Journal article
Adapted physical activity to promote active and healthy ageing: the PoliFIT pilot randomized waiting list-controlled trial
Abstract
BackgroundPhysical activities can prevent disability in elderly.AimsTo evaluate the feasibility and impact on physical function of an adapted physical activity (APA) programme in community-dwelling people of ≥ 70 years old.MethodsNon-blinded randomized trial with a waiting list control. Eligible people (n = 186) were randomly allocated to 4 months of weekly APA classes of 45 min or in control group performing usual lifestyle activity. Primary …
Authors
Bernardelli G; Roncaglione C; Damanti S; Mari D; Cesari M; Marcucci M
Journal
Aging Clinical and Experimental Research, Vol. 31, No. 4, pp. 511–518
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
4 2019
DOI
10.1007/s40520-018-1002-1
ISSN
1594-0667