Quality of Movement Is Associated With Cognitive Function in Physically Inactive Older Women

The relationship between the quality of movement, considering different global and universal basic patterns of movement and cognition domains in older adults remain unclear. The current study explored this association in physically inactive older women. In total, 187 participants, aged 60–70 years (mean = 64.9, SD = 6.9 years), were recruited from a physical education program in a public university. The older adults performed the following tests: Functional Movement Screen, Montreal Cognitive Assessment, and Modified Baecke Questionnaire for the Older Adults. The regression analysis showed an association between age (β = −0.11, 95% confidence interval, CI, [−0.10, 0.30], p = .03); visuospatial abilities (β = 0.36, 95% CI [0.24, 1.23], p < .001); language (β = 0.23, 95% CI [0.20, 1.08], p < .001); and orientation domains (β = 0.13, 95% CI [0.11, 1.22], p = .016) of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment and the Functional Movement Screen. The quality of movement was related to both age and cognitive performance, such as the visuospatial abilities, language, and orientation domains, in physically inactive older women.

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Calidad de movimiento en adolescentes practicantes y no practicantes de Gimnasia Acrobática mediante la batería Funtional Movement Screen (Quality of movement in Acrobatic Gymnastics teenagers and non-practitioners using the Funtional Movement Screen bat

Retos ◽

10.47197/retos.v41i0.86349 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 41 ◽

pp. 879-886

Author(s):

Mercedes Vernetta Santana ◽

Alicia Salas Morillas ◽

Eva Mª Peláez-Barrios ◽

Jesús López-Bedoya

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Functional Movement Screen ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Functional Movement ◽

Trunk Stability ◽

Quality Of Movement ◽

Deep Squat ◽

Stability Results

Objetivo: Valorar la calidad de movimiento aplicando el Functional Movement Screen (FMS) en adolescentes de 12 a 17 años practicantes o no de Gimnasia Acrobática (GA). Método: Estudio descriptivo, comparativo y transversal donde participaron 41 adolescentes (20 practicantes de GA y 21 no practicantes). Se usó la batería FMS, compuesta por siete pruebas: sentadilla profunda, paso de valla, estocada en línea, movilidad de hombro, elevación activa de la pierna recta, estabilidad del tronco en flexiones, estabilidad rotatoria del tronco. Resultados: se observó una relación estadísticamente significativa de signo positivo a través del estadístico R de Spearman, entre la puntuación global del FMS y la práctica de GA (p= .023). Las gimnastas presentan mejor calidad de movimiento que las no practicantes, con diferencias estadísticamente significativas, puntuando mejor en prácticamente todas las pruebas. Conclusión: se corrobora una relación entre la práctica de GA y una mayor puntuación del FMS. Abstract. Objective: To assess the quality of movement by applying the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) to teenagers aged 12 to 17, whether or not they practice Acrobatic Gymnastics (AG). Methods: Descriptive, comparative and cross-sectional study in which 41 teenagers (20 AG practitioners and 21 non-practitioners) participated. The FMS battery was used, consisting of seven tests: deep squat, fence step, line lunge, shoulder mobility, active straight leg lift, trunk stability in bending, trunk rotation stability. Results: a statistically significant positive relationship was observed through Spearman's R statistic, between the overall FMS score and the AG practice (p= .023). Gymnasts presented better quality of movement than non-gymnastics practitioners, with statistically significant differences, scoring better in practically all tests. Conclusion: a relationship between AG practice and a higher FMS score is corroborated.

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Effect of Flexibility Training Associated with Multicomponent Training on Posture and Quality of Movement in Physically Inactive Older Women: A Randomized Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph182010709 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (20) ◽

pp. 10709

Author(s):

Andressa Crystine da Silva Sobrinho ◽

Mariana Luciano de Almeida ◽

Guilherme da Silva Rodrigues ◽

Larissa Chacon Finzeto ◽

Vagner Ramon Rodrigues Silva ◽

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Keyword(s):

