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Can perturbed treadmill exercises reduce falls in frail elderly individuals?

In 2004, a study conducted by Hiroyuki Shimada, et. al., a new intervention program aimed at preventing falls among physically disabled elderly individuals has shown promising results. The study, published in [Journal Name], investigated the effects of perturbed walking exercise using a bilateral separated treadmill. The research included 32 participants aged 66 to 98 years, residing in long-term care facilities or receiving outpatient care. These … Continue reading Can perturbed treadmill exercises reduce falls in frail elderly individuals?

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Which exercise components are most effective in preventing falls and injuries in the elderly?

In 1995, Province, et. al., investigated the impact of short-term exercise on falls and fall-related injuries among the elderly population. The study focused on the Frailty and Injuries: Cooperative Studies of Intervention Techniques (FICSIT), which comprised seven independent, randomized, controlled clinical trials. These trials assessed the efficacy of various interventions in mitigating falls and frailty in elderly patients, with all interventions incorporating exercise components lasting … Continue reading Which exercise components are most effective in preventing falls and injuries in the elderly?

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