Impact of Cognitive Training on Balance and Gait in Older Adults

Discussion.
Cognitive training slows degradation of balance and improves gait while distracted, rendering it a promising approach to falls prevention.

Source: Journals of Gerontology: Series B Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences - April 20, 2015 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Smith-Ray, R. L., Hughes, S. L., Prohaska, T. R., Little, D. M., Jurivich, D. A., Hedeker, D. Tags: Original Research Report Source Type: research