Working with Dependent Older People toward Promoting Movement and Physical Activity.
Funded by: NHS Health Scotland
The benefits of physical activity in promoting and maintaining good health for the general population are well known. More recently however, it has been demonstrated that older people with disabilities and frailty can benefit from regular programmed exercise or physical activity that promotes movement. Health benefits to be gained from regular physical activity include falls prevention, improved function, improved mental health and increased participation.
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Demonstration sites:
Care home, Edinburgh
Rehabilitation ward
Project Leaders:
Irene Schofield
Professor Debbie Tolson
Expert Advisor:
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, Head of Physiotherapy