Relationship between 30-Second One-Leg Standing Time with Eyes Open andPhysical Function of Elderly Men

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  • MIYAZAKI Junya
    Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Mejiro University Graduate School of Human Sciences, Waseda University
  • MURATA Shin
    Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Nishikyusyu-University
  • HORIE Jun
    Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Nishikyusyu-University
  • SUZUKI Shuji
    Faculty of Human Sciences, Waseda University

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  • 男性高齢者における３０秒間の開眼片足立ち保持ができる意義
  • ダンセイ コウレイシャ ニ オケル 30ビョウカン ノ カイガン カタアシダチ ホジ ガ デキル イギ

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[Purpose] We investigated the clinical significance of maintenance of 30-second one-leg standing with eyes open by elderly men through its relationship with physical function. [Subjects] The subjects were 57 elderly men who participated in a health survey. [Method] For those who could maintain one-leg standing for 30 s (Poss group) and those who could not (Nposs group), we performed analysis of covariance for spinal alignment in the sagittal plane, quadriceps femoris strength, toe-grip strength, maximum walking speed, Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, 10-m obstacle course, and 6-min walking distance with age as the covariate. [Results] With the exception of the thoracic kyphosis angle all of the other measured items showed significant differences between the two groups, and the Poss group showed high ability [Conclusion] The clear difference in physical function between those who could maintain one-leg standing for 30 s and those who could not, suggests that this measure has clinical significance.<br>

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  • Rigakuryoho Kagaku

    Rigakuryoho Kagaku 25 (3), 379-383, 2010

    The Society of Physical Therapy Science

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