Otago, Strength and balance – Primary exercise program.

Abstract

This is a manual of primary exercise program for the elderly, which has been translated into Greek and is based on Otago program. The Otago Exercise Program was created after research that aimed at prevention of falls in older people and consists of exercises that aim at progressive strengthening of the lower extremities, balance exercises with gradually increasing difficulty, stretching and walking plan.

Bibliographic Details

Authors
Gawler S.
Publisher
Later Life Training
Publication date
01/01/2014
Rights status
Free to use
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