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Trends in Multicomponent Training Research in the Aged Population: A Bibliometric Analysis
Damián Pereira-Payo1, Ángel Denche-Zamorano2, María Mendoza-Muñoz3
1Health, Economy, Motricity and Education (HEME) Research Group, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|August 9, 2024
Summary
Research on multicomponent training (MCT) for the aged population is rapidly expanding. Bibliometric analysis reveals key journals, prolific authors like Mikel Izquierdo, and leading countries such as Spain, focusing on strength, balance, and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Exercise Science
- Bibliometrics and Scientometrics
Background:
- Global aging populations necessitate interventions to mitigate age-related decline.
- Exercise, particularly multicomponent training (MCT), shows promise in managing aging's adverse effects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze publication trends and growth rates of research on MCT in older adults.
- To identify leading journals, authors, countries, and common themes/keywords in this field.
- To apply bibliometric laws (Price's, Lotka's, Bradford's, Zipf's) to understand research dissemination.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 485 publications from the Web of Science Core Collection (2001-2023).
- Inclusion criteria focused on studies concerning MCT in the aged population.
- Application of traditional bibliometric laws to assess publication patterns and impact.
Main Results:
- Annual publications on MCT for older adults exhibit exponential growth.
- Fifteen core journals and prolific authors, notably Mikel Izquierdo and collaborators, dominate the field.
- Spain leads in publication output, with key themes including strength, sarcopenia, quality of life, falls, balance, and cognitive/physical functioning.
Conclusions:
- Research on multicomponent training for the aging population is experiencing significant growth.
- Bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive overview of key contributors and research focus areas.
- Identified themes highlight the multifaceted benefits of MCT for older adults' health and well-being.
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