older adults with and without cognitive impairment
Conditions
Interventions
Traditional Qigong Group:Two traditional Chinese health Qigong forms were used as the intervention: Baduanjin in Weeks 1-6 and Wuqinxi in Weeks 7-8. Certified instructors taught the classes based on o
Multimodal exercise group :The participants performed rhythm-synchronised callisthenics, utilising upper-limb and trunk movements, as well as lower-limb cycling. The exercise was 4 minutes at 120 bpm,
Dance-Based Exercise Group:The exercise consisted of low-impact (steps, shifts, V-steps) and high-impact (plyometric jumps, knee drives). The choreography consisted of 8-9 combinations, varying the ki
Elastic Resistance Training Group:10 machine-alternative exercises with Thera-Band? elastic tubing: 1 chest press, shoulder press, reverse fly, bicep curl
2 knee flexion/extension, hip abduction, leg press, calf raise. 2 sets of 10-12 repetitions, 30 seconds rest between sets and 60 seconds between sets, intensity 5-8 on OMNI-Resistance Exercise Scale.
Brisk Walking Group :We aim at biomechanical improvement with: 1 Postural alignment (neck extension and thoracic elevation)
2 Gait modification (metatarsophalangeal joint propulsion)
3 Upper-limb movement (arm swing increased)
4 respiration (diaphragmatic breathing). During a circular walk in a community setting, we maintain a pace of 120 beats per minute (as measure
Sponsors
Chengdu Sport University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to 80 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Community-dwelling older adults aged 60 years and above; MMSE score 27–30 (normal cognitive function); able to walk independently; signed informed consent form.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: History of recent falls, dizziness and vertigo; use of walking aids; history of severe cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases or mental illnesses.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| N-Back task;Stroop task;Physical fitness test; | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| demographic characteristic;body composition; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactHuayu Shang
School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University
Outcome results
None listed