Effects of Integrated Exercise on Sarcopenia, Depression Symptoms, and Quality of Life of Community-Dwelling Older Adults With Dementia

The goal of this quasi-experimental (nonrandomized intervention) study is to investigate the effects of an integrated exercise intervention on sarcopenia, depression symptoms, and quality of life in community-dwelling older adults with dementia. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does the integrated exercise intervention improve muscle mass and strength in older adults with dementia? 2. How does the intervention affect the participants' depression symptoms? 3. What changes occur in the quality of life of participants following the exercise program? In this study, participants will: 1. Be divided into two groups: an integrated exercise group and a control group. 2. The intervention group will participate in a 12-week integrated exercise program consisting of strength training, aerobic exercise, stretching, and balance training, performed for 50 minutes at least three times a week. 3. Assessments will be conducted before the intervention and after 12 weeks, including body composition analysis, grip strength measurement, physical function tests, and structured questionnaires evaluating demographics, depression symptoms, and quality of life. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of integrated exercise in addressing sarcopenia, alleviating depression symptoms, and enhancing the quality of life among older adults with dementia. The findings may provide valuable insights for developing community-based exercise interventions for this population.