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KMID : 0357220020140020071
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Journal of Korean Society Physical Therapy
2002 Volume.14 No. 2 p.71 ~ p.80
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The Effects of Strengthening Leg Muscular Strength on the Elderly´s Walking and Balance Ability
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Abstract
This study aims at examining the effects of strengthening leg muscular strength on increasing elderly´ s muscular strength, walking ability and balance according to their experience of injury from a fall. ft conducts muscular strength exercise for 4 weeks with 19 healthy old people over 65 years and as a result of measuring their conditions for 6 weeks, it obtains the following conclusions.
1. Two groups showed a significant difference in their muscular strength, walking ability and balance according to the period(p<0.05).
2. Muscular strength and balance between the two groups showed a significant difference,(p0.05).
3. Therefore, the exercise of strengthening leg muscular strength in this study has a significant effect on old people´ s walking ability and balance.
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