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45 articles for “Geriatrics”
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Integrated Approach of Unani Medicine in Geriatric Care
Abstract: Aging is a process of physical, psychological and social changes in multidimensional aspects. The percentage of elderly, in the world population is expected to increase rapidly from 9.5% in 1995 to 20.7% in 2050 and 30.5% in 2150. In India, the population of older people has risen from 4.9% in 1901 to 5.5% in 1951, 6.5% in 1991, 7.7% in 2001, and 8.3% in 2011 and will be 12% in …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Dimensions of Geriatric Care in Unani Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Normal ageing is a biological process defined as those time dependent, irreversible changes that lead to progressive and generalized impairment of functions resulting in the loss of adaptive response to stress and in increasing the risk of age-related diseases. With the continuing growth of elderly populations in modern societies, it has become a matter of increasing urgency to look for ways to maintain and improve the functional abilities of ageing …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Geriatric Foods
Abstract: Geriatric malnutrition is a very prevalent and relevant issue for consideration. Geriatrics is concerned with prolonging life through the prevention and treatment of diseases among aged people.Ageing is related to the deterioration of physiological and health functions which reduces the ability to perform various basic activities of daily life. However, elderly population is not a homogeneous group as people age at different rates, so there is great variability among individuals. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 29–44 Read article
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An Evidence Based Research on Impact and Validation of MFRS (medication fall risk score and evaluation tool) and DART (drug associated risk tool) and drug safety evaluation on special population (Geriatrics, Pregnancy and lactating Women)
Abstract: The topics and subjects studied and reported in this project work is very less frequently discussed and studied on the special population. It is a very important matter to discuss on and to find some conclusions so that the special patient groups like pregnant, lactating, and geriatric patients can be treated and taken care of well. These most sensitive patient populations that need the best treatment and often health care …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 33–51 Read article
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Pediatric and Geriatric Formulation Tailoring Dosage Form for Age-Specific Needs
Abstract: This comprehensive review addresses the critical challenges and advancements in the formulation of oral medications for pediatric and geriatric populations, who often face unique pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic differences. The World Health Organization highlights that nearly 50% of long-term medications are not adhered to, with significant implications for health outcomes. Pediatric patients, due to their developmental stages, and geriatric patients, due to age-related physiological changes, require tailored drug formulations to enhance …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 89–103 Read article
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Speech Perception in Geriatric Population
Abstract: Ageing is one of the characteristic features seen in organisms of the animal kingdom; after birth via ageing first the development and maturation take place which when progresses with time results in degeneration and ultimately ends with the end of the life cycle of the organism. As humans are no different; our maturation phase starts right after birth, which results in complete maturation by the time humans reach adulthood [1]. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Polypharmacy and the need of deprescribing in Geriatric Chronic Kidney Disease patients
Abstract: Polypharmacy and Hyper polypharmacy pose risk for geriatric population by increasing drug interactions and side effects. This calls for deprescription to remove potentially inappropriate medications (PIM) from their prescription. BEERs criteria (BC) was used to classify medications for PIM. It also includes addition of a new drug, dose reduction and replacement with a newer drug. This study was conducted to find out the need of deprescription in geriatric population suffering …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Lifestyle Factors in Geriatric Depression and Its Ayurvedic Management
Abstract: The demographic changes during last 50 years have led to the increased importance being given to the geriatric care all over the world. The control of the infectious diseases because of discovery of newer antibiotics, the improved emergency care and coming up of ICUs and CCUs have led to the increased mean life span leading to the growth in the elderly population and at the same time decrease in the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2011 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Immunization in Geriatric Population in India: A Critical Review
Abstract: Immunization is one of the key components of preventive healthcare strategies worldwide. However, which vaccine should be administered by the state in socialized medicine and which vaccine should be advocated to the individuals who can afford the expenditure should be discussed among health practitioners. This article addresses issues pertaining to vaccination among elderly from public health point of view, a largely neglected area in developing countries like India. From the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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A Study on Polypharmacy Effects in Geriatrics in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
Abstract: Polypharmacy/polymedicine/multiple drugs is the use of four or more medications by a patient. Geriatrics or geriatric medicine is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderly people. Polypharmacy are the major risk factor of adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Elders are prone to multiple diseases is the leading cause for the using of polypharmacy. It increases hospital staying, cost of medications. Health care providers should evaluate the prescription, simplifying the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 36–38 Read article
