Recently added articles from Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy:
Editor's Message: Special Thanks!
Sep 01, 2008; ... The Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy (JGPT) relies on a dedicated group of professional colleagues who volunteer their expertise and time to provide peer review for the manuscripts we receive. This year has been a particularly busy one for reviewers; as I prepare this Editor's Message (in ...
A Descriptive Study of Losses Associated with Permanent Long-term Care Placement
Sep 01, 2008; ... ABSTRACT Objectives: This qualitative study describes the process of and factors associated with losses connected to permanent long-term care (LTC) placement of the elderly. Methods: Five subjects were recruited on a voluntary basis upon consultation with a staff member of a ...
Factors Influencing Balance in Healthy Community-dwelling Women Age 60 and Older
Sep 01, 2008; ... ABSTRACT Purpose: This study investigates the influence of the forward head posture, balance confidence, and physical activity levels on balance stability in healthy community living older women. Methods: This descriptive study included 203 women volunteers [age range: 60 to 95 ...
Knee Extension Strength and Adiposity Explain Some of Older Adults' Self-reported Difficulty with Mobility
Sep 01, 2008; ... ABSTRACT Background and Purpose: As adults lose strength with age and an increasing proportion of older adults are overweight or obese, this study was undertaken to examine the contribution of strength and adiposity to mobility difficulties among community-dwelling men and women at least ...
Feasibility of Internet-delivered Weight Loss Interventions Among Rural Women Ages 50-69
Sep 01, 2008; ... ABSTRACT Purpose: The increased availability and use of the Internet by midlife and older women who seek health information may provide an innovative method for delivering weight loss interventions. This preliminary study examined the feasibility and efficacy of web-based interventions ...