Sensomotorisches Training im Alter und bei Osteoporose

Schwesig, René; Kh, Müller; Becker, Stefanie; Kreutzfeldt, A.; Hottenrott, Kuno

doi:10.1055/s-2006-921564

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“…Improvement of sensomotor abilities appears to exert a positive impact on quality of life. Schwesig et al [14] performed sensomotor exercises with the Aero-Step in 20 healthy elderly persons and 27 patients with osteoporosis aged on average 66.6 years. After conclusion of the training program the authors observed improvements in sensomotor performance and general wellbeing.…”

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“…As recent advancements in sports medicine have proven the beneficial effects of sensomotor exercise on the regulation of posture and/or the frequency of falls [14,15], we decided to use sling exercise therapy. The procedure was developed by Kirkesola [16] to treat motor problems, and was established by Meier [17] for prevention as well as rehabilitation of professional German sportsmen.…”

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Effects of physical therapy on quality of life in osteoporosis patients - a randomized clinical trial

Schröder

Knauerhase

Kundt

et al. 2012

Health and Quality of Life Outcomes

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SummaryThe aim of this prospective randomized single-center study was to investigate whether sling exercise therapy is superior to conventional exercises in osteoporosis patients.BackgroundPatients with osteoporosis frequently experience fractures of the vertebral body, which may cause chronic back pain and other symptoms. These, in turn, may lead to immobilization, muscular atrophy, and restrictions in activities of daily living. The situation can be improved with specific medication and physiotherapy. We explored the effects of a variety of physical treatments on activities of daily living in patients with osteoporosis.MethodFifty patients were randomly allocated to two treatment groups. Group A received traditional physiotherapy (PT) while group B underwent sling exercise therapy (ST). Both treatments were given twice a week for three months. The results of the treatment were registered on the quality of life questionnaire (Qualeffo-41) devised by the International Osteoporosis Foundation. After a further three months with no specific exercise treatment, we again tested all patients in order to draw conclusions about the long-term effects of both types of exercise.ResultsForty-four patients (88%) completed the study. Patients were assigned to small groups (a maximum of 5 patients in each group) and thus received individual attention and motivation. Quality of life was improved in both groups; a significantly greater improvement was registered in patients who performed sling exercises (Global score Qualeffo: p = 0.002).ConclusionThe test results confirm the known positive effects of physical therapy on the quality of life of osteoporosis patients, as well as the fact that sling exercises are a sound alternative treatment for this condition.

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Effects of physical therapy on quality of life in osteoporosis patients - a randomized clinical trial

Schröder

Knauerhase

Kundt

et al. 2012

Health and Quality of Life Outcomes

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“…Many elderly individuals suffer from comorbidities (such as deterioration of visual acuity or perception of contrast) which, however, culminate in physical imbalance only when combined with proprioception deficits. As recent advancements in sports medicine have proven the beneficial effects of sensomotor exercise on the regulation of posture and/or the frequency of falls [25,31], we decided to use sling exercise therapy. The procedure was developed by Kirkesola [12] to treat motor problems and was established by Meier [14] for prevention as well as rehabilitation of professional German sportsmen.…”

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Trunk stabilization with sling training in osteoporosis patients—a randomized clinical trial

Schröder

Knauerhase

Kundt

et al. 2013

Eur Rev Aging Phys Act

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Fractures due to osteoporosis are one of the principal causes of functional limitations, chronic pain, and greater morbidity in advanced age. In addition to bone risk factors for osteoporotic fractures include extraosseous causes such as falls or reduced neuromuscular capacity. Muscle and coordination exercises enhance the patients' abilities in daily life and prevent falls. In view of recent conclusions drawn from competitive sports, which stress the significance of the muscles of the trunk in respect of reducing back pain and optimizing posture, we used sling exercises to determine whether osteoporosis patients benefit from it and whether it is more advantageous than traditional physiotherapy. Fifty patients were randomized into two groups. Group A received traditional physiotherapy, while group B was given sling exercises, in each case twice a week for a period of 3 months. The results of treatment (prepost) were analyzed in terms of pain levels, mobility, trunk strength, and the shape of the back. After a further 3 months with no specific exercise treatment, we retested all patients in order to draw conclusions about the long-term effects of the two types of exercise. Forty-four patients (88 %) completed the study. Patients were assigned to small groups (a maximum of five patients in each group) and, thus, received individual attention and motivation. Positive training effects were achieved in both groups. Significantly better results as regards improvement of mobility and reduction of falls were registered in the sling exercise group.

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“…As recent advancements in sports medicine have proven the beneficial effects of sensomotor exercise on the regulation of posture and/or the frequency of falls (14,15), we decided to use sling exercise therapy. The procedure was developed by Kirkesola (16) to treat motor problems, and was established by Meier (17) for the prevention of conditions as well as rehabilitation in professional German sportsmen.…”

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New aspects of physical therapy for osteoporosis

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Knauerhase²,

Kundt³

et al. 2014

Osteologie

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SummaryFractures due to osteoporosis are among the leading causes of functional limitation, chronic pain, and greater morbidity in advanced age. Apart from bone, risk factors for osteoporotic fractures include non-osseous causes such as falls or reduced neuromuscular capacity. Muscle and coordination exercises enhance the patient’s abilities in daily life and prevent falls. In view of recent conclusions drawn from competitive sports, which stress the significance of muscles of the trunk with regard to reducing back pain and optimizing posture, we used sling exercises to determine whether they benefit patients with osteoporosis and are more useful than traditional physiotherapy. A stable ceiling construction was installed for sling exercise; slings were suspended from this construction. Fifty patients were randomized into two groups. Group A received traditional physiotherapy while group B was given sling exercises, in each case twice a week for a period of three months. The exercises were similar in the two groups. Both performed chair-rising exercises and pelvic lift in supine position; the sling exercise group used the slings for this purpose. The results of treatment (pre-post) were analyzed in terms of pain levels, mobility, trunk strength, and the shape of the back. For the latter we used the spine scanner Diers®Formetric 4D to measure the spine surface of the patients with low radiation. After a further three months with no specific exercise treatment, we re-tested the patients to establish the long-term effects of the two types of exercises. Forty-four patients (88 %) completed the study. Patients were assigned to small groups for the exercises (a maximum of 5 patients each), and thus received individual attention and motivation. Positive training effects were achieved in both groups. Significantly better results in regard of improved mobility (8.2 ± 1.9 vs. 6.7 ± 1.4; p = 0.005) and pain at rest (3.1 ± 1.7 vs. 1.9 ± 1.4; p = 0.011) were registered in the sling exercise group. A comparison of the baseline values for these parameters to those reported at follow-up, without specific stabilization or strengthening exercises, it was found that the effect lasted for a minimum period of 3 months (p < 0.001). The results of the investigation confirm the known positive effects of physical therapy with regard to back pain in patients with osteoporosis. Simultaneously, sling exercise proved to be a treatment alternative that improves trunk strength and posture as well as provides greater mobility, thus improving quality of life in patients with osteoporosis.

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Sensomotorisches Training im Alter und bei Osteoporose

Cited by 7 publications

References 9 publications

Effects of physical therapy on quality of life in osteoporosis patients - a randomized clinical trial

Effects of physical therapy on quality of life in osteoporosis patients - a randomized clinical trial

Trunk stabilization with sling training in osteoporosis patients—a randomized clinical trial

New aspects of physical therapy for osteoporosis

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