in the Tai Chi group had significantly longer postural time to contact than those who were not. |
Gait Posture |
PubMed |
32896796 |
10.1016/j.gaitpost.2020.08.124 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32896796/ |
| Relationship between falls and complementary and alternative medicine use among community-dwelling older adults |
Caron A, Gallo WT, Durbin LL, Mielenz TJ. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This cross-sectional study looked at how complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) impacted falls in older adults. The CAM interventions included alternative medical systems, biologically based therapies, manipulative and body-based therapies, mind-body therapies, and movement therapies |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
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Unfavorable |
The study found that individuals that had tried manipulative and body-based therapies had a higher likelihood of falling. The study noted this could be due to this group seeking therapy for chronic pain. There were no other significant findings. |
J Altern Complement Med |
PubMed |
27967210 |
10.1089/acm.2016.0095 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27967210/ |
| Tai chi combined with resistance training for adults aged 50 years and older: A systematic review |
Qi M, Moyle W, Jones C, Weeks B. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked a the impact of Tai Chi on health promotion in older adults (50+) |
Yes |
Yes (50+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 7 studies that met the criteria. The studies demonstrated that Tai Chi significantly improved upper and lower extremity muscle strength, aerobic endurance, balance, and mobility. |
J Geriatr Phys Ther |
PubMed |
30531200 |
10.1519/JPT.0000000000000218 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30531200/ |
| Dose-response association of tai chi and cognition among community-dwelling older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Chen ML, Wotiz SB, Banks SM, Connors SA, Shi Y. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive impairment in older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
This review found 16 studies that demonstrated Tai Chi had positive impact on cognitive function, but not on dose duration effects on cognition. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
33808633 |
10.3390/ijerph18063179 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33808633/ |
| Tai chi practice on prefrontal oxygenation levels in older adults: A pilot study |
Tsang WWN, Chan KK, Cheng CN, Hu FSF, Mak CTK, Wong JWC. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive function. The study included Tai Chi for mind-body exercise and arm ergometry that was a body focused exercise. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
This study found that the Tai Chi intervention significantly changed the levels of oxyhemoglobin and total hemoglobin for the Tai Chi group. The study found that brain activity was higher in the TC group versus the AE group. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
30670231 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2018.11.005 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30670231/ |
| Effects of wheelchair tai chi on physical and mental health among elderly with disability |
Wang YT, Li Z, Yang Y, Zhong Y, Lee SY, Chen S, Chen YP. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of a 12-week Wheelchair Tai Chi From Intervention on physical and mental health measures in older adults with disability. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the intervention showed significant improvement in systolic and diastolic blood pressure, shoulder external rotation, left trunk rotation, and total trunk rotation. |
Res Sports Med |
PubMed |
27248716 |
10.1080/15438627.2016.1191487 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27248716/ |
| Complementary health approaches for health and wellness in midlife and older us adults |
Johnson PJ, Jou J, Rhee TG, Rockwood TH, Upchurch DM. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at 2012 National Health Interview Survey data to understand the impact of complementary health approaches (CHA) on midlife and older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (50+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that individuals using wellness-only and combined treatment had significantly higher odds of reporting benefits than treatment only users. |
Maturitas |
PubMed |
27180158 |
10.1016/j.maturitas.2016.04.012 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27180158/ |
| Effect of tai chi and resistance training on cancer-related fatigue and quality of life in middle-aged and elderly cancer patients |
Cheng D, Wang X, Hu J, Dai LL, Lv Y, Feng H, Zhang Y, Guo Y, Wang L. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of Tai Chi (TC) and Resistance training (RT) on cancer-related fatigue and quality of life for middle-aged and elderly cancer patients. The TC group had sessions 40 minutes per day, 3 days a week, for 12 weeks. The RT group had 10 sessions, 6 designated movements per day, 3 days a week for 12 weeks. |
Yes |
Yes |
Cancer |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that the 12-week intervention had significant improvement in cancer-related fatigue (CRF) and quality of life (QoL) in both the TC and RT groups. The TC group also showed significant improvement in lower limb muscle strength and GAD-7, PHQ-9, and PSQI scores compared to the RT groups. |
Chin J Integr Med |
PubMed |
33420583 |
10.1007/s11655-021-3278-9 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33420583/ |
| Yoga therapy on elderly patients with fear of fall: An open-label randomised controlled trial (YOFEAR trial) |
Kashyap K, Dhar M, Bisht K, Bahurupi Y, Pathania M. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study aimed to understand the impact of Yoga on the fear of falling in older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
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Neutral |
The study reports the design but does not currently have the findings. |
BMJ Open |
PubMed |
38151281 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2022-070540 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38151281/ |
| Effects of yoga and aerobic exercise on wellbeing in physically inactive older adults: Randomized controlled trial (FitForAge) |
Welford P, Östh J, Hoy S, Diwan V, Hallgren M. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of yoga and aerobic exercise (AE) in older adults that are physically inactive. |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that both yoga and AE shooed a positive impact on well-being. Yoga was found to be associated with fewer adverse events. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
35143970 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2022.102815 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35143970/ |
| Role of yoga therapy in improving digestive health and quality of sleep in an elderly population: A randomized controlled trial |
Shree Ganesh HR, Subramanya P, Rao M R, Udupa V. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Yoga over a 3 month intervention on the sleep and constipation related quality of life (QOL) in older women |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the yoga intervention significantly improved sleep quality and constipation related QOL. |
J Bodyw Mov Ther |
PubMed |
34391308 |
10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.04.012 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34391308/ |
| The mental-attention tai chi effect with older adults |
Kim TH, Pascual-Leone J, Johnson J, Tamim H. |
2016 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a 16-week Tai Chi intervention on specific mental-attentional executive processes |
Yes |
Yes (51-87) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi group had significant gain on Figural Intersections Task (mental-attentional capacity), Antisaccade (attentional inhibition), and Matrix Reasoning (fluid intelligence measure). It also found that both interventions improved Water Level Task (attentional balance). |
BMC Psychol |
PubMed |
27245444 |
10.1186/s40359-016-0137-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27245444/ |
| Effect of tai chi on depression symptoms and sleep quality among older adult women after exercise cessation |
Cheng L, Qian L, Chang S, He B. |
2021 |
|
|
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a 24 week Tai Chi intervention on the psychological health and sleep quality of older adult women. |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Tai Chi had a positive effect on fatigue, depression, vigor, and sleep quality on older adult women. The effect on depression and sleep quality lasted 4 weeks after the intervention stopped |
Res Sports Med |
PubMed |
33401978 |
10.1080/15438627.2020.1870976 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33401978/ |
| Can tai chi improve cognitive function? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials |
Liu F, Chen X, Nie P, Lin S, Guo J, Chen J, Yu L. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The review looked at literature on the impact of Tai Chi intervention among different populations' cognitive function improvement. |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 33 studies demonstrating Tai Chi could improve cognitive function in middle-aged and elderly people with cognitive impairment and older adults and college students |
J Altern Complement Med |
PubMed |
` |
10.1089/acm.2021.0084 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34314596/ |
| The effectiveness of tai chi for knee osteoarthritis: An overview of systematic reviews |
Ye Y, Liu A. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at literature on the impact of Tai Chi for Knee Osteoarthritis in older individuals. |
|
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
The review found six eligibility studies that demonstrated Tai Chi is effective in the integrative treatment of KOA but does not have enough quality of evidence. |
Int J Gen Med |
PubMed |
37814642 |
10.2147/IJGM.S434800 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37814642/ |
| A systematic review of the effects of aromatherapy with lavender essential oil on depression |
Jafari-Koulaee A, Elyasi F, Taraghi Z, Sadat Ilali E, Moosazadeh M. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of aromatherapy with lavender essential oil on depression. |
|
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
The review found 9 eligible studies with mixed results. Some studies showed positive effects of aromatherapy with lavender essential oil on depression and some reported no significant effect. |
Cent Asian J Glob Health |
PubMed |
35866093 |
10.5195/cajgh.2020.442 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35866093/ |
| Mind-body therapies for older adults with dementia: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Wang Y, Tang C, Fan X, Shirai K, Dong JY. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of mind-body therapies (MBTs) on older adults with dementia |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
Dementia |
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 9 eligible studies demonstrating that MBTs could improve some health outcomes among older populations with dementia |
Eur Geriatr Med |
PubMed |
35377128 |
10.1007/s41999-022-00639-z |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35377128/ |
| A comparison of two tai chi interventions tailored for different health outcomes |
Wu Y, Senk C, Coll P, Glenney S, Zaborowski K, Fortinsky R, Taylor B, Park C, Benson K, McGowan M, DiBiasi S, Chen MH, Pescatello L. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of two Tai Chi interventions (PRESSURE and BALANCE) that aimed to improve blood pressure or balance. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
PRESSURE significantly improved chair sit-to-stand (CSTS) test and gait speed compared to the control. BALANCE significantly improved single let stance test and CSTS and tended to lower SBP compared to the control group. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
33989797 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2021.102731 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33989797/ |
| Patient's and health care provider's perspectives on music therapy in palliative care - an integrative review |
Schmid W, Rosland JH, von Hofacker S, Hunskår I, Bruvik F. |
2018 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study aimed to understand providers' and users' perspective on music therapy in palliative care |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 12 eligible studies that showed positive changes in psycho-physiological well-being from both quantitative and qualitative research. |
BMC Palliat Care |
PubMed |
29463240 |
10.1186/s12904-018-0286-4 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29463240/ |
| Balance and functional training and health in adults: An overview of systematic reviews |
McLaughlin EC, El-Kotob R, Chaput JP, Janssen I, Kho ME, Poitras VJ, Ross R, Ross-White A, Saunders TJ, Sherrington C, Giangregorio LM. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review looked at literature on the effect of balance and functional strength training on health outcomes. |
Yes |
Yes (18+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 5 eligible studies that demonstrated a positive impact from balance and functional training on reduced falls and improved health outcomes. The studies all focused on adults 65 and older. |
Appl Physiol Nutr Metab |
PubMed |
33054334 |
10.1139/apnm-2020-0279 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33054334/ |
| Comparing cognitive behavioral therapy versus yoga for helping older adults address high levels of worry |
Brenes GA, Danhauer SC, Divers J, Miller ME. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and yoga on worry. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
Both CBT and yoga led to decrease in worry and anxiety symptom. CBT improved sleep more than Yoga. |
Comparing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy versus Yoga for Helping Older Adults Address High Levels of Worry |
PubMed |
38237006 |
10.25302/03.2021.CER.151133007 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38237006/ |
| Long-term tai chi practice in older adults is associated with "younger" functional abilities |
Ma Y, Gow BJ, Song R, Rist PM, Hausdorff JM, Lipsitz LA, Manor B, Wayne PM. |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of both long-term and short-term Tai Chi (TC) training on age-related decline in physical function in healthy older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (average = 64.2) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that long term TC training improved physical function in older adults, but the short term impact was not significant. The study found that more research will be needed. |
Aging Cell |
PubMed |
37905388 |
10.1111/acel.14023 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37905388/ |
| Yoga-based exercise improves balance and mobility in people aged 60 and over: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Youkhana S, Dean CM, Wolff M, Sherrington C, Tiedemann A. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature looking at the impact of a yoga-based exercise intervention on balance and physical mobility. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
This review identified 6 eligible studies that showed small improvements in balance and medium improvements in physical mobility. |
Age Ageing |
PubMed |
26707903 |
10.1093/ageing/afv175 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26707903/ |
| Effect of complementary therapies on functional capacity and quality of life among prefrail and frail older adults: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials |
Buto MSS, de Oliveira MPB, Carvalho C, Vassimon-Barroso V, Takahashi ACM. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of complementary therapies on prefrail and frail older adults. Tai Chi was the therapy with the main findings. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review identified 15 eligible studies that demonstrated Tai Chi could improve functional capacity and quality of life. |
Arch Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
32860990 |
10.1016/j.archger.2020.104236 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32860990/ |
| Tai chi practice enables prefrontal cortex bilateral activation and gait performance prioritization during dual-task negotiating obstacle in older adults |
Chen Y, Wan A, Mao M, Sun W, Song Q, Mao D. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive function of the prefrontal cortex in a 16 week intervention. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention led to improved cognitive resources. |
Front Aging Neurosci |
PubMed |
36466597 |
10.3389/fnagi.2022.1000427 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36466597/ |
| Effect of different types of tai chi exercise programs on the rate of change in bone mineral density in middle-aged adults at risk of osteoporosis: A randomized controlled trial |
Kong J, Tian C, Zhu L. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked a the impact of a 16-week Tai Chi intervention on bone mineral density (BMD). The target population was elderly individuals with osteoporosis (OP) |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found the Tai Chi intervention led to significant improvement sin BMD. |
J Orthop Surg Res |
PubMed |
38072989 |
10.1186/s13018-023-04324-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38072989/ |
| Impact of yoga on cognition and mental health among elderly: A systematic review |
Chobe S, Chobe M, Metri K, Patra SK, Nagaratna R. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of Yoga on cognitive and mental health in elderly individuals. |
Yes |
Yes |
Mental Health |
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 13 RCTs and found that the yoga intervention had positive impacts on attention, executive functions among cognitive variables and depression in elderly individuals. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
32951703 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102421 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32951703/ |
| Tai chi for spatiotemporal gait features and dynamic balancing capacity in elderly female patients with non-specific low back pain: A six-week randomized controlled trial |
Yan ZW, Yang Z, Yang J, Chen YF, Zhang XB, Song CL. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of Tai Chi on the gait and dynamic balance of elderly women. The intervention included Tai Chi 3 times a week for 6 weeks in 60 minute sessions. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi intervention significantly decreased VAS, stride width, gait velocity, stride length |
J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil |
PubMed |
35599469 |
10.3233/BMR-210247 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35599469/ |
| The effect of modified tai chi exercises on the physical function and quality of life in elderly women with knee osteoarthritis |
Song J, Wei L, Cheng K, Lin Q, Xia P, Wang X, Wang X, Yang T, Chen B, Ding A, Sun M, Chen A, Li X. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of Tai Chi on Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) in elderly women. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the Tai Chi intervention significantly improved pain, stiffness, and physical function using the Western Ontario and McMaster university Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) measure. |
Front Aging Neurosci |
PubMed |
35721018 |
10.3389/fnagi.2022.860762 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721018/ |
| Meta-analysis of the effect of yoga practice on physical fitness in the elderly |
Shin S. |
2021 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of a yoga intervention for 9-12 weeks on physical fitness of elderly individuals in their 60s and 70s. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that the yoga intervention had a positive effect on muscle strength, balance, and flexibility. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
34770176 |
10.3390/ijerph182111663 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34770176/ |
| The effect of tai chi in elderly individuals with sarcopenia and frailty: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials |
Huang CY, Mayer PK, Wu MY, Liu DH, Wu PC, Yen HR. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of Tai Chi on muscle mass, strength, and physical function. The target population included elderly individuals with sarcopenia and frailty. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
|
Favorable |
The review found 11 eligible studies that demonstrated significant benefit from Tai Chi on 30-second chair and stand test, timed up and go test, number of falls, and fear of falling. No effect was found on muscle mass, grip strength, gait speed, or Short Physical Performance Battery Scores. |
Ageing Res Rev |
PubMed |
36223875 |
10.1016/j.arr.2022.101747 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36223875/ |
| Laughter-inducing therapies: Systematic review and meta-analysis |
van der Wal CN, Kok RN. |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The review found literature on the impact of laughter inducing therapies on mental and physical health. |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Laughter-inducing therapies were shown to improve depression, but the study quality was low and had a substantial risk of bias. |
Soc Sci Med |
PubMed |
31029483 |
10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.02.018 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31029483/ |
| Effects of tai chi chuan on cognitive function in adults 60 years or older with type 2 diabetes and mild cognitive impairment in China: A randomized clinical trial |
Chen Y, Qin J, Tao L, Liu Z, Huang J, Liu W, Xu Y, Tang Q, Liu Y, Chen Z, Chen S, Liang S, Chen C, Xie J, Liu J, Chen L, Tao J. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of Tai Chi Chuan and fitness walking for cognitive function. The study had a target population of individuals with T2D and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
Diabetes |
Alochol/Drug Dependence |
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Favorable |
The study found that Tai chi Chuan improved Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) scores after 36 weeks. The study found that Tai Chi had more of an impact on global cognitive function than fitness walking. |
JAMA Netw Open |
PubMed |
37022680 |
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.7004 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37022680/ |
| Effect of yoga on frailty in older adults: A systematic review |
Loewenthal J, Innes KE, Mitzner M, Mita C, Orkaby AR. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of a yoga-based interventions on frailty in older adults. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The review identified 22 studies that demonstrated Yoga had positive impact on frailty markers, but might not be more effective than other active interventions. |
Ann Intern Med |
PubMed |
36913687 |
10.7326/M22-2553 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36913687/ |
| Aromatherapy for dementia |
Ball EL, Owen-Booth B, Gray A, Shenkin SD, Hewitt J, McCleery J. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The review looked literature on the impact of aromatherapy interventions on individuals with dementia in a |
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Neutral |
The review identified 13 eligible studies, but no benefit was found from aromatherapy. |
Cochrane Database Syst Rev |
PubMed |
32813272 |
10.1002/14651858.CD003150.pub3 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32813272/ |
| Effects of fitness qigong and tai chi on middle-aged and elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Li X, Si H, Chen Y, Li S, Yin N, Wang Z. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of 12 weeks of qigong and tai chi for middle-aged and older adults with T2DM. |
Yes |
Yes |
Diabetes |
|
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Favorable |
Outcomes included fasting plasma glucose (FpG), glycated hemoglobin (HbA1C),and C-peptide (C-P) levels. There was significant influence on HbA1C and C-P levels. Study found qigong intervention could have more impact on patients with longer duration of T2DM and Tai Chi could be risky for people with central obesity. |
PLoS One |
PubMed |
33332396 |
10.1371/journal.pone.0243989 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33332396/ |
| Effects of tai chi or conventional exercise on central obesity in middle-aged and older adults: A three-group randomized controlled trial |
Siu PM, Yu AP, Chin EC, Yu DS, Hui SS, Woo J, Fong DY, Wei GX, Irwin MR. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a Tai Chi intervention for management of central obesity. |
Yes |
Yes (50+) |
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Favorable |
Primary outcome: waist circumference (WC) Secondary outcomes: body weight; body mass index; high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), triglyceride, and fasting plasma glucose levels; blood pressure; and incidence of remission of central obesity.
