J Hosp Med March 2025 PMID 39494712

Association of physical function with hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review.

Erin M Thomas, James Smith, Alisa Curry, Marka Salsberry, Kyle Ridgeway, Beth Hunt, Kristen Desanto, Jason R Falvey

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The collective discussions emphasize the crucial role of physical function assessments in predicting hospital readmissions, as seen in mentions of the review providing 'actionable insights' and highlighting 'improving patient outcomes.' The tone balances informational and professional language, showing a solid understanding of both research significance and clinical relevance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions highlight the importance of physical function as a predictor for hospital readmissions among older adults, reflecting general support for the findings.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions demonstrate a moderate interest, with emphasis on clinical applications and the significance of the research for patient care, though not highly emotional or urgent.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference details like the systematic review, the number of patients involved (~80,000), and practical implications, indicating a moderate depth of engagement.

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The discussions suggest that this research could influence clinical practices and patient outcomes, showing a reasonable perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The review found that older adults with physical function impairments are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital within 90 days after discharge.
  • The study analyzed 17 research articles with over 80,000 participants, including different medical groups like general inpatients and heart surgery patients.
  • Assessing physical function before or during hospital stays can help identify patients at higher risk of readmission, highlighting the importance of managing physical health to prevent hospital returns.]

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Masatsugu OKAMURA
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Association of physical function with hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review https://t.co/uWq4YJcGQF 高齢者における身体機能と再入院との関連:系統的レビュー #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy

Nov 12, 2024 · 27 likes · 4 shares · 1,448 followers View post →
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Functional status is a powerful biomarker for post-hospitalization outcomes! Our new systematic review of ~80k patients in @JHospMedicine provides evidence that measuring function during admission may help identify older adults at risk for readmission https://t.co/zLLwzznYpO

Nov 4, 2024 · 24 likes · 12 shares · 4,689 followers View post →
Hopkins ICU Rehab
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Association of physical function with hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review https://t.co/YubIJwBYPL #icurehab #A2Fbundle

Dec 31, 2024 · 10 likes · 6 shares · 11,987 followers View post →
CU Anschutz Physical Medicine
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#Newpub in @JHospMedicine by @CUPhysMed faculty @Dr_Ridge_DPT & team on Association of physical function with #hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review. https://t.co/o5dGmsJkGb https://t.co/WuR9yIH7m3

Nov 14, 2024 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 2,082 followers View post →
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Altamiro Bottino
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Association of physical function with hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review https://t.co/Y5EMVfYTul https://t.co/g97lSzGYum

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Bina Pattel
@BinaPattel · X

LINK BETWEEN IMPAIRMENTS IN PHYSICAL FUNCTION AND HOSPITAL READMISSION RISK AGE 50+ – NEW STUDY https://t.co/Fs7oHYz5JZ 17% MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES RETURN TO #HOSPITAL WITHIN 30 DAYS OF DISCHARGE PHYSICAL FUNCTION IS CRUCIAL INDICATOR OF UNDERLYING HEALTH https://t.co/v9AuXf03M8 https://t.co/a9X17Sz1GB

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Are you looking to improve patient outcomes during discharge transitions? Our latest systematic review on Discharge Transitions Clinical Practice Guidelines is here to provide actionable insights for better care coordination. Read the full review here - https://t.co/CAMtYDY8AS https://t.co/jrbPiFRHpr

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CU Anschutz Physical Medicine
@CUPhysMed · X

#Newpub in @JHospMedicine by @CUPhysMed faculty @Dr_Ridge_DPT & team on Association of physical function with #hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review. https://t.co/o5dGmsJkGb https://t.co/WuR9yIH7m3

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Masatsugu OKAMURA
@Mstg_Okamura · X

Association of physical function with hospital readmissions among older adults: A systematic review https://t.co/uWq4YJcGQF 高齢者における身体機能と再入院との関連:系統的レビュー #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy

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Dale Needham, MD, PhD
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Hopkins ICU Rehab
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RT @JRayFalvey: Functional status is a powerful biomarker for post-hospitalization outcomes! Our new systematic review of ~80k patients in…

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Society of Hospital Medicine
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Kyle Ridgeway
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Functional status is a powerful biomarker for post-hospitalization outcomes! Our new systematic review of ~80k patients in @JHospMedicine provides evidence that measuring function during admission may help identify older adults at risk for readmission https://t.co/zLLwzznYpO

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