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23.04.2021 | Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (O Addison, Section Editor)

Community-Based Fall Prevention and Exercise Programs for Older Adults

verfasst von: Dennis W. Klima, Michael Rabel, Abigail Mandelblatt, Matthew Miklosovich, Timothy Putman, Autumn Smith

Erschienen in: Current Geriatrics Reports | Ausgabe 2/2021

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Community-based exercise and fall prevention programs afford older adults the opportunity to engage in group-based activities that promote health and wellness, physical activity, and social interaction. This review will analyze eight programs, commonly offered to older adults, that utilize various instructional modes to target health promotion through exercise, falls efficacy, and education.

Recent Findings

All of the programs are supported by randomized control or quasi- experimental designs and have been found to reduce falls, reinforce falls efficacy, or improve some aspect of functional mobility. Program designs vary and include seminar-style instruction, exercise class activities, or a hybrid approach with interprofessional outreach. Physical performance benefits are based on a variety of outcomes. The Timed Up and Go (TUG) assessment was the most frequently administered outcome among programs, though the magnitude of improvement varied. Programs have become more accessible as outreach has extended to rural underserved areas and nontraditional settings such as faith-based organizations.

Summary

Community-based programs offer older adults health promotion opportunities through exercise and education initiatives. Program designs vary and target different constructs of exercise and wellness to meet the needs of a wide variety of aging seniors. As a result of large-scale dissemination endeavors, programs are now extending to rural areas while maintaining operational fidelity.

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Titel: Community-Based Fall Prevention and Exercise Programs for Older Adults
verfasst von: Dennis W. Klima
Michael Rabel
Abigail Mandelblatt
Matthew Miklosovich
Timothy Putman
Autumn Smith
Publikationsdatum: 23.04.2021
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Current Geriatrics Reports / Ausgabe 2/2021
Elektronische ISSN: 2196-7865
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13670-021-00354-w

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