Effectiveness of elongation band exercise on the upper limb strength and range of motion among older adults

An elongation band (EB) is used to improve the physical strength of older adults. However, the evidence of its effect on the upper limb is a deficiency. This study investigated the effectiveness of EB exercises on upper limb function in the elderly. Participants were divided into two groups: EB (n=1...

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Autores principales: Kim, Minjoon, Kuruma, Hironobu, Thawisuk, Chirathip
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Korean Society of Exercise Rehabilitation 2022
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9081408/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/35582685
http://dx.doi.org/10.12965/jer.2244080.040
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Sumario:An elongation band (EB) is used to improve the physical strength of older adults. However, the evidence of its effect on the upper limb is a deficiency. This study investigated the effectiveness of EB exercises on upper limb function in the elderly. Participants were divided into two groups: EB (n=16) and control (n=14). The EB group performed exercises in a sitting position using an EB while the control group performed active stretching exercises without bands. The exercise regimen consisted of four shoulder joint movements. Each group performed the exercise for 20 min per day, 5 days per week over a period of 2 months. Measurements included upper limb muscle strength, shoulder joint range of motion, and grip strength. Measurements were performed at baseline, and 1 and 2 months after the intervention. Analysis of covariance was used to compare differences between the groups. The EB group demonstrated significant increases in muscle strength (upper trapezius, deltoid, middle trapezius muscle), shoulder joint range of motion (right shoulder flexion, internal rotation, external rotation, left shoulder joint extension), and grip strength. In conclusion, EB exercises increased upper limb muscle strength, shoulder joint range of motion, and grip strength in older adults.