The study found that Tai Chi improved waist circumference in adults with central obesity. |
Ann Intern Med |
PubMed |
34058100 |
10.7326/M20-7014 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34058100/ |
| Effects of mindfulness-based tai chi chuan on physical performance and cognitive function among cognitive frailty older adults: A six-month follow-up of a randomized controlled trial |
Jiayuan Z, Xiang-Zi J, Li-Na M, Jin-Wei Y, Xue Y. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a mindfulness-based Tai Chi Chuan intervention on physical performance and cognitive function. The study aimed to understand the impact for cognitive frailty older adults. |
Yes |
No |
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Favorable |
The study found improvement in cognitive function and physical performance between time groups. Rate of CF was significantly different between groups after 6 months. The MTCC intervention group had lower prevalence of frailty and better cognitive function. |
J Prev Alzheimers Dis |
PubMed |
35098980 |
10.14283/jpad.2021.40 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35098980/ |
| Harnessing the benefits of yoga for myositis, muscle dystrophies, and other musculoskeletal disorders |
Saud A, Abbasi M, Merris H, Parth P, Jones XM, Aggarwal R, Gupta L. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of yoga therapy interventions on systemic chronic diseases |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that yoga improved chronic pain, lung function, improved balance, and mental health. |
Clin Rheumatol |
PubMed |
35854165 |
10.1007/s10067-022-06280-2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35854165/ |
| An evidence map of the effect of tai chi on health outcomes |
Solloway MR, Taylor SL, Shekelle PG, Miake-Lye IM, Beroes JM, Shanman RM, Hempel S. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looks at the volume and focus of Tai Chi research that shows health outcomes. |
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Favorable |
Studies found in this reviewed showed promising results for hypertension, fall prevention outside of institutions, cognitive performance, osteoarthritis, depression, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pain, balance, confidence, and muscle strength. The review did find methodological limitations in the studies. |
Syst Rev |
PubMed |
27460789 |
10.1186/s13643-016-0300-y |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27460789/ |
| Effect of yoga on health-related outcomes in people at risk of fractures: A systematic review |
Kim KV, Bartley J, Ashe MC, Bardai Z, Butt DA, Chilibeck PD, Ponzano M, Rodrigues IB, Stapleton J, Thabane L, Wark JD, Giangregorio L. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The s study looked at the impact of yoga for men and postmenopausal women with increased risk of fracture. |
Yes |
Yes (50+) |
|
|
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Neutral |
Evidence had low certainty and yoga did now show effect on health-related quality of life and mixed results for other outcomes. |
Appl Physiol Nutr Metab |
PubMed |
34914565 |
10.1139/apnm-2021-0736 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34914565/ |
| Tai chi for fall prevention and balance improvement in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials |
Chen W, Li M, Li H, Lin Y, Feng Z. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on impact of Tai Chi on fall prevention and balance improvement in older adults |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
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Favorable |
Tai Chi reduced the risk of falls and decreased the number of falls in older adults. It also improved balance. |
Front Public Health |
PubMed |
37736087 |
10.3389/fpubh.2023.1236050 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37736087/ |
| Effectiveness of tai chi on older adults: A systematic review of systematic reviews with re-meta-analysis |
Leung LYL, Tam HL, Ho JKM. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Examined the impact of Tai Chi on the physical/psychological conditions, cognitive abilities and quality of life in older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (50+) |
|
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Favorable |
The review found 24 eligible studies that demonstrated Tai Chi can be an effective intervention for older adults for improving physical and psychological conditions, cognitive abilities, and QoL. |
Arch Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
36058045 |
10.1016/j.archger.2022.104796 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36058045/ |
| Effects of tai chi combined with tdcs on cognitive function in patients with mci: A randomized controlled trial |
Xu Y, Zhu J, Liu H, Qiu Z, Wu M, Liu J, Wu J, Huang J, Liu Z, Liu W, Tao J. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of a Tai Chi intervention combined with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on the cognitive performance of patients with mild cognitive impairment. |
Yes (50 - 75) |
Yes (50+) |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that there was significant improvement in global cognitive performance, memory, execution function, and attention in patients with MCI from the Tai Chi intervention combined with tDCS. |
Front Public Health |
PubMed |
37608981 |
10.3389/fpubh.2023.1199246 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37608981/ |
| Systematic review of yoga interventions to promote cardiovascular health in older adults |
Barrows JL, Fleury J. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The review looked for literature on yoga-based physical activity interventions to understand the impact on cardiovascular health in older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (sample mean age 60+) |
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|
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Favorable |
The review found there was significant improvement in blood pressure, body composition, glucose, and lipids from yoga-based interventions. |
West J Nurs Res |
PubMed |
26689218 |
10.1177/0193945915618610 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26689218/ |
| Tai chi for health and well-being: A bibliometric analysis of published clinical studies between 2010 and 2020 |
Yang GY, Sabag A, Hao WL, Zhang LN, Jia MX, Dai N, Zhang H, Ayati Z, Cheng YJ, Zhang CH, Zhang XW, Bu FL, Wen M, Zhou X, Liu JP, Wayne PM, Ee C, Chang D, Kiat H, Hunter J, Bensoussan A. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The review found literature on the impact of Tai Chi interventions. |
|
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Favorable |
987 studies were identified and 93.8% reported a least one favorable outcome from Tai Chi. |
Complement Ther Med |
PubMed |
34118389 |
10.1016/j.ctim.2021.102748 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34118389/ |
| Tai chi improves cognitive function of dementia patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Liu DM, Wang L, Huang LJ. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The review found literature on the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive and physical function in elderly individuals with dementia. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
The review identified 7 studies that demonstrated the Tai Chi intervention improved cognitive function among persons with dementia but had no significant impact on physical and emotional benefits. |
Altern There Health Med |
PubMed |
35839111 |
|
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35839111/ |
| Tai chi improves psychoemotional state, cognition, and motor learning in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic |
Solianik R, Mickevičienė D, Žlibinaitė L, Čekanauskaitė A. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a 10-week Tai Chi intervention to understand the effect on psych emotional state, cognition, and motor learning in older adults. The study looked at this during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Yes |
Yes (60-78) |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that Tai Chi decreased perceived stress, decreased depressive symptoms and increased BDNF levels. It demonstrated Tai Chi could improve mental and physical function in older adults during pandemic conditions. |
Exp Gerontol |
PubMed |
33887380 |
10.1016/j.exger.2021.111363 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33887380/ |
| Effect of tai chi on cognitive function among older adults with cognitive impairment: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Gu R, Gao Y, Zhang C, Liu X, Sun Z. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review found literature on the impact of Tai Chi on cognitive impairment patients |
|
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|
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Neutral |
The review found 9 studies but limited evidence to show that Tai Chi is effective for older adults with cognitive impairment. |
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med |
PubMed |
34394392 |
10.1155/2021/6679153 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34394392/ |
| A randomized controlled trial of tai chi chih or health education for geriatric depression |
Lavretsky H, Milillo MM, Kilpatrick L, Grzenda A, Wu P, Nguyen SA, Ercoli LM, Siddarth P. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a combined Tai Chi Chih (TCC) or Health Education and Wellness training (HEW) with the stable standard antidepressant treatment intervention to understand the impact on mood and cognitive functioning in depressed older adults. |
Yes |
Yes (60+) |
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found that both TCC and HEW showed improved symptoms of depression in older adults when combined with a standard antidepressant treatment. TCC improving general health more than HEW. |
Am J Geriatr Psychiatry |
PubMed |
34404606 |
10.1016/j.jagp.2021.07.008 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34404606/ |
| Health impacts of unlimited access to networked transportation in older adults |
Saxon L, Ebert R, Sobhani M. |
2019 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
This study examines the effect of unlimited transportation access on health among older adults. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
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Favorable |
Improved quality-of-daily-living was reported in 90% of subjects and 66% reported increased social visits. |
The Journal of mHealth |
Siren |
|
|
https://thejournalofmhealth.com/health-impacts-of-unlimited-access-to-networked-transportation-in-older-adults/ |
| Going to the doctor: Rideshare as nonemergency medical transportation |
Fraade-Blanar L, Koo T, Whaley CM |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
Rideshare-based transportation was provided to individuals with complex conditions primarily for medical services, but the article includes ample data tables that speak to nonmedical needs. |
No |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Authors found that rideshare-based NEMT could help reduce system strain and satisfy an unmet or poorly met need for on-demand cost-effective solutions within the NEMT ecosystem. Other aspects of the piece address nonmedical transportation needs. |
RAND Research Reports |
Grey Literature |
|
10.7249/RRA1019-1 |
https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA1019-1.html |
| Traveling towards disease: Transportation barriers to health care access |
Syed ST, Gerber BS, Sharp LK |
2013 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
No |
|
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|
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Favorable |
A lack of reliable transportation can lead to missed or delayed care and medication use which can harm chronic disease management and lead to poorer health overall. |
J Community Health |
Google |
23543372 |
10.1007/s10900-013-9681-1 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4265215/ |
| Lack of reliable transportation for daily living among
adults: United States, 2022 |
Ng AE, Adjaye-Gbewonyo D, Dahlhamer J |
2024 |
Federal Policy or Report |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
No |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
5.7% of US adults lacked reliable transportation in 2022. Particularly among older adults with lower incomes and without insurance, this can lead to reduced access to health care and negative health outcomes overall. |
CDC |
Google |
|
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https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db490.pdf |
| Transportation equity for older adults |
Fraade-Blanar L, Best R, Shih RA |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Transportation insecurity among older adults can lead to depression, isolation, early entry into care facilities, and delays in care which can be costly and dangerous. |
RAND |
Google |
|
10.7249/PEA1615-1 |
https://www.rand.org/pubs/perspectives/PEA1615-1.html |
| A systematic review of interventions to minimize transportation barriers among people with chronic diseases |
Starbird LE, DiMaina C, Sun CA, Han HR |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review appraises studies on the types and impact of interventions that address transportation to chronic are management. |
No |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Transportation insecurity disproportionately affects individuals with chronic diseases. As a result of transportation interventions, studies found an improvement in rates of cancer screening, chronic disease management, hospital utilization, and follow up adherence. |
J Community Health |
Google |
30206755 |
10.1007/s10900-018-0572-3 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6450539/ |
| Gender and transportation access among community-dwelling seniors |
Dupuis J, Weiss DR, Wolfson C |
2007 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
A high number of seniors who experience transportation insecurity are women. In addition, those who experience barriers to transportation have poorer health and lower income. |
Can J Aging |
Google |
17613446 |
10.3138/cja.26.2.149 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17613446/ |
| Social determinants of health series: Transportation and the role of hospitals |
|
2017 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
No |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Reliable transportation is a vehicle for wellness and is essential to accessing health care services. Without reliable transportation, there can be delayed care, increased spending, and overall poorer health. |
American Hospital Association |
Google |
|
|
https://www.aha.org/ahahret-guides/2017-11-15-social-determinants-health-series-transportation-and-role-hospitals |
| What environmental factors influence resumption of valued activities post stroke: A systematic review of qualitative and quantitative findings |
Jellema S, van Hees S, Zajec J, van der Sande R, Nijhuis-van der Sanden MW, Steultjens EM. |
2017 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
Stroke |
|
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Favorable |
The following environmental factors facilitated reengagement in personally valued activities post-stroke: personal adapted equipment; accessible environments; transport; services; education and information. |
Clin Rehabil |
PubMed |
27681480 |
10.1177/0269215516671013 |
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0269215516671013 |
| Finding social need-les in a haystack: Ascertaining social needs of Medicare patients recorded in the notes of care managers |
Shafer PR, Davis A, Clark JA |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
Transportation as a barrier to care among Medicare enrollees with multiple chronic illnesses came up relatively less frequently in chronic care management encounters (0.1%). |
BMC Health Serv Res |
Siren |
38087286 |
10.1186/s12913-023-10446-2 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10717654/ |
| Addressing transportation insecurity among patients with cancer |
Graboyes EM, Chaiyachati KH, Sisto Gall J, Johnson W, Krishnan JA, McManus SS, Thompson L, Shulman LN, Yabroff KR |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
No |
|
Cancer |
|
|
Favorable |
As a result of transportation insecurity, patients with cancer may forego, miss, delay, alter, and/or prematurely terminate necessary care. Limited data suggest that these alterations in care have the potential to increase the rates of cancer recurrence and mortality and exacerbate disparities in cancer incidence, severity, and outcomes. |
J Natl Cancer Inst. |
Siren |
36130286 |
10.1093/jnci/djac134 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9745432/ |
| Association of social needs and healthcare utilization among Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries in the Accountable Health Communities model |
Holcomb J, Highfield L, Ferguson GM, Morgan RO |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
Using data from the Greater Houston Accountable Health Communities (GH-AHC) model, transportation was identified as a health-related social need for 28% of participants. |
J Gen Intern Med |
Siren |
PMC9585111 |
10.1007/s11606-022-07403-w |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35132551/ |
| Impact of transportation interventions on health care outcomes: A systematic review |
Solomon EM, Wing H, Steiner JF, Gottlieb LM |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study summarizes existing research on the effectiveness of non-emergency medical transportation interventions. |
|
|
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|
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Neutral |
Results were mixed. More rigorous studies showed low patient uptake of transportation services and inconsistent impacts on health and utilization outcomes. |
Med Care |
Siren |
31985588 |
10.1097/MLR.0000000000001292 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31985588/ |
| Access to transportation and health care visits for Medicaid enrollees with diabetes |
Thomas LV, Wedel KR, Christopher JE |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the association between Medicaid-provided non-emergency medical transportation and diabetes care visits. |
No |
|
Diabetes |
|
|
Favorable |
Use of nonemergency medical transportation is a significant predictor of diabetes care visits. Positive association between the use of transportation and number of visits. |
J Rural Health |
Siren |
28370462 |
10.1111/jrh.12239 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28370462/ |
| Effect of interventions for non-emergent medical transportation: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Shekelle PG, Begashaw MM, Miake-Lye IM, Booth M, Myers B, Renda A. |
2022 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study examines the association between interventions aimed at reducing barriers to non-emergency transportation and non-medical transportation and health and health care utilization. |
|
|
|
|
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Neutral |
NEMT interventions lead to fewer missed appointments. NMT lead to improved QOL, but no change in satisfaction with life or depression. |
BMC Public Health |
PubMed |
35449011 |
10.1186/s12889-022-13149-1 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35449011/ |
| Rideshare-based medical transportation for Medicaid patients and primary care show rates: A difference-in-difference analysis of a pilot program |
Chaiyachati KH, Hubbard RA, Yeager A, Mugo B, Shea JA, Rosin R, Grande D. |
2018 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effect of rideshare-based medical transportation on the proportion of Medicaid patients attending scheduled primary care appointments. |
|
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|
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Favorable |
NEMT increased show rate; odds of showing at intervention site were 2.57 times more than control site. The authors also included an extensive description of transportation barriers faced by low-income patients that extends to non-medical transportation needs. |
J Gen Intern Med |
PubMed |
29380214 |
10.1007/s11606-018-4306-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29380214/ |
| Physical activity levels and new public transit: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Xiao C, Goryakin Y, Cecchini M. |
2019 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Meta-analysis evaluating the association between new public transportation options and intensities of physical activity. |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Building new public transit options is associated with a statistically significant increase in light to moderate physical activity levels |
Am J Prev Med |
PubMed |
30777164 |
10.1016/j.amepre.2018.10.022 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29433955/ |
| The association of physical activity behaviors and patterns with aging acceleration: Evidence from the UK biobank |
Zhu J, Yang Y, Zeng Y, Han X, Chen W, Hu Y, Qu Y, Yang H, Valdimarsdóttir UA, Fang F, Song H. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the relationship between physical activity behaviors and patterns with acceleration of the aging process. Physical activity patterns include activities such as walking, light and heavy housework, and use of public transportation. |
|
|
|
|
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Favorable |
Public transportation use was associated with a lower risk of aging acceleration |
J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci |
PubMed |
36815559 |
10.1093/gerona/glad064 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36815559/ |
| Staying connected: Alternative transportation use, neighborhoods, and social participation among older Americans |
Latham-Mintus K, Manierre M, Miller K. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the effect of alternative transportation use on participation in diverse social activities among older adults |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The use of public transportation, paratransit, getting a ride, or walking/using wheelchair/scooter to get places was associated with participating in more types of social activities. Respondents who used alternative transportation had less steep declines in participation. The effect of getting rides and using paratransit services was more pronounced among respondents living in disordered neighborhoods. |
Gerontologist |
PubMed |
34133722 |
10.1093/geront/gnab084 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34133722/ |
| Health impacts of the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway: A natural experimental study |
Ogilvie D, Panter J, Guell C, Jones A, Mackett R, Griffin S. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review analyzes the effect of investment in new high-quality transport infrastructure on increase in active commuting and wider health impacts of changes in travel behavioral, and determinants of the use and uptake of active commuting. |
|
|
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|
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Favorable |
New transit affected commuting behavior. Observational evidence suggesting a relationship between active commuting, greater overall physical activity, and improved well-being and weight status. |
Health impacts of the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway: a natural experimental study |
PubMed |
26764445 |
10.3310/phr04010 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26764445/ |
| Are detailed, patient-level social determinant of health factors associated with physical function and mental health at presentation among new patients with orthopedic conditions? |
Bernstein DN, Lans A, Karhade AV, Heng M, Poolman RW, Schwab JH, Tobert DG. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
A lack of reliable transportation was associated with worse physical and mental health symptoms at new patient encounters among patients with orthopedic conditions. |
Clin Orthop Relat Res |
PubMed |
36201422 |
10.1097/CORR.0000000000002446 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36201422/ |
| Public transit generates new physical activity: Evidence from individual GPS and accelerometer data before and after light rail construction in a neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah, USA |
Miller HJ, Tribby CP, Brown BB, Smith KR, Werner CM, Wolf J, Wilson L, Oliveira MG. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the effect of light rail transit on physical activity levels. |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Building new public transit options is associated with a statistically significant increase in light to moderate physical activity levels |
Health Place |
PubMed |
26340643 |
10.1016/j.healthplace.2015.08.005 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27583528/ |
| Seasonal patterns of community participation and mobility of wheelchair users over an entire year |
Borisoff JF, Ripat J, Chan F. |
2018 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Among people who use wheelchairs to participate and move at home and in the community, mobility was affected by seasons and daily weather. Inaccessible public environments were the primary barrier to community mobility and participation; access to social supports and private transportation were the primary supports. |
Arch Phys Med Rehabil |
PubMed |
29580935 |
10.1016/j.apmr.2018.02.011 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29580935/ |
| Municipal transportation policy as a population health intervention: Estimating the impact of the City of Ottawa transportation master plan on diabetes incidence |
Arnason T, Tanuseputro P, Tuna M, Manuel D. |
2019 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
A population-level municipal transportation policy shift could prevent as many as 1620 incident cases of diabetes over 10 years, the largest number prevented by increases in public transit use. This population effect was equal to 17,300 inactive individuals or 12,300 inactive individuals > 45 years old undertaking a clinical preventive intervention to increase physical activity. |
Can J Public Health |
PubMed |
30628043 |
10.17269/s41997-018-0168-9 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30628043/ |
| Trips4health: a single-blinded randomized controlled trial incentivizing adult public transport use for physical activity gain |
Evans JT, Stanesby O, Blizzard L, Jose K, Sharman MJ, Ball K, Greaves S, Palmer AJ, Cooper K, Gall SL, Cleland VJ. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study aimed to determine the effect of a financial incentive-based intervention on public transportation use and physical activity. |
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Favorable |
This study found evidence that financial incentive-based intervention to increase public transport use is effective in increasing transport-related physical activity |
Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act |
PubMed |
37587424 |
10.1186/s12966-023-01500-7 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37587424/ |
| The social context of driving cessation: Understanding the effects of cessation on the life satisfaction of older drivers and their social partners |
Schryer E, Boerner K, Horowitz A, Reinhardt JP, Mock SE. |
2019 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
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Neutral |
Driving cessation of older adults was associated with a decline in life satisfaction among social partners but not for the drivers. Life satisfaction was greater among the social partners of ex-drivers who used public transportation more frequently. |
J Appl Gerontol |
PubMed |
29183239 |
10.1177/0733464817741683 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29183239/ |
| Effect of a group intervention to promote older adults' adjustment to driving cessation on community mobility: A randomized controlled trial |
Liddle J, Haynes M, Pachana NA, Mitchell G, McKenna K, Gustafsson L. |
2014 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effect of a group education and support program on community mobility. |
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Favorable |
Participating in the intervention was significantly associated with a higher number of episodes away from home per week. Participation in the intervention also significantly predicted higher use of public transport at immediately postintervention, higher use of walking at immediately postintervention, increased aspects of community mobility self-efficacy, and higher satisfaction with transport at 3-month follow-up. |
Gerontologist |
PubMed |
23512770 |
10.1093/geront/gnt019 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23512770/ |
| A pilot randomized trial of a companion robot for people with dementia living in the community |
Liang A, Piroth I, Robinson H, MacDonald B, Fisher M, Nater UM, Skoluda N, Broadbent E. |
