Does dual-task training improve fear of falling and reaction time in older adults?

In 2013, De Bruin, et. al., conducted study aimed to develop a combined motor-cognitive training program for elderly individuals and to evaluate the feasibility of recruiting and retaining participants. Additionally, the study sought to assess the effects of the intervention on gait characteristics. This pilot study employed a randomized controlled trial design conducted in an assisted living facility. Participants were randomly assigned to either a … Continue reading Does dual-task training improve fear of falling and reaction time in older adults?

How does Tai Chi training affect subgroups of participants with varying levels of physical function?

A recent study led by Fuzhong Li, et. al., (2002) aimed to investigate the impact of Tai Chi training on physical function in older adults. By re-analyzing a dataset from a randomized controlled trial, the researchers sought to determine whether specific subgroups within the study sample exhibited varying responses to the intervention. This research is particularly valuable as it sheds light on the potential of … Continue reading How does Tai Chi training affect subgroups of participants with varying levels of physical function?