The evaluation of a strength and balance exercise program for falls prevention in community primary care
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2017 at "Physiotherapy Theory and Practice"
DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2017.1328721
Abstract: ABSTRACT We aimed to evaluate a strength and balance program delivered in the community. There is little evidence of implementation of evidence-based exercise in practice. The program was a step-down model, designed to encourage long-term… read more here.
Keywords: strength balance; community; program; evidence ... See more keywords
Map the apps: a rapid review of digital approaches to support the engagement of older adults in strength and balance exercises
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2020 at "BMC Geriatrics"
DOI: 10.1186/s12877-020-01880-6
Abstract: Background Exercise interventions, particularly those targeting strength and balance, are effective in preventing falls in older people. Activity levels are generally below recommended levels and reduce with age. There is concern that exercise levels may… read more here.
Keywords: strength; review; strength balance; apps websites ... See more keywords
Factors influencing adherence to home-based strength and balance exercises among older adults with mild cognitive impairment and early dementia: Promoting Activity, Independence and Stability in Early Dementia (PrAISED)
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2019 at "PLoS ONE"
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0217387
Abstract: Background Older adults with dementia are at a high risk of losing abilities and of accidental falls. Promoting Activity, Independence and Stability in Early Dementia (PrAISED) is a 12-month person-centred exercise and activity programme which… read more here.
Keywords: strength balance; balance exercises; activity; early dementia ... See more keywords
The Effectiveness of Land and Water Based Resistance Training on Shoulder Rotator Cuff Strength and Balance of Youth Swimmers
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2018 at "Journal of Human Kinetics"
DOI: 10.1515/hukin-2017-0161
Abstract: Abstract The continuous execution of swimming techniques, supported mainly by the upper limbs, may cause shoulder rotator muscle imbalances, which leads to injuries. The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the effects… read more here.
Keywords: strength balance; water; shoulder rotator; group ... See more keywords
The effectiveness of a basic exercise intervention to improve strength and balance in women with osteoporosis
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2017 at "Clinical Interventions in Aging"
DOI: 10.2147/cia.s127233
Abstract: Objective To determine the effects of a simple exercise program on the balance and strength of postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Methods This program was based on low intensity strength and balance exercises, and was carried… read more here.
Keywords: strength; strength balance; exercise; balance ... See more keywords
Comparison of Knee Muscular Strength Balance among Pre- and Post-Puberty Adolescent Swimmers: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2023 at "Healthcare"
DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11050744
Abstract: Muscular weakness and strength imbalance between the thigh muscles are considered risk factors for knee injuries. Hormonal changes, characteristic of puberty, strongly affect muscle strength; however, it is unknown whether they affect muscular strength balance.… read more here.
Keywords: strength; puberty; muscular strength; strength balance ... See more keywords
Co-Creating Recommendations to Redesign and Promote Strength and Balance Service Provision
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2019 at "International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health"
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16173169
Abstract: Background: Awareness of physical activity guidelines are low, particularly the “forgotten guidelines” of strength and balance. Increasing awareness of guidelines, but also of appropriate local services that can be utilised, is an important step towards… read more here.
Keywords: service provision; provision; strength balance;