Dance Therapy Improves Seniors’ Gait, Balance
Published On: 04/15/2010
Dance Therapy Improves Seniors’ Gait, Balance
By Emily Martin | April 15, 2014
For seniors, dancing isn’t just for fun; it also can be therapeutic. Two recent studies conducted by University of Missouri researchers found that participation in dance-based therapy can improve balance and gait in older adults. Improved functionality among seniors can decrease their risk of falling and reduce costly injuries.
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