The evaluation of the relationships between self-efficacy and the effects of exercise intervention on physical functions in the community-dwelling frail older adults

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationships between self-efficacy and the effects of exercise intervention on the physical functions in the community-dwelling frail older adults. Subjects: We enrolled 44 subjects（ average age 80.0 ± 5.7 years） in this study. Methods: We evaluated any relationships between self-efficacy（ the scale of the selfefficacy of physical activity in frail elderly people） and the improvement of physical functions. Results: Some physical functions improved after exercise intervention. There were no significant differences or relationships found between self-efficacy and improvement in physical function. Conclusion: These results suggest that the physical functions of frail older adults can improve regardless of self-efficacy.