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Journal of Women & Aging Volume 29, 2017 - Issue 4
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The effect of dance therapy on the balance of women over 60 years of age: The influence of dance therapy for the elderly

Katarzyna Filar-MierzwaDepartment of Occupational Therapy, University School of Physical Education in Kracow, Kracow, PolandCorrespondence[email protected]
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Małgorzata DługoszUniversity School of Physical Education in Kracow, Kracow, Poland
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Anna MarchewkaDepartment of Clinical Rehabilitation, University School of Physical Education in Kracow, Kracow, Poland
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Zbigniew DąbrowskiDepartment of Clinical Rehabilitation, University School of Physical Education in Kracow, Kracow, Poland
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Anna PoznańskaSport Institute, University School of Physical Education in Kracow, Kracow, Poland
Pages 348-355 | Published online: 23 Aug 2016
 
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ABSTRACT

Dance therapy is a physical activity that can lead to balance improvement in older adults. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of dance therapy on balance and risk of falls in older women. Twenty-four older women (mean age 66.4 years old) attended dance sessions for three months. Pretest/posttests were completed using the Postural Stability Test, the Limits of Stability Test, and the Fall Risk Test M-CTSIB. Results showed the Limits of Stability Test was significantly higher (17.5%) after dance classes. Regular use of dance therapy shows promise in improving balance by increasing the limits of stability.

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