Research article summary (published 29 Sep 2009):

Progressive resistance training enhances mobility in seniors. 121 studies show older adults can maintain daily activities and independence through some form of PRT.

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Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: DukeMedicine healthnews (Duke Med Health News), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2009-Oct; vol 15 (issue 10) : pp 1-2

Dates: Created 2009/09/30; Completed 2009/10/29;

PMID: 19830874, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 10/29/2009, IMS Date: )

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Activities of Daily Living Aged - physiology Aged, 80 and over Humans

Humans Middle Aged Muscle Strength - physiology Resistance Training

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