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Cross-cultural adaptation, validity and reliability of the Tamil version of the Falls-Efficacy Scale – International in Indian elderly population

Sivakumar Ramachandran, Nandini Rajan

Sivakumar Ramachandran, Nandini Rajan – Cross-cultural adaptation, validity and reliability of the Tamil version of the Falls-Efficacy Scale – International in Indian elderly population –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(1); 187-191

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG2EF86RB

Abstract
Background. Fall Efficacy Scale – International (FES-I) is a valid and reliable measure used to assess fear of fall. However, it is worth noting that FES-I is currently not available in the Tamil language. Therefore, the objective of this particular study was to cross-culturally adapt the measure into Tamil and subsequently test the validity and reliability of the translated version.
Methods. The original English version of FES-I was translated according to the protocol set by ProFaNE. The Tamil version, FES-I (T), was given to 81 elderly Tamil-speaking participants. Statistical analyses were done to compare groups based on age, gender, fear of falling, and fall history. The validity of FES-I (T) was assessed by comparing its scores with the TUG test and SPPB. The reliability of FES-I (T) was evaluated using the Intraclass correlation coefficient.
Results. The total scores obtained from FES-I (T) exhibited a positive correlation with the scores obtained from the TUG test (rs = 0.584), while displaying a negative correlation with the scores obtained from the SPPB (rs = −0.619, p-value < 0.001). Furthermore, the test-retest reliability of FES-I (T) was found to be excellent, with the Intraclass correlation coefficient for the total score recording a value of 0.99.
Conclusion. Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that the FES-I (T) is a valuable tool that can be effectively utilized in both clinical practice and research settings to assess fear of falling in elderly individuals who speak Tamil.
Keywords
fall efficacy, elderly, Tamil language
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The analysis of the relationship between blood pressure and cardiovascular capacity in the elderlies

Cerika Rismayanthi, Yudik Prasetyo, Tri Ani Hastuti, Agus Sumhendartin Suryobroto, Yulvia Miftachurochmah

 

Cerika Rismayanthi, Yudik Prasetyo, Tri Ani Hastuti, Agus Sumhendartin Suryobroto, Yulvia Miftachurochmah – The analysis of the relationship between blood pressure and cardiovascular capacity in the elderlies –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(1); 36-41

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG2EF81DD

Abstract
Purpose. The study aimed to analyze the relationship between systolic and diastolic blood pressure and cardiovascular capacity in the elderly. Method. This research is an analytical observational study conducted with a cross-sectional approach. The sample involved 43 elderlies with characteristics: age 66.79 ± 4.24; weight 62.4 ± 11.66; and height 157.83 ± 6.77. The blood pressure measurements were carried out using a tensimeter, while the cardiovascular measurements were carried out using a 2-minute step test based on the senior fitness test procedure. Pearson’s correlation test was applied to determine the relationship between cardiorespiratory ability and blood pressure. Results. The Pearson’s data analysis test results showed a negative correlation between cardiorespiratory capacity and systolic blood pressure (r(41) = −0.516, p = < 0.001) and diastolic (r(41) = −0.442, p = 0.003). Conclusion. The higher the cardiorespiratory level in the elderly, the lower the systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Thus, good cardio respiration is known to provide positive benefits in better blood pressure regulation in the elderly. Exercise may be needed so that the elderly obtains good cardiorespiratory fitness and, at the same time, normal blood pressure.
Keywords
blood pressure, systolic, diastolic, cardiovascular, elderly, fitness
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