Purpose: This study aimed to develop a mobile-based exercise program using cognitive behavioral principles to reduce fear of falling (FOF) in older adults after hip fracture surgery. Methods: We developed a mobile application in the analysis-design-development-implementation-evaluation order. The mobile-based exercise application comprised multimedia education using the cognitive behavioral principles, resistance training video, coping cards, and positive feedback, which was developed from March to August 2023. Results: Four experts provided feedback on the content and usability. All experts perceived that the mobile application was useful and applicable in reducing FOF. There were also some comments for further improvement, and the mobile application was revised according to the experts’ comments. In addition, ten older adults who had undergone hip fracture surgery evaluated the application’s usability and satisfaction. Most older adults rated the application as reliable, easy to understand, helpful in reducing FOF, with a readable font and size, and satisfactory in its design. Conclusion This program will likely contribute to FOF reduction in older adults after hip fracture surgery by replacing negative emotions with positive ones and improving physical strength and balance.

Purpose: This study aimed to develop a mobile-based exercise program using cognitive behavioral principles to reduce fear of falling (FOF) in older adults after hip fracture surgery. Methods: We developed a mobile application in the analysis-design-development-implementation-evaluation order. The mobile-based exercise application comprised multimedia education using the cognitive behavioral principles, resistance training video, coping cards, and positive feedback, which was developed from March to August 2023. Results: Four experts provided feedback on the content and usability. All experts perceived that the mobile application was useful and applicable in reducing FOF. There were also some comments for further improvement, and the mobile application was revised according to the experts’ comments. In addition, ten older adults who had undergone hip fracture surgery evaluated the application’s usability and satisfaction. Most older adults rated the application as reliable, easy to understand, helpful in reducing FOF, with a readable font and size, and satisfactory in its design. Conclusion This program will likely contribute to FOF reduction in older adults after hip fracture surgery by replacing negative emotions with positive ones and improving physical strength and balance.

Purpose: This study aimed to develop a mobile-based exercise program using cognitive behavioral principles to reduce fear of falling (FOF) in older adults after hip fracture surgery. Methods: We developed a mobile application in the analysis-design-development-implementation-evaluation order. The mobile-based exercise application comprised multimedia education using the cognitive behavioral principles, resistance training video, coping cards, and positive feedback, which was developed from March to August 2023. Results: Four experts provided feedback on the content and usability. All experts perceived that the mobile application was useful and applicable in reducing FOF. There were also some comments for further improvement, and the mobile application was revised according to the experts’ comments. In addition, ten older adults who had undergone hip fracture surgery evaluated the application’s usability and satisfaction. Most older adults rated the application as reliable, easy to understand, helpful in reducing FOF, with a readable font and size, and satisfactory in its design. Conclusion This program will likely contribute to FOF reduction in older adults after hip fracture surgery by replacing negative emotions with positive ones and improving physical strength and balance.

Purpose: This study aimed to develop a mobile-based exercise program using cognitive behavioral principles to reduce fear of falling (FOF) in older adults after hip fracture surgery. Methods: We developed a mobile application in the analysis-design-development-implementation-evaluation order. The mobile-based exercise application comprised multimedia education using the cognitive behavioral principles, resistance training video, coping cards, and positive feedback, which was developed from March to August 2023. Results: Four experts provided feedback on the content and usability. All experts perceived that the mobile application was useful and applicable in reducing FOF. There were also some comments for further improvement, and the mobile application was revised according to the experts’ comments. In addition, ten older adults who had undergone hip fracture surgery evaluated the application’s usability and satisfaction. Most older adults rated the application as reliable, easy to understand, helpful in reducing FOF, with a readable font and size, and satisfactory in its design. Conclusion This program will likely contribute to FOF reduction in older adults after hip fracture surgery by replacing negative emotions with positive ones and improving physical strength and balance.

