The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy

The Korean Society of Physical Therapy (대한물리치료학회)
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Effects of 8 Weeks of Exercise station training on balance ability for the elderly women

8주간 Exercise Station을 이용한 운동프로그램이 노인의 균형능력 수행에 미치는 영향

  • Han, Sang-Wan (Department of Physical Therapy, Gwang-Ju Health College University of Gwang-Ju) ;
  • Lee, Byung-Hoon (Department of Health Science, Graduate School, Chosun University) ;
  • Lee, Han-Ju (Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service)
  • 한상완 (광주보건대학 물리치료과) ;
  • 이병훈 (조선대학교 대학원 보건학과) ;
  • 이한주 (건강보험심사평가원)
  • Published : 2009.03.25
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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of 8weeks of exercise station training with elastic band and swissball on body compositions and balance ability for elderly women. Methods: This study was designed as a experimental pre-post exercise station training evaluation. The experimental group performed exercises with band and ball for 8 weeks. The effects of the program were assessed using instruments measuring the body compositions and balance ability before and after participating in the training program. Results: There were no significant differences in body compositions and index of falling down risk, however, there were significant differences with balance index, functional reach test and one leg stand test. Conclusion: These findings suggest that exercise station training with elastic band and swissball can serve as an effective means of improving balance ability in elderly women.

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