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[Physio Explained] Muscle power, not strength, the key to falls prevention with Dr Mariana Wingood
Category: Health
Duration: 00:15:26
Publish Date: 2024-09-04 09:00:00
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In this episode with Mariana, we discuss a recent article looking at the difference between muscle power and muscle strength in predicting falls in older adults. This paper found the 5x sit to stand as a measure of power was a better predictor of falls compared to manual muscle testing or strength testing using a dynamometer. We discuss:

  • The implications of this paper for our patients
  • The difference and the relationship between muscle power and muscle strength
  • Best tests to use to assess power output in your patients
  • How you can use strength exercises to improve power in patients of all ages with and without equipment
  • Importance of power and strength for balance training in this population
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