Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy: January/March 2020 – Volume 43 – Issue 1 – p 32-41
doi: 10.1519/JPT.0000000000000218
Age-related physiological changes affect the functioning of all body systems and as a result, the prevalence of physical limitations and falls increases in adults aged 50 years and older.1,2 Aging also brings with it an increased risk of mental or neurological disorders, with one of the most common neuropsychiatric disorders in older adults being depression.3 In addition, aging is also associated with reduced muscle strength and physical performance.4,5 Chronic disease, hearing loss, and cognitive impairment are also associated with declining health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in older adults.6,7 Exercise is an important undertaking for people of any age and can help overcome some of the problems of aging.8,9
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