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Evaluation of a community-based exercise program for elderly Korean immigrants.

Mo-Kyung Sin1, Basia Belza, James Logerfo

  • 1College of Nursing, Seattle University, 901 12th Ave, P.O. Box 222000, Seattle, WA 98122-1090, USA. sinm@seattleu.edu

Public Health Nursing (Boston, Mass.)
|October 19, 2005
PubMed
Summary

A modified exercise program showed feasibility and effectiveness for elderly Korean immigrants, improving muscle strength, balance, and blood pressure. High satisfaction and adherence suggest potential for broader implementation.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Exercise Science

Background:

  • Elderly Korean immigrants (EKIs) face unique health challenges influenced by cultural values.
  • Health management behaviors in EKIs are shaped by distinct beliefs and values.
  • Evidence-based exercise programs require cultural adaptation for diverse populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a culturally modified exercise program for EKIs.
  • To evaluate health outcomes and participant satisfaction with the adapted program.
  • To inform future interventions for minority aging populations.

Main Methods:

  • Intervention study involving 13 EKIs (aged 67-86) residing in a senior house.
  • A 12-week, thrice-weekly, 50-minute modified exercise program led by a Korean-American instructor.

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  • Evaluation using the Quality Health Outcomes Model, including adherence, pre/post health measures, and satisfaction surveys.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant improvements observed in muscle strength, agility, balance, and blood pressure post-intervention.
    • High participant satisfaction reported, with excellent adherence rates (9 participants attended >= 80% of sessions).
    • The modified program demonstrated positive health outcomes and engagement.

    Conclusions:

    • The modified exercise program is feasible and effective for elderly Korean immigrants.
    • Results support further evaluation in larger EKI cohorts and other ethnic minority groups.
    • Culturally adapted interventions are crucial for improving health in diverse aging populations.