Effects of two different dual-task training protocols on gait, balance, and cognitive function in community-dwelling older adults: a 24-week randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although alternating dual-task (ADT) training is functionally easier for older adults, a large part of the motor and cognitive tasks is simultaneously performed, especially during activities of daily living that require maintaining body balance.

Objective

To evaluate the effects of mixed dual-task training on mobility, cognitive function, and balance in community-dwelling older adults.

Methods

Sixty participants were randomly allocated at a 1:1 ratio into the experimental group-single motor task (SMT) and simultaneous dual task (SDT) interchangeably in stage 1 (for 12 weeks) and after strictly with SDT in stage 2 (the last 12 weeks)-or into the control group-only SMT and SDT interchangeably in stages 1 and 2. Gait parameters were acquired by two inertial se

SUBMITTER: Trombini-Souza F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10124542 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature