Development of GERAS DANcing for Cognition and Exercise (DANCE): a feasibility study.

Patricia Hewston Courtney Kennedy George Ioannidis Dafna MeromGenevieve HladyshSharon MarrJustin LeeRichard Sztramko Laurel J TrainorAmanda GrenierMatthew Harold WoolhouseChristopher PattersonAlexandra Papaioannou

Published in: Pilot and feasibility studies (2022)

GERAS DANCE is a feasible and enjoyable program for older adults with early cognitive or mobility impairments. GERAS DANCE curriculum grading (duration; sequence; instructions) and motor complexity increases in agility, balance, and coordination appear appropriately tailored for this population. Future work will explore the feasibility of GERAS DANCE in new settings (i.e., virtually online, community centers, or retirement homes) and the mind-body-social benefits of dance.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
quality improvement
physical activity
social media
high intensity
middle aged
health information
resistance training
medical education