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Showing 1 to 4 of 4 for “"Otago Exercise Programme"”.
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The influence of inspiratory muscle training upon balance and functional performance with older adults.
… annually (NICE 2013). Recently, falls prevention programmes have begun to incorporate multidimensional movements with controlled breathing techniques (e.g. yoga, Tai chi and Pilates). Based on the research of Hodges, the diaphragm muscle may contribute to balance maintenance in two ways. Firstly, …
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Advances in the assessment and rehabilitation of older adult fallers
… of a customised multi-sensory balance home exercise rehabilitation programme (vs. stretching) (Chapter 5). Older adult falters undertook an 8 week Otago programme combined with either a Multi-sensory or Stretching home exercise programme. Multi-sensory rehabilitation provided significant …
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The feasibility and potential effectiveness of a conventional and exergame intervention to alter balance-related outcomes including fall risk: a mixed methods study
… compared with a conventional, evidence-based exercise programme (Otago Exercise Programme) to reduce fall risk by improving balance, and to inform a large-scale randomised control trial. Methodology: Mixed methods study in independent older adults with established fall risk. The quantitative …
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The effects of strength and balance training using a Rock-it Board in an ageing population
… and control groups completed pre-intervention exercise testing consistent with the OEP. The tests used were the Romberg Test, Timed Up and Go Test, Functional Reach Test, Sit to Stand Test, Left and Right Knee Extension Force Test and a Stair Climb Test. The experimental group exercise …