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: Received: 15 April 2024 / Approved: 16 April 2024 / Online: 16 April 2024 (13:59:34 CEST)
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Abo, M.; Hamaguchi, T. Effectiveness of a Dual-Task Intervention Involving Exercise and Vocalized Cognitive Tasks. Preprints2024, 2024041040. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202404.1040.v1
Abo, M.; Hamaguchi, T. Effectiveness of a Dual-Task Intervention Involving Exercise and Vocalized Cognitive Tasks. Preprints 2024, 2024041040. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202404.1040.v1
Abo, M.; Hamaguchi, T. Effectiveness of a Dual-Task Intervention Involving Exercise and Vocalized Cognitive Tasks. Preprints2024, 2024041040. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202404.1040.v1
APA Style
Abo, M., & Hamaguchi, T. (2024). Effectiveness of a Dual-Task Intervention Involving Exercise and Vocalized Cognitive Tasks. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202404.1040.v1
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Abo, M. and Toyohiro Hamaguchi. 2024 "Effectiveness of a Dual-Task Intervention Involving Exercise and Vocalized Cognitive Tasks" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202404.1040.v1
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Population aging is rapidly increasing, and the importance of preventive medicine has been stressed. Health checkup, diet, and exercise are of paramount importance. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a personalized dual-task intervention that combined exercise with cognitive tasks in improving physical and cognitive functions among independently living elderly individuals. Methods: Participants were aged >65 years who were mostly independent in their activities of daily living, divided into 2 groups. The group receiving the 20-min robot-assisted session was compared to the group receiving traditional functional restoration training. This randomized trial assessed the impact of this intervention on the 30-s chair stand test score and Montreal Cognitive Assessment-Japanese version score of the participants. Results: Both scores significantly improved in the intervention group, indicating enhanced lower-limb function and cognitive capabilities. Conclusions: These findings suggest that integrating cognitive tasks with physical exercise can be a potent strategy to improve overall well-being in the elderly, offering valuable insights for designing comprehensive preventive health programs tailored to this demographic.
Keywords
cross-step training; dual task; MoCA-J; CS-30
Subject
Medicine and Pharmacology, Clinical Medicine
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