PALTmed In The News
September 30, 2025
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JAMDA
July 25, 2025
Predictive Accuracy of the 3-m Backward Walk Test for Fall Risk in Older Adults
Falls are a leading cause of injury in older adults, and accurate tools to predict fall risk are essential. This study evaluates the predictive accuracy of the 3-m Backward Walk Test (3 MBWT) for fall risk, comparing it with the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), 10-m walk test (10 MWT), and fall-r...
JAMDA
July 24, 2025
Mental Health–Related Quality Indicators for Long-Term Care: A Modified Delphi Consensus Study
Despite the high prevalence of depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions in long-term care settings, there are no mental health–related quality indicators mandated for use in Australia. This study aimed to gain national consensus on indicators for inclusion in a mental health benchmarking ind...
Policy Snapshot
November 17, 2025
Federal Government Reopens, Telehealth Flexibilities Extended
After a record-breaking 40-day shutdown, the federal government officially reopened on November 12, 2025, following congressional passage of H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act. President Trump signed the measure shortly after it was approved by the House, ending the longest lapse i...
JAMDA
October 31, 2025
Improving Access to Intermediate Care Through Flexibility: Simulation Study
Growing demand for intermediate care, combined with nurse shortages, is increasing the pressure on the accessibility of these services. This study uses simulation as an innovative approach to assess the effectiveness of policy interventions on waiting times and hospital admissions, aiming to identify strat...
JAMDA
October 10, 2025
In-Hospital Professional Oral Health Management is Associated With Improved Outcomes in Older Adults With Acute Pneumonia
Pneumonia remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality among older adults. Although oral health care can prevent pneumonia, limited data exist on hospital-based interventions after onset. This study investigates the association between professional oral health management (POHM) by hospital dentistry an...
JAMDA
October 28, 2025
Exercise Interventions Involving Minimal Equipment for Community-Dwelling Adults With Dementia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Although exercise is an appealing nonpharmacological intervention for patients with dementia, the use of specialized equipment or facility in some interventions limits its translation into community settings. However, the effectiveness of minimal equipment exercise programs is unclear. We aimed to synthesi...
JAMDA
November 21, 2025
Pinch Strength vs Handgrip Strength for Screening Sarcopenia and Predicting Adverse Health Outcomes in Older Adults
Handgrip strength (HGS) is a cornerstone of sarcopenia assessment, but its utility for screening is debated, partly because of its role as both a screener and a diagnostic component. This study aimed to evaluate pinch strength, a measure of fine motor function, as an alternative to HGS for predicting sarco...
JAMDA
October 28, 2025
Hip Fracture Geriatric (HIP-G) Index: Predicting 12-Month Mortality in Older Adults With Hip Fracture
Hip fractures in older adults are associated with high mortality, disability, and functional decline. Although tools like the Multidimensional Prognostic Index (MPI) are validated for risk stratification, their use is limited in acute care due to time constraints and the need for comprehensive interviews. ...
JAMDA
October 29, 2025
Diagnostic Accuracy of Fall Risk Screening Tools in Older Individuals: A Systematic Review With Bivariate Random-Effects Meta-Analysis
To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of the most commonly used fall risk screening tools in older individuals from different settings.
