Comparing the Effects of Eight-week Multisensory Integration Training and Resistance Training on Static and Dynamic Balance of Older Men: A Randomized Clinical Trial

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1 Department of Motor Behavior, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran.

2 Department of Motor Behavior, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University, Tehran, Iran.

3 Department of Biomechanics and Sport Injuries, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran.

10.32598/SJRM.13.6.3282

Abstract

Background and Aims Balance impairment is one of the problems in older adults, which can increase the risk of falling. The present study aims to compare the effects of multisensory integration training and resistance training on static and dynamic balance in older men.
Methods This is a randomized controlled clinical trial. Participants were 45 healthy older men aged 60-75 who were randomly divided into three groups, including multisensory integration training, resistance training, and control. The two training groups participated in eight-week training programs (three sessions per week, each for 45 minutes), while the control group performed their daily activities. The sharpened Romberg test was used to measure static balance, and the timed up & go test was used to measure dynamic balance.
Results Both training groups showed a significant increase in static balance (F(2, 41)=7.60, P=0.002, η2=0.27) and dynamic balance (F(2, 41)=6.11, P=0.005, η2=0.23) compared to the control group. There were no significant differences between the two training groups in static balance (P=0.111) or dynamic balance (P=1.000).
Conclusion Both resistance training and multisensory integration training can improve the static and dynamic balance of older men. There is no significant difference between their efficacy in improving balance.

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The Scientific Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine
Volume 13, Issue 6
March and April 2025
Pages 1134-1149

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History

  • Receive Date: 21 June 2024
  • Revise Date: 19 July 2024
  • Accept Date: 25 July 2024
  • First Publish Date: 25 July 2024

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