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Task-Oriented Exercise to Reduce Activities of Daily Living Disability inVulnerable Older Adults: A Feasibility Study of the 3-Step Workout for Life.

Authors :
Chiung-ju Liu
Jones, Leah Y.
Formyduval, Alyssa R. M.
Clark, Daniel O.
Source :
Journal of Aging & Physical Activity; Jul2016, Vol. 24 Issue 3, p384-392, 9p, 4 Charts
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

The purpose of this feasibility study was to evaluate the 3-Step Workout for Life program, a 10-week exercise program that included moderate-intensity muscle strength training followed by task-oriented training. Fourteen participants completed the program (mean age = 73 years; SD = 6.83). The Box and Block test (Z = −2.24, p = .03) and the 30-s chair stand test (Z = −2.21, p = .03) indicate improved physical functioning of the upper and lower extremities. More importantly, results of the function component from the Late-Life Function and Disability Instrument (Z = −2.04, p = .04) and motor skills scale from the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (Z = −2.97, p = .003) indicate subjective and objective improvements on performing activities of daily living. Supplementing moderate-intensity muscle strength exercise with taskoriented training components is feasible. Preliminary data support the effectiveness of 3-Step Workout for Life in reducing late-life disability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10638652
Volume :
24
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Aging & Physical Activity
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
117665493
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2015-0070