2017 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors test the social, behavioral, and physiological effects of a companion robot among people with dementia in a day care and home setting. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
Observations showed that Paro significantly improved facial expressions (affect) and communication with staff (social interaction) at the day care centers. Sub analyses showed that care recipients with less cognitive impairment responded significantly better to Paro. There were no significant differences in care recipient dementia symptoms, nor physiological measures between the intervention and control group. |
J Am Med Dir Assoc |
PubMed |
28668664 |
10.1016/j.jamda.2017.05.019 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28668664/ |
| Primary care-based interventions addressing social isolation and loneliness in older people: A scoping review |
Galvez-Hernandez P, González-de Paz L, Muntaner C |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review identifies and characterizes loneliness and social isolation interventions, and detect factors influencing implementation of said interventions in primary care. |
Yes |
|
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Neutral |
There is an apparent lack of consistency in strategies to identify lonely and socially isolated older adults. |
BMJ Open |
Siren |
35121608 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2021-057729 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35121608/ |
| The effect of social support in chronic back pain: Number of treatment sessions and reported level of disability |
Oraison HM, Kennedy GA. |
2021 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors test the effect of social support on treatment uptake and adherence in chronic back pain patients. |
|
Yes |
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Favorable |
Findings indicated that age, social support had a significant positive effect on the number of treatment sessions attended by participants and that life control, affective distress, and level of social support were negatively related to disability levels |
Disabil Rehabil |
PubMed |
31564167 |
10.1080/09638288.2019.1668969 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31564167/ |
| A social robot intervention on depression, loneliness, and quality of life for taiwanese older adults in long-term care |
Chen SC, Moyle W, Jones C, Petsky H. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effect of a social robot intervention on mental health outcomes and quality of life among older adults in long-term care. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
Significant changes in decreasing depression and loneliness and improving quality of life over time were identified. Three themes emerged from the interviews: (i) humanizing Paro through referring to personal experiences and engagement; (ii) increased social interaction with other people; and (iii) companionship resulting in improved mental well-being. |
Int Psychogeriatr |
PubMed |
32284080 |
10.1017/S1041610220000459 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32284080/ |
| Friends from the future: A scoping review of research into robots and computer agents to combat loneliness in older people |
Gasteiger N, Loveys K, Law M, Broadbent E. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review examines studies on the effectiveness of interventions using social robots or computer agents to reduce loneliness in older adults. |
Yes |
|
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Neutral |
The majority of results showed that robots or computer agents positively impacted at least one loneliness outcome measure. Some unintended negative consequences on social outcomes were reported, such as sadness when the robot was removed. Overall, the interventions helped to combat loneliness by acting as a direct companion (69%), a catalyst for social interaction (41%), facilitating remote communication with others (10%) and reminding users of upcoming social engagements (3%). |
Clin Interv Aging |
PubMed |
34079242 |
10.2147/CIA.S282709 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8163580/ |
| Positive and negative social support and depressive symptoms according to economic status among adults in Korea: Cross-sectional results from the health examinees-gem study |
Lee HY, Oh J, Kawachi I, Heo J, Kim S, Lee JK, Kang D. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
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Favorable |
The level of positive and negative social support showed a negative and positive association with depressive symptom score, a negative association between level of positive social support and depressive symptom score was more pronounced as income was lower and level of negative social support was higher |
BMJ Open |
PubMed |
31005905 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2018-023036 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31005905/ |
| Effectiveness of a social inclusion program in people with non-affective psychosis |
Mazzi F, Baccari F, Mungai F, Ciambellini M, Brescancin L, Starace F. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines associations between social interventions and personal and social recovery outcomes among adults. |
|
Yes |
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Favorable |
The results of the study suggest that social inclusion interventions may be effective in people suffering from non-affective psychosis. A dose-effect relationship was also found between higher number of activities per patient and better outcomes within both social and psychopathological domains. |
BMC Psychiatry |
PubMed |
29879925 |
10.1186/s12888-018-1728-5 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29879925/ |
| Relationship between social engagement and diabetes incidence in a middle-aged population: Results from a longitudinal nationwide survey in Japan |
Shibayama T, Noguchi H, Takahashi H, Tamiya N. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
No |
Yes |
Diabetes |
|
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Favorable |
Respondents who participated in social activities, had the companionship of friends, lived with someone and were employed were significantly less vulnerable to diabetes than were those who did not. |
J Diabetes Investig |
PubMed |
32586693 |
10.1111/jdi.12820 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29430865/ |
| Peer companionship for mental health of older adults in primary care: A pragmatic, nonblinded, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial |
Conwell Y, Van Orden KA, Stone DM, McIntosh WL, Messing S, Rowe J, Podgorski C, Kaukeinen KA, Tu X. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors test the effect of peer companionship intervention on mental health outcomes among adults. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
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Neutral |
There was no difference between groups in change in suicidal ideation or belonging; intervention had greater reduction in depression and perceived burden on others |
Am J Geriatr Psychiatry |
PubMed |
26156119 |
10.1016/j.jagp.2020.05.021 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32586693/ |
| Social support buffering of the relation between low income and elevated blood pressure in at-risk African-American adults |
Coulon SM, Wilson DK. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
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Favorable |
Results indicated an inverse relation between social support and diastolic BP, and also an interaction with income, such that higher social support related to lower diastolic BP in the lowest-income individuals. The hypothesized buffering effect of social support on the adverse relation of income to BP was partially supported in at-risk African-American adults. |
J Behav Med |
PubMed |
32791383 |
10.1007/s10865-015-9656-z |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26156119/ |
| The associations between loneliness, social exclusion and pain in the general population: A N=502,528 cross-sectional UK Biobank study |
Allen SF, Gilbody S, Atkin K, van der Feltz-Cornelis C. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The findings show loneliness and social exclusion as a multifaceted construct are linked to an increased prevalence of pain. |
J Psychiatr Res |
PubMed |
38175944 |
10.1016/j.jpsychires.2020.06.028 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32791383/ |
| Examining the effect of contactless intergenerational befriending intervention on social isolation among older adults and students' attitude toward companionship: Content analysis |
Sen K, Laheji N, Ramamonjiarivelo Z, Renick C, Osborne R, Beauvais B. |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Intergenerational befriending intervention reduced boredom and loneliness among older adults and enhanced positive attitude and confidence among university students. Older adults showed interest in the intervention and shared their daily life experiences with the students, which helped to reduce the gap between generations. |
JMIR Aging |
PubMed |
35394621 |
10.2196/47908 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10865196/ |
| Participant perspectives on the effects of an African American faith-based health promotion educational intervention: A qualitative study |
Majee W, Anakwe A, Onyeaka K, Laboy V, Mutamba J, Shikles M, Chen LW. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effect of Live Well by Faith, a government support faith-based program to promote healthy living across several African American Churches, on promoting overall wellness among African Americans. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Most participants reported increased awareness about chronic health conditions, better social supports to facilitate behavior change, and creation of health networks within the community. |
J Racial Ethn Health Disparities |
PubMed |
27346650 |
10.1007/s40615-022-01299-2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35394621/ |
| Effects of a home-based and volunteer-administered physical training, nutritional, and social support program on malnutrition and frailty in older persons: A randomized controlled trial |
Luger E, Dorner TE, Haider S, Kapan A, Lackinger C, Schindler K. |
2016 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effect of a home-based and volunteer-administered physical training and nutritional intervention program compared with social support intervention nutritional and frailty status among prefrail and frail older adults living in the community. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The results indicate that a home-based physical training, nutritional, and social support intervention conducted by nonprofessionals is feasible and can help to tackle malnutrition and frailty in older persons living at home. Furthermore, social support alone also can result in improvement. In particular, older adults with impaired nutritional status at baseline can benefit more from the intervention. |
J Am Med Dir Assoc |
PubMed |
38709573 |
10.1016/j.jamda.2016.04.018 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27346650/ |
| A mixed methods feasibility study of a virtual group-based social support program for older adults in residential care |
Millett G, Franco G, Fiocco AJ. |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effect of the JAVA Music Club-Digital (JMC-D), a social intervention designed to mitigate risks of physical distancing due COVID-19 pandemic isolation, on mental health outcomes among older adults living in residential care. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
Across the three time points there was a large effect for depressive symptoms, social isolation, and quality of life, though not statistically significant. There was a significant immediate increase in happiness following engagement in the JMC-D sessions. |
Aging Ment Health |
PubMed |
29430865 |
10.1080/13607863.2024.2345776 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38709573/ |
| Effects of horticultural therapy on psychosocial health in older nursing home residents: A preliminary study |
Chen YM, Ji JY. |
2015 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors examine the effect of horticultural therapy on psychosocial health outcomes in older adults living in nursing homes. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The results of generalized estimating equation showed significant improvements in depression and loneliness. Four categories emerged from the qualitative data content analysis: social connection, anticipation and hope, sense of achievement, and companionship. |
J Nurs Res |
PubMed |
25534575 |
10.1097/jnr.0000000000000063 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25534575/ |
| Intervention to reduce perceived loneliness in community-dwelling older people |
Rodríguez-Romero R, Herranz-Rodríguez C, Kostov B, Gené-Badia J, Sisó-Almirall A |
2020 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors test perceived loneliness and depression and social support and quality of life among older adults living in the community, compared with non-lonely controls from the same area. Activities studied included educational workshops, mindfulness, yoga, walking and visits to urban gardens. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The intervention mainly reached people with moderate loneliness and significantly improved the perception of loneliness, depressive symptoms, social support and the mental health component of the quality of life. |
Scand J Caring Sci |
Siren |
32285499 |
10.1111/scs.12852 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32285499/ |
| User-friendly chatbot to mitigate the psychological stress of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: Development and usability study |
Chou YH, Lin C, Lee SH, Lee YF, Cheng LC. |
2024 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors examine the effect of chatbots on psychological stress among older adults amidst social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Use of the chatbot lead to loneliness significantly improving in the older group ≥65 years. |
JMIR Form Res |
PubMed |
38477965 |
10.2196/49462 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38477965/ |
| Social isolation and social support influence health service utilization and survival after a cardiovascular disease event: A systematic review |
Freak-Poli R, Hu J, Phyo AZZ, Barker SF. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review appraises studies on the association between social isolation, low social support, and loneliness with health service utilization and survival after a cardiovascular disease event among adults. |
|
|
Cardiovascular Disorders |
|
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Favorable |
Lower social support is associated with high-intensity healthcare services, lower outpatient rehabilitation attendance, greater rehospitalization and poorer survival |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
36981761 |
10.3390/ijerph20064853 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36981761/ |
| The effect of a social robot intervention on sleep and motor activity of people living with dementia and chronic pain: A pilot randomized controlled trial |
Pu L, Moyle W, Jones C, Todorovic M. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effect of a social robot intervention on sleep and motor activity among nursing home residents living with dementia and chronic pain. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
|
Favorable |
Intervention group had greater increase in night sleep period, daytime wakefulness, and greater reduction in daytime sleep. No significant results were found for motor activity. |
Maturitas |
PubMed |
33358203 |
10.1016/j.maturitas.2020.09.003 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33358203/ |
| Internet-based conversational engagement randomized controlled clinical trial (I-CONNECT) among socially isolated adults 75+ years old with normal cognition or mild cognitive impairment: Topline results |
Dodge HH, Yu K, Wu CY, Pruitt PJ, Asgari M, Kaye JA, Hampstead BM, Struble L, Potempa K, Lichtenberg P, Croff R, Albin RL, Silbert LC; I-CONECT Team. |
2024 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effect of enhanced social interactions, internet-based conversational engagement, on brain function among socially isolated older adults without dementia. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
|
Favorable |
Experimental group had higher global cognitive test scores; experimental group participants with normal cognition had higher language-based executive function; experimental group of mild cognitive impairment subjects had higher encoding function |
Gerontologist |
PubMed |
37935416 |
10.1093/geront/gnad147 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37935416/ |
| Effects of a family-based diabetes intervention on family social capital outcomes for Mexican American adults |
McEwen MM, Pasvogel A, Murdaugh C. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effect of a culturally-tailored family-based self-management education and social support intervention on family social capital with among Mexican American adults with type 2 diabetes and their family member. |
Yes |
|
Diabetes |
|
|
Neutral |
Social integration scores did not change over time, sustained intervention effect was noted for family efficacy for general health and total family efficacy |
Diabetes Educ |
PubMed |
30895881 |
10.1177/0145721719837899 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30895881/ |
| The relationships between social support and loneliness: A meta-analysis and review |
Zhang X, Dong S. |
2022 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Higher levels of social support were negatively correlated with loneliness, with stronger results for rural populations, effect of perceived social supports is greater than others, and friend support is stronger than family and significant other support. |
Acta Psychol (Amst) |
PubMed |
35576818 |
10.1016/j.actpsy.2022.103616 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35576818/ |
| Interventions associated with reduced loneliness and social isolation in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Hoang P, King JA, Moore S, Moore K, Reich K, Sidhu H, Tan CV, Whaley C, McMillan J. |
2022 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines interventions associated with a reduction in loneliness and social isolation among older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
Social intervention studies had no effect on loneliness and/or isolation. |
JAMA Netw Open |
PubMed |
36251294 |
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.36676 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36251294/ |
| Addressing social isolation to improve the health of older adults: A rapid review |
Veazie S, Gilbert J, Winchell K, Paynter R, Guise JM. |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
The authors reviewed recent literature evaluating the effectiveness of multiple interventions that target social isolation and loneliness to improve health care and/or health care utilization. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
Few social interventions had positive effects on social isolation and health outcomes |
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality |
PubMed |
30830728 |
|
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK537909/ |
| Do interventions reducing social vulnerability improve health in community dwelling older adults? A systematic review |
Mah J, Rockwood K, Stevens S, Keefe J, Andrew MK. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors appraised evidence on the effectiveness of multiple complex interventions designed to reduce social vulnerability to improve health related outcomes among older adults living in the community. Matches CMS definition. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
There was evidence to support positive influences of social support interventions on function, cognition, subjective health, and reduced hospital utilization. The evidence was mixed for non-hospital healthcare utilization and insufficient to determine effect on mortality. |
Clin Interv Aging |
PubMed |
35431543 |
10.2147/CIA.S349836 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35431543/ |
| Leisure and social supports in relation to positive affect among older adults |
Lee S, Ryu J, Heo J. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors used a bootstrapping technique to hypothesize the relationship between leisure, social support, and positive affect. |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
Results indicated that leisure activity, social support, and positive affect were significantly associated, but the relationship varied. |
J Appl Gerontol |
PubMed |
33541189 |
10.1177/0733464821990485 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33541189/ |
| Customized information and communication technology for reducing social isolation and loneliness among older adults: Scoping review |
Thangavel G, Memedi M, Hedström K. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study explores information and communication technology solutions for reducing social isolation or loneliness among older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Neutral |
Half of studies showed an improvement in health and half reported no significant changes in health. |
JMIR Ment Health |
PubMed |
35254273 |
10.2196/34221 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35254273/ |
| Social interventions: an effective approach to reduce adult depression? |
Nagy E, Moore S. |
2017 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review appraises studies on social interventions that have been designed to reduce depression in adults. |
|
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
Majority of studies found depressive symptoms were reduced among the participating adults from the general population |
J Affect Disord |
PubMed |
28472703 |
10.1016/j.jad.2017.04.043 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28472703/ |
| Effectiveness of befriending interventions: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Siette J, Cassidy M, Priebe S. |
2017 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review examines studies on befriending interventions, an emotional supportive relationship in which one-to-one companionship is provided on a regular basis by a volunteer, on improving physical and mental health outcomes. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Neutral |
Befriending was significantly associated with better patient-reported outcomes across primary measures, there was no significant benefit on single outcomes, including depression, quality of life, loneliness ratings, self-esteem measures, social support structures and well-being. |
BMJ Open |
PubMed |
28446525 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2016-014304 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28446525/ |
| Digitally enabled peer support intervention to address loneliness and mental health: Prospective cohort analysis |
Bravata DM, Kim J, Russell DW, Goldman R, Pace E. |
2023 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study the effects of participation with a digital peer support intervention on mental health outcomes and health-related quality of life among adults with loneliness. |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
|
Favorable |
Results suggest that a digitally enabled peer support program can be effective in addressing loneliness, depression, anxiety, and health-related quality of life among a diverse population of adults with loneliness. |
JMIR Form Res |
PubMed |
37930770 |
10.2196/48864 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10660210/ |
| Systematic review of efficacy of interventions for social isolation of older adults |
Tong F, Yu C, Wang L, Chi I, Fu F. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review appraises studies on the effectiveness of existing interventions for alleviating social isolation among older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
This study suggests that group and mixed intervention targeting of older adults could be helpful for alleviating social isolation problems. The use of modern technology for remote services could also present good results. |
Front Psychol |
PubMed |
34557122 |
10.3389/fpsyg.2021.554145 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34557122/ |
| The association between social support and medication adherence in patients with hypertension: A systematic review |
Shahin W, Kennedy GA, Stupans I. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review analyzes studies on the impact of patients' social supports on medication adherence among hypertensive patients. |
|
|
Cardiovascular Disorders |
|
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Neutral |
Family members or peer support may promote better adherence in some patient groups, but inconclusive results. |
Pharm Pract (Granada) |
PubMed |
34221197 |
10.18549/PharmPract.2021.2.2300 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8234709/ |
| Social participation as an indicator of successful aging: An overview of concepts and their associations with health |
Douglas H, Georgiou A, Westbrook J. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Social connections, informal social participation and volunteering contribute to the association between social participation and health. |
Aust Health Rev |
PubMed |
27712611 |
10.1071/AH16038 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27712611/ |
| Evaluation of the effectiveness of digital technology interventions to reduce loneliness in older adults: Systematic review and meta-analysis |
Shah SGS, Nogueras D, van Woerden HC, Kiparoglou V. |
2021 |
Meta Analysis |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effectiveness of digital technology interventions in reducing loneliness in adults. |
Yes |
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Neutral |
The overall effect estimates showed no statistically significant difference in the effectiveness of DTIs compared with that of usual care or non-DTIs at follow-up at 3, 4, and 6 months |
J Med Internet Res |
PubMed |
34085942 |
10.2196/24712 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34085942/ |
| How do befriending interventions alleviate loneliness and social isolation among older people? A realist evaluation study |
Fakoya OA, McCorry NK, Donnelly M. |
2021 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate how befriending interventions work as to combat social isolation and loneliness among older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Study improves understanding about how and why befriending interventions work. |
PLoS One |
PubMed |
34499682 |
10.1371/journal.pone.0256900 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34499682/ |
| Qualitative study of the implementation and potential of a social intervention at nursing homes in Denmark |
Mikkelsen AS, Kristiansen M. |
2021 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the effectiveness of a social intervention (Tell Stories for Life) designed to strengthen social relationships between nursing home residents by telling personal stories. |
Yes |
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Neutral |
Intervention did not appear to strengthen and establish social relations among nursing home residents. However, we found that there might be potential for strengthening residents’ sense of identity and the relation between residents and nursing home employees. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
33673281 |
10.3390/ijerph18041808 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33673281/ |
| Diversity of social networks versus quality of social support: Which is more protective for health-related quality of life among older adults? |
Rhee TG, Marottoli RA, Monin JK. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Older adults with greater diversity of social networks, regardless of perceived quality of social support, had higher mean scores in HRQOL domains, though perceived quality of social support was not associated with HRQOL |
Prev Med |
PubMed |
33516759 |
10.1016/j.ypmed.2021.106440 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33516759/ |
| Effects of the tailored activity program (TAP) on dementia-related symptoms, health events and caregiver wellbeing: A randomized controlled trial |
Gitlin LN, Marx K, Piersol CV, Hodgson NA, Huang J, Roth DL, Lyketsos C. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluate the effect of the Tailored Activity Program (TAP) on clinical symptoms, health-related events, and improved caregiver wellbeing, among adults. TAP involves assessing the abilities and interests of a person living with dementia, instructing caregivers in using prescribed activities, and providing dementia education and stress reduction techniques. |
Yes |
Yes |
Dementia |
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Favorable |
TAP conferred no benefit to agitation/aggression, but resulted in less IADL, and ADL assistance, improved caregiver wellbeing, and confidence using activities |
