Citation

Bento PC, Lopes MF, Cebolla EC, Wolf R, Rodacki A. Rejuvenation Res. 2015; 18(4): 326-331.

Affiliation

Federal University of Paraná, Physical Education , Rua Coração de Maria, 92. Jardim Botânico, , Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil , 81050001 , 55 41 33604333 , 55 41 33604325 ; p.bento@yahoo.com.br.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2015, Mary Ann Liebert Publishers)

DOI

10.1089/rej.2014.1650

PMID

25708712

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effects of a water-based exercise program on static and dynamic balance.

METHOD: Thirty six older women were randomly assigned in a water-based training (3 d/week for 12 wk) or control group. Water level was kept at the xiphoid process and temperature at ~ 28-30°C. Each session included aerobic activities, and lower limb strength exercises. The medial-lateral, the anterior posterior amplitude and displacement (CP-D) of the center of pressure were measured in a quiet standing position (60s eyes opened and closed). The dynamic balance and 8Foot-up-and-Go test (FUG) was also applied. Group comparisons were made using two-way ANOVA with repeated measures.

RESULTS: No differences were found in the center of pressure variables, however, the WBT group showed better performance in the TUG after training (5.61 ± 0.76 vs 5.18 ± 0.42; p<0.01).

CONCLUSION: The water-based training was effective to improve dynamic balance.

Language: en