Effects of Dual-Tasking on Stepping Strategy and Inter-Joint Coordination During Walking in Older Fallers and Non-Fallers
This study provided better understanding on the differences of stepping strategies and phase-specific coordination patterns between older adult fallers and non-fallers, particularly under dual-task walking conditions. The conservative motor control strategies in fallers suggest a prioritization of stability over adaptability, potentially increasing fall risk during complex walking tasks.
Authors
- Ziwei Zeng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8541-1842)
- Junhong Zhou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7931-7646)
- Yijian Yang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5831-186X)
- Jiahao Shen
- Cheuk-yin Ho
Institutions
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (US)
- Harvard University (US)
- Chinese University of Hong Kong (HK)
- Education University of Hong Kong (HK)
- Hong Kong Jockey Club (HK)
- Hebrew SeniorLife (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Innovation in Aging
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igaf055
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 14.28
Funders
- Chinese University of Hong Kong