Purpose: This study aimed to develop a mobile-based exercise program using cognitive behavioral principles to reduce fear of falling (FOF) in older adults after hip fracture surgery. Methods: We developed a mobile application in the analysis-design-development-implementation-evaluation order. The mobile-based exercise application comprised multimedia education using the cognitive behavioral principles, resistance training video, coping cards, and positive feedback, which was developed from March to August 2023. Results: Four experts provided feedback on the content and usability. All experts perceived that the mobile application was useful and applicable in reducing FOF. There were also some comments for further improvement, and the mobile application was revised according to the experts’ comments. In addition, ten older adults who had undergone hip fracture surgery evaluated the application’s usability and satisfaction. Most older adults rated the application as reliable, easy to understand, helpful in reducing FOF, with a readable font and size, and satisfactory in its design. Conclusion This program will likely contribute to FOF reduction in older adults after hip fracture surgery by replacing negative emotions with positive ones and improving physical strength and balance.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to provide baseline data for the assessment of exposure to indium and to prevent adverse health effects among workers engaged in the electronics and related industries in Republic of Korea. Methods: Total (n = 369) and respirable (n = 384) indium concentrations were monitored using personal air sampling in workers at the following 19 workplaces: six sputtering target manufacturing companies, four manufacturing companies of panel displays, two companies engaged in cleaning of sputtering components, two companies dedicated to the cleaning of sputtering target, and five indium recycling companies. Results: The level of exposure to total indium ranged from 0.9 to 609.3 μg/m3 for the sputtering target companies; from 0.2 to 2,782.0 μg/m3 for the panel display companies and from 0.5 to 2,089.9 μg/m3 for the indium recycling companies. The level of exposure to respirable indium was in the range of 0.02 to 448.6 μg/m3 for the sputtering target companies; 0.01 to 419.5 μg/m3 for the panel display companies; and 0.5 to 436.3 μg/m3 for the indium recycling companies. The indium recycling companies had the most samples exceeding the exposure standard for indium, followed by sputtering target companies and panel display companies. Conclusions The main finding from this exposure assessment is that many workers who handle indium compounds in the electronics industry are exposed to indium levels that exceed the exposure standards for indium. Hence, it is necessary to continuously monitor the indium exposure of this workforce and take measures to reduce its exposure levels.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to provide baseline data for the assessment of exposure to indium and to prevent adverse health effects among workers engaged in the electronics and related industries in Republic of Korea. Methods: Total (n = 369) and respirable (n = 384) indium concentrations were monitored using personal air sampling in workers at the following 19 workplaces: six sputtering target manufacturing companies, four manufacturing companies of panel displays, two companies engaged in cleaning of sputtering components, two companies dedicated to the cleaning of sputtering target, and five indium recycling companies. Results: The level of exposure to total indium ranged from 0.9 to 609.3 μg/m3 for the sputtering target companies; from 0.2 to 2,782.0 μg/m3 for the panel display companies and from 0.5 to 2,089.9 μg/m3 for the indium recycling companies. The level of exposure to respirable indium was in the range of 0.02 to 448.6 μg/m3 for the sputtering target companies; 0.01 to 419.5 μg/m3 for the panel display companies; and 0.5 to 436.3 μg/m3 for the indium recycling companies. The indium recycling companies had the most samples exceeding the exposure standard for indium, followed by sputtering target companies and panel display companies. Conclusions The main finding from this exposure assessment is that many workers who handle indium compounds in the electronics industry are exposed to indium levels that exceed the exposure standards for indium. Hence, it is necessary to continuously monitor the indium exposure of this workforce and take measures to reduce its exposure levels.

Background: and Purpose The importance of the quality of life (QOL) of carers has been increasingly recognized as it has a wide range of effects on the psychological, emotional, and social outcomes of patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Understanding their QOL is important as it reflects their unique characteristics; however, there have been few studies on this in Korea. This study aimed to translate and validate the Korean version of the Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire–Carer (PDQ-Carer). Methods: This was a methodological study that included a translation process and a crosssectional investigation. The Korean version of the scale was developed using back translation, semantic adjustment, and pretests. The final version was self-administered by 125 Korean family carers. Cronbach’s alpha values were used to assess the internal consistency of the PDQ-Carer. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were used to validate the translated scale. Results: Exploratory factor analysis identified four factors that accounted for 64.51% of the variance. A modified model using modification indices was found to fit the data well in the confirmatory factor analysis. That factor analysis supported the structure of the original four factors with relocation of several items that reflected Korean culture. Cronbach’s alpha values were 0.96 for the total scale, 0.93 for personal and social activities, 0.89 for strain, 0.85 for anxiety and depression, and 0.85 for self-care. Conclusions This study verified that the Korean version of the PDQ-Carer can be used to acquire important information about the multidimensional aspects of the QOL of Korean carers for patients with PD.