Development and Implementation of Strong Foundations, a Digitally Delivered Fall Prevention Program: Usability and Feasibility Pilot Exercise Cohort Study.

Ryan Moran, David Wing, Hope Davey, Hava Barkai, Jeanne Nichols

Exercise and Physical Activity Resource Center (EPARC), University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Dr. La Jolla, San Diego, CA, 92093, United States, 1 (858) 534-9315.Exercise and Physical Activity Resource Center (EPARC), University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Dr. La Jolla, San Diego, CA, 92093, United States, 1 (858) 534-9315. · pubmed

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Abstract

Falls remain a major public health problem and a significant cause of preventable injury. Maintaining strength and balance by staying active can prevent falls in older adults, and public health advocates support referral to community exercise programs. Given the growth in use and acceptance of technological interfaces, there remains an interest in understanding the role of a synchronous exercise program designed to improve strength, postural alignment, and balance specifically designed to be delivered in a digital environment with respect to usability and feasibility.

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Research summary

The paper claims that a digitally delivered exercise program can improve strength, postural alignment, and balance in older adults to prevent falls. This research is relevant as it addresses a significant public health issue related to aging and aims to enhance physical capabilities that can contribute to longevity and quality of life in older populations.

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