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Balance training in elderly women using public parks . This study evaluates the effects of a balance training program developed in public parks on functionality and general state of health in elderly women . It was a randomized controlled trial . Women older than 65 years ( n = 28 ; 68.5 ± 2.9 ) participated in a balance training program that lasted 6 weeks , with sessions taking place twice a week ( 12 exercises/session , 50 min ) . Balance was analyzed by the Berg Balance Scale and Timed Up & Go Test . The generic health status was measured by the SF-12 Health Survey . These tests showed statistically significant differences in the experimental group ( p < .05 ) . Public parks are adequate installations for developing balance .
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Intervention_Educational
balance training program
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Outcome_Physical
Balance
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Outcome_Other
Berg Balance Scale and Timed Up & Go Test
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Outcome_Physical
The generic health status