Age and gender differences in correlations of leisure‐time, household, and work‐related physical activity with physical performance in older <scp>J</scp>apanese adults

Tsunoda, Kenji; Soma, Yuko; Kitano, Naruki; Tsuji, Taishi; Mitsuishi, Yasuhiro; Yoon, Ji-Yeong; Okura, Tomohiro

doi:10.1111/ggi.12032

Cited by 35 publications

(32 citation statements)

References 41 publications

(82 reference statements)

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Unclassified

Order By: Relevance

“…We assessed 10 physical performance tests: grip strength, single‐leg balance with eyes open, sit‐and‐reach, standing time, functional reach, five‐repetition sit‐to‐stand, timed up and go, 5‐m habitual walk, hand working with pegboard, and choice reaction time. The detailed procedures of these tests have been reported in our previous study …”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Physical activities impact sense of coherence among community‐dwelling older adults

Monma

Takeda

Okura

2017

Geriatrics Gerontology Int

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Physical activities impact sense of coherence among community‐dwelling older adults

Monma

Takeda

Okura

2017

Geriatrics Gerontology Int

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…The cohort's participants consist of people aged 65 to 85 years, randomly drawn from the Basic Resident Registration Network System, or "Juki Net". The cohort study's examinations serve as a baseline, and follow-up surveys are conducted annually from In these checkups, the main variables include physical performance [6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15] , physical activity 6,9,[16][17][18][19][20][21][22] , cognitive function 11) , foot posture 10,15) , psychological status 17,19,[21][22][23][24] , sleep status 19,20) , and social networks 17,22,23) (Table 1). Additionally, objectively-built environmental attributes were assessed using a geographic information system 25,26) .…”

Section: Annual Follow-up Study On the Kasama Health Checkup For Longmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Additionally, objectively-built environmental attributes were assessed using a geographic information system 25,26) . Although the sample size of this cohort study is smaller than other relevant cohort studies, this study has the advantage of assessing various physical performance tests including reaction time 9) , postural sway 10,15) , ground reaction force in sit-to-stand movement 7,13) , and cognitive function 11) . The information obtained has been used as control data for all-round exercise classes and voluntary group exercise activities 27) in addition to regular cross-sectional and longitudinal studies.…”

Section: Annual Follow-up Study On the Kasama Health Checkup For Longmentioning

confidence: 99%

Study protocol and overview of the Kasama Study: Creating a comprehensive, community-based system for preventive nursing care and supporting successful aging

Okura

Tsuji

Tsunoda

et al. 2017

JPFSM

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This study protocol introduces the Kasama Study, a mid-sized longitudinal study of health, fitness, and physical activity in older people. The study is a challenging research project that discusses the future of the system for preventive nursing care and for supporting successful aging in Japan. In May 2008, we began the Kasama Study with an exercise program of preventive nursing care for community-dwelling older adults. As of March 2016, we have conducted six study projects: 1) the Kasama health checkup for longevity, 2) an all-round exercise class, 3) the volunteer and the circle, 4) an exercise class for men only, 5) an exercise class for improving cognitive and physical function, and 6) the Kasama Iki-iki checklist survey. We describe each project in detail in the present study protocol. Keywords : Kasama Study, community-dwelling older adults, community-based intervention, community-based health promotion What is the Kasama Study?Launched at Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, in May 2008, the Kasama Study is a mid-sized longitudinal study of health, fitness, and physical activity in older people. The study aims to create a comprehensive, community-based system for preventive nursing care and supporting successful aging (Fig. 1). In addition to research, it has been acknowledged that local communities require social contribution activities conducted by universities, including providing instructions for a variety of exercise trainings for successful aging. Therefore, the Kasama Study can be characterized as a field of practice in which not only research, but also education and social contribution activities are simultaneously conducted.Before beginning the Kasama Study, the authors illustrated Fig. 2 to explain the hypotheses that the study should demonstrate. Certainly, the study's ultimate goal is to extend healthy life expectancy, which is clearly influenced not only by medical variables, but also by physical, psychological, and cognitive functions. For example, higher levels of walking ability and lower extremity muscle function are undoubtedly associated with a longer healthy life expectancy. To provide a hypothetical example, we ask how an individual can acquire higher-level physical functions. The answer may be by maintaining a high level of physical activity by frequently going outdoors, at least for the last few years. We can also ask how that individual is able to maintain a higher level of physical activity. actions and relationships. The above description, however, has focused only on personal factors, but investigating the relationship of health and fitness with environmental factors, such as the geographical environment and social capital, is also necessary.The Kasama Study is a challenging research project that tests the above hypotheses comprehensively by having young researchers, many under 30 years of age, conduct various types of surveys based on their individual research themes that are in accordance with the Kasama Study's goals. In this review, therefore, we describe the de...

show abstract

“…Reaction time test was performed, as reported (Tsunoda et al 2013). Participants stood at the center of a cross-shaped mat switch in front of a light stimulator with reaction measuring equipment (TKK 1264b, Niigata, Japan).…”

Section: Reaction Time Testmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Participants sat on the floor with their backs against the wall and their legs straight (Tsunoda et al 2013). With their hands placed on a scale box (TKK 5112, Niigata, Japan), they slowly pushed the scale box forward with their hands as far as possible.…”

Section: Sit and Reach Testmentioning

confidence: 99%

Regional Differences in Fall-Related Physical Fitness of the Elderly between Seoul, Korea and Gifu, Japan

Shin

Kim

Sung

et al. 2016

Tohoku J. Exp. Med.

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Falling is a leading cause of severe injuries among the elderly, such as hip fracture. This study examined the regional and sex differences in fall-related physical fitness of the elderly between Seoul, Korea and Gifu, Japan. The study included 87 elderly residents of Seoul (mean age 75.4 years; 21 males and 66 females) and 91 elderly residents of Gifu (mean age 71.9 years; 17 males and 74 females). The participants underwent various physical tests, and two-way ANCOVA (region × sex) with age as a covariate was used for statistical analysis. Significant interaction was shown by the one-legged stance (OLS) with eyes open test, which was higher in elderly females from Gifu than in those from Seoul. Significant main effects for the region were shown by the 30-s chair stand (CS-30) and reaction time tests, wherein the Gifu group performed better than the Seoul group. Significant main effects for sex were shown by the sit and reach, handgrip strength, and knee extension strength tests, which were higher for females in the sit and reach test and lower for females in the handgrip and knee extension strength tests compared to the corresponding males in both the cases. Lastly, elderly from Gifu performed better than those from Seoul in the reaction time, CS-30, and OLS tests. Since the ability to move quickly and maintain balance to avoid falling are factors necessary for reducing fall risk, fall prevention classes and exercise programs are required to improve these abilities in the elderly.

show abstract

Age and gender differences in correlations of leisure‐time, household, and work‐related physical activity with physical performance in older Japanese adults

Cited by 35 publications

References 41 publications

Physical activities impact sense of coherence among community‐dwelling older adults

Physical activities impact sense of coherence among community‐dwelling older adults

Study protocol and overview of the Kasama Study: Creating a comprehensive, community-based system for preventive nursing care and supporting successful aging

Regional Differences in Fall-Related Physical Fitness of the Elderly between Seoul, Korea and Gifu, Japan

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About