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Filter by:The aim of this study is to conduct a randomized controlled trail to compare and analyze the effects of both whole body vibrator (WBV) and proprioceptive training through Tai Chi program on static and dynamic postural balance variables of the elderly population. The purpose of the study is to determine that whether whole body vibrator is more evident or proprioceptive training is more effective for promoting functional independency and improving balance in older adults. Hence distinguishing choices to prevent fall and advancing functional independency by using the appropriate intervention without using extreme loads.
To find out the effects of Plates exercises on dynamic balance in elderly population
The aim of this study was to evaluate the validity, reliability, and cultural adaptation of the Turkish version of the Health Enhancement Lifestyle Profile Screener (T-HELP-Screener).
In the elderly risk of fall increases due to balance dysfunction, cognitive impairment and low vision. In this research, the aim is to find the effects of Supervised BRACE (Balance, Resistance, Aerobic, Cognitive Exercises) protocol on mobility to reduce the risk of fall in the elderly. Randomized controlled trial 10-12 weeks follow-up. The sample size is 40. The subjects are divided into two groups, 20 subjects in the control group and 20 in the experimental group. The study duration is of 6 months. The sampling technique will be purposive sampling and consecutive random assignment through the sealed envelope method. Individuals of age 60-80, either gender with Berg balance score (BBS) 20-40 will be included. Individuals with musculoskeletal conditions (fractures, severe arthritis), neurological conditions like Epilepsy, Parkinson, Alzheimer's, Impaired cognition and other systemic diseases or co-morbidities will be excluded. Assessments tools that will be used in the study are Mini-Mental State Exam, Berg balance Scale, timed up and go test (TUG), elderly mobility scale, Fullerton Advanced Balance (FAB) scale, Activities of Balance Confidence.
Aging process and the chronic diseases that affect older adults lead to balance disorders, which makes these individuals more susceptible to falls. However, currently there is no evidence available to support effects of Yang Style Tai Chi exercises combined with mental imagery training on balance and fall prevention in older adults. Because separately Tai Chi training techniques having good effects according to evidence .So in this study we will be find out the effects of Tai chi with mental imagery training for the selection of most appropriate treatment method.
In the elderly risk of fall increased due to impaired balance and gait, cognitive impairment, sensory defects and reduced muscle strength. In this research, the aim of the study is to compare the effect of BRACE (balance, resistance, aerobic exercises and cognitive exercises) and BRE (balance resistance Exercises) on fall risk and mobility level in the elderly population. Randomized control trial study of 6 weeks follows up. The sample size is 40. The patients will be randomly divided into two groups: BRACE and BRE. The patients will get a supervised protocol for 3 days per week for 3 to 9 week. The measurement will be taken at baseline, after 3, 6 and 9 weeks. The study duration is of 8 months. Sampling technique will be purposive sampling and random assignment through the sealed envelope method. Individuals of age above 60 years, either gender with Berg balance score 20-40, MMSE will be included. Individuals with Musculoskeletal conditions (fractures, severe arthritis grade iii and i), Neurological conditions like Epilepsy, Parkinson and Other systemic diseases or co-morbidities will be excluded. Assessment tools will be MMSE, Berg balance scale, TUG, 6 minutes walk test. Data will be analyzed through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 20.
The investigators will propose to older cancer patients with good prognosis (curative care) a randomized trial of adapted physical activity during one year. To increase generalisation of the intervention the investigators intend to compare the PNNS advices (the French National Nutrition and Health Program) to a program targeted on the own capacities of each patient.