Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Gracia M Ábalos-Medina

Publications

• Research Article
  Functional Capacity and Physical Exercise in Older Women Living in a Rural Environment: A Correlational Cross-sectional Study
  Author(s): Carmen Villaverde-Gutiérrez, Emilia Villegas-López, Gracia M Ábalos-Medina, Antonio M Fernández-Pérez, Francisco M Ocaña-Peinado and Jesús Ramírez-RodrigoCarmen Villaverde-Gutiérrez, Emilia Villegas-López, Gracia M Ábalos-Medina, Antonio M Fernández-Pérez, Francisco M Ocaña-Peinado and Jesús Ramírez-Rodrigo
  
  Introduction: The evaluation of functional capabilities in older adults is an important indicator of health status. The aim of this study is to analyse the degree of association between physical activity and functional capacity among women aged 65 years and older, living in a rural environment. Method: This was a observational, cross-sectional correlational study of women attending physical fitness programmes for adults. Functional assessment was performed using the Barthel Index of basic activities of daily living, the Lawton and Brody scale for instrumental and advanced activities of daily living, and the Senior Fitness Test for the physical parameters associated with functional mobility (strength, flexibility, balance and aerobic endurance). Results: Women who exercise were found to be more satisfied with their functional capacity (84% vs. 44%) and obtained better scores in all the.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-7182.1000261

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