Effectiveness of Interventions for Chronic Disease Management Among Older Adults in Thailand

Sample size: 37 publication Evidence: high

Author Information

Author(s): Piaseu Noppawan, Whaikid Phatcharaphon

Primary Institution: Mahidol University

Hypothesis

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of interventions in managing chronic diseases in older Thais.

Conclusion

The study found that various interventions significantly reduced blood pressure and improved diabetes management in older adults in Thailand.

Supporting Evidence

Systolic blood pressure decreased by -12.27 mmHg.
Diastolic blood pressure decreased by -7.53 mmHg.
Self-management significantly decreased systolic blood pressure by -16.79 mmHg.
Lifestyle modification significantly decreased systolic blood pressure by -16.40 mmHg.
Physical exercise significantly decreased systolic blood pressure by -8.77 mmHg.
Application use significantly decreased systolic blood pressure by -3.49 mmHg.
Self-management decreased diastolic blood pressure by -9.34 mmHg.
Lifestyle modification decreased fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels.

Takeaway

This study shows that certain health programs can help older people in Thailand manage their chronic diseases better.

Methodology

This systematic review included randomized controlled trials or quasi-experimental designs published between 2018 and 2023, with quality assessed using JBI critical appraisal tools.

Participant Demographics

Older adults in Thailand.

Statistical Information

Confidence Interval

95% CI: -16.06, -8.47

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.3959

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