Older Women ◽

Group Intervention ◽

Randomized Study ◽

The Elderly ◽

The Body ◽

Control Group ◽

Quality Of Movement ◽

Flexibility Training ◽

Physically Inactive

Background: Multicomponent training has considerable adherence among older populations, but there is a lack of literature on the benefits of this training on older people’s posture. Literature also lacks stretching protocols that work the body in an integrated/unified way and respect the principle of individuality in exercise training. We evaluated the effect of a multicomponent training protocol combined or not with flexibility training in improving the posture and quality of movement in physically inactive older women, according to a score lower than 9.11 in the Modified Baecke Questionnaire for the Elderly (MBQE). Methods: 142 participants were evaluated and randomized in three training groups: multicomponent training (MT = 52), multicomponent and flexibility training (MFT = 43), and a control group (CG = 47). We evaluated joint amplitude using goniometry, flexibility with sit and reach and hands behind the back tests, quality of movement with the functional movement screen, and posture using biophotogammetry. Results: The MFT group had 15 parameters—flexibility and posture—with a very large effect size (ES > 1.30) and nine with average ES (0.50–0.79). MT presented two variables with large ES (0.80–1.25) and seven with average ES. CG presented three variables with high ES and five with average ES. Both interventions improved the quality of movement. Conclusions: These results demonstrate that 14 weeks of multicomponent and flexibility training in a group intervention can improve flexibility and posture levels in physically inactive older women.

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Relationship Between Functional Movement Screen and Some Athletic Abilities in Karate Athletes

Journal of Education and Training Studies ◽

10.11114/jets.v6i8.3352 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 6 (8) ◽

pp. 66 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Suat Yıldız

Keyword(s):

Handgrip Strength ◽

Test Battery ◽

Functional Movement Screen ◽

Functional Movement ◽

Leg Extension ◽

Core Stabilization ◽

Quality Of Movement ◽

Short Time ◽

Karate Athletes

In karate athletes, quality of movement and trunk control are important factors. Power output that is performed in short time requires functional movement capabilities. It’s quite important to know that which athletic abilities are related to functional movement. Due to this concern, the aim of the study was to examine relationship between functional movement screen (FMS) and some athletic abilities.20 male, 12 female karate athletes (Blue or higher belts; age: 16,06±0,9 years; training age: 7,5±1,1 years; weight: 63,06±11,6 kg; height: 171,9±6,1 cm) voluntarily participated in the study. Measurements have been taken on non-consecutive days in Functional Movement Screen (FMS) test battery, core stabilization test battery, back-leg extension isometric strength (BS), handgrip strength (HS), flexibility (S&R) and vertical jumping (SJ).The results showed that there is the significant relationship between FMS and S&R, SJ, core stabilization (p<0.01), and BS (p<0.05). There is no the significant correlation between HS. Due to the relationship between FMS Score and core stabilization, S&R, SJ and BS.It’s recommended practicing all these abilities to increase the quality of movement. Likewise, functional movement levels should be increased to perform better these athletic abilities.

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The bicaudate index inversely associates with performance in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) in older adults living in rural Ecuador. The Atahualpa project

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry ◽

10.1002/gps.4419 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 31 (8) ◽

pp. 944-950 ◽

Cited By ~ 13

Author(s):

Oscar H. Del Brutto ◽

Robertino M. Mera ◽

Victor J. Del Brutto ◽

Mark J. Sedler

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Assessment ◽

Montreal Cognitive Assessment ◽

Atahualpa Project

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Performance on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) in Older Adults Presenting for Bariatric Surgery

Obesity Surgery ◽

10.1007/s11695-018-3206-z ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 28 (9) ◽

pp. 2700-2704 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Samantha H. Mohun ◽

Mary B. Spitznagel ◽

John Gunstad ◽

Amber Rochette ◽

Leslie J. Heinberg

Keyword(s):

Bariatric Surgery ◽

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Assessment ◽

Montreal Cognitive Assessment

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The Functional Movement Screen test as a tool for functional evaluation of movement patterns in long-distance runners

Journal of Kinesiology and Exercise Sciences ◽

10.5604/01.3001.0014.8253 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 29 (88) ◽

pp. 85-96

Author(s):

Iwona Sulowska-Daszyk ◽

Agnieszka Skiba

Keyword(s):

Movement Patterns ◽

Screen Test ◽

Functional Evaluation ◽

Functional Movement Screen ◽

Distance Runners ◽

Long Distance ◽

Functional Movement ◽

The Past ◽

History Of ◽

Quality Of Movement

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between the results achieved in the Functional Movement Screen test and various aspects of training as well as injury history in long-distance runners. Basic procedures: The study involved 30 long-distance runners aged 20 to 45 years, training regularly from two to seven days a week and covering a total distance from 10 to 100 km. The subjects completed a questionnaire containing queries about training and past injuries. The Functional Movement Screen test was used to assess the quality of movement patterns. Results: The mean total score in the FMS test was 16.03 points. Results within the range from 18 to 21 points were achieved by 6 subjects, 3 of the subjects suffering injuries in the past. Results in the range from 14 to 17 points were obtained by22 subjects, 14 subjects having a history of injury. Ascore below 14 points was reachedby 2 subjects, both of them suffering injuries in the past. Conclusions: The results of this study indicate that a lower FMS score is associated with a greater number of injuries in the past. Warming up before training is a good way to prevent injury, while stretching after training does not seem reduce the incidence of injury.

