Progressive resistance strength training for improving physical function in older adults.
Progressive resistance strength training for improving physical function in older adults.
Chiung-ju Liu,N. Latham
2009 · DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD002759.pub2
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews · 1,076 Citations
TLDR
Evidence is provided that PRT is an effective intervention for improving physical functioning in older people, including improving strength and the performance of some simple and complex activities, and some caution is needed with transferring these exercises for use with clinical populations.