BMC Geriatr |
PubMed |
34670502 |
10.1186/s12877-021-02511-4 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34670502/ |
| Findings from a peer-facilitated, social isolation intervention in the Veterans Health Administration healthcare system: A mixed-methods, pilot feasibility study |
Eliacin J, Patterson SM, Mendez DM, Burgess DJ, Traylor MH, Borden MY, Slaven JE, Matthias MS. |
2023 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors assess the feasibility of CONNECTED: a novel, telehealth-based, transdiagnostic intervention to reduce social isolation that includes individual and group components and is delivered to veterans by peers via telehealth. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Results also showed statistically significant improvements in social isolation, social support, anxiety, and depression. |
J Gen Intern Med |
PubMed |
37723366 |
10.1007/s11606-023-08387-x |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37723366/ |
| Social interventions targeting social relations among older people at nursing homes: A qualitative synthesized systematic review |
Mikkelsen ASB, Petersen S, Dragsted AC, Kristiansen M. |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review examines studies on the effect of social interventions on social and health-related measures among nursing home residents. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
All studies found the social interventions brought about positive trends on either/or the social and health-related measures included. |
Inquiry |
PubMed |
30791836 |
10.1177/0046958018823929 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30791836/ |
| Companion animals and health in older populations: A systematic review |
Hughes MJ, Verreynne ML, Harpur P, Pachana NA. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review examines the effect of companion animals (including pets and more formal arrangements) on the physical and mental health of older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Involvement with a companion animal improved participant quality of life and effectively attenuated symptoms of depression, anxiety, cognitive impairment, and the behavioral and psychiatric symptoms of dementia, increased in physical activity and improved blood pressure and heart rate variability |
Clin Gerontol |
PubMed |
31423915 |
10.1080/07317115.2019.1650863 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31423915/ |
| Home modification and prevention of frailty progression in older adults: A Japanese prospective cohort study |
Mitoku K, and Shimanouchi S |
2014 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Various home modifications, most commonly the installation of handrails in the home, were implemented. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Mortality among older adults with home modifications was lower than among those with no modifications. |
Journal of Gerontological Nursing |
Google Scholar |
|
10.3928/00989134-20140311-02 |
https://journals.healio.com/doi/full/10.3928/00989134-20140311-02 |
| Home and environmental hazards modification for fall prevention among the elderly |
Campani D, Caristia S, Amariglio A, Piscone S, Ferrara LI, Barisone M, Bortoluzzi S, Faggiano F, Dal Molin A |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Various combinations of home modifications were implemented to reduce falls in the home, including modifications to flooring, lighting, furniture, and layouts. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Home modifications can help reduce the number of falls among community-dwelling older adults. To be most successful, interventions should be individualized to the older adult's particular needs. |
Public Health Nurs |
Google |
33340382 |
10.1111/phn.12852 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8246567/ |
| Housing accessibility for senior citizens in Sweden: Estimation of the effects of targeted elimination of environmental barriers |
Pettersson C, Slaug B, Granbom M, Kylberg M, Iwarsson S. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Environmental barrier removal in Sweden housing stock was implemented. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Removing environmental barriers in the home would have the greatest effects on aging adults with complex functional needs, but would also mitigate accessibility problems faced by all community-dwelling aging adults. |
Scand J Occup Ther |
PubMed |
28114837 |
10.1080/11038128.2017.1280078 |
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/11038128.2017.1280078#2543de1e-a4b2-4753-a5c7-60ad3348142b-b6de7b7c-de82-45a5-9538-313dd15c6659 |
| A feasibility study of a home-based lifestyle-integrated physical exercise training and home modification for community-living older people (Part 2): The FIT-at-Home fall prevention program |
Müller C, Lautenschläger S, Dörge C, Voigt-Radloff S. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
FIT-at-Home, a physical exercise training and home modification intervention led by occupational therapists, was implemented. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The intervention was found to be feasible and appeared to have positive effects on aging, community-dwelling adults with poor health, functional limitations, and limited mobility. |
Disabil Rehabil |
PubMed |
31868030 |
10.1080/09638288.2019.1700564 |
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09638288.2019.1700564#2543de1e-a4b2-4753-a5c7-60ad3348142b-b6de7b7c-de82-45a5-9538-313dd15c6659 |
| Capable program improves disability in multiple randomized trials |
Szanton SL, Leff B, Li Q, Breysse J, Spoelstra S, Kell J, Purvis J, Xue Q, Wilson J, Gitlin L |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
CAPABLE intervention: 10 home-based sessions with occupational therapist, nurse, and handy worker engagement to enhance independence and home environment |
Yes |
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Favorable |
All studies included in the review showed improvement in activities of daily living among older adults. |
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society |
Google |
|
10.1111/jgs.17383 |
https://agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jgs.17383 |
| Preventing falls at home: Room by room |
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2022 |
Other |
Linking intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
Numerous interventions are described to help prevent falls in the home. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Changes made to the home like the ones describes can prevent falls and improve home safety. |
National Institute on Aging |
Google |
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https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/falls-and-falls-prevention/preventing-falls-home-room-room |
| Environmental barriers and housing accessibility problems for people with Parkinson's disease: A three-year perspective |
Andersson N, Slaug B, Nilsson MH, Iwarsson S. |
2023 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Numerous difficulties relating to the home environment exist, particularly relating to grab bars, stairs, and challenges reaching trash containers |
Scand J Occup Ther |
PubMed |
|
10.1080/11038128.2021.2007998 |
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/11038128.2021.2007998#2b85d6ca-6520-4a3d-8e4a-aa9f2ee3f33d-b6de7b7c-de82-45a5-9538-313dd15c6659 |
| Understanding home modification outcomes from the perspective of older people and people with a disability: Informing home modification evaluation |
Ainsworth E, Aplin T, de Jonge D, Bennett S. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Various home modifications were implemented. |
Yes |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The outcomes after a home modification that mattered to the participants were the improvement of emotional and physical health and safety, the independence and empowerment to stay at home, and the ability to plan for the future. |
Disabil Rehabil |
Google |
36394257 |
10.1080/09638288.2022.2146765 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36394257/ |
| Delivering home modifications that meet older adults’ needs |
|
2024 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
The Home Modification Service Delivery Model, a transdisciplinary home modification intervention that engages occupational therapists, physical therapists, nonprofits, architects, contractors, care managers, primary care providers, and handypersons. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Home modifications can help prevent falls, enhance the aging in place experience, and support needs after a hospital stay. |
National Council on Aging |
Google |
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https://www.ncoa.org/article/delivering-home-modifications-that-meet-older-adults-needs |
| Is home adjustment beneficial for the elderly? A systematic review of the literature |
Stillmunkés A, Goubin L, Bismuth S, Nourhashémi F, Oustric S |
2015 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home adjustments implemented for older adults was the intervention. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The most successful interventions involved an occupational therapist. Home modifications helped preserve the autonomy of patients and preventing falls. |
Janvier |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1684/med.2015.1180 |
https://www.jle.com/en/revues/med/e-docs/l_amenagement_du_domicile_des_personnes_agees_est_il_benefique_une_revue_systematique_de_la_litterature_303747/article.phtml |
| Housing design and community care: How home modifications reduce care needs of older people and people with disability |
Carnemolla P, Bridge C |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Participants received various home modifications depending on need, such as ramps, grab rails, handrails. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Home modifications were found to reduce the hours of care provided, showing that this intervention can reduce care needs. |
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health |
NIH National Library of Medicine |
31159396 |
10.3390/ijerph16111951 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6604004/ |
| Smart home-based home modification program for persons with disabilities: A pilot study |
Moon K, Lee Y, Kim D, Kim J |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
A smart home-based home modification program using bluetooth or wifi and zigbee networks was the intervention. |
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Favorable |
High quality of life and improved occupational performance and satisfaction were the results of the intervention. |
Participative Urban Health and Healthy Aging in the Age of AI (ICOST 2022) |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1007/978-3-031-09593-1_22 |
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-09593-1_22 |
| A home repair and modification program embedded within Mount Sinai visiting doctors |
Schiller G, Seligman A, Lubetsky S, DeCherrie LV, Reckrey J, Kopke V, Bacher N, Bhatia S, Ornstein KA. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home modification and repair pilot program after needs assessment by social worker was the intervention. |
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Favorable |
Average spending per patient was $528 as part of this program. Mount Sinai staff reported the program was feasible and decreased burnout. |
J Appl Gerontol |
PubMed |
36661352 |
10.1177/07334648221142599 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36661352/ |
| Home modifications for older adults: A systematic review |
Sheth S, Cogle CR. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Various methods of home modifications for older adults was the intervention. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Occupational therapist involvement in modifications supplemented with clinical, physical activity, and/or behavioral components showed the most success. |
J Appl Gerontol |
PubMed |
36655622 |
10.1177/07334648231151669 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36655622/ |
| Home hazard modification programs for reducing falls in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Lektip C, Chaovalit S, Wattanapisit A, Lapmanee S, Nawarat J, Yaemrattanakul W. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Interventions were analyzed using home modifications specifically to prevent falls in older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Falls can be reduced by thorough and focused home modifications with follow-up. |
PeerJ |
PubMed |
37489124 |
10.7717/peerj.15699 |
https://peerj.com/articles/15699/ |
| Effect of social determinants of health interventions on adults living with disabilities: A scoping review |
Angelelli J, McCartney D, Roehmer C, Swart ECS, Quinby E, Darwin J, Dicianno BE. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home modifications, along with other SDoH interventions, were analyzed. |
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Neutral |
Most interventions scored low using GRADE criteria and limited evidence exists comparing the interventions to outcomes. |
Arch Phys Med Rehabil |
PubMed |
34756446 |
10.1016/j.apmr.2021.06.021 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34756446/ |
| Older adults' self-reported barriers to aging in place |
Brim B, Fromhold S, Blaney S. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Neutral |
Using self-reported home safety assessments, researchers found that older adults experience barriers related to home mobility and safety, home improvement and maintenance needs, and general safety and bathroom safety. |
J Appl Gerontol |
PubMed |
33522379 |
10.1177/0733464820988800 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33522379/ |
| Effects of a consumer driven home modification intervention on community participation for people with mobility disabilities |
Greiman L, Ravesloot C, S Goddard K, Ward B. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home usability changes through the Home Usability Program was the intervention. |
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Mobility Disability |
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Favorable |
The program increased participation in the community for people with mobility disabilities. |
Disabil Health J |
PubMed |
34521604 |
10.1016/j.dhjo.2021.101210 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34521604/ |
| Home modifications and disability outcomes: A longitudinal study of older adults living in England |
Chandola T, Rouxel P. |
2022 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Internal and external housing modifications were implemented, including widened doorways, ramps, automatic doors, parking and lifts; and rails, bathroom/kitchen modifications, and chair lifts. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
External housing modifications reduced falls, pain, poor health, and the probability of no social activities and moving homes. Internal modifications had similar but less consistent effects. |
Lancet Reg Health Eur |
PubMed |
35814336 |
10.1016/j.lanepe.2022.100397 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35814336/ |
| Motor control and ergonomic intervention home-based program: A pilot trial performed in the framework of the Motor Control Home Ergonomics Elderlies' Prevention of Falls (McheELP) Project |
Stasi S, Tsekoura M, Gliatis J, Sakellari V. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
"Motor Control Home Ergonomics Elderlies' Prevention of Falls" (McHeELP) - an exercise and home arrangement program - was implemented. |
Yes |
|
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Neutral |
Outcome measures such as physical tests and fall screening tools showed significant improvement. No difference was recorded in mobility, self-care, usual activities, or pain or discomfort scales. |
Cureus |
PubMed |
33968539 |
10.7759/cureus.14336 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33968539/ |
| Examining the effects of home modifications on perceptions of exertion and safety among people with mobility disabilities |
Goddard KS, Hall JP, Greiman L, Koon LM, Gray RC. |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The Home Usability Program (HUP) was implemented to improve accessibility, safety, and independence in community dwelling people with mobility disabilities. |
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Mobility Disability |
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Favorable |
The intervention resulted in increased safety and decreased exertion, leading to more time for other activities, including those outside the home, and enhanced socialization and independence. |
Disabil Health J |
PubMed |
38369385 |
10.1016/j.dhjo.2024.101590 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38369385/ |
| Home modification to reduce falls at a health district level: Modeling health gain, health inequalities and health costs |
Wilson N, Kvizhinadze G, Pega F, Nair N, Blakely T. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home Safety Assessment and Modification program, which strives to reduce falls in older people, was implemented. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The program was found to be cost effective and to produce meaningful health gain. |
PLoS One |
PubMed |
28910342 |
10.1371/journal.pone.0184538 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28910342/ |
| The potential to reduce falls and avert costs by clinically managing fall risk |
Stevens JA, Lee R. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Various evidence-based fall interventions for older adults were implemented, including home modifications led by an occupational therapist. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
Interventions with home modifications were found to have the greatest potential for impact. |
Am J Prev Med |
PubMed |
30122212 |
10.1016/j.amepre.2018.04.035 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30122212/ |
| One-year changes in activities of daily living, usability, falls and concerns about falling, and self-rated health for different housing adaptation client profiles |
Malmgren Fänge A, Chiatti C, Axmon A. |
2021 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Five housing adaptations profileswere used, based on level of disability and age. |
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Neutral |
No consistent trends were found across all profiles. |
Int J Environ Res Public Health |
PubMed |
34574626 |
10.3390/ijerph18189704 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34574626/ |
| Home modifications to reduce injuries from falls in the home injury prevention intervention (HIPI) study: A cluster-randomized controlled trial |
Keall MD, Pierse N, Howden-Chapman P, Cunningham C, Cunningham M, Guria J, Baker MG. |
2015 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home modifications, such as handrails, grab rails, outside lighting, edging on steps, and slip-resistant surfacing, were implemented. |
|
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Favorable |
Reduction in the rates of falls and injuries caused by falls at home were found in intervention group. |
Lancet |
PubMed |
25255696 |
10.1016/S0140-6736(14)61006-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25255696/ |
| Effect of home modification interventions on the participation of community-dwelling adults with health conditions: A systematic review |
Stark S, Keglovits M, Arbesman M, Lieberman D |
2017 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home modifications for adults and older adults living independently was the intervention. |
|
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Favorable |
Home modifications were found to improve the function of people with a variety of health conditions, reduce falls among older adults, and improve caregiving for people with dementia. |
Am J Occup Ther |
PubMed |
28218595 |
10.5014/ajot.2017.018887 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28218595/ |
| Home improvement and system-based health promotion for sustainable prevention of chagas disease: A qualitative study |
Nieto-Sanchez C, Bates BR, Guerrero D, Jimenez S, Baus EG, Peeters Grietens K, Grijalva MJ |
2019 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Healthy Homes for Healthy Living, a home improvement and health promotion intervention, was implemented. |
No |
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Favorable |
The intervention addressed risk factors for Chagas disease and improved emotional, economic, and social wellbeing |
PLoS Negl Trop Dis |
PubMed |
|
10.1371/journal.pntd.0007472 |
https://journals.plos.org/plosntds/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pntd.0007472 |
| Effects of occupation-based home modification and intervention using assistive devices on activities of daily living performance and risk factors at home in community-dwelling people with disabilities |
Jo Y, Kim H |
2018 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home modification and intervention using assistive devices was the intervention. |
|
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Favorable |
Independence was improved, and the difficulty of activities of daily living at home were decreased. Overall risk factors in the home significantly decreased, particularly in the bedroom and bathroom. |
Korean Journal of Occupational Therapy |
Google Scholar |
|
10.14519/jksot.2018.26.3.07 |
https://koreascience.kr/article/JAKO201833850296650.page |
| Bathroom modifications among community-dwelling older adults who experience falls in the United States: A cross-sectional study |
Ng BP, Lu J, Tiu GF, Thiamwong L, Zhong Y |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Existing bathroom modifications among older community-dwelling adults who experienced a fall in the past year were observed. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
A slight majority of the older adults had bathroom modifications and half had more than one fall. About 40% of adults with more than one fall did not have bathroom modifications. |
Health and Social Care |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1111/hsc.13398 |
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/hsc.13398 |
| Effects of client-centered home modification and caregiver education on activity performance and satisfaction of persons with mild dementia: A case study |
Lee CD, Jung MY, Kim JN |
2016 |
Case Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Client-centered home modification and caregiver education was the intervention. |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
Performance of activities increased after intervention. Increase in independence, difficulty, and safety was maintained after 6 months. |
The Journal of Korean Society of Occupational Therapy |
Google Scholar |
|
10.14519/jksot.2016.24.1.07 |
https://scholarworks.indianapolis.iu.edu/items/f4ef85d3-2ad3-4818-bad3-7fe0e6722f0e |
| Survey of pest infestation, asthma, and allergy in low-income housing |
Wang C, Abou El-Nour MM, & Bennett GW |
2007 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
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Favorable |
Pest infestation, pesticide use, and pest allergens have health implications for residents, particularly residents with asthma. |
Journal of Community Health |
Google Scholar |
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10.1007/s10900-007-9064-6 |
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10900-007-9064-6#citeas |
| A method for reducing environmental pollution by using essential oils in rodent pest management program |
Jokić G, Blažić T, Đurović-Pejčev R, Đorđević T, Đedović S, Vukša M. |
2017 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Bergamot, lavender, and thyme essential oils were used as bait components to deter pests. |
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Neutral |
Lavender and thyme oils had no effects on house mice diet. Bergamot oil showed a repellent effect. |
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int |
PubMed |
28634803 |
10.1007/s11356-017-9533-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28634803/ |
| The additional benefit of residual spraying and insecticide-treated curtains for dengue control over current best practice in Cuba: Evaluation of disease incidence in a cluster randomized trial in a low burden setting with intensive routine control |
Toledo ME, Vanlerberghe V, Rosales JP, Mirabal M, Cabrera P, Fonseca V, Gómez Padrón T, Pérez Menzies M, Montada D, Van der Stuyft P. |
2017 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Two types of insecticide interventions are included in this study: periodical intra- and peri-domiciliary residual insecticide treatment and long lasting insecticide treated curtains. |
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Neutral |
In the first month, there was a significant decline in Aedes indices after residual insecticide treatment, but the effect did not last and overall dengue incidence was not reduced. |
PLoS Negl Trop Dis |
PubMed |
29117180 |
10.1371/journal.pntd.0006031 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29117180/ |
| Sustainable pest management for health and well-being |
Liu Q |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Sustainable Pest Management, a systematic and sustainable approach to pest management, was implemented. |
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Favorable |
The intervention promotes reduction of disease, hunger, poverty, and protects the environment. |
China CDC Wkly |
Google |
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10.46234/ccdcw2020.112 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8428439/ |
| Public health issues caused by pests |
Environmental Protection Agency |
2021 |
Federal Policy or Report |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Pests can contribute to public health issues such as vector-borne diseases, asthma and allergies, and microbial diseases and infections |
EPA |
Google |
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https://19january2021snapshot.epa.gov/pesticides/public-health-issues-caused-pests_.html |
| What is integrated pest management? |
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
2024 |
Federal Policy or Report |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
Integrated Pest Management: an approach focusing on pest prevention, reduction, and eliminating the conditions that cause pest intervention |
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Favorable |
IPM reduces the incidence of pest infestations, reducing the need to use harmful pest-control products. |
CDC |
Google |
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https://www.cdc.gov/environmental-health-services/php/vector-control-resources/what-is-ipm.html |
| The social impacts of bedbug infestation as an emerging public health issue: A case report |
Alizadeh I, Gorouhi MA, Aghaei Afshar A, Iranpour A |
2019 |
Case Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Neutral |
While bed bugs do not spread disease, infestations can produce numerous issues, such as social health problems, for the infested. |
Electronic Physician |
Google Scholar |
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10.19082/7636 |
https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/fd00/c76e8df4121870773240f3f513ae73279e48.pdf |
| Investigating the association of bed bugs with infectious diseases: A retrospective case control study |
Sheele JM, Libertin CR, Pritt BS, Wysokinska EW, Pietri JE |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Bed bug infestation are more likely for patients with positive blood cultures, blood cultures growing coagulase-negative Staphylococcus, and those diagnosed with pneumonia, with cellulitis, or who had an infectious disease consult, a chest radiograph, and higher percentages of eosinophils in the blood. |
Heliyon |
Google Scholar |
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10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e08107 |
https://www.cell.com/heliyon/pdf/S2405-8440(21)02210-6.pdf |
| Health hazards associated with arthropod infestation of stored products |
Hubert J, Stejskal V, Athanassiou CG, Throne JE. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Anthropod infestation can lead to food contamination and the development of fungi and microorganisms that can produce toxins that endanger human health. |
Annu Rev Entomol |
PubMed |
29324037 |
10.1146/annurev-ento-020117-043218 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29324037/ |
| Bed bugs and infectious diseases |
Doggett S |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Bed bugs may carry infectious disease and have the ability to transmit diseases to humans. |
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Google Scholar |
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10.1002/9781119171539.ch12 |
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/9781119171539.ch12 |
| Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the Cimex bite |
