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Evaluation of motor function using the two-step test in type C day care service
Kazuki Kimura1, Toshi Nishikura2
1Department of Rehabilitation, Niigata University of Rehabilitation: 2-16 Kaminoyama, Murakami, Niigata 958-0053, Japan.
Journal of Physical Therapy Science
|December 25, 2019
Summary
The two-step test effectively assesses motor function in elderly females at day care services. Improving dynamic balance and stepping ability is key to enhancing their gait performance.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Physical Therapy
- Preventive Healthcare
Background:
- Evaluating motor function is crucial for preventive care in elderly populations.
- The two-step test offers a clinically valuable method for assessing motor function.
- Day care services provide a setting for targeted interventions in older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate motor function using the two-step test in elderly females attending Type C day care services.
- To determine the clinical utility of the two-step test in this specific demographic and setting.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 23 elderly females (mean age 77.4 years) in Type C day care service participated.
- Motor function was assessed using the two-step test.
- The Timed Up and Go test was also administered for comparison.
Main Results:
- A strong correlation was observed between the results of the Timed Up and Go test and the two-step test.
- The findings indicate that the two-step test captures dynamic balance components.
Conclusions:
- The two-step test is a relevant tool for assessing dynamic balance in elderly females in day care settings.
- Interventions focused on stepping and dynamic balance are recommended to improve gait ability in this population.
