낙상예방 운동 프로그램이 노인주간보호센터 재가노인의하지 근력, 균형 능력 및 낙상효능감에 미치는 효과

Abstract

Purpose: This study aimed to verify the effects of a community-based fall prevention exercise program for older adultson lower extremity muscle strength, balance ability, and fall efficacy. Methods: This study recruited 30 participants, andthe program was conducted for 10 weeks. The program included sessions on strength and balance exercises, conductedfor 50 minutes a day and at least three times a week. The collected data were analyzed using non-parametric (Wilcoxonsigned-rank test, generalized estimated equation) and parametric statistics (paired t-test, rmANOVA). Results: After 12weeks of exercise program, lower extremity muscle strength and static-dynamic balance ability significantly increased. The fall efficacy increased from an average score of 2.48 points before the test to an average score of 2.91 points afterthe test. Regarding general characteristics, there were no significant differences in effect before and after the program,except for fall efficacy. Conclusion: The above results showed that the intervention of a community-based fall preventionexercise program for older adults was effective. Therefore, it is suggested that this exercise program be organizedregularly within the center to provide periodic and long-term services.