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Zaferiou AM. Dance-Themed National Biomechanics Day Community Engagement to Inspire our Future STEAM Leaders. J Biomech 2023; 150:111511. [PMID: 36870260 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2023.111511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023]
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Community engagement experiences through National Biomechanics Day (NBD) that focused on dance biomechanics have provided excellent Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) learning opportunities. During these experiences, bidirectional learning has been enjoyed by the biomechanists hosting the events and the kindergarten through 12th grade student attendees. In this article, perspectives are shared about dance biomechanics and hosting dance-themed NBD events. Importantly, examples of high school student feedback are provided that point towards the positive impact of NBD by inviting future generations to advance the field of biomechanics.
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Affiliation(s)
- Antonia M Zaferiou
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken NJ, USA.
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Hewston P, Kennedy CC, Borhan S, Merom D, Santaguida P, Ioannidis G, Marr S, Santesso N, Thabane L, Bray S, Papaioannou A. Effects of dance on cognitive function in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Age Ageing 2021; 50:1084-1092. [PMID: 33338209 DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afaa270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND dance is a mind-body activity that stimulates neuroplasticity. We explored the effect of dance on cognitive function in older adults. METHODS we searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, CENTRAL and PsycInfo databases from inception to August 2020 (PROSPERO:CRD42017057138). Inclusion criteria were (i) randomised controlled trials (ii) older adults (aged ≥ 55 years), (iii) intervention-dance and (iv) outcome-cognitive function. Cognitive domains were classified with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5 Neurocognitive Framework. Meta-analyses were performed in RevMan5.3 and certainty of evidence with GradePro. RESULTS we reviewed 3,997 records and included 11 studies (N = 1,412 participants). Seven studies included only healthy older adults and four included those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Dance interventions varied in frequency (1-3×/week), time (35-60 minutes), duration (3-12 months) and type. We found a mean difference (MD) = 1.58 (95% confidence interval [CI) = 0.21-2.95) on the Mini Mental State Examination for global cognitive function (moderate-certainty evidence), and the Wechsler Memory Test for learning and memory had an MD = 3.02 (95% CI = 1.38-4.65; low-certainty evidence). On the Trail Making Test-A for complex attention, MD = 3.07 (95% CI = -0.81 to 6.95; high-certainty evidence) and on the Trail Making Test-B for executive function, MD = -4.12 (95% CI = -21.28 to 13.03; moderate-certainty evidence). Subgroup analyses did not suggest consistently greater effects in older adults with MCI. Evidence is uncertain for language, and no studies evaluated social cognition or perceptual-motor function. CONCLUSIONS dance probably improves global cognitive function and executive function. However, there is little difference in complex attention, and evidence also suggests little effect on learning and memory. Future research is needed to determine the optimal dose and if dance results in greater cognitive benefits than other types of physical activity and exercise.
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- Patricia Hewston
- GERAS Centre for Aging Research, Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- GERAS Centre for Aging Research, Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Health Research and Methods, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- School of Health Science, Western Sydney University, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Health Research and Methods, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- GERAS Centre for Aging Research, Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- GERAS Centre for Aging Research, Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Health Research and Methods, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Health Research and Methods, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Biostatistics Unit, St Joseph’s Healthcare—Hamilton, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- GERAS Centre for Aging Research, Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Health Research and Methods, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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Aguirre-Loaiza H, Mejía-Bolaño A, Cualdrón J, Ospina S. Psychology, Physical Activity, and Post-pandemic Health: An Embodied Perspective. Front Psychol 2021; 12:588931. [PMID: 33746822 PMCID: PMC7973373 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.588931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2020] [Accepted: 01/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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- Department of Psychology, Universidad Católica de Pereira, Pereira, Colombia
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- Department of Psychology, Universidad Católica de Pereira, Pereira, Colombia
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Meng X, Li G, Jia Y, Liu Y, Shang B, Liu P, Bao X, Chen L. Effects of dance intervention on global cognition, executive function and memory of older adults: a meta-analysis and systematic review. Aging Clin Exp Res 2020; 32:7-19. [PMID: 30982217 DOI: 10.1007/s40520-019-01159-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2018] [Accepted: 02/21/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To summarize and assess the effects of dance intervention on global cognition, executive function and memory in older adults. METHODS We searched the databases PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Clinical Trials.Gov and four Chinese databases (CNKI, CBM, Wan Fang Data and VIP) to identify articles written in English or Chinese and published until April 2018. Randomized controlled trials and quasi-experiment were included if they evaluated the impact of dance on cognition, and individuals aged 60 and over. RESULTS Thirteen studies with a total of 1605 participants met the inclusions criteria. Our primary outcomes of interest are cognitive functions and are categorized into three cognitive domains: (1)Global cognition: meta-analyses for outcome related to global cognition indicated a large effect size. In the subgroup of using MMSE, results indicated a significant effect for dance on cognition [MD = 1.57, 95% CI (0.53, 2.61), p = 0.003; I2 = 62%], in the subgroup of using SCEF, effect sizes was statically significant and no heterogeneity between studies [MD = 33.25, 95% CI (30.94, 35.56), p < 0.00001; I2 = 0%]. (2)Executive functioning domain: meta-analyses revealed that there were no significant differences between the two groups in measures of executive function after the one study with a low-quality score was excluded [SMD = 0.13, 95% CI (- 0.02, 0.27), p = 0.09; I2 = 0%]. (3)Memory domain: quantitative analysis showed that dance may benefit memory function in older adults. However, in our review, dance was more effective for elderly cognitions than exercise may be not support. CONCLUSIONS Our meta-analysis and systematic review suggest that dance may be a safe and effective approach to improve cognitive function in older adults.
