Timed Up and Go Performance in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Ashley Price, Megan Stradtman, Jessica Alber, Maeve Durkin
Primary Institution: University of Rhode Island
Hypothesis
How does TUG performance differ among cognitively unimpaired older adults at low and high risk for Alzheimer's disease and those with mild cognitive impairment?
Conclusion
The study found that cognitively unimpaired older adults at low risk for Alzheimer's disease performed better on mobility tasks compared to those at high risk and those with mild cognitive impairment.
Supporting Evidence
- Cognitively unimpaired older adults at low risk for Alzheimer's disease showed improved gait efficiency.
- Significant differences in TUG-DT time were found between low risk and mild cognitive impairment groups.
- The study included a diverse sample of older adults aged 55-80.
Takeaway
Older people who are not at risk for Alzheimer's can walk better than those who are at risk or have mild cognitive problems.
Methodology
The study used the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test to assess mobility in different groups of older adults, comparing performance based on cognitive status and risk for Alzheimer's disease.
Limitations
Practice effects may have influenced the results in the second run of the TUG test.
Participant Demographics
194 older adults aged 55-80, including 82 males and 112 females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=0.003
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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