Impact of a functional gait training program as a complementary strategy to improve physical function in older adults: a randomized clinical trial.

José Alegre-Tamariz, Jeimmy Sánchez-Medina, Fernando M Runzer-Colmenares, Cesar Ávila-Rodríguez, Alberto Bermejo-Franco, José F Parodi

Universidad Europea de Madrid, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Sports. Department of Physiotherapy. Escuela de Doctorado e Investigación. School for Doctoral Studies and Research, Madrid, Spain.Universidad Europea de Madrid, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Sports. Department of Physiotherapy. Escuela de Doctorado e Investigación. School for Doctoral Studies and Research, Madrid, Spain. · pubmed

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Abstract

Research on healthy aging increasingly highlights the importance of muscle function, strength, and mass due to their pivotal roles in intrinsic capacity, frailty, sarcopenia, and overall health. Physical exercise remains a cornerstone strategy for enhancing these parameters. This study aimed to assess the impact of functional gait training using the sequential square mat (SSM) Fisior

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Research summary

The paper claims that a functional gait training program can improve physical function in older adults. This research is relevant as it addresses physical function, which is a critical aspect of healthy aging and intrinsic capacity, potentially impacting longevity and age-related health outcomes.

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