| Effects of resistance- and flexibility-exercise interventions on balance and related measures in older adults. | |
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PMID: 19940323 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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This research explored the balance benefits to untrained older adults of participating in community-based resistance and flexibility programs. In a blinded randomized crossover trial, 32 older adults (M = 66.9 yr) participated in a resistance-exercise program and a flexibility-exercise program for 16 weeks each. Sway velocity and mediolateral sway range were recorded. Timed up-and-go, 10 times sit-to-stand, and step test were also assessed, and lower limb strength was measured. Significant improvements in sway velocity, as well as timed up-and-go, 10 times sit-to-stand, and step test, were seen with both interventions, with no significant differences between the 2 groups. Resistance training resulted in significant increases in strength that were not evident in the flexibility intervention. Balance performance was significantly improved after both resistance training and standing flexibility training; however, further investigation is required to determine the mechanisms responsible for the improvement. |
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Authors:
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Marie-Louise Bird; Keith Hill; Madeleine Ball; Andrew D Williams |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Comparative Study; Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of aging and physical activity Volume: 17 ISSN: 1063-8652 ISO Abbreviation: J Aging Phys Act Publication Date: 2009 Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-11-26 Completed Date: 2009-12-22 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9415639 Medline TA: J Aging Phys Act Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 444-54 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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School of Human Life Sciences, University of Tasmania, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250 Australia. |
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Aged Cross-Over Studies Exercise / physiology* Female Humans Male Middle Aged Muscle Stretching Exercises Postural Balance / physiology* Resistance Training* Task Performance and Analysis |
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