Lawangeen Z, Stein A, Haltigan E, Radhakrishnan N |
2021 |
Case Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The authors present evidence that bed bugs can, under the right circumstances, infest organic matter, such as human skin. |
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1016/j.jaad.2021.06.690 |
https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(21)01794-1/abstract |
| A review on bed bugs: Epidemiology,
health effects, and surveillance activities |
Chen H, Copes R |
2010 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Beg bugs can cause numerous health effects, including HBV, skin reactions, asthmatic reaction, and anemia. |
Ontario's Public Health Agency |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.publichealthontario.ca/-/media/documents/B/2010/bed-bug-review.pdf |
| The mental health impact of bed bug infestations: A scoping review |
Ashcroft R, Seko Y, Chan LF, Dere J, Kim J, McKenzie K |
2015 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Bed bug infestations can have adverse impacts on mental health, including severe psychiatric symptoms. |
Int J Public Health |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1007/s00038-015-0713-8 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26298442/ |
| Bed bugs: A public health issue |
Environmental Protection Agency |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Bed bugs can cause allergic reactions, infections of the skin, mental health impacts on people living in infested homes. |
EPA |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.epa.gov/bedbugs/bed-bugs-public-health-issue |
| Health impacts of bedbug infestation: A case of five towns in Amhara Region, Ethiopia |
Mekonnen D, Zenebe Y, Derbie A, Adem Y, Hailu D, Mulu W, Bereded F, Mekonnen Z, Yizengaw E, Tulu B, Biadglegne F, Mihret A, Sack U |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Among the residents with bed bug infestations, social, psychological, and health impacts were recorded. |
Ethiop. J. Health Dev |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.researchgate.net/publication/369382113_Health_impacts_of_bedbug_infestation_A_case_of_five_towns_in_Amhara_Region_Ethiopia |
| Mental health effects from urban bed bug infestation (Cimex lectularius L.): A cross-sectional study |
Susser SR, Perron S, Fournier M, Jacques L, Denis G, Tessier F, Roberge P |
2012 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Bed bug infestation was strongly associated with anxiety symptoms and sleep disturbances. |
BMJ Open |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3467661/ |
| Housing quality and mental health: The association between pest infestation and depressive symptoms among public housing residents |
Shah SN, Fossa A, Steiner AS, Kane J, Levy JI, Adamkiewicz G, Bennett-Fripp WM, Reid M |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Cockroach infested residents had almost three times the odds of experiencing high depressive symptoms than those without infestation. Dual infested homes of cockroach and mice had over five times the odds of experiencing high depressive symptoms |
J Urban Health |
Google |
30141116 |
10.1007/s11524-018-0298-7 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6181819/ |
| Cockroaches |
National Center for Healthy Housing |
N/A |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Cockroaches can carry disease-causing germs and their debris (old shells, saliva, body parts, and droppings) can triggers asthma attacks |
National Center for Healthy Housing |
Google |
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https://nchh.org/information-and-evidence/learn-about-healthy-housing/health-hazards-prevention-and-solutions/cockroaches/ |
| The role of pest control in effective asthma management: A business case |
Brett M, Stillman L |
2009 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
Integrated Pest Management: a preventive pest control intervention that aims to reduce the need for pesticides and reduce allergen levels in the home. |
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Favorable |
IPM is a cost-effective pest control intervention for high-risk asthma patients when compared to standard clinical methods of asthma treatment |
Asthma Regional Council of New England, Boston Public Health Commission |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.asthmacommunitynetwork.org/system/files/ResourseUploads/ARC%20-%20IPM%20in%20Effective%20Asthma%20Mgmt%20-%20A%20Business%20Case.pdf |
| Self-reported prevalence of pests in Dutch households and the use of the health belief model to explore householders’ intentions to engage in pest control |
Lipman SA, Burt SA |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors measure how different rationale for pest control influenced intention to take action against pests. |
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Favorable |
Interventions to encourage pest control actions should emphasize the potential health consequences of pests and reduce barriers. |
PLoS One |
Google Scholar |
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10.1371/journal.pone.0190399 |
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0190399 |
| Pest control statistics 2024 |
Bazen A, Parkman K |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Pests can have many negative effects on both the mental and physical health of residents in infested homes, such as causing anxiety, transmitting diseases such as West Nile virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, and Zika, and more. |
Consumer Affairs |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.consumeraffairs.com/homeowners/pest-control-statistics.html |
| The association between exposure to residential indoor volatile organic compounds and measures of central arterial stiffness in healthy middle-aged men and women |
Gilbey SE, Reid CM, Huxley RR, Soares MJ, Zhao Y, Rumchev KB. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The study found that residential indoor VOCs exposure was adversely associated with some measures of central arterial stiffness. |
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health |
PubMed |
35055806 |
10.3390/ijerph19020981 |
https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/19/2/981 |
| A review of strategies and their effectiveness in reducing indoor airborne transmission and improving indoor air quality |
Nair AN, Anand P, George A, Mondal N. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Numerous interventions to improve indoor air quality are evaluated in this review. |
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Favorable |
The study found that environmental quality parameters such as humidity and temperature have shown considerable influence in reducing virus transmission in indoor spaces. |
Environmental Research |
PubMed |
35714688 |
10.1016/j.envres.2022.113579 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35714688/ |
| Effect of portable air purifier on indoor air quality: Reduced exposure to particulate matter and health risk assessment |
Fazlzadeh M, Hassanvand MS, Nabizadeh R, Shamsipour M, Salarifar M, Naddafi K. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining the effect of air purifiers on the removal of pollutants in indoor air in a medical setting. |
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Favorable |
The study found that using household air purifiers in rooms with smokers and non-smokers significantly reduces the non-carcinogenic risks of exposure to PM10 and PM2.5. |
Environmental Monitoring and Assessment |
PubMed |
35925421 |
10.1007/s10661-022-10255-w |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35925421/ |
| Effect of indoor air quality on the association of long-term exposure to low-level air pollutants with cognition in older adults |
Chen YC, Hsieh PI, Chen JK, Kuo E, Yu HL, Chiou JM, Chen JH. |
2023 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors observed the variation in exposure to PM2.5, PM10, NO2, SO2, CO, and O3 between 2011-2019. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that tightening air quality standards may help prevent dementia. |
Environmental Research |
PubMed |
36791838 |
10.1016/j.envres.2023.115483 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36791838/ |
| Oxidative stress effects of multiple pollutants in an indoor environment on human bronchial epithelial cells |
Cheng Y, Kong D, Ci M, Guan Y, Luo C, Zhang X, Gao F, Li M, Deng G. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The study asserts that air pollution is one of the exogenous sources of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species. Ambient airborne particulate matter (PM) irritates the inner airways and triggers immunological responses, which are all related to the physiopathology of chronic respiratory diseases such as cancer. |
International Journal of Molecular Science |
PubMed |
36614301 |
10.3390/ijms24010853 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9821141/#:~:text=Oxidative%20stress%20activates%20the%20lungs%E2%80%99%20epithelial%20cells%2C%20generating,of%20them%20are%20implicated%20in%20numerous%20respiratory%20diseases. |
| The benefits of nursing home air purification on COVID-19 outcomes: A natural experiment |
Jutkowitz E, Shewmaker P, Reddy A, Braun JM, Baier RR. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Ultraviolet air purification systems were installed in a nursing home. |
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Favorable |
The study found that intervening on air quality may have a wide impact without placing significant burden on individuals to modify their behavior. |
JAMA |
PubMed |
37385591 |
10.1016/j.jamda.2023.05.026 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37385591/ |
| Effects of long-term indoor air purification intervention on cardiovascular health in elderly: A parallel, double-blinded randomized controlled trial in Hong Kong |
Xia X, Chan KH, Kwok T, Wu S, Man CL, Ho KF. |
2024 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study compared true-air purification to sham-air purification in indoor air purifiers. |
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Favorable |
The study found evidence of cardiovascular benefits of long-term indoor air purifiers (IAPs) use, particularly on diastolic blood pressure. |
Environmental Research |
PubMed |
38253196 |
10.1016/j.envres.2024.118284 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38253196/ |
| An indoor air filtration study in homes of elderly: Cardiovascular and respiratory effects of exposure to particulate matter |
Dorina Gabriela Karottki, Michal Spilak, Marie Frederiksen, Lars Gunnarsen, Elvira Vaclavik Brauner, Barbara Kolarik, Zorana Jovanovic Andersen, Torben Sigsgaard, Lars Barregard, Bo Strandberg, Gerd Sallsten, Peter Møller & Steffen Loft |
2013 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
High-efficiency particle air filter was used in older adults' living rooms and bedrooms. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The particle filters reduced the median concentration of PM2.5 |
BMC Environmental Health |
PubMed |
24373585 |
https://doi.org/10.1186/1476-069X-12-116 |
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/1476-069X-12-116#article-info |
| Estimated effect of ventilation and filtration on chronic health risks in U.S. offices, schools, and retail stores |
Chan WR, Parthasarathy S, Fisk WJ, McKone TE. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Changes in exposure to VOCs and PM2.5 were predicted if ventilation rate were to increase or decrease by a factor of two, and if higher efficiency air filters were used. |
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Neutral |
The study suggests that increasing ventilation alone is ineffective at reducing chronic health burdens. The use of particle filtration, should also be considered. |
Indoor Air |
PubMed |
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25639183/ |
| Towards explaining the health impacts of residential energy efficiency interventions - a realist review. Part 1: Pathways |
Willand N, Ridley I, Maller C. |
2015 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Residential energy efficiency interventions (REEIs) were reviewed in this study. |
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Favorable |
The review revealed that REEIs improved winter warmth and lowered relative humidity with benefits for cardiovascular and respiratory health. |
Social Science & Medicine |
PubMed |
25687402 |
10.1016/j.socscimed.2015.02.005 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25687402/ |
| Health effects of home energy efficiency interventions in england: A modelling study |
Hamilton I, Milner J, Chalabi Z, Das P, Jones B, Shrubsole C, Davies M, Wilkinson P. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The experiment modeled three scenarios measuring pollution levels using varying levels of fabric and ventilation retrofits installed within building. |
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Favorable |
The study found that if properly used with ventilation, energy efficiency retrofits in housing can improve health by reducing exposure to cold and air pollutants. |
BMJ Open |
PubMed |
25916488 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2014-007298 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25916488/ |
| Reducing particulates in indoor air can improve the circulation and cardiorespiratory health of old people: A randomized, double-blind crossover trial of air filtration |
Guo M, Du C, Li B, Yao R, Tang Y, Jiang Y, Liu H, Su H, Zhou Y, Wang L, Yang X, Zhou M, Yu W. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Randomized controlled trial in which long-term care patient rooms received a high-efficiency particulate air filter air purifier and a placebo air purifier for two days. |
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Favorable |
The study found that air filtration was associated with significantly decreased biomarkers of inflammation, but not those of oxidative stress and lung function. Air filtration can improve the health of the elderly; air purifiers may be a public health measure to improve circulatory and cardiopulmonary health among older people. |
Science of the Total Environment |
PubMed |
34325134 |
10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.149248 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34325134/ |
| Association between markers of classroom environmental conditions and teachers' respiratory health |
Claudio L, Rivera GA, Ramirez OF. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The study found that asthma, respiratory infections, colds, eye irritation, nasal congestion, and sore throat were associated with the classroom environment; results indicate that the school environment could affect teachers' respiratory health. |
Journal of School Health |
PubMed |
27122144 |
10.1111/josh.12398 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27122144/ |
| Analysis of changes in pulmonary functions at rest following humidity changes |
Kim JH, Hyong IH. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study examined changes in pulmonary functions at rest after use of a humidifier. The experimental setting was a laboratory with a fixed temperature and relative humidity was adjusted to varying degrees using a humidifier. |
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Favorable |
The study found that higher humidity levels should be maintained using humidifiers. |
Journal of Physical Therapy Science |
PubMed |
PMC4433978 |
10.1589/jpts.27.1063 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25995557/ |
| The New York state healthy neighborhoods program: Findings from an evaluation of a large-scale, multisite, state-funded healthy homes program |
Reddy AL, Gomez M, Dixon SL. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study evaluated the impact of a healthy homes program on improving housing hazards that affect health. The NY State Health Neighborhoods program is a healthy homes program in which participating homes undergo a visual assessment to identify potential environmental health and safety hazards, and interventions (such as education, referrals, and products) are provided to residents to address any hazards identified during the visit. |
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Favorable |
Homes with the intervention saw significant improvements in the conditions assessed for tobacco control, fire safety, lead poisoning prevention, indoor air quality, and other hazards (including pests and mold). |
Journal of Public Health Management Practice |
PubMed |
28121773 |
10.1097/PHH.0000000000000529 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28121773/ |
| Effect of portable air filtration systems on personal exposure to fine particulate matter and blood pressure among residents in a low-income senior facility: A randomized clinical trial |
Morishita M, Adar SD, D'Souza J, Ziemba RA, Bard RL, Spino C, Brook RD. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining the effectiveness of air filtration in reducing personal exposures to pollutants and mitigating cardiovascular health effects among older adults in an urban setting. |
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Favorable |
The study found that the use of these relatively inexpensive systems is potentially cardioprotective against PM2.5 exposures. |
JAMA Internal Medicine |
PubMed |
30208394 |
10.1001/jamainternmed.2018.3308 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30208394/ |
| Indoor air quality-induced respiratory symptoms of a hospital staff in Iran |
Veysi R, Heibati B, Jahangiri M, Kumar P, Latif MT, Karimi A. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The accumulation of indoor pollutants in the hospital environment revealed the failure of hospital ventilation systems. Laboratory staff members were more at risk of respiratory symptoms compared to other occupational groups in the hospital. Improved ventilation is recommended. |
Environmental Monitoring and Assessment |
PubMed |
30612195 |
10.1007/s10661-018-7182-5 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30612195/ |
| Particle control reduces fine and ultrafine particles greater than HEPA filtration in live operating rooms and kills biologic warfare surrogate |
Ereth MH, Hess DH, Driscoll A, Hernandez M, Stamatatos F. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
A particle control technology was tested to determine its effectiveness at reducing indoor air contamination. |
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Favorable |
The study found that emerging particle control technology could significantly reduce indoor air contamination and associated infections in operating rooms, hospital isolation rooms, and intensive care settings, as well as reduce inflammatory responses to airborne particles. |
American Journal of Infection Control |
PubMed |
31911069 |
10.1016/j.ajic.2019.11.017 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31911069/ |
| Efficacy of indoor air purification in the treatment of artemisia pollen-allergic rhinitis: A randomized, double-blind, clinical controlled trial |
Li L, Zhang L, Mo JH, Li YY, Xia JY, Bai XB, Xie PF, Liang JY, Yang ZF, Chen QY. |
2020 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study the clinical efficacy of indoor air filtration during the Artemisia pollen scattering season in Yulin City in Shanxi Province, China. |
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Favorable |
The study found significant differences in rhinitis symptoms between the groups who used the active versus the inactive air purifier, demonstrating the health benefits of particle filtration. |
Clinical Otolaryngology |
PubMed |
32058675 |
10.1111/coa.13514 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32058675/ |
| Inflammatory cytokines and DNA methylation in healthy young adults exposure to fine particulate matter: A randomized, double-blind crossover trial of air filtration |
Sun Y, Huang J, Zhao Y, Xue L, Li H, Liu Q, Cao H, Peng W, Guo C, Xie Y, Liu X, Li B, Liu K, Wu S, Zhang L. |
2020 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The experiment evaluated indoor air filtration was conducted among 29 healthy young adults in Beijing, China. Each episode covered a typical air pollution wave, and cytokines and DNAm of genes were measured at 3 time points: pre-smog, during smog, and post-smog. |
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Favorable |
The study found that indoor air filtration was significantly associated with the decreases in 9 cytokines, demonstrating that indoor air filtration might attenuate the adverse effects of PM2.5 exposure through changing cytokines and DNAm. |
Journal of Hazardous Materials |
PubMed |
32516725 |
10.1016/j.jhazmat.2020.122817 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32516725/ |
| Recurrent indoor environmental pollution and its impact on health and oxidative stress of the textile workers in Bangladesh |
Rahman T, Faisal AM, Khanam T, Shekhar HU. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The study found that textile plants were found to have significantly elevated levels of indoor environmental pollutants compared with those in the control area, and the textile workers were significantly exposed to oxidative stresses compared with the control subjects. |
Environmental Health Insights |
PubMed |
32843838 |
10.1177/1178630220938393 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32843838/ |
| Residential cooking and use of kitchen ventilation: The impact on exposure |
Sun L, Wallace LA. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Cooking contributed to PM2.5 exposure in residential settings. The inadequate use of ventilation during cooking highlights the need for educational programs on cooking exposures and ventilation strategies. |
Journal of Air and Waste Management Association |
PubMed |
32970538 |
10.1080/10962247.2020.1823525 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32970538/ |
| Health, work performance, and risk of infection in office-like environments: The role of indoor temperature, air humidity, and ventilation |
Wolkoff P, Azuma K, Carrer P. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
The study found that indoor air humidity causes vulnerable eyes and airways from desiccation and less efficient mucociliary clearance, causing elevation the most common mucous membrane-related symptoms, like dry and tired eyes, which deteriorates the work performance. |
International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health |
PubMed |
33601136 |
10.1016/j.ijheh.2021.113709 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33601136/ |
| Evaluation of an air cleaning device equipped with filtration and UV: Comparison of removal efficiency on particulate matter and viable airborne bacteria in the inlet and treated air |
Li P, Koziel JA, Macedo N, Zimmerman JJ, Wrzesinski D, Sobotka E, Balderas M, Walz WB, Paris RV, Lee M, Liu D, Yedilbayev B, Ramirez BC, Jenks WS. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This experiment used a particulate matter (PM) air filtration prototype by adding UV-C (germicidal) light. |
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Favorable |
The study found that the combination of filtration and UV-C treatment provided 'double-barrier' assurance for air purification and lowered the risk of spreading infectious micro-organisms. |
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health |
PubMed |
36498208 |
10.3390/ijerph192316135 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36498208/ |
| Effects of air purification of indoor PM(2.5) on the cardiorespiratory biomarkers in young healthy adults |
Wang Y, Zhao Y, Xue L, Wu S, Wang B, Li G, Huang J, Guo X. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Participants were randomly assigned to the use of real or sham high-efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA) for a week and changed the status after a washout period. |
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Favorable |
The study found a protective effect of indoor HEPA air purifiers on cardiorespiratory health of young healthy adults reflected by the decreased blood pressure, respiratory inflammation, and systematic oxidative stress and improved lung function. |
Indoor Air |
PubMed |
33682970 |
10.1111/ina.12815 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33682970/ |
| Home measures against low air humidity which may alleviate health problems |
Guerra LP, Andrade LMV, Joner DC, Strozzi D. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining if an air humidifer, bucket of water, or wet towel are most effective in improving the humidity of air in times of drought or low moisture. |
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Favorable |
The study found that 1m of distance is more efficient in increasing and/or maintaining air humidity, inducing improvements in the populations’ health. |
Einstein (Sao Paolo) |
PubMed |
34190846 |
10.31744/einstein_journal/2021AO5484 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8225259/#:~:text=While%20the%20humidity%20is%20below%20the%20ideal%20to,air%20humidifier%2C%20bucket%20with%20water%2C%20and%20wet%20towel. |
| Indoor air humidity, air quality, and health - an overview |
Wolkoff P. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Elevation of the indoor air humidity may positively impact perceived IAQ, eye symptomatology, and possibly work performance in the office environment, and elevated humidified indoor air appears to reduce nasal symptoms in patients suffering from obstructive apnea syndrome. |
International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health |
PubMed |
29398406 |
10.1016/j.ijheh.2018.01.015 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29398406/ |
| More than a meal? A randomized control trial comparing the effects of home-delivered meals programs on participants' feelings of loneliness |
Thomas KS, Akobundu U, Dosa D |
2016 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of Meals on Wheels programs on loneliness in homebound older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that the meal intervention led to lower adjusted loneliness scores in participants compared to the control group. |
J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci |
Siren |
26613620 |
10.1093/geronb/gbv111 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26613620/ |
| Can tailored home-delivered meal services alleviate self-rated frailty of the low-income older adults in Korea? |
Kim J, Chang H |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Participants were enrolled in a tailored home-delivered meal program with nutrition counseling |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The intervention of home-delivered tailored meals reduced self-rated frailty of aging adults. |
Nutr Res Pract |
Google |
37780217 |
10.4162/nrp.2023.17.5.1007 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10522816/ |
| Nutrition: Home-delivered and congregate meal services for older adults |
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2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
Participants received delivered meals or participated in congregate meal services in group settings. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The meal service was found to reduce malnutrition among independently living older adults. |
The Community Guide Preventive Services Task Force for the Department of Health and Human Services |
Google |
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https://www.thecommunityguide.org/findings/nutrition-home-delivered-and-congregate-meal-services-older-adults.html |
| The nutritional issue of older people receiving home-delivered meals: A systematic review |
Fleury S, Tronchon P, Rota J, Meunier C, Mardiros O, Van Wymelbeke-Delannoy V, Sulmont-Rossé C |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This review included numerous home delivered meal interventions. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Adults who receive home-delivered meals are at a high risk of undernutrition. Home-delivered meals can improve their nutritional status and intake, especially when the intervention includes additional services such as dietetic counseling or adding supplementary food. |
Front Nutr |
Google |
33763442 |
10.3389/fnut.2021.629580 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7982843/ |
| Impact of home-delivered meals on nutrition status and nutrient intake among older adults in central Texas |
Ullevig SL, Sosa ET, Crixell S, Uc E, Greenwald B, Marceaux S, Friedman BJ |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Home delivered meals were delivered to older adults aged 60+ in Austin and San Antonio, Texas for 3 months. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The intervention improved the nutritional status of the adults who received home delivered meals, measured using the Nutrition Screening Initiative and Mini Nutrition Assessment-Short Form. |
J Nutr Health Aging |
Google |
30080232 |
10.1007/s12603-018-1038-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30080232/ |