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Effect of Brain Training Game on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) in Older Adults

10.53350/pjmhs211592272 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (9) ◽

pp. 2272-2275

Author(s):

Hafsah Arshad ◽

Kinza Anwar ◽

Hafsah Gul Khattak ◽

Imran Amjad ◽

Yaser Majeed

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽

Cognitive Abilities ◽

Cognitive Assessment ◽

Verbal Fluency ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Montreal Cognitive Assessment ◽

Brain Training ◽

Neurocognitive Functions

Aim: To determine effects of Kinect- based games on neurocognitive functions in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Methodology: A quasi experimental pre-post trail was conducted on 18 mild cognitive impairment (MCI) older adults. The subjects were recruited to access cognitive impairment through purposive sampling technique. The inclusion criteria were elderly aged ≥ 50 years, both genders, able to read and write, whereas older adults with severe cognitive impairments, neurological disorders and un controlled comorbidities were excluded. Brain training was provided for 30 minutes with 5-minute warm-up time and 5-minute cool-down time for 6 weeks. Blind assessor measured readings at baseline and after six weeks. The outcome measures were Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA), Trail making test A & B and verbal fluency test (Semantic &Phonemic). The data was analyzed at baseline and after six weeks of intervention Results: Significant improvements were observed in post-test measurements (p <0.05) in MMSE, MoCA, TMT A & B and verbal fluency (Semantic &Phonemic) tests after 6 weeks of treatment. Conclusion: Kinect-based virtual reality games are beneficial in improving cognitive abilities of older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Keywords: Cognitive training, Mild cognitive impairment, Montreal Cognitive Assessment

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P2-452: APPLICABILITY OF THE KISWAHILI VERSION OF MONTREAL COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT AMONG OLDER ADULTS WITH VERY LITTLE AND NO EDUCATION IN RURAL TANZANIA: A VALIDATION SURVEY

Alzheimer s & Dementia ◽

10.1016/j.jalz.2019.06.2859 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 15 ◽

pp. P787-P788

Author(s):

Golden Mwakibo Masika ◽

Doris S.F. Yu ◽

Polly W.C. Li

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Assessment ◽

Montreal Cognitive Assessment ◽

Rural Tanzania

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47 Dual Tasking in Older Women: Physical Activity or Else?

Age and Ageing ◽

10.1093/ageing/afz164.47 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 48 (Supplement_4) ◽

pp. iv9-iv12

Author(s):

Jennifer Muhaidat ◽

Emad Al-Yahya ◽

Maha Mohammad ◽

Dania Qutishat ◽

Rasha Okasheh ◽

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Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Older Adults ◽

Older Women ◽

Stride Length ◽

Perceived Health ◽

Health Related Quality ◽

Related Quality ◽

Health Related

Abstract Background The interplay between gender, Physical Activity (PA) and Dual Task (DT) gait in older adults is unclear. This study aimed to address DT gait based on gender and PA level in older adults. Methods Gait measures were collected using an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) during the 10-meter and Timed Up and Go (TUG) tests in single and DT conditions. Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ) was used to measure PA. A total of 120 community-dwelling older adults (81 women and 39 men) took part. Participants were divided according to gender and PA level into four groups (women achieving (WA = 31), women not achieving (WN = 50), men Achieving (MA = 29) and men not achieving (MN = 10)). The achievement of PA was determined by total Metabolic Equivalent (MET) – Minute/week ≥ 600. Cognition, health-related quality of life, falls history and health status was measured. Results Women had poorer performance in time, gait velocity and stride length regardless of PA level. The cognitive condition had the greatest effect on gait parameters in all groups, except for stride length which decreased more under the motor condition. Women who did not achieve the PA guidelines had poorer perceived health-related quality of life than men who achieved and did not achieve the guidelines. Conclusions The findings suggest that women, regardless of PA level, experience greater deterioration under ST and DT conditions in 10-meter walk and TUG tests in terms of time and gait measures such as velocity and stride length. This interplay cannot be explained by PA alone since it could be reflective of poorer perceived health and frailty in older women. These findings are considered of importance when planning DT and PA interventions that aim to increase PA levels and promote function in older women.

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