Postural imbalance without visual input is associated with specific neuropsychological deficits in older adults - results from the LIFE-adult study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Modifiable risk factors play an important role in preventing dementia and reducing its progression. Regular physical activity already in midlife, which relies on intact multisensory balance control, can help to decrease the risk of dementia. However, our understanding of the relationship between postural balance and cognitive functions remains limited. The objective of our study was to investigate the association of postural balance during different sensory conditions with specific cognitive domains in older adults.

Methods

Participants were from the population-based prospective "Leipzig Research Center for Civilization Diseases" (LIFE-Adult) cohort in Leipzig, Germany. Executive, memory and processing speed functions were tested by the Consortium to Establish a

SUBMITTER: Grill E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11670201 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature