Proof of Concept of Novel Visuo-Spatial-Motor Fall Prevention Training for Old People

Falls in the geriatric population are one of most important causes disabilities this age group. Its consequences impose a great deal economic burden on health and insurance systems. This study was conducted by multidisciplinary team with aim evaluating effect visuo-spatial-motor training for prevention falls older adults. The subjects consisted 31 volunteers aged 60 to 92 years who were studied three groups: (1) A group under standard physical training, (2) interventions, (3) control (without any intervention). results showed that visual-spatial motor exercises significantly reduced risk subjects.