A physical model for dementia

investigating the feasibility of a proposed model for geometric design of deployable arch structures

deployable scissor type structures are composed of the so-called scissor-like elements (sles), which are connected to each other at an intermediate point through a pivotal connection and allow them to be folded into a compact bundle for storage or transport. several sles are connected to each other in order to form units with regular polygonal plan views. the sides and radii of the polygons are...

Medical Risk factors for dementia; A case-control study

Introduction: Dementia, the fifth cause of death in older adults with the most significant financial, social and caring burden on health systems across the world. Aim: to determine the most common medical risk factors for dementia in the retired population. Methods: A case-control methodology was utilized for this study, within which 180 established dementia patients compared to 371 controls ...

Physical activity for people with dementia: a scoping study

BACKGROUND This scoping study aimed to identify how physical activity may benefit people with dementia; how and/or if current service provide these benefits; and what support they need to do so. METHODS Methods included an evidence review using literature; mapping current service provision through a survey; and in-depth interviews with a sample of service providers. RESULTS The 26 studies i...

Investigation of Submerged Vanes Array for Sediment Control at Intake Using a Physical Model

A Physical Rehabilitation Model for Disabled, Elderly and Injured in Emergency Situations (earthquake)

Objective and Backgrounds: Children, elderly and people with disabilities are mainly affected by damages in any accident or natural disasters. The people with disabilities are neglected in every phase of crisis management evidently. This negligence is more significant in emergencies, specially the need for rehabilitation of these people during 72 hours after earthquake. Method: In this paper, ...