Assessing acute effects of two motor-cognitive training modalities on cognitive functions, postural control, and gait stability in older adults: a randomized crossover study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The process of aging often accompanies a decline in cognitive function, postural control, and gait stability, consequently increasing the susceptibility to falls among older individuals. In response to these challenges, motor-cognitive training has emerged as a potential intervention to mitigate age-related declines.

Objective

This study aims to assess the acute effects of two distinct motor-cognitive training modalities, treadmill dual-task training (TMDT) and interactive motor-cognitive training (IMCT), on cognitive function, postural control, walking ability, and dual-task performance in the elderly population.

Method

In this randomized crossover study, 35 healthy elderly individuals (aged 60-75) participated in three acute training sessions involving TM

SUBMITTER: Li R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11505978 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature