Positive effects of a health promotion program in sedentary elderly with type 2 diabetes

Coelho, Luís; Amaro, Nuno; Cruz, João R.; Salvador, Rogério; Rosa, Paulino; Rebelo-Goncalves, Ricardo; Matos, Rui

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Rebelo-Goncalves, Ricardo

Matos, Rui

Abstract(s)

To independently accomplish their daily routines with no need of assistance, older adults require an optimal physical fitness. In fact, this lack of physical fitness may reduce older individuals’ quality of life, leading to dependence on personal daily assistance or even to becoming significantly more prone to fatal falls [1]. Prevention through physical activity programs, are used to slow down and delay these aging effects, by improving individuals’ agility, flexibility and body improved functionality. Most of these programs take place in in-water environment due to age limiting factors such as high-risk osteoporosis, reduced mobility, higher risk of fracture from falls, arthrosis and spinal disorders among other.

Keywords

Balance Strength Quality of life Physical activity Elderly

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http://hdl.handle.net/10400.8/6393

Citation

Salvador, Rogério & Amaro, Nuno & Coelho, Luís & Rebelo-Gonçalves, Ricardo & Matos, Rui & Cruz, João. (2018). Effects of strength and conditioning programs in strength and dynamic balance in older adults.