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Can community yoga classes impact type 2 diabetes? A trial exploration

Yoga has emerged as a popular adjunct therapy for managing Type 2 diabetes, although its effectiveness remains a subject of debate. In a bid to shed light on this issue, a recent study delved into the feasibility of investigating community-based yoga classes for individuals with Type 2 diabetes, aiming to lay the groundwork for a definitive, multi-center trial. In 2009, Skoro-Kondza, et. al., Conducted as … Continue reading Can community yoga classes impact type 2 diabetes? A trial exploration

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Are community-based exercise programs worthwhile for the elderly? A cost-benefit analysis

In 2004, Munro, et. al., conducted study to evaluate the cost effectiveness of a community-based exercise program targeting older adults as a population-wide public health initiative. This study employed a pragmatic, cluster-randomized community intervention trial design, conducted across 12 general practices in Sheffield. Four practices were randomly assigned as intervention populations, while eight served as control populations. The study enrolled individuals aged 65 and above … Continue reading Are community-based exercise programs worthwhile for the elderly? A cost-benefit analysis

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What predicts dropout in exercise interventions for frail older adults?

In 2000, Schmidt, et. al., delved into the dynamics of attrition within an exercise program designed to enhance physical function in frail older individuals. With a focus on two distinct exercise modalities—class-based and self-paced—the study aimed to identify the reasons behind participant dropout and potential predictors of attrition. The study enrolled 155 community-dwelling older individuals, averaging 77.4 years of age, with mild to moderate mobility … Continue reading What predicts dropout in exercise interventions for frail older adults?

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