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Alonso, J., Banegas, J.R., Graciani, A., Guallar-Castillon, P., Gutierrez-Fisac, J.L., Lopez-Garcia, E., & Rodriguez-Artalejo, F. (2007). Relationship between obesity, hypertension and diabetes, and health-related quality of life among the elderly. European Journal of Cardiovascular Prevention & Rehabilitation, 14(3): 456-462.
This study examined health-related quality of life among elderly people living with obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. The results found that obesity in elderly women and diabetes in elderly men are the two factors that were most closely and dramatically related to a reduced health-related quality of life. Obese elderly women with hypertension and diabetes should the greatest decline in health-related quality of life. The researchers conclude by stating that these high-risk groups are in need of special attention and further research.
This article pertains to my research because it discusses the impact obesity has on the elderly population. As well, it discusses the implications of this epidemic for health care professionals.
Barrett-Connor, E., Gunderson E.P., Gustafson, D.R., Haan, M.N., Whitmer, R.A., & Yaffe. K. (2008). Central obesity and increased risk of dementia more than three decades later. Neurology, 71(14): 1057-1064.
This article discusses a study that was conducted in order to evaluate whether or not midlife obesity increases the chances of dementia in old age. The results found that midlife obesity does increase the risk of developing dementia, independent of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The researchers conclude by stating that, since 50% of adults have central obesity, further research in this area is warranted.
This article pertains to my research because it demonstrates one of the ways obesity effects the elderly population. Furthermore, it suggests a growing burden on the health care industry.
Berke, E.M., Hoskins, R.E., Koepsell, T.D., Larson, E.B., & Moudon, A.V. (2007). Association of the built environment with physical activity and obesity...
American Journal of Public Health, 97(3):486-492.
This article discusses a study conducted in order to determine whether or not an area conducive to walking lead to a higher or lower degree of obesity among elderly people living in that area. The results determined that specific neighbourhood characteristics are associated with increased walking among the elderly; however, whether or not this reduces obesity in the area was not clear.
This article pertains to my research because it discusses strategies which could be used to increase physical activity among the elderly population, thereby reducing obesity-related health care concerns.
Chau, D., Cho, L.M., Jani, P., & St. Jeor, S.T. (2008). Individualizing recommendations for weight management in the elderly. Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Care, 11(1): 27-31.
This article is a literature review, exploring the various weight-management strategies used among the elderly population and how they differ from strategies used among younger populations. Due to confounding medical issues among the elderly and a lack of research in this area, practical weight management techniques for this population can be challenging. The researchers conclude by stating that individualized programs should be developed for the elderly that take into account their health status, personal environments, and degree of mobility.
This article pertains to my research because it discusses a rising health care concern relating to obesity among the elderly and makes suggestions on how this concern should be addressed.
Chokkalingham, K., Kennedy R., L., & Srinivasan, R. (2004). Obesity in the elderly: who should we be treating, and why, and how? Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Care, 7(1):3-9.
This article is a literature review which examines the current knowledge of obesity and its relation to decreased function, morbidity, and mortality. In addition, this article looks at a number of obesity…
Messier, SP. (1994). Osteoarthritis of the knee and associated factors of age and obesity: effects on gait. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 26(12):1446-1452.
This article is a literature review which examines old age and obesity in relation to osteoarthritis (OA) and how it affects walking mechanics. It was found that there is a strong association between knee OA and obesity among the elderly. It is unclear whether or not the reduced physical function of elderly people living with obesity and OA would improve by treating the obesity; thus, the researchers suggest further study in the area.
This article pertains to my research because it discusses the increased mobility and joint issues faced by obese elderly people.
Osteoarthritis Victims of Intimate Violence: Laci Peterson and Minh Dang Osteoarthritis refers to the form of arthritis affecting the joints of individuals, especially middle age and elderly members of the society (Walker, 2011). Osteoarthritis is known as 'OA' or wear and tear of the joints. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease or pathology affecting the entire joints, ligaments, linings of the joints, cartilage, and bones of the affected persons within the society. According
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis mostly affecting senior citizens progressively with age though trauma-induced osteoarthritis is also observed in younger people. Osteoarthritis occurs at the joints -- elbows, shoulders, knees and the digits of the hand. A projected 20 million people are in the United States are assumed to have osteoarthritis with about 50% of people over the age of 65 suffering, as evidenced by radiology studies.
The higher prevalence of gout in elderly persons may also reflect an increased prevalence of metabolic syndrome, high rates of diuretic treatment for hypertension and congestive heart failure, and the use of low-dose acetylsalicylic acid (Miller, Ranatunga, and Francis, 2008). Gout is managed in 3 stages: (1) treating the acute attack, (2) providing prophylaxis to prevent acute flares, and (3) lowering excess stores of urate to prevent flares of gouty
(Osteoarthritis: The most common form, this disease affects 20.7 million Americans (usually over age 45). Furthermore, if one takes into account that many of these disorders have been attributed to the way that the female body has been adversely manipulated in patriarchic society, then this can also be seen as a determining social factor that impacts women with osteoarthritis. Psychological factors also play a role in this condition and can reduce
Arthritis is considered as one of the major health conditions affecting a significant portion of the United States population. Even though the condition currently affects approximately 50 million adults in the country, it is not primarily an adulthood health condition. There are numerous cases of children suffering from arthritis, which implies that this condition is not uncommon among children. As a result of the prevalence of arthritis among children and
NR GrandroundsA 75-year old female has pain brought by osteoarthritis in her right knee. She reports tenderness over joint line, pain with activities, and feels like giving away or locking at times. She also complains of limited activity and passive range of motion on right knee.Case StudyThis condition is characterized by the progressive loss of joint cartilage, which is detected on x-ray as a narrowing of the joint space (Workman