Reduced levels of functional capacity in older adults are related to lower quality of life, frailty,
and sarcopenia, and can increase risk of falling, fractures and hospitalisation. Resistance …

Research highlights the benefits of regular traditional multicomponent training in older
adults. The potential effect of exergames on perceptive–cognitive and physical function in …

Aim This study aimed to determine the association of handgrip strength with isometric and
isokinetic strength (hip, knee and ankle extensor/flexor muscles), and functional capacity in …

Background This study aimed to determine the effects of an aquatic training program on
functional capacity, perceptual aspects, and quality of life (QoL) performed by older adults …

Background Falls are a leading cause of injury and mortality among older adults. While
multiple strategies are effective at reducing fall risk, uptake is low. Understanding how older …

Background Knee joint pain has been demonstrated to be a separate risk factor for falling. A
common pain site in the knee, anterior knee pain (AKP), is believed to be associated with …

LEIVA, Ana María et al. Factores asociados a caídas en adultos mayores chilenos:
evidencia de la Encuesta Nacional de Salud 2009-2010. Rev. méd. Chile [online]. 2019, vol …

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the fall predictive value of single-task
walking tests and extent of interference observed in dual-task walking tests in ambulatory …

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the gait pattern of elderly women with and without
fall-history, with high and low fear of falling, when exposed to a disturbing factor. Materials …

BACKGROUND Falls and fall-related fractures are highly prevalent among older people and
are a major contributor to morbidity and costs to individuals and society. Only one small pilot …