| Impact of home-delivered meal programs on diet and nutrition among older adults: A review |
Zhu H, An R |
2013 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Various home delivered meal programs were included in this review. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Nearly all studies found improvements in diet quality, nutrient intakes, food security, and nutritional risk as a result of the home-delivered meal programs. Other benefits identified were more socialization opportunities, improvement in dietary adherence, and improved quality of life. |
Nutr Health |
Google |
24916974 |
10.1177/0260106014537146 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24916974/ |
| Medically tailored meal delivery for diabetes patients with food insecurity: A randomized cross-over trial |
Berkowitz SA, Delahanty LM, Terranova J, Steiner B, Ruazol MP, Singh R, Shahid NN, Wexler DJ. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study analyzed the impact of a medically tailored meal delivery program (Community Servings: Food and Medicine for Diabetes) on food insecurity and dietary quality for individuals with T2D. The program included 10 home-delivered meals per week for 12 weeks. |
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Yes (18+) |
Diabetes |
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Favorable |
Participants had higher Health Eating Index 2010 scores (HEI) indicating better dietary quality. Participants also reported lower food insecurity, less hypoglycemia, and fewer days of mental health interfering with quality of life. |
J Gen Intern Med |
PubMed |
30421335 |
10.1007/s11606-018-4716-z |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6420590/ |
| Home-delivered meals and nutrition status among older adults |
Sahyoun NR, Vaudin A. |
2014 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of the Older American Act home-delivered meal (HDM) program on health outcomes. |
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Favorable |
The study found the program improves dietary intake, decreases institutionalization of older adults, and results in reduced healthcare expenditures. |
Nutr Clin Pract |
PubMed |
25030738 |
10.1177/0884533614536446 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25030738/ |
| The impact of providing material benefits to improve access to food on clinical parameters, dietary intake, and household food insecurity in people with diabetes: A systematic review with narrative synthesis |
Jd Steer K, Olstad DL, Jt Campbell D, Beall R, Anstruther SM, Caron-Roy S, Spackman E. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study reviewed the impact of providing material benefits to improve food access for individuals with diabetes. Outcomes included clinical parameters, dietary intake, and household food insecurity. |
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Diabetes |
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Neutral |
The study found that material benefits may improve household food insecurity, fruit and vegetable intake, and overall diet quality. It was unclear what the impact on clinical parameters and whole grain intake were. |
Adv Nutr |
PubMed |
37245685 |
10.1016/j.advnut.2023.05.012 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37245685/ |
| Evaluating the effect of a home-delivered meals service on the physical and psychological wellbeing of a UK population of older adults - a pilot and feasibility study |
O'Leary MF, Barreto M, Bowtell JL. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluated the impact of daily meal provision on the physical and psychological well-being of older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that participants had higher reported Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) scores and decreased depression after the intervention. |
J Nutr Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
31682788 |
10.1080/21551197.2019.1684417 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31682788/ |
| Effects of home-delivered meals on older people's protein intake, physical performance, and health-related quality of life: The power meals randomized controlled trial |
Kunvik S, Rautakallio-Järvinen P, Laaksonen M, Valve R, Salonoja M, Fogelholm L, Suominen MH. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a home meal service intervention on the nutrient intake of older adults living at home. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Protein-rich meal, snack and bread group had increased protein and calcium intake and improved results in Sit-to-Stand test. Both meal services groups had increased saturated fat and decreased salt intake. There was no impact on overall HRQol |
J Nutr Gerontol Geriatr |
PubMed |
33684023 |
10.1080/21551197.2021.1892562 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33684023/ |
| Design and rationale of a randomized-controlled trial of home-delivered meals for the management of symptomatic ascites: The SALTYFOOD trial |
Tapper EB, Baki J, Hummel S, Lok A. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study evaluated a home-delivered meal program for patients with cirrhosis and ascites. |
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Favorable |
Program has potential patient-based benefits, including effective management of ascites, reduction of healthcare utilization and improvement of HRQOL |
Gastroenterol Rep (Oxf) |
PubMed |
30976428 |
10.1093/gastro/goz005 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30976428/ |
| The impact of home-delivered meal services on the nutritional intake of community living older adults: A systematic literature review |
Walton K, do Rosario VA, Pettingill H, Cassimatis E, Charlton K. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of a meal service and nutritional intake in community-living older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that the meal intervention had a positive impact on the intake of energy, protein, and/or certain micronutrients in the study population. |
J Hum Nutr Diet |
PubMed |
31266095 |
10.1111/jhn.12690 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31266095/ |
| A pilot randomized controlled trial comparing nutritious meal kits and no-prep meals to improve food security and diet quality among food pantry clients |
Hollis-Hansen K, Haskins C, Turcios J, Bowen ME, Leonard T, Lee M, Albin J, Wadkins-Chambers B, Thompson C, Hall T, Pruitt SL. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study compared two approaches of meal kits versus no meal kits to understand how they alleviate barriers for food pantry clients with food insecurity and diet related diseases. |
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Favorable |
The study found that the nutritious meal kits and no-prep meal kit interventions might increase food security and perceived dietary quality, but the findings were limited due to the sample size. |
BMC Public Health |
PubMed |
38041070 |
10.1186/s12889-023-17355-3 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38041070/ |
| A systematic review of behavioral interventions promoting healthy eating among older people |
Zhou X, Perez-Cueto FJA, Santos QD, Monteleone E, Giboreau A, Appleton KM, Bjørner T, Bredie WLP, Hartwell H. |
2018 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The goal of the study was to understand the impact of a diet intervention for older adults. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Studies demonstrated that multicomponent dietary interventions helped reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Also showed that dietary education or healthier meal services could help older adults have better dietary quality |
Nutrients |
PubMed |
29373529 |
10.3390/nu10020128 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29373529/ |
| Home-delivered meals and nursing home placement among people with self-reported dementia: A pilot pragmatic clinical trial |
Thomas KS, Bunker J, Gadbois E, Hilgeman M, McCreedy E, Mills W, Ornstein KA, Reckrey J, Gutman R. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of home-delivered meals on food security for homebound older adults. |
Yes |
No |
Dementia |
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Neutral |
Adults with self-reported dementia had a lower likelihood of nursing home placement when receiving daily-delivered meals versus drop-shipped frozen meals, but this was not significant. |
JAMA Netw Open |
PubMed |
38117500 |
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.47195 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38117500/ |
| The effect of food is medicine interventions on diabetes-related health outcomes among low-income and food-insecure individuals: A systematic review and meta-analysis |
Gao Y, Yang A, Zurbau A, Gucciardi E. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This systematic review looked at the current literature on the Food is Medicine intervention to understand the impact on diabetes outcomes for low-income or food-insecure individuals. |
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Diabetes |
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Favorable |
The study found that the Food is Medicine interventions are effective in increasing F&V intake and reducing A1C levels of the target population. More randomized controlled studies are needed to validate the results. |
Can J Diabetes |
PubMed |
36470724 |
10.1016/j.jcjd.2022.11.001 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36470724/ |
| The impact of a home-delivered meal program on nutritional risk, dietary intake, food security, loneliness, and social well-being |
Wright, L., Vance, L., Sudduth, C., & Epps, J. B. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This pilot study analyzes the impact of the Meals on Wheels delivery service intervention. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study measures outcomes including nutritional status, dietary intake, well-being, loneliness, and food security levels. Improvements across all five measures were statistically significant after participating two months in the home-delivered meal program |
J Nutr Gerontol Geriatr |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/21551197.2015.1022681 |
| Association of home-delivered meals on daily energy and nutrient intakes: Findings from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys |
An, R. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a home delivered meal program on energy and nutrient intake. |
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Favorable |
Services were associated with increased intake of protein, fiber, calcium, copper, magnesium, potassium, selenium, and sodium. There was no significant difference in intake of total energy, fat, and vitamin D. |
J Nutr Gerontol Geriatr |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/21551197.2015.1031604 |
| Impact of vegan meal kits on cardiometabolic endpoints: A randomized, controlled clinical trial |
Pham, K., Sky, J., Hill, R., Haynes, A., Pak, S., & Shah, S. A. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the difference in the impact of a vegan boxed meal kit (VBK) and a standard omnivorous boxed meal kit (OBK) on cardiometabolic endpoints. |
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Favorable |
The study found that the VBK significantly reduced LDL-c and weight in a 4-week period. |
Circulation |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/abs/10.1161/circ.146.suppl_1.15086 |
| Effective elements of home-delivered meal services to improve energy and protein intake: A systematic review |
IJmker-Hemink, V. E., Dijxhoorn, D. N., Ozumbilla, C. M. B., Wanten, G. J., & van den Berg, M. G. |
2020 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of home-delivered meal services on energy and protein intake, nutritional status, functional outcomes, and satisfaction in adults. |
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Favorable |
The study found that several elements of the MOW intervention positively impacted outcomes like energy and protein intake and satisfaction. |
Nutrition |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0899900719300917 |
| Health economic benefits from optimized meal services to older adults—a literature-based synthesis |
Jensen, J. D. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the economic impact of meal service interventions on home-dwelling older adults. |
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Favorable |
The study estimated economic benefits in terms of saved direct and indirect health care costs and improved quality-of-life of €307 per year per individual enrolled. Direct health care cost savings were €75. The remainder was due to improved quality-of-life and reduced mortality. |
European Journal of Clinical Nutrition |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.nature.com/articles/s41430-020-00700-9 |
| Aging in america and meals on wheels: Exploring impacts on food insecurity, health outcomes, and hospitalizations |
Som, V., Yee-Melichar, D., & Zernicke, M. L. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study look the impact of MOW services on health outcomes, hospitalizations, and food insecurity. |
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Favorable |
The study found that survey respondents had high levels of self-reported health improvement and low levels of food insecurity after the MOW intervention. Findings suggest there are improved health outcomes and a decrease in hospitalizations as MOW participation length increases. |
Trends Geriatr Healthc |
Google Scholar |
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https://scholars.direct/Articles/geriatric-medicine/tghc-1-003.php?jid=geriatric-medicine |
| Association of national expansion of insurance coverage of medically tailored meals with estimated hospitalizations and health care expenditures in the US |
Hager K, Cudhea FP, Wong JB, Berkowitz SA, Downer S, Lauren BN, Mozaffarian D |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of medically tailored meals on hospitalizations, health care expenditures, and overall policy cost-effectiveness. |
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Favorable |
The study found that medically tailored meals could be associated with approximately 1.6 million averted hospitalizations and net cost savings of $13.6 billion annually for individuals with die-sensitive conditions or activity limitations. |
JAMA Netw Open |
Siren |
36251292 |
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.36898 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36251292/ |
| Meal delivery programs reduce the use of costly health care in dually eligible Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries |
Berkowitz SA, Terranova J, Hill C, Ajayi T, Linsky T, Tishler LW, DeWalt DA |
2018 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looks at the impact of home delivery of either medically tailored meals or nontailored food on social determinants of health. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that both intervention types led to few fewer emergency department visits. The medically tailored meal program also had fewer inpatient admissions and lower medical spending. The nontailored food program was not associated with fewer inpatient admissions but was associated with lower medical spending. |
Health Aff (Millwood) |
Siren |
29608345 |
10.1377/hlthaff.2017.0999 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29608345/ |
| Anti-inflammatory kitchen kit: Delivering foods for chronic pain to the patient's kitchen |
Feldman-Hunt, C., & Clairmont, E. |
2022 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
The 13-week intervention consisted of provision of an Anti-Inflammatory Pantry Kit to participants, containing health and nutritious foods and meetings with registered dieticians. |
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Favorable |
This intervention resulted in modifications to participant diets to increase whole food sources of essential nutrients that are evidenced to affect inflammation and immune system function among people with chronic pain. |
Conference: International Congress on Integrative Health and Medicine |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.researchgate.net/publication/361004543_ANTI-INFLAMMATORY_PANTRY_KIT_DELIVERING_FOODS_FOR_CHRONIC_PAIN_TO_THE_PATIENT%27S_KITCHEN_Anti-_Inflammatory_Diet_Nutrient_Balance_Reduce_Inflammatory_Foods_Eat_Anti-Inflammatory_Foods_Eliminate_Food_In |
| Food pantry-based intervention may help improve diabetes self-management in low socioeconomic status individuals: A narrative review |
Collins, N., Krutee, L., Bidaisee, S. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the literature to understand the impact of food pantries on diabetes mellitus self-management. |
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Favorable |
The literature review found a relationship between food insecurity and diabetes mellitus management and glycemic control. The review found mixed results for the impact of interventions on self-management. |
International Public Health Journal |
Google Scholar |
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https://www.proquest.com/docview/2679853796?sourcetype=Scholarly%20Journals |
| Ensuring food security for cancer patients may improve cancer outcomes |
Dikmen, D. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at food insecurity interventions and their impact on cancer outcomes. The intervention included a hospital cancer clinic–based food pantry, food voucher plus pantry, and home grocery delivery plus pantry. |
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Cancer |
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Favorable |
The study found the voucher plus pantry to be most effective for treatment completion. All three interventions were promising in improving food insecurity in the patient population. |
Komp Nutr Diet |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1159/000529397 |
https://karger.com/knd/article/3/1/16/834913/Ensuring-Food-Security-for-Cancer-Patients-may |
| Impact of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and a food pantry on food insecurity in a pediatric cystic fibrosis center |
Holzum, H., Nelson, K., Granneman, J., Acton, J., & Nevel, R. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study analyzed the impact of a food pantry for families in a pediatric CF center to understand the impact on food insecurity. |
No |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The food pantry led to a decrease from 27% to 13% in at-risk nutritional status in the study participants. |
Journal of Cystic Fibrosis |
Google Scholar |
PMC8518436 |
10.1016/S1569-1993(21)01767-7 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8518436/ |
| Reducing diabetes prevalence in food pantry patrons using an adapted CDC CHANGE tool for policy, systems, and environmental change |
Geraghty, B., AE-C, M. B., Lewis, S., Charters, M., Romero, M., Maduka, J., Angeles, N., Olivares, P., & Sheely, S. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
This study analyzed the impact of an adapted CHANGE tool to improve the nutritional content of a food pantry, and its impact on individuals with, or at risk of, diabetes. |
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Diabetes |
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Favorable |
The study found that pantry staff chose healthier options than clients and did not believe in the client's ability to choose healthier options. They also found that most clients would choose healthier options if they were offered. |
APHA's 2019 Annual Meeting and Ecpo |
Google Scholar |
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https://apha.confex.com/apha/2019/meetingapi.cgi/Paper/438108?filename=2019_Abstract438108.html&template=Word |
| The food pharmacy network: An alternative method for addressing food insecurity and an assessment of its effectiveness (OR02-08-19) |
Wang, E. Gilbert, A., Mueller, S., Wessels, A. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzed the impact of "The Food Pharmacy Network" intervention that provides free fresh produce in health clinics on food security. |
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Favorable |
The study found that The Food Pharmacy Network participants were less likley to experience very low food securty, increased self suffiency and increased fruits and vegetable serving sper day versus the control group. |
Curr Dev Nutr |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzz051.OR02-08-19 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2475299123158537 |
| Does fresh food improve health? Expanding the care delivery boundary in partnership models of care |
Lowrey, J., Chandrasekaran, A., Headings, A., Hyder, A. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
This study looked at the impact of the Mid-Ohio Farmacy program on health quality and cost. The intervention assesses the food status of patients to help refer them to food pantries. |
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Favorable |
The study found the intervention let to a 3% decrease in weight and 10% reduction in costs. |
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Google Scholar |
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https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3747816 |
| Cardiometabolic impacts of a large-scale, partnership-based regional food prescription program |
Ranjit, N., McWhorter, J., Boyer, P., & Sharma, S. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Grey Literature |
The study looked at the impact of a food prescription program on cardiometabolic measures. |
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Favorable |
The study found that the intervention led to a decline in HbA1c in participants. There were also differences seen in systolic and diastolic blood pressure between the study groups. |
APHA 2022 Annual Meeting and Expo |
Google Scholar |
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https://apha.confex.com/apha/2022/meetingapi.cgi/Paper/518816?filename=2022_Abstract518816.pdf&template=Word |
| Impact of a fruit and vegetable prescription program on diet quality and cardio-metabolic risk factors in healthy adults in a worksite setting: A randomized controlled trial (OR16-07-19) |
Comerford, B., Doughty, K., Njike, V., Ayettey, R., Weisel, A., Katz, D., & Costales, V. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of the Fruit and Vegetable "Presciption" (FVRx) intervention. The intervention included 45-minute cooking and nutrition education sessions and a $15-25 voucher for fruit and vegetables. |
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Yes (18+) |
Diabetes |
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Neutral |
The study found that the FVRx intervention led to an increase in HEI-2010 scores (vegetable intake) and reduced HE-2010 scores (empty calories). There was no significant difference in body composition, HbA1c blood lipids, or blood pressure. |
BMC Public Health |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzz051.OR16-07-19 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2475299123158598 |
| A clinical-community partnership to address food insecurity and reduce emergency department utilization among Medicaid-insured patients in North Carolina |
Mayfield, C., Robinson-Taylor, T., Rifkin, D., Harris, ME. |
2024 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a food prescription program. |
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Yes (18+) |
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Favorable |
The study found that the intervention led to a decrease in nonadmission ED utilization, |
Journal of Public Health Management and Practice |
Google Scholar |
37646558 |
10.1097/PHH.0000000000001821 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37646558/ |
| Healthy food delivery for type 2 diabetes management in rural clinics' patients: A comparative effectiveness randomized controlled trial protocol |
Short E, Selig JP, Felix HC, Painter J, McElfish PA, Rowland B, Ammerman AS, Bounds K, Henske J, Hudson JS, Li J, Young SG, Long CR. |
2024 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of a delivered food box that is specific for individuals with type 2 diabetes melllitus. The intervention included 3 months of delivered meals and a 60 minute vitual consultation. |
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Dementia |
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Favorable |
The study does not currently have findings on HbA1c changes or diet quality. |
Contemp Clin Trials |
PubMed |
38458560 |
10.1016/j.cct.2024.107491 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38458560/ |
| Campus food pantry use is linked to better health among public university students |
Martinez SM, Chodur GM, Esaryk EE, Kaladijian S, Ritchie LD, Grandner M. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a campus food pantry (CFP) intervention on college students. |
No |
Yes |
Mental Health |
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Favorable |
The study measured sleep, mental health, and physical health outcomes. They found decreased depression symptoms, improved sleep sufficiency, and improved percieved health. |
J Nutr Educ Behav |
PubMed |
35618403 |
10.1016/j.jneb.2022.03.001 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35618403/ |
| Community-based fruit and vegetable prescription programs: A scoping review |
Greatorex Brooks E, McInerney M. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study intervention of interest is a community-based fruit and vegetable prescription boxes program, and its impact on various measures. |
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Favorable |
Studies found diet quality, health outcomes, and food insecurity status imroved. |
J Nutr Sci |
PubMed |
37744640 |
10.1017/jns.2023.81 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37744640/ |
| Assessing the effect of adverse economic events on severity of hunger among food pantry clients |
Bangham C, Zack RM, Nelson E, Liu X, Codner A, Hicks JM, Greece JA. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Hunger was found to be associated with increased medical expenses, job loss, pay reduction, increased debt, and death of a family member |
Front Public Health |
PubMed |
38026276 |
10.3389/fpubh.2023.1286094 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38026276/ |
| Participant perceptions of a free fresh produce market at a health center |
Dunn CG, Vercammen KA, Bleich SN, Mulugeta W, Granick J, Carney C, Zack RM. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at a free, monthly produce market intervention to understand its impact and barriers to access. |
Yes |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Participants reported facilitators or the market were accessibility program experience, and the qualities of goods and servcies. Reported barriers included transportation challenes, weather, and not enough produce. They reported the market improved diet and finances. |
J Nutr Educ Behav |
PubMed |
34246412 |
10.1016/j.jneb.2021.03.012 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34246412/ |
| Food security and clinical outcomes of the 2017 Georgia fruit and vegetable prescription program |
Cook M, Ward R, Newman T, Berney S, Slagel N, Bussey-Jones J, Schmidt S, Sun Lee J, Webb-Girard A. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at a six-month intervention for group-based nutrition and cooking education. Additionally, it included subsidies for fresh produce. |
Yes |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found a significant decrease of food insecurity and blood pressure from participation in the program. |
J Nutr Educ Behav |
PubMed |
34509277 |
10.1016/j.jneb.2021.06.010 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34509277/ |
| Food as medicine clinic: Early results and lessons learned |
Hu D, Cherian A, Chagin K, Bier J, Einstadter D, Gunzler D, Glenn A, McLaughlin E, Cook K, Misak J, Bolen SD. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study analyzed the impact of a hospital-based food pantry clinic, which included a 3-day supply of food up to 2 times a month, up to 12 months. The impacts observed included self-reported dietary changes, health outcomes, and resource utilization. |
Yes |
Yes (18+) |
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Neutral |
The program led to self-reported improvement in dietary behavior but did not have significant changes in clinical or healthcare utilization measures. |
Cureus |
PubMed |
36579189 |
10.7759/cureus.31912 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36579189/ |
| Effect of an intensive food-as-medicine program on health and health care use: A randomized clinical trial |
Doyle J, Alsan M, Skelley N, Lu Y, Cawley J. |
2024 |
Randomized Control Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the food-as-medicine program to understand its impact on a patients with diabetes. |
Yes |
Yes |
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Neutral |
The study measures outcomes including HbA1c level at 6 months, other biometric measures, health care use, self-reported diet, and healthy behaviors.
