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KMID : 1040520160060020001
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Journal of Korean Society of Community-Based Occupational Therapy
2016 Volume.6 No. 2 p.1 ~ p.10
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The Effect of Multi-Sensory Stimulation Training on Cognitive Function and Balance Skill of the Community Resident Elderly
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Choi Ji-Hyun
Yoo Doo-Han
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Abstract
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Objective : The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of multi-sensory stimulation training on cognitive function and balance skill of the community resident elderly.
Methods : 10 participants who is over aged 65 years carry out multisensory stimulation training program for 12weeks, once a week for 60minutes. The multisensory stimulation training program is consisted of total 12 topic based on body schema, gross muscle and tactile stimulation. The result was measured using Mini-Mental State Examination-Korean and Berg Balance Scale to evaluate before and after of cognitive function and balance skill. And after intervention, the satisfaction of the program was investigated. Wilcoxon matched-pair signed rank test was used to compare pre- post difference of cognitive function and balance skill.
Results : There was significant difference in cognitive function and balance skill(p<.05) and the satisfaction is positive at the end of the program.
Conclusion : The multisensory stimulation training program has positive effects on cognitive function and balance skill for elderly. And the satisfaction is positive at the end of the program. The multisensory stimulation training program can enhance the satisfaction to elderly in the aging society. So, additional studies is needed for efficient use.
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KEYWORD
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Balance skill, Cognitive function, Elderly, Multi sensory stimulation training
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