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The Effect of Functional Exercise Program on Physical Functioning in Older Adults Aged 60 Years or More: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Publisher Pubmed



Niyazi A1 ; Mir E2 ; Ghasemi Kahrizsangi N3 ; Mohammad Rahimi N4 ; Fazolahzade Mousavi R5 ; Setayesh S6 ; Nejatian Hoseinpour A7 ; Mohammad Rahimi F8, 9 ; Mohammad Rahimi GR1
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  1. 1. Department of Exercise Physiology, Ayandegan-e-Sharq Healthcare Center, Mashhad, Iran
  2. 2. Faculty of Sport Sciences, Department of Exercise Physiology, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
  3. 3. Child Growth and Development Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  4. 4. Department of Sports Injuries and Corrective Exercises, Ayandegan-e-Sharq Healthcare Center, Mashhad, Iran
  5. 5. Department of Sport Sciences, Binaloud Institute of Higher Education, Mashhad, Iran
  6. 6. Department of Exercise Physiology, Sanabad Golbahar Institute of Higher Education, Golbahar, Iran
  7. 7. Department of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Allameh Tabataba'i University, Tehran, Iran
  8. 8. Faculty of Sport Sciences, Department of Motor Behavior, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
  9. 9. Department of Motor Behavior, Ayandegan-e-Sharq Healthcare Center, Mashhad, Iran

Source: Geriatric Nursing Published:2024


Abstract

Objective: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we assessed the impact of functional exercise training on physical functioning parameters in older adults 60 years and older. Method: Databases including PubMed, MEDLINE, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, and Cochrane Library were systematically searched. Results: Sixteen articles were included. Meta-analysis demonstrated that functional training significantly improved Barthel index (p = 0.01), gait speed (p = 0.002), gait cadence (p = 0.0002), Berg Balance Scale (p = 0.0003), Timed Up and Go test (TUG; p = 0.02), step length (p < 0.0001), Five Chair Stand (p < 0.0001) and physical activity questionnaire for the older adults score (p < 0.00001). However, hand grip strength remained unchanged. Discussion: These findings underscore the significance of incorporating functional exercises in interventions for healthy aging and maintaining independence among older individuals. Further investigation is needed to explore long-term effects and optimal implementation strategies for functional exercise regimens in this populations. © 2024 Elsevier Inc.
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