Therapeutic Quality Affects Physical Fitness Benefits of Home Exercise Interventions in Older Adults: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression.

Kenneth S NoguchiElise WileyKevin MoncionMatthew D FlissMarla K BeauchampStuart M PhillipsLehana ThabaneAda Tang

Published in: Journal of geriatric physical therapy (2001) (2024)

Home-based exercise may improve upper- and lower-body strength, as well as aerobic fitness in older adults. However, the effectiveness of interventions is affected by inadequate dosing of exercise programs and adherence issues. Physical therapists should have the best available evidence to support their clinical decision making, especially when designing and monitoring home programs.

Keyphrases

physical activity
systematic review
high intensity
decision making
healthcare
public health
randomized controlled trial
resistance training
meta analyses
body composition
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle
quality improvement