Barriers and facilitators to adherence to group exercise in institutionalized older people living with dementia: a systematic review.

Jitka VseteckovaManik Deepak-GopinathErica BorgstromCaroline HollandJan DraperYannis PappasEamonn McKeownKlara DadovaSteve Gray

Published in: European review of aging and physical activity : official journal of the European Group for Research into Elderly and Physical Activity (2018)

We conclude that institutionalized older people living with dementia, even those who are physically frail, incontinent and/or have mild dementia can demonstrate certain level of exercise adherence, and therefore can respond positively to exercise programs. Tailored, individually-adjusted and supported physical activity, led by a knowledgeable, engaging and well communicating therapist/facilitator improves the adherence to group exercise interventions of institutionalized older people living with dementia.

Keyphrases

physical activity
mild cognitive impairment
high intensity
cognitive impairment
resistance training
body mass index
type diabetes
glycemic control
metabolic syndrome
depressive symptoms
insulin resistance