Background:The frailty syndrome in the elderly is rising. This surge is associated with increasing risks of adverse events. Methodology: The research group did a systematic literature review [SLR] according to PRISMA. The research was done on the EBSCO Host including Medline Complete, CINAHL Ultimate among others while utilizing validated research terms in accordance to Decs/Mesh. The research strategy had inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria while applying research limiters such as peer-reviewed literature, a timespan of 5 years, language filters. Results: The group selected eigth studies. The eight studies had structured interventions whose rehabilitation programs included resistance training; aerobic training along with clinical follow-up. The results showed significant improvement in activities of daily living [ADLs], muscle strength, balance, and quality of life [QoL] among the elderly participants, with a reduction in the transition to more advanced stages of frailty. Discussion: This SLR showcases a strong international tendency for rehabilitation programs in frail elderly with the main goal of increasing physical capabilities while improving QoL. Conclusion: The evidence seems to suggest that these programs are beneficial in slowing or even reverting frailty syndrome by improving functional capacity. The implementation of these programs in community setting could reverse frail status and promote healthy aging.

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Systematic Literature Review: Health Gains from Rehabilitation Programs

  • André Pereira,
  • Mauro Lopes,
  • Rogério Ferreira

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Background:The frailty syndrome in the elderly is rising. This surge is associated with increasing risks of adverse events. Methodology: The research group did a systematic literature review [SLR] according to PRISMA. The research was done on the EBSCO Host including Medline Complete, CINAHL Ultimate among others while utilizing validated research terms in accordance to Decs/Mesh. The research strategy had inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria while applying research limiters such as peer-reviewed literature, a timespan of 5 years, language filters. Results: The group selected eigth studies. The eight studies had structured interventions whose rehabilitation programs included resistance training; aerobic training along with clinical follow-up. The results showed significant improvement in activities of daily living [ADLs], muscle strength, balance, and quality of life [QoL] among the elderly participants, with a reduction in the transition to more advanced stages of frailty. Discussion: This SLR showcases a strong international tendency for rehabilitation programs in frail elderly with the main goal of increasing physical capabilities while improving QoL. Conclusion: The evidence seems to suggest that these programs are beneficial in slowing or even reverting frailty syndrome by improving functional capacity. The implementation of these programs in community setting could reverse frail status and promote healthy aging.