Dancing for Balance: Feasibility and Efficacy in Oldest-Old Adults With Visual Impairment

Background: Fall risk increases with age and visual impairment, yet the oldest-old adults (>85 years) are rarely studied. Partnered dance improves mobility, balance, and quality of life in older individuals with movement impairment. Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the feasibility...

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Main Authors: Hackney, Madeleine E., Hall, Courtney D., Echt, Katharina V., Wolf, Steven L.
Published: Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University 2013
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Online Access:https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/554
https://doi.org/10.1097/NNR.0b013e318283f68e