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Subject:

	Blood Pressure, Cobblestone Mat Walking

Study Conducted:	Country:	Institution:

	United States of America		Oregon Research Institute

Citation:

	Li, F and Fisher. K, ,“ A Randomized Trial Study on Improving Physical Function and Blood Pressure in Older Adults Through Cobblestone Mat Walking” Reflections: The Journal of Reflexology Research, 2004, Volume 25 Number 1.

Synopsis:

108 physically inactive adults, ages 60-92 were randomly divided into 2 groups. Group I, consisting of 54 adults, participated in cobblestone mat walking; Group II, consisting of 54 adults, participated in regular walking. Each group did 60 minutes of walking three times a week for four months. Primary measures were balance (functional reach, static standing), physical performance (chair stands, 50-ft walk, up and go test), and blood pressure (systolic, diastolic). Secondary measures were Short Form-12 physical and mental health scores and perception of health benefits from exercise. Results: There was a difference in balance, chair stands, 50-ft walk, and blood pressure but not for up and go. between Group I and Group II.

Conclusion:

	Cobblestone mat walking was found to improve physical function and reduce blood pressure more significantly than regular walking in older adults. Additional benefits included improved quality of life.

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