Authors
Mark A. Schafer, Western Kentucky University
Paula Upright, Western Kentucky University
Jana Michalik, Western Kentucky University
K. Jason Crandall, western Kentucky University
International Journal of Exercise Science 16(7): 1131-1141, 2023.
DOI: 10.70252/YUZU3994
Abstract
This quasi-experimental study evaluated the impact of a 10-week evidence-based falls prevention program (Bingocize®) on self-reported fear of falling, general health, physical activity, social isolation, and avoidance behavior, in community-dwelling older adults in Virginia. Participants > 60 years of age (n= 481) attended Bingocize® group sessions twice per week for 10 weeks. The program combined conventional bingo with periodic strength, balance, flexibility exercises, and fall prevention education. Pre and post assessments gauged participants’ self-perception of fear of falling, general health, physical activity, social isolation, and avoidance behavior. 481 participants attended at least 80% of the sessions. Following the intervention, paired sample t-tests revealed statistically significant improvements (p
Recommended Citation
Schafer, Mark A.; Upright, Paula; Michalik, Jana; and Crandall, K. Jason (2023) “Impact of 10-Week Evidence–Based Falls Prevention Program on Outcomes Related to Falls Risk in Community-Dwelling Older Adults,” International Journal of Exercise Science: Vol. 16 : Iss. 7, Pages 1131 – 1141.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.70252/YUZU3994