Proposal of new symmetry and asymmetry indexes for the range of movement in older women
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https://doi.org/10.33233/rbfex.v20i4.4223Keywords:
aging, physical functional performance, activities of daily livingAbstract
Objective: To propose a new equation for calculating the symmetry and asymmetry indexes of the range of motion between members. Methods: Two different equations were proposed to assess symmetry and asymmetry between body members, called Limb Symmetry Index and Limb Asymmetry Index. Thus, the evaluation of 48 older women 60 to 79 years old was carried out, using a battery of tests for the range of motion, in addition to tests for the evaluation of upper and lower limbs, and the Ankle Test on the Leg Motion platform for ankle dorsiflexion. Data were analyzed using the equations proposed by the authors of the present study. Results: The equations used were applicable and effective for analyzing the range of motion symmetry and asymmetry between limbs in older women. Conclusion: The proposed equations are applicable for determining the range of motion symmetry and asymmetry between limbs in older women, using different functional tests. Therefore, this study provides subsidies to health professionals for this type of assessment.
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