Neuroimaging of mobility in aging: a targeted review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The relationship between mobility and cognition in aging is well established, but the relationship between mobility and the structure and function of the aging brain is relatively unknown. This, in part, is attributed to the technological limitations of most neuroimaging procedures, which require the individual to be immobile or in a supine position. Herein, we provide a targeted review of neuroimaging studies of mobility in aging to promote (i) a better understanding of this relationship, (ii) future research in this area, and (iii) development of applications for improving mobility.

Methods

A systematic search of peer-reviewed studies was performed using PubMed. Search terms included (i) aging, older adults, or elderly; (ii) gait, walking, balance, or mobility;

SUBMITTER: Holtzer R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4204614 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature