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Trial reportJournal of preventive medicine and public health = Yebang Uihakhoe chi2025

Integrating Cognitive and Motor Dual-task Training to Prevent Fall Risk Among Community-dwelling Elderly in Thailand: A Randomized Controlled Study.

Wilawan Jattanond, Chatchada Sutalangka, Ploypailin Namkorn, Ekalak Sitthipornvorakul, Siripatra Atsawakaewmongkhon, Boonsita Suwannakul, Aunyachulee Ganogpichayagrai, Sitang Kongkratoke, Raksuda Taniguchi, Wilawan Chaiut

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Trial report in Journal of preventive medicine and public health = Yebang Uihakhoe chi, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Wilawan JattanondNang Lae Sub-district Municipality, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Chatchada SutalangkaDepartment of Physical Therapy, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Ploypailin NamkornDepartment of Physical Therapy, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Ekalak SitthipornvorakulDepartment of Physical Therapy, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Siripatra AtsawakaewmongkhonDepartment of Physical Therapy, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Boonsita SuwannakulDepartment of Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Science, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand.
Aunyachulee GanogpichayagraiDepartment of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Sitang KongkratokeDepartment of Occupational Health and Safety, School of Health Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Raksuda TaniguchiDepartment of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Wilawan ChaiutDepartment of Physical Therapy, School of Integrative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.

Funding

Mae Fah Luang UniversityNational Sciences 682A10006
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesFalls are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among older adults, often resulting in severe injuries and a loss of independence. Dual-task training, which integrates cognitive and motor exercises, has emerged as a promising intervention for fall prevention. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a structured cognitive and motor dual-task training program on fall risk, balance, and cognitive function in community-dwelling older adults.

methodsSeventy-two participants aged 60 years or older were randomly assigned to either an intervention group (IG, n=36) or a control group (CG, n=36). The IG underwent 3 sessions per week for 8 weeks (totaling 24 sessions) that incorporated simultaneous cognitive and motor exercises, while the CG continued their usual total body stretching exercise. Assessments were conducted at baseline, week 4, and week 8, and included gait speed (10-meter walk test), functional performance (Timed Up and Go test), cognitive function (Montreal Cognitive Assessment), and quality of life (World Health Organization Quality of Life Assessment).

resultsParticipants in the IG demonstrated significant improvements in functional performance (p<0.05) and enhanced cognitive function compared to the CG after both 4 weeks and 8 weeks of training. Functional performance and cognitive function significantly improved after 8 weeks of training (p<0.01). However, the intervention did not produce changes in gait speed or quality of life.

conclusionsIntegrating cognitive and motor dual-task training into fall prevention programs may enhance functional stability and cognitive resilience in older adults. Future studies should investigate long-term adherence and determine the optimal training intensity.

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Accidental FallsCognitionExercise TherapyAgedAged, 80 and overFemaleHumansIndependent LivingMaleMiddle AgedPostural BalanceQuality of LifeThailandAccident preventionCognitionElderlyPhysical functional performanceTraining

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PMCPMC12690248

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