Jos W. R. Twisk
VU University Amsterdam
865 Papers
4.9K Citations
Jos W. R. Twisk is an academic researcher from VU University Amsterdam. The author has contributed to research in topics: Medicine & Randomized controlled trial. The author has an hindex of 105, co-authored 782 publications. Previous affiliations of Jos W. R. Twisk include University of Groningen & VU University Medical Center.
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Papers
Comparison of methods for the analysis of relatively simple mediation models
Judith J.M. Rijnhart,Jos W. R. Twisk,Mai J. M. Chinapaw,Michiel R. de Boer,Martijn W. Heymans +4 more
TL;DR: The aim of this paper was to demonstrate the similarities between OLS regression, SEM, and the potential outcomes framework in three mediation models: 1) a crude model, 2) a confounder-adjusted model, and 3) a model with an interaction term for exposure-mediator interaction.
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Prediction of mortality in adolescents with cystic fibrosis.
Erik H. J. Hulzebos,Hanna Bomhof-Roordink,Pauline B. van de Weert-van Leeuwen,Jos W. R. Twisk,Hubertus G.M. Arets,Cornelis K. van der Ent,Tim Takken +6 more
TL;DR: The currently developed model consisting of BMI, FEV1%predicted, and VE/VO2 is a strong predictor of mortality rate in adolescents with CF and may be useful in clinical practice to detect patients with a high risk of mortality and to provide them with additional therapy earlier.
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Work Ability Index as Tool to Identify Workers at Risk of Premature Work Exit
Corne A. M. Roelen,Corne A. M. Roelen,Martijn W. Heymans,Martijn W. Heymans,Jos W. R. Twisk,Jos W. R. Twisk,Jac J. L. van der Klink,Johan W. Groothoff,Willem van Rhenen +8 more
TL;DR: The Work Ability Index (WAI) can be used to identify construction workers <50 years of age at increased risk of disability pension and invite them for preventive interventions.
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Implementing the chronic care model for frail older adults in the Netherlands: study protocol of ACT (frail older adults: care in transition)
Maaike E. Muntinga,Emiel O. Hoogendijk,Karen M van Leeuwen,Hein P.J. van Hout,Jos W. R. Twisk,Henriëtte E. van der Horst,Giel Nijpels,Aaltje P. D. Jansen +7 more
TL;DR: The level of implementation, barriers and facilitators to successful implementation and the extent to which the intervention manages to achieve the transition necessary to overcome challenges in elderly care are investigated.
Physical Activity and Cardiovascular Disease Risk Profile in Women
TL;DR: If investigators wish to measure physical activity in women over age 50 years with the aim of identifying high- and low-risk groups for cardiovascular disease, they should consider not only housework activity, but also leisure-time activities such as cycling, sports, and do-it-yourself activities.
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