Objective: To compare the effects of MCT versus EBT on functional fitness, postural balance, and HRQoL in older women. Methods: Single-blind, parallel-group randomized controlled trial lasting 16 weeks (2 sessions/week, 60 min). Twenty
individuals over 70 - 75 years of age;
the ability to understand and follow contextually appropriate instructions through simple commands
independence, defined as a score of at least 43 points on the Preventive Medical Examination for Older People from the Chilean Ministry of Health (in Spanish, EMPAM) (MINSAL, 2012)
the ability to comply with at least 85% attendance of the scheduled intervention sessions.
having any form of disability
having musculoskeletal injuries or being under physical rehabilitation that would prevent participation in usual physical activities
being permanently or temporarily unable to engage in physical activity.
Universidad Católica del Maule
Lead sponsor
University of Talca
Collaborator