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- Xiangfei Meng
- School of Nursing, Jilin University, 965 XinJiang Road, Changchun, 130021, China
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- School of Nursing, Jilin University, 965 XinJiang Road, Changchun, 130021, China
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- School of Nursing, Jilin University, 965 XinJiang Road, Changchun, 130021, China
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- School of Nursing, Jilin University, 965 XinJiang Road, Changchun, 130021, China
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- School of Nursing, Jilin University, 965 XinJiang Road, Changchun, 130021, China
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- School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Jilin University, No.5988 Renmin Street, Changchun, 130025, Jilin, China.
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- The 208th Hospital of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, Changchun, 130062, Jilin, China.
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- School of Nursing, Jilin University, 965 XinJiang Road, Changchun, 130021, China.
- Department of Pharmacology, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, China.
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Vaccaro MG, Izzo G, Ilacqua A, Migliaccio S, Baldari C, Guidetti L, Lenzi A, Quattrone A, Aversa A, Emerenziani GP. Characterization of the Effects of a Six-Month Dancing as Approach for Successful Aging. Int J Endocrinol 2019; 2019:2048391. [PMID: 31316562 PMCID: PMC6601485 DOI: 10.1155/2019/2048391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2018] [Revised: 03/29/2019] [Accepted: 05/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Aging is accompanied by a decline in multiple domains. Positive effects of dance practice on several health issues have been evaluated in young adults, while the effects of regular social dance practice on physical fitness, sexual health, and cognitive functions have not been studied yet in older experienced dancers. Thus, the aim of this study has been to investigate whether a 6-month social dance practice might influence fitness performance, sexual health, and specific cognitive functions and/or mood characteristics in older experienced dancers. Thirty experienced dancers (age: 71.2±5.1 years, 18 females/12 males) were enrolled from the dance school "NonSoloLiscio" of Catanzaro. Body composition, physical fitness, sexual health, and cognitive functions were assessed before (T0) and after (T6) intervention. After 6 months of dance practice, percent of fat mass (%FM) significantly decreased (p<0.01), while fat-free mass (FFM) significantly increased (p<0.01) in both genders. Moreover, significant main effects of time on physical fitness tests, such as chair stand test (CST) (p<0.01), gait speed (p<0.05), and timed up and go (p<0.05), were found. Sexual health was significantly higher in males than in females at T0 and no significant effects of dance on subjects' sexual health were found. Interestingly, trait of anxiety significant decreased (p<0.05) and perception of retrospective memory significantly increased (p=0.05) after training independently of gender. Our preliminary results suggest that, even in older intermediate-level dancer, the practice of social dance might positively influence body composition and also increase fitness performance, memory functions, and anxiety. In contrast, no effects on sexual health were observed after 6 months of dancing.
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, “Magna Graecia” University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Movement, Human and Health Sciences, “Foro Italico” University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Movement, Human and Health Sciences, “Foro Italico” University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Movement, Human and Health Sciences, “Foro Italico” University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, “Sapienza” University, Rome, Italy
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- Neuroscience Centre, “Magna Graecia” University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, “Magna Graecia” University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, “Magna Graecia” University, Catanzaro, Italy
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Dancing in the golden age: a study on physical function, quality of life, and social engagement. Geriatr Nurs 2018; 39:635-639. [DOI: 10.1016/j.gerinurse.2018.04.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2017] [Accepted: 04/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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