Square-stepping Exercise for Fall Prevention in Community-dwelling Elderly Persons: A Literature Analysis
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The global and Thai healthcare system is experiencing a steady increase in elderly people. This systematic review study aimed 1) to globally describe the knowledge developmental situation and effects of SSE program and 2) to compose SSE fall preventive guidelines suitable in community. The systematic review method was applied to search update and reliable evidences from various database worldwide. Using specific keywords, the selected 20 evidences were analyzed critically toward evidence-based quality assessment criteria. The study findings demonstrated update and continuous publications worldwide about exercise pattern and outcome measurement, especially from Japan and Thailand. The SSE program, comparing to other exercise programs, revealed strong outcomes related to balance, physical fitness, cognitive function and socio-psychological health status. It is suggested that campaigning the SSE program for community-dwelling older adults should be done and should be appropriate to Thai context. However, health screening is recommended before starting exercise activities. Further study prefers developing the program for those with chronic diseases.
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