The study found increased engagement with preventive health care, but did not find a significant difference in HbA1c levels. but no improvement in glycemic control |
JAMA Intern Med |
PubMed |
38147326 |
10.1001/jamainternmed.2023.6670 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38147326/ |
| Evaluating the benefits of a SNAP-Ed-funded community garden intervention using ripple effect mapping |
Sadeghzadeh C, Sheppard B, de Groot J, De Marco M. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study to understand the impact of a community garden program funded by SNAP-Edusing the Ripple Effect Mapping (REM) method. |
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Neutral |
The study takeaway was on the REM method and found it was a useful way to study the impact of programs such as SNAP-Ed. |
Health Educ Behav |
PubMed |
34963366 |
10.1177/10901981211058075 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34963366/ |
| Veggie Rx: an outcome evaluation of a healthy food incentive programme |
Cavanagh M, Jurkowski J, Bozlak C, Hastings J, Klein A. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the Veggie Rx intervention which is a healthy food incentive program in upstate New York. |
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Favorable |
The Veggie Rx program showed a statistically significant improvement in mean BMI between study groups. |
Public Health Nutr |
PubMed |
27539192 |
10.1017/S1368980016002081 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5743436/ |
| A mixed-methods examination of the impact of the partnerships to improve community health produce prescription initiative in northeastern North Carolina |
Lyonnais MJ, Kaur AP, Rafferty AP, Johnson NS, Jilcott Pitts S. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of produce prescription vouchers. |
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Favorable |
The study found that the voucher initiative resulted in increased fruit and vegetable purchasing and consumption. |
J Public Health Manag Pract |
PubMed |
35121710 |
10.1097/PHH.0000000000001490 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35121710/ |
| Buying health: Assessing the impact of a consumer-side vegetable subsidy on purchasing, consumption and waste |
Smith-Drelich N. |
2016 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at the impact of a reimbursement-based consumer subsidy. Outcomes measures included vegetable expenditures, consumption and waste. |
No |
Yes |
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Unfavorable |
The study found that the intervention increased vegetable expenditure but did not have an impact on vegetable consumption. |
Public Health Nutr |
PubMed |
26054549 |
10.1017/S1368980015001469 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26054549/ |
| The effectiveness of nutritional interventions in malnutrition and cachexia |
Baldwin C. |
2015 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The purpose of this study was to understand the current oral nutritional interventions related to weight loss in cancer patients. |
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Neutral |
The study found that existing oral nutritional intervention studies have had limited evidence on the benefit to clinical outcomes from these interventions. They have shown increases in quality of life. |
Proc Nutr Soc |
PubMed |
26087760 |
10.1017/S0029665115002311 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26087760/ |
| A systematic review of food pantry-based interventions in the USA |
An R, Wang J, Liu J, Shen J, Loehmer E, McCaffrey J. |
2019 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The purpose of this study was to understand the literature on food-pantry-based interventions and the effect of this type of program in the US. |
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Favorable |
Articles used in the study found that food pantry interventions did have a positive impact on diet-related outcomes. |
Public Health Nutr |
PubMed |
30834852 |
10.1017/S1368980019000144 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10260889/ |
| Food to overcome outcomes disparities: A randomized controlled trial of food insecurity interventions to improve cancer outcomes |
Gany F, Melnic I, Wu M, Li Y, Finik J, Ramirez J, Blinder V, Kemeny M, Guevara E, Hwang C, Leng J. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at the impact of food insecurity interventions on cancer outcomes |
Yes |
Yes |
Cancer |
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Favorable |
The study found the voucher plus pantry intervention had the highest treatment completion rate and was most effective at improving treatment completion. The three interventions also indicated a potential to improve food security among the medically underserved. |
J Clin Oncol |
PubMed |
35709430 |
10.1200/JCO.21.02400 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35709430/ |
| The impact of providing material benefits to improve access to food on clinical parameters, dietary intake, and household food insecurity in people with diabetes: a systematic review with narrative synthesis |
Jd Steer K, Olstad DL, Jt Campbell D, Beall R, Anstruther SM, Caron-Roy S, Spackman E. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at how material food benefits impacted access, dietary intake, and food insecurity for individuals with diabetes and any relevant economic evidence. |
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Diabetes |
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Neutral |
Literature showed improved household food insecurity, fruit and vegetable intake, and overall diet quality with interventions aimed at improving access to food for people with diabetes. It was not clear if it impacted clinical parameters and whole grain intake. |
Adv Nutr |
PubMed |
37245685 |
10.1016/j.advnut.2023.05.012 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37245685/ |
| Randomised controlled trial testing the feasibility of an exercise and nutrition intervention for patients with ovarian cancer during and after first-line chemotherapy (BENITA-study) |
Maurer T, Belau MH, von Grundherr J, Schlemmer Z, Patra S, Becher H, Schulz KH, Zyriax BC, Schmalfeldt B, Chang-Claude J. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study looked at a nutrition and exercise intervention to determine its safety and efficacy for patients with ovarian cancer. |
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Yes (18+) |
Cancer |
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Favorable |
The study showed that the intervention was safe and will analyze the effectiveness of the intervention in a future RCT. |
BMJ Open |
PubMed |
35197344 |
10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054091 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8867313/ |
| Application of food exchange portion method in home-based nutritional intervention for elderly patients with chronic heart failure |
Zhou C, Wang S, Sun X, Han Y, Zhang L, Liu M. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzes a home-based nutritional intervention for elderly patients with chronic heart failure and its impact on nutritional status. |
Yes |
No |
Chronic Heart Failure |
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Favorable |
This study found that the intervention positively impacted the nutritional status of individuals with CHF. There was significant and positive impact on nutritional indexes and cardiopulmonary function indexes for the experimental group. |
BMC Cardiovasc Disord |
PubMed |
36765270 |
10.1186/s12872-023-03072-7 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9912658/ |
| The effectiveness of nutrition interventions combined with exercise in upper gastrointestinal cancers: a systematic review |
Sadeghi F, Mockler D, Guinan EM, Hussey J, Doyle SL. |
2021 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study aimed to understand the impact of combined nutritional and exercise interventions on patients with GI cancer. |
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Yes (18+) |
Cancer |
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Neutral |
Studies showed promising but insignificant effects on physical functioning and conflicting results on muscle mass and improving health-related quality of life from nutrition and exercise interventions. |
Nutrients |
PubMed |
34445002 |
10.3390/nu13082842 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8400981/ |
| A systematic review of interventions that address food insecurity for persons with prediabetes or diabetes using the RE-AIM framework |
Whitehouse CR, Akyirem S, Petoskey C, Huang S, Lendvai D, Batten J, Whittemore R. |
2024 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study looked at two interventions (a medically tailored meal/grocery program and produce prescriptions/vouchers and their impact on food insecurity for individuals with prediabetes or T2D. |
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Yes (18+) |
Diabetes |
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Favorable |
Studies showed a decrease in A1C, improved self-management, self-efficacy, depressive symptoms/diabetes distress, and quality of life. Some studies reported statistically significant improvements in food insecurity. |
Sci Diabetes Self Manag Care |
PubMed |
38545669 |
10.1177/26350106241232649 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38545669/ |
| Comprehensive diabetes self-management support from food banks: A randomized controlled trial |
Seligman HK, Smith M, Rosenmoss S, Marshall MB, Waxman E. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The purpose of this study was to understand the impact of food bank provision of self-management support and diabetes-appropriate on glycemic control for individuals with diabetes. |
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Yes (18+) |
Diabetes |
|
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Favorable |
Food security, food stability, and fruit and vegetable intake significantly improved in participants, but there was no significant difference in self-management or HbA1c. |
Am J Public Health |
PubMed |
30024798 |
10.2105/AJPH.2018.304528 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6085038/ |
| Reductions in housing benefit increases symptoms of depression in low-income UK households |
Reeves A, McKee M, Clair A, Stuckler D |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Results found that depressive symptoms increased in renters after experiencing cuts to housing benefits. There is evidence to support that reducing housing support to low-income individuals worsens mental health. |
European Journal of Public Health |
Google Scholar |
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https://doi.org/10.1093/eurpub/ckw172.053 |
https://academic.oup.com/eurpub/article/26/suppl_1/ckw172.053/2449039 |
| Association between rental assistance programs and hemoglobin A1c levels among US adults |
Fenelon A, Lipska KJ, Denary W, Blankenship KM, Schlesinger P, Esserman D, Keene DE. |
2022 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study included two types of federal rental assistance programs: project-based housing and housing vouchers. |
No |
45+ |
Diabetes |
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Favorable |
The authors found an association between project-based housing and a reduced likelihood of the participant having uncontrollable diabetes, compared to participants in the waitlist group receiving no benefits. Participants in project-based housing had lower HbA1c levels compared to individuals receiving no assistance, but this finding was not significant. |
JAMA Netw Open |
PubMed |
35857325 |
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.22385 |
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2794445 |
| Reductions in the United Kingdom's government housing benefit and symptoms of depression in low-income households |
Reeves A, Clair A, McKee M, Stuckler D. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
UK government's reduction of financial housing support in April 2011 for low-income households who rent. private-sector housing |
No |
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Favorable |
Depressive symptoms among individuals receiving housing assistance increased by 1.8% after the change in UK government policy compared to individuals not receiving assistance. |
Am J Epidemiol |
PubMed |
27613659 |
10.1093/aje/kww055 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27613659/ |
| Housing status, medical care, and health outcomes among people living with HIV/AIDS: A systematic review |
Aidala AA, Wilson MG, Shubert V, Gogolishvili D, Globerman J, Rueda S, Bozack AK, Caban M, Rourke SB. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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HIV/AIDS |
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Favorable |
Almost all of the studies included in review demonstrated that poorer housing status was associated with poorer outcomes, including adherence to antiretroviral medications, access and utilization of HIV medical care, HIV clinical outcomes, ED and inpatient utilization, sex and drug risk behaviors, and other health outcomes. |
Am J Public Health |
PubMed |
26562123 |
10.2105/AJPH.2015.302905 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26562123/ |
| Impact of the monetary value of housing assistance on adult health outcomes |
Byrne T, Miller DP, Thomas MMC. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The intervention was federal low-income housing assistance. |
No |
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Neutral |
The authors did not find substantial evidence that the value of housing assistance impacts overall health or outcomes. They did determine that the impact on health likely depends on the value of the housing assistance, where greater assistance frees up more resources to spend on other needs. |
Health Serv Res |
PubMed |
37248792 |
10.1111/1475-6773.14174 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37248792/ |
| HUD housing assistance associated with lower uninsurance rates and unmet medical need |
Simon AE, Fenelon A, Helms V, Lloyd PC, Rossen LM. |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The intervention was US Department of Housing and Urban Development housing assistance. |
No |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The authors found that receiving HUD assistance was associated with lower uninsurance rates and rates of unmet health care needs due to cost. |
Health Aff (Millwood) |
PubMed |
28583959 |
10.1377/hlthaff.2016.1152 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28583959/ |
| The association of broadband internet access and telemedicine utilization in rural western Tennessee: An observational study |
Quinton JK, Ong MK, Vangala S, Tetleton-Burns A, Webb A, Sarkisian C, Casillas A, Kakani P, Han M, Pirtle CJ. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The intervention of interest was access to broadband internet by zip code. |
No |
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Favorable |
Access to broadband internet was associated with the utilization of telemedicine services among a rural, working-class community. |
BMC Health Serv Res |
PubMed |
34344377 |
10.1186/s12913-021-06746-0 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8329625/ |
| The impact of temporary housing assistance expenditures on subcategories of health care cost for U.S. veterans facing housing instability |
Nelson RE, Montgomery AE, Suo Y, Cook J, Pettey W, Evans W, Greene T, Gelberg L, Kertesz S, Tsai J, Byrne T. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Temporary financial assistance for housing-related expenses from the US Department of Veterans Affairs was the intervention. |
No |
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Favorable |
Temporary financial assistance was found to decrease healthcare costs in ED, outpatient mental health, outpatient substance use disorder treatment, inpatient mental health, and residential behavioral health. |
J Health Care Poor Underserved |
PubMed |
36341665 |
10.1353/hpu.2022.0140 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36341665/ |
| Housing instability and socioeconomic disparities in health: Evidence from the U.S. economic recession |
Wang K |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
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Favorable |
This article focuses on the relationship between housing instability and health outcomes, including heart disease and mental health conditions, particularly focusing on variations among racial and income groups. It found that housing instability was strongly associated with heart disease and mental health conditions. |
Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities |
Google Scholar |
34837164 |
https://doi.org/10.1007/s40615-021-01181-7 |
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40615-021-01181-7 |
| Neighborhood broadband and use of telehealth among older adults: Cross-sectional study of national survey data linked with census data |
Okoye SM, Mulcahy JF, Fabius CD, Burgdorf JG, Wolff JL. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Broadband internet access was associated with engagement in telehealth. |
J Med Internet Res |
PubMed |
34125071 |
10.2196/26242 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34125071/ |
| The effect of unstable housing on HIV treatment biomarkers: An instrumental variables approach |
Galárraga O, Rana A, Rahman M, Cohen M, Adimora AA, Sosanya O, Holman S, Kassaye S, Milam J, Cohen J, Golub ET, Metsch LR, Kempf MC. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
No |
|
HIV/AIDS |
|
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Favorable |
Unstable housing was found to reduce the likelihood of viral suppression and the probability of having adequate CD4 cell count. |
Soc Sci Med |
PubMed |
30153546 |
10.1016/j.socscimed.2018.07.051 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30153546/ |
| Effects of housing vouchers on the long-term exposure to neighborhood opportunity among low-income families: The moving to opportunity experiment |
Kim H, Schmidt NM, Osypuk TL, Thyden N, Rehkopf D. |
2023 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Tenant-based voucher program from the Moving to Opportunity experiment was used. |
No |
|
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Favorable |
Recipients of the vouchers experienced improvements in neighborhood opportunity overall and in social/economic, educational, and health/environmental domains. |
Hous Stud |
PubMed |
36861113 |
10.1080/02673037.2022.2112154 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36861113/ |
| Formerly homeless and other stakeholder perspectives of a permanent supportive housing program in Los Angeles County |
Kietzman K, Palimaru A, Basurto-Davila R, Pourat N |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Housing for Health, an initiative in Los Angeles County providing permanent supportive housing and rental subsidies and intensive case management to high utilizer unhoused individuals. |
No |
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Favorable |
The authors recorded positive impacts of the program as it expanded the reach and intensity of permanent supportive housing and enhanced continuity of care. |
Health Serv Res |
Google Scholar |
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10.1111/1475-6773.13523 |
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/1475-6773.13523 |
| Health outcomes of obtaining housing among older homeless adults |
Brown RT, Miao Y, Mitchell SL, Bharel M, Patel M, Ard KL, Grande LJ, Blazey-Martin D, Floru D, Steinman MA |
2015 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Participants who obtained housing over the study period had fewer depressive symptoms and a lower rate of acute care use compared to participants who remained homeless. |
Amer J Pub Health |
Google Scholar |
25973822 |
10.2105/AJPH.2014.302539 |
https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/abs/10.2105/AJPH.2014.302539 |
| Broadband internet access improves health outcomes for Medicare patients |
Vasquez L |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Gray Literature |
Broadband internet access is the intervention studied. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Reliable broadband access is associated with better outcomes for planned procedures and provides patients the opportunity to research and gather information relating to their medical conditions and decisions. |
NBER Bulletin on Health |
Google Scholar |
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https://go.gale.com/ps/i.do?p=AONE&u=anon~f001c431&id=GALE|A775356061&v=2.1&it=r&sid=googleScholar&asid=9ba99895. |
| Digital access: A super determinant of health |
Turcios Y |
2023 |
Federal Policy or Report |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
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Favorable |
Internet access has a significant part in health care outcomes and can be used to reduce disparities in health care access and health outcomes. |
SAMHSA |
Google Scholar |
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https://connect.extension.org/g/health-and-well-being/fileSendAction/fcType/5/fcOid/556965987635340010/fodoid/556965987635340006/Digital%20Access_%20A%20Super%20Determinant%20of%20Health%20_%20SAMHSA.pdf |
| Older adults and mobile phones for health: A review |
Joe J, Demiris G |
2013 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study examines the use of mobile phones in health interventions for older adults and their level of effectiveness. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
There is significant variability in the current research, but there is documented evidence that the use of mobile phones in care for older adults can improve clinical outcomes and promote follow up. |
J Biomed Inform |
Google |
23810858 |
10.1016/j.jbi.2013.06.008 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3836587/ |
| US counties with low broadband internet access have a high burden of cardiovascular risk factors, disease, and mortality |
Troy A, Xu J, Wadhera R |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the relationship between broadband access by county and cardiovascular risk factors, disease, and mortality. |
No |
|
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Favorable |
Counties with poor broadband access have significantly higher rates of CVD, CVD risk factors, and CVD mortality, in addition to poorer access to physicians. |
AHA Journals |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1161/circ.146.suppl_1.10423 |
https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/abs/10.1161/circ.146.suppl_1.10423 |
| Housing need, housing assistance, and connecting to HIV medical care |
Aidala AA, Lee G, Abramson DM, Messeri P, Siegler, A |
2007 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
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HIV/AIDS |
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Favorable |
Results found a strong relationship between housing need and poor HIV care engagement. Additionally, receiving housing assistance increased access and retention to HIV care. Study provides strong evidence that housing needs are a significant barrier to consistent inappropriate HIV medical care and that housing assistance directly improves health care outcomes. |
AIDS and Behavior |
Google Scholar |
|
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-007-9276-x |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17768674/ |
| Reducing homelessness by embracing housing as a Medicaid benefit |
Bamberger J |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This article relays literature that loss of housing is associated with poorer health and increased acute care utilization. |
|
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HIV/AIDS |
|
|
Favorable |
The author summarizes literature that housing may improve health. In one study, placing people experiencing homelessness in permanent supportive housing was associated with an 80% decrease in mortality among homeless adults with AIDS. |
JAMA Internal Medicine |
Google Scholar |
|
10.1001/jamainternmed.2016.2615 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27322820/ |
| Impact of supported housing on clinical outcomes: Analysis of a randomized control trial using multiple imputation technique |
Cheng A, Lin H, Kasprow W, Rosenheck RA |
2007 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The authors evaluated the US Housing and Urban Development and Department of Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program, including Section 8 housing vouchers, which provided rent subsidies for low-income individuals with disabilities. |
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Favorable |
The study found benefits among the study population in terms of psychiatric and substance use disorders, including drug and alcohol abuse. |
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https://doi.org/10.1097/01.nmd.0000252313.49043.f2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17220745/ |
| Association of advance care planning with place of death and utilization of life-sustaining treatments in deceased patients at Taipei City Hospital in Taiwan |
Yen YF, Lee YL, Hu HY, Sun WJ, Ko MC, Chang SS, Chen CC, Huang SJ, Chu D. |
2020 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the use of advance care planning on place of death and utilization of life-sustaining treatments among patients in end-of-life care. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found that patients with ACP were more likely to die at home and less likely to receive life-sustaining treatments during EOL care. |
BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care |
PubMed |
33115830 |
10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002520 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33115830/ |
| Interactions with the healthcare system influence advance care planning activities: Results from a representative survey in 11 developed countries |
Sable-Smith A, Arnett KR, Nowels MA, Colborn K, Lum HD, Nowels D. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that individuals with greater interaction with the healthcare system through hospitalization, multimorbidity, access to quality primary care and informal caregiving reported more advance care planning activities. |
Family Practice |
PubMed |
29140508 |
10.1093/fampra/cmx113 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29140508/ |
| Measuring decision aid effectiveness for end-of-life care: A systematic review |
Hughes MC, Vernon E, Egwuonwu C, Afolabi O. |
2024 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This is a systematic review analyzing the effectiveness of decision aids for end-of-life care. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The majority of studies reported positive outcomes in reducing decisional conflict in end of life care especially when the decision aid intervention was used. |
PEC Innovation |
PubMed |
38525314 |
10.1016/j.pecinn.2024.100273 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38525314/ |
| Active choice intervention increases advance directive completion: A randomized trial |
Josephs M, Bayard D, Gabler NB, Cooney E, Halpern SD. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effect of an active choice intervention on advance directive completion. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The intervention significantly increased the proportion of participants completing an advance directive without changing the choices in advance directive. |
MDM Policy & Practice |
PubMed |
30288436 |
10.1177/2381468317753127 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30288436/ |
| Racial and ethnic differences in advance directive possession: Role of demographic factors, religious affiliation, and personal health values in a national survey of older adults |
Huang IA, Neuhaus JM, Chiong W. |
2016 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Favorable |
The study found disparities in advance care planning, that black race is an independent predictor for advance directive possession. This association remains even after adjustment for other demographic variables, religious characteristics, and personal health values. |
Journal of Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
26840850 |
10.1089/jpm.2015.0326 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26840850/ |
| Self-determination and choice in the context of mental health services: Qualitative insights from a study of self-directed care |
Elizabeth C. Thomas, PhD, Yaara Zisman-Ilani, MA, PhD, and Mark S. Salzer, PhD |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Self-directed care interventions should address competence, autonomy, and relatedness needs in order to facilitate choices that people with serious mental illnesses make as they work toward achieving recovery goals. |
Psychiatric Services |
PubMed |
PMC6718300 |
10.1176/appi.ps.201800544 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6718300/ |
| Adding value to remote monitoring: Co-design of a health literacy intervention for older people with chronic disease delivered by telehealth - the telehealth literacy project |
Banbury A, Nancarrow S, Dart J, Gray L, Dodson S, Osborne R, Parkinson L. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effect of a health literacy, chronic disease self-management and social support intervention for older people delivered by group videoconferencing into the home. |
Yes |
|
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Favorable |
The health literacy intervention indicates potential to improve social support and some health literacy factors in older people. |
Patient Education and Counseling |
PubMed |
31744701 |
10.1016/j.pec.2019.10.005 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31744701/ |
| Advance directives and nursing home stays associated with less aggressive end-of-life care for patients with severe dementia |
Nicholas L, Bynum J PW, Iwashyna TJ, Weir D, Langa K. |
2014 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines association between advance directives and nursing home stays and end-of-life care for patients with severe dementia |
Yes |
|
Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that having an advance directive in the form of a living will was associated with significantly less aggressive care at the end of life, compared to similar patients without an advance directive. |
Health Affairs |
Google Scholar |
|
https://doi.org/10.1377/hlthaff.2013.1258
VIEW ARTICLE
PERMISSIONS |
https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/abs/10.1377/hlthaff.2013.1258 |
| The value of advance care planning (ACP) in cancer critical care |
Portman DG, Lancet JE, Fernandez HF, Thirlwell S, Newman N. |
2015 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
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Cancer |
|
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Favorable |
Among patients with advanced disease, obtaining timely advance directives with do-not-resuscitate is likely to result in the lowest daily cost of care for critical patients. |
Journal of Clinical Oncology |
Google Scholar |
|
https://doi.org/10.1200/jco.2015.33.15_suppl.e20557 |
https://ascopubs.org/doi/abs/10.1200/jco.2015.33.15_suppl.e20557 |
| Advance directives and health disparities in lung cancer |
Blew AE |
2017 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Grey Literature |
N/A |
Yes |
|
Cancer |
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that documentation of living wills for lung cancer patients was low, especially among African Americans. |
N/A |
Google Scholar |
|
|
https://thescholarship.ecu.edu/handle/10342/6564 |
| Health inequities in nursing home palliative and end-of-life care: A systematic review |
Estrada L, Agarwal M, Stone P |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
The study found numerous disparities in end of life care by race. White residents are more likely to complete advance directives compared to racial and ethnic minority residents. Black and Hispanic residents were less likely to convert from full care orders to do-not-resuscitate orders. Timely efforts are needed to improve NH end-of-life care by providing culturally competent training for NH staff that provide care in diverse NHs. |
