@article{ref1,
title="Effects of a functional training and calf stretching on risk for falls in older people - a pilot study",
journal="Journal of aging and physical activity",
year="2016",
author="do Rosario, Jailton Thulher and da Fonseca Martins, Natalia Santos and Peixinho, Carolina Carneiro and Oliveira, Liliam Fernandes",
volume="25",
number="2",
pages="228-233",
abstract="This study aimed to determine the effects of a functional training and ankle stretching program in triceps surae torque, passive stiffness index and in risk for fall indicators in older adults. Twenty women (73.4 ± 7.3 years) were allocated into intervention or control group. The 12-week intervention consisted of functional training and calf stretching exercises performed twice a week. Measurements of peak passive and active torque, passive stiffness, maximum dorsiflexion angle and indexes of risk for fall (Timed Up and go, Functional reach test e QuickScreen-test) were collected. There were no significant differences for all variables, except the maximum dorsiflexion angle, which increased in the intervention group from 33.78 ± 8.57° to 38.89 ± 7.52°. The exercise program was not sufficient to enhance performance on functional tests and decrease the risk for falls of older adults. The significant increase in the maximum dorsiflexion indicates a positive impact of stretching exercises.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1063-8652",
doi="10.1123/japa.2015-0316",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/japa.2015-0316"
}