14 January 2014.

Written by Petra Juffer

Posted in Aging

Tuesday 14 January 2014Posted in Aging

In this study, the impact of exposure to cold on individuals' motor skills was examined

Interactions between cold ambient temperature and older age on haptic acuity and manual performance

24 December 2013.

Written by Liesbeth Raymakers

Posted in Aging

Tuesday 24 December 2013Posted in Aging

Skeletal muscle mass and strength are important factors for maintaining independence and quality of life

Effect of resistance training on physical performance and fear of falling in elderly with different levels of physical well-being

29 October 2013.

Written by Marc Schmitz

Posted in Aging

Tuesday 29 October 2013Posted in Aging

Aging people progressively lose skeletal muscle mass and strength.

Prediction of risk of falling, physical disability, and frailty by rate of decline in grip strength: the women's health and aging study.

07 October 2013.

Written by Iliana Chatzifragkou

Posted in Aging

Monday 7 October 2013Posted in Aging

Fall-related injuries are the second largest source of unintentional fatal injuries.

Effects of aqua aerobic therapy exercise for older adults on muscular strength, agility and balance to prevent falling during gait.

24 September 2013.

Written by Petra Juffer

Posted in Aging

Tuesday 24 September 2013Posted in Aging

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of a new virtual-reality system to prevent falling.

Effects of balance training using a virtual-reality system in older fallers

30 July 2013.

Written by Zach Sommermeyer

Posted in Aging

Tuesday 30 July 2013Posted in Aging

This study investigated differences in segmental coordination during a 360° standing turn task.

Differences in axial segment reorientation during standing turns predict multiple falls in older adults.

30 July 2013.

Written by Petra Juffer

Posted in Aging

Tuesday 30 July 2013Posted in Aging

This article discusses potential mechanisms contributing to anabolic impairment to resistance exercise.

Targeting Anabolic Impairment in Response to Resistance Exercise in Older Adults with Mobility Impairments: Potential Mechanisms and Rehabilitation Approaches.