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management |
Google Scholar |
|
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2022.02.049 |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0885392422001348?casa_token=MXvpzh0CoCEAAAAA:-zcCo7kfR_AtqrRirfiKu_VPBHqYZMyxYA8gzBb5tefYuaEhPLsQ0lxnv4Y_k5n5lscTwTvGPO09 |
| Advance care planning for emergency department patients with COVID-19 infection: An assessment of a physician training program |
Casey MF, Price L, Markwalter D, Bohrmann T, Tsujimoto TM, Lavin K, Hanson LC, Lin FC, Platts-Mills TF. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Observational study examining the effect of an educational program for emergency physicians on advance care planning conversations among patients in the emergency department during the COVID-19 pandemic. Patients received an advance care planning training toolkit and emergency departments physicians received an advance care planning educational session. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
A quick and simple physician-facing educational intervention, though lacking in statistical significance, increased emergency department-based advance care planning activities for patients with COVID-19. |
American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
35040696 |
10.1177/10499091211072850 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35040696/ |
| Estimating the effect of palliative care interventions and advance care planning on icu utilization: A systematic review |
Khandelwal N, Kross EK, Engelberg RA, Coe NB, Long AC, Curtis JR. |
2015 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Systematic review examining effect of palliative care interventions and advance care planning on ICU utilization. |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Patients who received advance care planning or palliative care interventions consistently showed a pattern toward decreased ICU admissions and reduced ICU length of stay. |
Critical Care Medicine |
PubMed |
25574794 |
10.1097/CCM.0000000000000852 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25574794/ |
| Effect of psychiatric advance directives facilitated by peer workers on compulsory admission among people with mental illness: A randomized clinical trial |
Tinland A, Loubière S, Mougeot F, Jouet E, Pontier M, Baumstarck K, Loundou A, Franck N, Lançon C, Auquier P; DAiP Group. |
2022 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining the effect of psychiatric advance directives facilitated by peer workers on compulsory hospital admissions among patients with mental illness. The intervention group completed a psychiatric advance directive form and met with a peer worker who was trained to assist in completing and sharing the form with relatives and psychiatrists. |
|
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Favorable |
Peer worker-facilitated advance directives are effective in decreasing compulsory hospital admissions and increasing some mental health outcomes. |
JAMA Psychiatry |
PubMed |
35662314 |
10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2022.1627 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35662314/ |
| Effect of an app for promoting advance care planning and motivating patients to write their advance directives |
Schöpfer C, Bollondi C, Moussa MA, Sommer J, Clavien C. |
2023 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining the effect of an app promoting advance care planning on patient motivation to write advance directives. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Overall, the intervention had a positive effect on the mean reported advance care planning engagement for all variables. |
BMC Health Services Research |
PubMed |
37264350 |
10.1186/s12913-023-09593-3 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37264350/ |
| Implementation of an advance care planning inventory and its possible effect on quality of dying: A nationwide cross-sectional study in group homes for persons with dementia in Japan |
Takada S, Ogata Y, Yumoto Y, Ikeda M. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the association between advance care planning inventory and its effect on quality of dying among individuals in group homes for persons with dementia. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
The implementation of advance care planning improves the quality of dying. |
Healthcare |
PubMed |
35052226 |
10.3390/healthcare10010062 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35052226/ |
| The impact of advance care planning on end-of-life care: Do the type and timing make a difference for patients with advanced cancer referred to hospice? |
Prater LC, Wickizer T, Bower JK, Bose-Brill S. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the effect of advance care planning on potentially avoidable hospital admissions at the end of life among hospice-referred patients with cancer |
Yes |
|
Cancer |
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that dedicated advance care planning documentation is associated with fewer admissions in the last 30 days of life for patients with advanced cancer referred to hospice. |
American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
31088134 |
10.1177/1049909119848987 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31088134/ |
| The effect of end-of-life decision-making tools on patient and family-related outcomes of care among ethnocultural minorities: A systematic review |
Nayfeh A, Conn LG, Dale C, Kratina S, Hales B, Das Gupta T, Chakraborty A, Taggar R, Fowler R. |
2022 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines the availability and effect of end of life decision-making tools on goals of care and advance care planning |
Yes |
|
|
|
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Favorable |
Advance care planning programs, healthcare provider-led interventions and decision aids increased documentation of end-of-life care plans and do-not-resuscitate orders, and educational tools reduced preferences for life-prolonging care. |
PLoS One |
PubMed |
35925996 |
10.1371/journal.pone.0272436 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35925996/ |
| Association of advance care planning visits with intensity of health care for medicare beneficiaries with serious illness at the end of life |
Weissman JS, Reich AJ, Prigerson HG, Gazarian P, Tjia J, Kim D, Rodgers P, Manful A. |
2021 |
Prospective Cohort Study |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study examines if billed advance care planning visits are associated with intensive use of health care services at the end of life. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
Billed advance care planning services during the end of life of patients with serious illness were associated with less intensive use of end of life services. |
JAMA Health Forum |
PubMed |
35977213 |
10.1001/jamahealthforum.2021.1829 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35977213/ |
| End-of-life planning depends on socio-economic and racial background: evidence from the US Health and Retirement Study (HRS) |
Orlovic M, Warraich H, Wolf D, Mossialos E. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
End-of-life planning depends on several patient characteristics and circumstances, with socio-economic and racial/ethnic background having the largest effects. Understanding differences that increase end-of-life planning is important to incentivize patients' participation. |
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management |
PubMed |
34062220 |
10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2021.05.018 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34062220/ |
| Advance care planning and patient preferences in a feasibility pilot study to improve end-of-life communication among men with metastatic urological malignancies |
Pannell SC, Laviana AA, Huen KHY, Shelton JB, Kwan L, Bennett CJ, Lorenz KA, Bergman J. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This is a feasibility pilot study examining completion rate of an advance directive and patient preferences for end-of-life care among men in a urology palliative care clinic. |
Yes |
|
Cancer |
|
|
Favorable |
High levels of advance care planning are achievable, and the majority of patients with a terminal illness are averse to aggressive end of life care. |
Urology Practice |
PubMed |
37312332 |
10.1016/j.urpr.2017.11.001 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37312332/ |
| Racial disparities of possessing healthcare power attorney and living will among older americans: Do SES and health matter? |
Lou Y, Liu J. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Older adults who only have power attorneys or only have living wills significantly differed in racial identity, socioeconomic status and health. |
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management |
PubMed |
33484795 |
10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2021.01.004 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33484795/ |
| More older adults died at their preferred place after implementation of a transmural care pathway for older adults at the end of life: A before-after study |
van Doorne I, de Meij MA, Parlevliet JL, van Schie VMW, Willems DL, Buurman BM, van Rijn M. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Before-after study examining changes in patient-related outcomes and transmural collaboration after implementation of the care pathway which involves timely identification of palliative care needs, advance care planning, multidisciplinary team meetings, warm handover, and follow-up home visits. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
The intervention did not affect unplanned hospital admissions, however, more patients died at their place of preference after implementation. |
BMC Palliative Care |
PubMed |
37533107 |
10.1186/s12904-023-01218-0 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37533107/ |
| Evaluation of a collaborative advance care planning intervention among older adult home health patients and their caregivers |
Tay DL, Ellington L, Towsley GL, Supiano K, Berg CA. |
2020 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study used a questionnaire evaluating a theory-based advance care planning pilot intervention designed to improve decisional quality, readiness, collaboration, and concordance in advance care planning for older adult home health patients and caregivers |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Results suggest that that collaborative advance care planning decision making may reduce decisional conflict between older adult patients and their caregivers. |
Journal of Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
32216645 |
https://doi.org/10.1089/jpm.2019.05 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32216645/ |
| Relationship between patient-centered care and advance care planning among home medical care patients in Japan: The Zaitaku evaluative initiatives and outcome study |
Hayashi S, Shirahige Y, Fujioka S, Tsugihashi Y, Iida H, Hirose M, Yasunaka M, Kurita N; ZEVIOUS Group. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that lack of opportunities was the most common reason for not participating in advance care planning. Patient-centeredness in home medical care facilitates the initiation of advance care planning participation. |
Family Practice |
PubMed |
35899787 |
10.1093/fampra/cmac062 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35899787/ |
| Association of advance directives completion with the utilization of life-sustaining treatments during the end-of-life care in older patients |
Yen YF, Huang LY, Hu HY, Sun WJ, Ko MC, Lee YL, Huang SJ, Chu D. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Advance directive completion was associated with a lower likelihood of receiving life-sustaining treatments during the last month of life in older patients. |
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management |
PubMed |
28887268 |
10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.08.031 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28887268/ |
| Utilization of patient electronic messaging to promote advance care planning in the primary care setting |
Tieu C, Chaudhry R, Schroeder DR, Bock FA, Hanson GJ, Tung EE. |
2017 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study analyzes the effect of advance care planning-specific patient electronic messages on the rate of advance directive completion in older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
Among patients aged 65 years and older, use of advance directive-specific electronic messaging statistically significantly increased the rate of advance directive completion. |
American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
27188759 |
10.1177/1049909116650237 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27188759/ |
| Engaging diverse English- and Spanish-speaking older adults in advance care planning: The prepare randomized clinical trial |
Sudore RL, Schillinger D, Katen MT, Shi Y, Boscardin WJ, Osua S, Barnes DE. |
2018 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Randomized clinical trial evaluating the effect of an online, easy-to-read, patient-directed advance care planning program on uptake of advance care planning among older adults. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The intervention may mitigate literacy and language barriers to advance care planning, allow patients to begin planning on their own, and could substantially improve the process for diverse English-speaking and Spanish-speaking populations. |
JAMA Internal Medicine |
PubMed |
30383086 |
10.1001/jamainternmed.2018.4657 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30383086/ |
| Cancer patients spend more time at home and more often die at home with advance care planning conversations in primary health care: A retrospective observational cohort study |
Driller B, Talseth-Palmer B, Hole T, Strømskag KE, Brenne AT. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
|
Cancer |
|
|
Favorable |
Palliative cancer patients with a prior advance care planning conversation in primary health care spent more days at home and more frequently died at home. |
BMC Palliative Care |
PubMed |
35501797 |
10.1186/s12904-022-00952-1 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35501797/ |
| The effectiveness of publicly available web-based interventions in promoting health app use, digital health literacy, and media literacy: Pre-post evaluation study |
König L, Suhr R. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study evaluates the effectiveness of web-based intervention designed to promote digital health and media literacy by teaching skills that enable users to distinguish trustworthiness of different health apps. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The intervention might promote the constructive use of health apps, digital health literacy, and media literacy and improved patient knowledge. |
Journal of Medical Internet Research |
PubMed |
38048146 |
10.2196/46336 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38048146/ |
| Association between palliative care consultation and advance palliative care rates: A descriptive cohort study in patients at various stages in the continuum of chronic kidney disease |
Abdel-Rahman EM, Metzger M, Blackhall L, Asif M, Mamdouhi P, MacIntyre K, Casimir E, Ma JZ, Balogun RA. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
End-Stage Renal Disease |
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Favorable |
The study found that palliative care consultation is significantly associated with better end-of-life outcomes among patients with end-stage renal disease with more completion of ACP and hospice referral in patients. |
Journal of Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
32996797 |
10.1089/jpm.2020.0153 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32996797/ |
| Prevalence, content and significance of advance care planning in nursing home patients |
Kastbom L, Falk M, Karlsson M, Tengblad A, Milberg A. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
This study uses a retrospective chart review on studies on advance care planning in nursing home settings. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Patients with care plans more frequently received prescriptions of palliative drugs and family members were better informed about the patient’s condition and impending death compared to those without care plans. |
Scandinavian Journal of Primary Health Care |
PubMed |
35170393 |
10.1080/02813432.2022.2036429 |
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9090430/ |
| Advance care planning: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials conducted with older adults |
Weathers E, O'Caoimh R, Cornally N, Fitzgerald C, Kearns T, Coffey A, Daly E, O'Sullivan R, McGlade C, Molloy DW. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study reviews the use of advance care planning with older adults across clinical settings. |
Yes |
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Neutral |
Advance care planning interventions are well received by older adults and generally have positive effects on outcomes. |
Maturitas |
PubMed |
27451328 |
10.1016/j.maturitas.2016.06.016 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27451328/ |
| The effects of advance care planning interventions on nursing home residents: A systematic review |
Martin RS, Hayes B, Gregorevic K, Lim WK. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study aims to determine the effect of advance care planning interventions on end of life outcomes in nursing home patients. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Advance care planning intervention increased the number of documented end-of-life care wishes but demonstrated no effect on satisfaction with end-of-life care from family caregivers' perspectives. |
International Journal of Nursing Studies |
PubMed |
35667145 |
10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2022.104276 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35667145/ |
| A review of clinical trials of advance care planning interventions adapted for limited health literacy |
Houlihan MCK, Mayahara M, Swanson B, Fogg L. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study performs aa systematic review examining RCTs of advance care planning interventions adapted for limited health literacy. |
Yes |
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Favorable |
Health literacy interventions increased participant knowledge, preference for comfort care, engagement, and care documentation. |
Palliative & Supportive Care |
PubMed |
34446129 |
10.1017/S1478951521001152 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34446129/ |
| Advance directives and real-world end-of-life clinical practice: A case-control study |
Dalmau-Bueno A, Saura-Lazaro A, Busquets JM, Bullich-Marín I, García-Altés A. |
2021 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
Advance directives are an effective tool to adjust the occurrence of some procedures at the end of life and improve treatment plans. |
BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care |
PubMed |
33753359 |
10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002851 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33753359/ |
| Advance care planning in patients with primary malignant brain tumors: A systematic review |
Song K, Amatya B, Voutier C, Khan F. |
2016 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
This piece performs a systematic review examining studies of advance care planning in patients with primary malignant brain tumors. |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Positive effects of advance care planning included lower hospital readmission rates, and intensive care unit utilization. |
Frontiers in Oncology |
PubMed |
27822458 |
10.3389/fonc.2016.00223 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27822458/ |
| Advance care planning, serious illness communication, and conversations to facilitate coping for patients with gastrointestinal malignancies: A narrative review |
Rao V, Guyer D, Almhanna K, Baum L. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This is a narrative review examining advance care planning, serious illness communication, and conversations to facilitate coping for patients with gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies. |
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Favorable |
Serious illness communication for future treatment has the potential to benefit patients with advanced GI malignancies in a variety of ways. |
Annals of Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
37574575 |
10.21037/apm-22-1261 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37574575/ |
| Comparison of web-based and paper advance directives: A pilot randomized clinical trial |
Rolnick JA, Oredeko F, Cooney-Zingman E, Asch DA, Halpern SD. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Patients with gastrointestinal and lung malignancies were randomized to the web or paper advance directives. |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Satisfaction with advance care planning and AD acceptability were high in both groups and not significantly different. Web-based advance directives hold promise for promoting documentation and sharing of preferences. |
American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
32648476 |
10.1177/1049909120940210 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32648476/ |
| Use of an ambulatory patient portal for advance care planning engagement |
Brungardt A, Daddato AE, Parnes B, Lum HD. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The study was a geriatric clinic pilot of a multi-modal population-based outreach strategy for portal-based advance care planning tools. |
|
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|
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Favorable |
Brief motivational messages about advance care planning via a patient portal is feasible and may increase advance care planning outcomes for older adults in primary care. |
Journal of American Board of Family Medicine |
PubMed |
31704762 |
10.3122/jabfm.2019.06.190016 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31704762/ |
| Factors associated with living will among older persons receiving long-term care in Finland |
Andreasen P, Forma L, Pietilä I. |
2023 |
Other |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
Preparedness for the future with a living will varies according to services and on individual level. Advance care planning may reduce inequalities in end-of-life care. |
Palliative Care & Social Practice |
PubMed |
38033875 |
10.1177/26323524231212513 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38033875/ |
| Implementation of advance care planning decision aids for patients undergoing high-risk surgery: A field-testing study |
Yamamoto K, Kaido T, Yokoi T, Shimada G, Taketa T, Nakayama K. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The intervention group received two patient decision aids that met the international criteria developed by the researchers for patients before surgery. Study participants were patients scheduled to be admitted to the intensive care unit after surgery at one acute care hospital in Japan and their families. |
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Favorable |
Patients reported that using the intervention provided an opportunity to share their thoughts with their families and inspired them to start mapping their life plans, and patients wanted to share and discuss their decision-making process with medical professionals after the surgery. |
BMC Palliative Care |
PubMed |
36224540 |
10.1186/s12904-022-01068-2 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36224540/ |
| Does an advance care planning video help patients having surgery for cancer discuss their healthcare preferences with their surgeons? |
Aslakson RA, Isenberg SR, Crossnohere NL, Conca-Cheng AM, Moore M, Bhamidipati A, Mora S, Miller J, Pastorini C, Singh S, Swoboda S, Pawlik T, Volandes A, Bridges JFP, Smith TJ, Weiss M, Roter D. |
2019 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Randomized controlled trial in which intervention group viewed an advance care planning video. Patients randomized to the control arm viewed an informational video about the hospital surgical program. |
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|
Cancer |
|
|
Neutral |
Patients found the advance care planning video helpful, but it did not significantly change the nature of the patient–surgeon communication or the content of ACP in the preoperative patient–surgeon conversation. |
Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) |
PubMed |
|
|
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK595848/ |
| The acceptability and effect of a communication-based advance care planning program for older adults |
Jo M, Park M, Park EJ, Choi JY. |
2021 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The intervention is a patient-centered advance care planning program with surrogates and a structured and guided discussion by home health care nurses as the trained interventionists. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
The outcomes of this study suggest that the intervention may have a potential improvement on end-of-life care decision making for older adults in South Korea. |
Journal of Hospice and Palliative Nursing |
PubMed |
34185729 |
10.1097/NJH.0000000000000762 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34185729/ |
| How does ethnicity affect presence of advance care planning in care records for individuals with advanced disease? A mixed-methods systematic review |
Crooks J, Trotter S; Patient Public Involvement Consortium; Clarke G. |
2023 |
Systematic Review |
Linking Gap and Impact |
Yes |
N/A |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
There are differences in the presence of legal advance care planning across ethnic groups despite similar presence of informal end of life conversations. |
BMC Palliative Care |
PubMed |
37062841 |
10.1186/s12904-023-01168-7 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37062841/ |
| The effect of a comprehensive dementia care management program on end-of-life care |
Jennings LA, Turner M, Keebler C, Burton CH, Romero T, Wenger NS, Reuben DB. |
2019 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study describes end of life care preferences and acute care and hospice use for individuals in comprehensive dementia care management program. |
|
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Dementia |
|
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Favorable |
The study found that patients in a comprehensive dementia care comanagement program had high engagement in advance care planning, high rates of hospice use, and low acute care utilization near the end of life. |
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society |
PubMed |
30675898 |
10.1111/jgs.15769 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30675898/#:~:text=Enrollees%20in%20a%20comprehensive%20dementia%20care%20comanagement%20program,may%20improve%20end-of-life%20care%20for%20persons%20with%20dementia. |
| Empowering patients with the prepare advance care planning program results in reciprocal clinician communication |
Nouri S, Street RL Jr, Barnes DE, Shi Y, Volow AM, Li B, Alexander SC, Sudore RL. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
This study aims to determine whether PREPARE program increases clinician advance care planning communication. |
Yes |
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|
|
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Favorable |
The PREPARE program was associated with greater clinician supportive ACP communication with older adults compared with an AD alone. The effect was strongest among Spanish speakers and was mediated by active patient participation. The intervention helps patients be more engaged communicators, which in turn encourages clinicians to be more supportive of patients. Enhanced patient-clinician communication may reduce disparities in advance care planning. |
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society |
PubMed |
34758115 |
10.1111/jgs.17540 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34758115/ |
| Implementation and effectiveness of a learning collaborative to improve palliative care for seriously ill hemodialysis patients |
Kurella Tamura M, Holdsworth L, Stedman M, Aldous A, Asch SM, Han J, Harbert G, Lorenz KA, Malcolm E, Nicklas A, Moss AH, Lupu DE. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining the effect of a learning collaborative between hemodialysis centers improvement of palliative care among hemodialysis patients.The learning collaborative involved learning sessions, communication skills training, and implementation support. |
Yes |
|
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|
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Favorable |
A learning collaborative for hemodialysis centers spanning the coronavirus pandemic was associated with adoption of serious illness screening and goals of care discussions as well as improved documentation of advance care planning for seriously ill patients. |
Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology |
PubMed |
36104084 |
10.2215/CJN.00090122 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36104084/ |
| Effect of advance care planning discussions with trained nurses in older adults with chronic diseases in Japan |
Okada H, Kiuchi T, Okuhara T, Kizawa Y. |
2022 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
A non-randomized controlled trial evaluating the effect of advance care plannign discussions with providers on knowledge, advance care planning readiness, self effiacy, and quality of life. among chronically ill people aged 65 years and older. |
Yes |
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
The study found that older adults with chronic diseases can have better communication with their families and health care providers and a higher quality of life if they engage in advance care planning discussions with trained nurses at an early stage. |
Annals of Palliative Medicine |
PubMed |
34775775 |
10.21037/apm-21-2161 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34775775/ |
| Randomized controlled trial of advance care planning video decision aid for the general population |
Kang E, Lee J, Choo J, Min J, Yun YH. |
2020 |
Randomized Controlled Trial |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
The intervention was a video that provided information about advance care planning and end-of-life care options such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and palliative care. An attention-control arm was given a booklet about advance directives. |
|
|
|
|
|
Favorable |
A well-constructed video decision support intervention can increased patients' intention to document advance care planning in the general population. |
Journal of Pain Symptom Management |
PubMed |
31866488 |
10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2019.12.353 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31866488/ |
| Increasing advance care planning using a surgical optimization program for older adults |
Kata A, Sudore R, Finlayson E, Broering JM, Ngo S, Tang VL. |
2018 |
Other |
Linking Intervention and Impact |
Yes |
Study examining the effect of a surgical optimization program on advance care planning uptake among older adults. In the surgical optimization program, participants received an advance care planning discussion with a provider, and trained medical and nurse practitioner students were used as health coaches who contacted participants regularly to address and document advance care planning. |
Yes |
|
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|
|
Favorable |
Preoperative optimization programs provide a unique opportunity to engage older adults in advance care planning. |
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society |
PubMed |
30289968 |
10.1111/jgs.15554 |
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30289968/ |