Background As a common psychological problem among older adults, fear of falling was
found to have a wide range prevalence in different studies. However, the global prevalence …

Background This study aimed to explore the association between physical activity (PA) and
fear of falling (FOF) and to determine whether this relationship was mediated by physical …

BACKGROUND Bariatric surgery (BS) is presently the most durable and effective
intervention to address severe obesity. BS results in significant weight loss and body …

Objectives We aimed to 1) assess body composition using a portable technology,
bioelectrical impedance analysis,(BIA) and 2) examine the associations between body …

Introduction Fear of falling (FOF) is a prevalent condition among older adults and several
variables have been pointed out as risk factors. Objectives To identify the cut-off point on …

Purpose: The aim of this study was to examine the effect of obesity and age on body balance
disorders in women over 60, especially whether obesity increases the FR in older females …

Balance maintenance is crucial to participating in the activities of daily life. Balance is often
considered as the ability to maintain the centre of mass (COM) position within the base of …

Objective: This study examines the effects of 16 weeks of taichi exercises on single-leg
balance and attentional network in a sedentary population. The effect of the attention …

Background: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most chronic eye
problems that occur with age and affects the macular region of the retina, causing …

La obesidad, caracterizada por la acumulación excesiva de tejido adiposo, ha mostrado un
aumento significativo en su prevalencia desde 1975 hasta 2016. Esta tendencia plantea …