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Can tailored exercise interventions reduce falls in long-term care? Insights from a 2-year randomized trial

In 2001, A recent randomized controlled trial, known as the FallsFREE program, conducted by Nowalk, et. al., aimed to investigate the impact of two distinct exercise regimens over a 2-year period on falls and related outcomes among older individuals residing in long-term care facilities. The study took place in two facilities offering a spectrum of services from independent living to skilled nursing. The trial involved … Continue reading Can tailored exercise interventions reduce falls in long-term care? Insights from a 2-year randomized trial

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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?

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