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Effects of a modified tap dance program on ankle function and postural control in older adults: a randomized controlled trial
Wang Q, Zhao Y
International Journal of Environmental Research & Public Health 2021 Jun;18(12):6379
clinical trial
9/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: Yes; Baseline comparability: Yes; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: Yes; Blind assessors: Yes; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: Yes; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed*

Older adults are at a high risk of falling due to age-related degradations in physical fitness. This study aimed to examine the effects of a modified tap dance program (MTD) on ankle function and postural control in older adults. Forty-four healthy older adults (mean age 64.1 years, with 9 men) were recruited from local communities and were randomly divided into the MTD group and the control (CON) group. The MTD group received 12 weeks of MTD training 3 times per week for 30 min per session. Outcomes were measured using the five times sit-to-stand test (FTSST) for ankle strength, the universal goniometer for ankle range of motion, and the Footscan to trace the center of pressure. Results revealed significant improvements in FTSST in the MTD group (mean difference 1.01), plantar flexion (left 9.10, right 10.0). In addition, the MTD group displayed significantly more improvements at midtest than the CON group in FTSST (mean difference 1.51) and plantar flexion (mean difference left 6.10; right 4.5). Therefore, the MTD can be an effective exercise program for ankle function improvement, but it has limited effects on improving postural control among healthy older adults.

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