Objective Chair-based resistance band exercise (CRBE) is a simple and safe physical
activity for persons with limited mobility. This study aimed to review and analyze CRBE …

The manual handling of people (MHP) is known to be associated with high incidence of
musculoskeletal disorders for aged care staff. Environment-related MHP interventions, such …

Im Verlauf des Projekts wurden verschiedene Qualitätskriterien und Indikatoren daraufhin
überprüft, inwieweit sie sich für die Beurteilung von Ergebnisqualität eignen und für welchen …

Objectives. The aim of this study was to explore social engagement and social comparisons
as mechanisms to increase physical activity among older adults. Methods. Participants (N …

Background Older adults are the most prevalent wheelchair users in Canada. Yet, cognitive
impairments may prevent an older adult from being allowed to use a powered wheelchair …

Background Physical activity holds promise for mobility-impaired older adults to prevent
further disabilities and improve their health. However, staffing constraints have made it …

Navigating narrow restrooms is challenging for the elderly using wheelchairs or walkers
(EUWW). Existing research focuses on the convenience of furniture use in the restroom and …

Smith C, Kirby RL. Manual wheelchair skills capacity and safety of residents of a long-term-
care facility. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the manual wheelchair skills capacity and safety of …

Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. Walkers are often
used by and prescribed to this population to reduce fall risk, however, walker users and …

Aim To explore mobility care as provided by care staff in nursing homes. Background Care
staff regularly assist residents with their mobility. Nurses are increasingly reliant on such staff …