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Impact of Land Versus Water Environments on Orthostatic Hypotension in Older Adults: A Randomized Crossover Study.

Emily DunlapTaha AlhalimiNatalie N McLaurinHirofumi Tanaka
Published in: Journal of aging and physical activity (2024)
Water immersion resulted in a substantial reduction in the frequency of OH episodes among older adults. Additionally, the frequency of OH episodes was not affected by prior walking exercise in either environment. Significance/Implication: These findings underscore the safety and potential advantages of water-based exercise for older adults dealing with OH.
Keyphrases
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