Comparative Analysis of Aerobic Capacity, Muscle Strength, Flexibility, Postural Control, Mental Well-being, and Gait Parameters in Elderly Dancers and Inactive Adults
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 180
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Functional mobility
研究概览
简要总结
The aim of this observational study is to assess functional fitness and spatial-temporal gait parameters in individuals aged 65 years and over who regularly participate in senior dance classes. These outcomes will be compared with those of two inactive control groups: aged-matched older adults and inactive middle-aged individuals (aged 25-40 years) who have not engaged in any structured physical activity in the past six months. Furthermore, our study aimed to assess the correlation between the duration of participation in senior dance and the measured variables including physical fitness, gait characteristics, and mental well-being.
详细描述
Healthy life expectancy is significantly influenced by the physical, cognitive, and mental condition of older people; by factors that generally decline with age. However, this decline can be delayed, slowed or even partially reversed through regular physical activity. Among various forms of exercise, dancing is one of the most enjoyable and socially engaging options. Numerous studies have explored its benefits, with several positive effects scientifically proven. Our study aimes to assess the functional fitness, mental well-being and spatial-temporal parameters of gait in older adults (aged 65 and over) who regularly participate in senior dance classes. These outcomes will be compared to those of two inactive control groups (i. e. inactive elderly adults aged 65 years or older and inactive middle-aged adults (aged 25-40 years). The dancer group is further divided into two subcategories. Dance-only group with participants who exclusively engage in senior dancing for at least once a week for a minimum of three month or multi-activity individuals who participate in senior dancing as well as other physical activities for seniors (e. g., Nordic walking, senior sports programs). The inactive control group includes subjects who have not engaged in any structured physical activity in the past 6 months. They are categorized based on their age into older group (aged 65 years or over) or middle-aged group (aged 25-40 years).
Each participant will undergo a one-time baseline assessment immediately after providing informed consent. The following parameters will be measured: body composition, grip-strength, functional lower limb muscle strength, lower body flexibility, upper body flexibility, aerobic endurance, mental well-being, and spatial and temporal parameters.
The main Research Questions:
- Are there significant differences in functional fitness, mental well-being or spatial-temporal gait parameters between senior dancers and inactive individuals?
- Is there a correlation between the duration of participation in senior dance and improvements in functional fitness, mental well-being or spatial-temporal gait parameters?
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Observational
- 观察模型
- Cohort
- 时间视角
- Cross Sectional
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 25 Years 至 —（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •aged 25-40 years (for middle-aged group); aged 65 years or over (for older people group);
- •participating in senior dance class at least once a week for at least three months (for dancing group); not participated in any physical activity in the previous 6 months
- •being able to walk at least 6 meters
排除标准
- •having neurological diseases (hemiplegia, Parkinson's disease, neuropathy affecting the lower limbs)
- •using a walking aid
- •suffering from injury affecting the lower limbs occurred in the past six months
结局指标
主要结局
Functional mobility
时间窗: At baseline (immediately after informed consent)
Functional mobility is measured with the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. This test quantifies the time (in seconds) required for a participant to rise from a standard armchair with a seat height of approximately 46 cm and arm height of 65 cm, walk three meters to a cone, turn around, return to the chair, and sit down again. They are allowed to wear their usual footwear, use their usual walking aids, and use the chair arms for support when standing up. Physical assistance was not provided. After an initial familiarization trial, two successive test performances are recorded, and the mean value is used for analyses. If needed, a 30-second rest-period is allowed between trials.
Spatial and temporal parameters of gait
时间窗: At baseline (immediately after informed consent)
Spatial and temporal parameters of gait are assessed using a mobile gait analysis device (Kinesis Gait®)., This device utilizes non-invasive surface inertial sensors to collect movement data during walking tasks. The sensors are securely attached to the ventral surface of the lower leg at mid-height using Velcro straps, positioned at the midpoint of an imaginary line connecting the tibial tuberosity and the lateral malleolus. The data collected by the sensors is processed in real time by the device's integrated software, which generates the both visual and numerical representation of specific gait parameters. These results are compiled into a structured table for further analysis and interpretation.
次要结局
- Body composition(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
- Grip-strength(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
- Functional lower limb muscle strength(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
- Lower body flexibility(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
- Upper-body flexibility(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
- Aerobic endurance(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
- Mental well-being(At baseline (immediately after informed consent))
研究者
Dr. Kovács Éva
college professor
Semmelweis University