- Pain Management and Opioid Use
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
- Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
- Pain Management and Placebo Effect
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Pain Mechanisms and Treatments
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Health, Medicine and Society
- Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research
- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Health Sciences Research and Education
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Pain Management and Treatment
- Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
- Aging, Health, and Disability
- Dental Health and Care Utilization
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Dental Anxiety and Anesthesia Techniques
- Diabetes Management and Education
- Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
University of Plymouth
2022-2025
Paracelsus Medical University
2023
Sheffield Hallam University
2019-2021
University of Aberdeen
2007-2019
Abertay University
2019
Anglia Ruskin University
2016-2018
University of Greenwich
2012-2015
Teesside University
2013
Centre of Advanced Studies
2010-2011
University of Sheffield
1996-2008
We are facing a huge increase in the older population over next 30 years. This brings an anticipated prevalence of chronic pain and with this comes challenge assessment many varied settings. Our first iteration document was published 2007. But there has been proliferation literature research since then, so we have developed new set guidelines. Different patterns sites were seen men women. Age differences suggest that increased age up to 85 years then decreased. The available...
Physical inactivity and sedentary behavior (SB) are leading causes of mortality. We investigated if older adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) more than a group similar age sex without CMP possible contributory factors to this. In this multisite observational study, 285 community-dwelling (response rate 71%) took part. One hundred forty-four had (78.4 years, 65.9% female), 141 formed the comparison CMP. Details regarding falls were collected, all participants completed brief...
Abstract Purpose To investigate (1) the prevalence of chronic musculoskeletal pain ( CMP ) among a sample community‐dwelling older adults and (2) health‐related quality life HRQOL in people with , particularly association mobility limitations falls‐related factors. Method Overall, 295 (response rate 73.5%) were recruited across 10 sites. was assessed using recognized criteria. In hierarchical multiple regression analysis conducted as dependent variable number independent variables then...
To examine the effects of nursing tasks (including their physiological and psychological demands, moderating reward control) on distress job performance in real time.Nurses working hospital settings report high levels occupational stress. Stress nurses has been linked to reduced physical health, satisfaction, increased sickness absence, staff turnover, poorer performance. In this study, we will investigate theoretical models stress use multiple methods, including real-time data collection,...
The objective of this study is to develop an update the evidence-based guidelines for management pain in older people.Review evidence since 2010 using a systematic and consensus approach performed.Recognition type routine assessment should inform use specific environmental, behavioural pharmacological interventions. Individualised care plans analgesic protocols clinical situations, patients health settings can be developed from these guidelines.Management must considered as important...
Abstract Background Endotracheal suction catheters are often used multiple times during endotracheal suctioning procedures in resource‐limited intensive care units (ICU). The impact of this practice on mechanically ventilated patients' outcomes remains unclear. Aim aim feasibility randomized controlled trial (fRCT) is to assess the and acceptability single‐use versus multiple‐use flushed with chlorhexidine ICU patients. Design This study a three‐armed fRCT an embedded qualitative study....
Background: Experiences of dental pain among older people living with dementia, particularly those residing in care homes, have been identified as an under-researched area. There is urgent need for initiatives, co-developed experts according to their experience, address key challenges oral health improvement dementia. This paper reports the findings from a participatory activity which informed development intervention. Methods: Informed by discussions prominent PPI representative field...
• There will be increased numbers of older adults in society the next few decades. Older are more likely to have pain problems and other co-morbidities. Generally is poorly managed this becomes worse when cognitive impairment exists. The impact chronic on greater than that their younger counterparts terms social isolation. Attitudes barriers exist both themselves counterparts.
1. Electrical activity and length of ankle muscles were recorded by telemetry during free fall landing in cats. 2. After foot contact, there was a delay onset stretch extensors between 8 11 ms. High-speed cinematography showed the to be associated with rapid initial dorsiflexion toes. 3. Electromyograms (e.m.g.) from lateral gastrocnemius increased amplitude prior landing. An early depression e.m.g. commenced at ms after followed large peak commencing some first increase length. 4. Local...
Objectives To describe the prevalence of pharmacological ( PS ) and nonpharmacological NPS pain management approaches used by older adults with persistent to identify characteristics associated use these approaches. Design Population‐based cohort. Setting Urban suburban communities in B oston, M assachusetts, area. Participants Seven hundred sixty‐five aged 64 underwent a home interview clinic examination. Those reporting any were included this analysis (N = 599). Measurements All...
Chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) and falls are common among community-dwelling older adults. The study aims were: (i) to investigate the relationship between CMP any (≥1), single recurrent (≥2) in adults; (ii) determine discriminative validity of Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) differentiate non-fallers (a) (b) fallers.A cross-sectional involving 295 participants (mean age 77.5 ± 8.1 years, 66.4% female) was carried out. assessed classified as none (comparison group), multisite (≥2). BPI...
Pain interference and psychological concerns related to falls (PCRF) are pervasive phenomena among community-dwelling older adults, yet their association remains elusive.The purpose of this study was establish whether pain is associated with PCRF in adults.This a multisite cross-sectional study.Two hundred ninety-five adults (mean age=77.5 years, SD=8.1; 66.4% female) participated the study. All participants completed Brief Inventory (BPI) subscale, Short Falls Efficacy Scale-International...
The aim of this study was to explore the experiences ambulance dispatch personnel, identifying key stressors and their impact on staff well-being.Qualitative methodology used. Nine semistructured interviews were conducted with National Health Service (NHS) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) personnel in UK between July August 2014. Participants asked about role, stress experienced current strategies they use deal stress. Transcripts analysed using an inductive, bottom-up thematic...
Pain is under-recognised and under-treated in older people. It a subjective, personal experience, only known to the person who suffers. The assessment of pain particularly challenging presence severe cognitive impairment, communication difficulties or language cultural barriers. These guidelines set out key components assessing people, together with variety practical scales that may be used different groups, including those varying levels impairment. purpose provide professionals skills...