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Ayurvedic Herbs in the Management of Geriatric Problems: A Review
Abstract: AbstractGeriatric problems are of much concern for medical professionals in the present day scenario. More toxic and adverse effect of allopathic medicines is reported in common problems of old age due to altered metabolic activities in old age. Ayurvedic herbs are better in the management of geriatric problems. These herbs are classified in classical Ayurvedic texts as Rasayana. The Rasayana is a specialized type of treatment that leads to an …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Management of Geriatric Disease vis-à-vis Sahaj Vyadhis through Ayurveda
Abstract: Degenerative diseases are comparable with Sahaj Vyadhis that are observed in patients with advancing age. In recent years average life span has increased to 80 years, this has resulted in problems arising from advancing age i.e., aging disease or degenerative disease. The Sahaj Vyadhis are due to changes in body due to aging, if these changes occur before its usual time prompt management and life style modification is necessary, but …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 35–37 Read article
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Contemporary View of Tadaabeere Mashaaikh (Geriatric Care) in Prevention of Life Style Disease and Preservation of Health
Abstract: Health is the most important and precious gift from Almighty Allah, and everybody and everyone wants to positive health, but those people who care themselves and surrounding reach maximum positive health. But the process of ageing leads to progressive and deleterious changes in the organism and cause health problem as the age advance. The regimen or systematic plan for the maintenance and improvement of health in elderly called as tadaabeere …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Comparative Dietary Assessment of Geriatric Male Residing in Old Age Home and in Families of Udaipur City
Abstract: AbstractA man's life is normally divided into four main stages namely infancy, childhood, adulthood and old age. The present study was conducted to assess the dietary intake of old age people residing in old age home and in families of Udaipur city, India. The total sample of the present study was selected randomly andconsisted of 100 elderly male person out of that 50 respondents were from old age homes and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Assessment Of Prescription Pattern Of Antibiotics In Geriatric Population At Tertiary Hospital
Abstract: Antibiotics is an anti-infective agent that are capable of Destroying and inhibiting the growth of micro-organisms and it is derived from Bacteria or Moulds that are toxic to other bacteria. Alexander Fleming in1928,accidently discovered Penicillin notatum . he found that penicillin notatum are extremely effective even at very low concentration. In elder population Aging process causes changes in nervous system, cognition , vision , hearing , memory, learning , intelligence …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Impact of in-Home PT on Mobility and Independence in Geriatric Patients with OA
Abstract: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading source of pain and functional challenges in older adults, significantly impacting their mobility and independence. In-home physical therapy (PT) offers a personalized, patient-focused approach to managing OA in a comfortable setting, providing targeted treatments tailored to the specific needs of elderly patients. This study explores how in-home PT can enhance joint function, alleviate pain, and boost the overall quality of life for older adults living …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 65–72 Read article
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Critical Study on Ahara with Special Reference to Geriatrics
Abstract: AbstractIn the ancient era the people had a long and healthy life because of their healthy food habits and lifestyle. Jara or old age is one among the natural diseases as per Acharya Sushruta. Jara or old age may be Kalakrita (due to the effect of time) or Akalakrita (Premature due to aggravation of Dosha or by nature). Acharya Sharangadhara mentions about the gradual decrease of childhood, growth, lustre, memory, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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A review on the effects of Indian medicinal spices on age related molecular and cellular pathways in light of geriatric muscle loss
Abstract: Biological aging is an enigmatic and progressive process, which can be affected by various mechanisms - genetic alteration, deregulated nutrient sensing, proteostasis, cellular degeneration and stem cell dysfunctioning. Indian spices are an underexplored repository of phytoactives with a medicinal potential. Especially spices like cumin (Cuminum-cyminum) and fennel seeds (Foeniculum vulgare) are central to the Indian diet as well as a part of numerous traditional recipes and formulations with medicinal implications. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Prevalence of Frailty and Its Association with Information and Communication Technologies Use among Older Adults
Abstract: Frailty phenotype (FP) refers to a clinical syndrome characterized by a lack of effective response to stressors due to a decline in physiological reserve. The presence of FP is associated with negative outcomes in elders, like disability. Information and communication technology (ICT) is defined as a unit of technology that an individual can use to produce, store, and communicate information, e.g., mobile phones (MP) and internet browsing. The aim of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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Influence of Remote Therapeutic Monitoring on Efficiency and Effectiveness of PT in Home Health Settings
Abstract: The delivery of physical therapy (PT) services in a home health setting presents unique challenges and opportunities, particularly as the demand for personalized, patient-centric care continues to grow. Remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) has emerged as a transformative tool, enabling therapists to monitor patients’ progress, adherence, and outcomes beyond the traditional in-person visits. Leveraging technologies, such as wearable devices, mobile applications, and telecommunication platforms, RTM bridges the gap between sessions, fostering …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 35–40 Read article