Video-supported Group-based Otago Exercise Programme on Physical Performance in Older Adults.

Effectiveness of a Video-supported Group-based Otago Exercise Programme on Physical Performance in Community-dwelling Older Adults: a Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a video-supported group-based Otago exercise programme intervention on balance, mobility, physical performance and aerobic endurance in community-dwelling older adults 65+ years old.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Aged 65 years and older.
• Living in the community (Valencia, Spain).
• Able to ambulate independently without a walking aid.
• Have no severe medical contraindication for physical activity.
• Able to communicate.
• Have self-reported visual and auditory capacities to follow commands.
• Provide signed informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unable to ambulate independently.
• Mini-mental state examination score of <24.
• Barthel Index score of <80.
• Severe visual and auditory disabilities.
• Unstable cardiovascular disease.
• Neurological disorder that could compromise them from exercising.
• Upper or lower extremity fracture in the past year.