Journal article
Development of GERAS DANcing for Cognition and Exercise (DANCE): a feasibility study
Abstract
BackgroundDance is a mind-body activity of purposeful rhythmic movement to music. There is growing interest in using dance as a form of cognitive and physical rehabilitation. This manuscript describes the development of GERAS DANcing for Cognition and Exercise (DANCE) and evaluates its feasibility in older adults with cognitive and mobility impairments.MethodsThe progressive dance curricula were delivered for 15 weeks (1-h class; twice weekly). …
Authors
Hewston P; Kennedy C; Ioannidis G; Merom D; Hladysh G; Marr S; Lee J; Sztramko R; Trainor L; Grenier A
Journal
Pilot and Feasibility Studies, Vol. 8, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
12 2022
DOI
10.1186/s40814-021-00956-3
ISSN
2055-5784