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Multi-modal exercise program in cognitively impaired elderly improves static balance

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January 2014

Multi-modal exercise program in cognitively impaired elderly improves static balance

Vol: 3| Issue: 1| Number:53| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A

Effects of a multimodal exercise program on balance, functional mobility and fall risk in older adults with cognitive impairment: a randomized controlled single-blind study

Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. 2013 Oct;49(5):639-48

Contributing Authors:
E Kovacs I Sztruhar Jonasne CK Karoczi A Korpos T Gondos

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86 cognitively-impaired elderly patients were randomized to undergo either a multi-modal exercise program, or conventional care (e.g. participation in social activities) to test the effect a multi-modal exercise program has on balance, functional mobility, and fall risk in this population. Results demonstrated a significant improvement in the Performance Oriented Mobility Assessment scale at final...

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