Conclusions A multicomponent exercise program of high-speed training combined with simulated functional tasks is promising to enhance functional outcomes .
Due to substantial clinical heterogeneity of the target groups and specific dem and s of exercise modes , it is unclear which exercise program is optimal
Summary Osteoporosis affects many aspects of daily life .
The aim of this systematic review was to assess the effects of exercise interventions on functional outcomes in persons with osteoporosis , in comparison with controls .
Effect of Tai Chi on body balance: randomized controlled trial in elderly men with dizziness.
The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of 18-week Tai Chi training on body balance in a dynamic trial among elderly men with dizziness . The study covered subjects aged 60 to 80 years . We identified 40 men who reported a history of dizziness . The subjects were recruited using direct mailings and a community information campaign . The participants were r and omly assigned to either the exercise intervention ( n = 20 ) or control group ( n = 20 ) . The Tai Chi group participated in an 18-week exercise class held for 45 minutes twice a week . Body balance was studied in two ways : using the " 8 foot up and go test " ( Rikli and Jones 2001 ) and using a Computer Posturographic System PE 90 ( manufactured by Military Institute of Aviation Medicine in Warsaw and outfitted with Pro-Med modified software ) . The ability to perform specific tasks ( maximal deflections in four directions ) was measured on the posturographic platform . The variation in results obtained on the first and second date of tests in the experimental and control groups was confirmed statistically using four parameters , i.e. " 8 foot up to and go test ( H = 8.21;p = 0.003 ) , forward deflection ( H = 3.70;p = 0.050 ) , backward deflection ( H = 5.04;p = 0.024 ) and maximum sway area ( H = 8.86;p = 0.002 ) . Consequently , we found that the 18-week period of Tai-Chi exercises , with a frequency of twice a week for 45 minutes , is beneficial for dynamic balance , which is important for the reduction of fall risk factors among elderly men with dizziness
Conclusions A multicomponent exercise program of high-speed training combined with simulated functional tasks is promising to enhance functional outcomes .
Due to substantial clinical heterogeneity of the target groups and specific dem and s of exercise modes , it is unclear which exercise program is optimal
Summary Osteoporosis affects many aspects of daily life .
The aim of this systematic review was to assess the effects of exercise interventions on functional outcomes in persons with osteoporosis , in comparison with controls .