스위스볼 운동과 탄력밴드 운동이 노인 여성의 균형에 미치는 영향

The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of the swiss ball and thera-band exercise on the balance of the elderly. The participants of the study were thirty six elderly women; control group(n＝12), swiss ball exercise group(n＝12), thera-band exercise group(n＝12). The participants in the exercise groups practiced either the swiss ball or thera-band exercise program 3 times a week for 8 weeks. The data were analyzed using a repeated measures ANOVA test. The results were summarized as follows: 1. In a one leg standing test, there were significant differences in interaction between time and group(p<0.001). 2. In a timed "up and go" test, there were significant differences in interaction between time and group(p<0.001). 3. In a functional reach test, there were significant differences in interaction between time and group(p<0.001). In conclusion, after exercise, both exercise groups were improved in the balance of the elderly. Especially, swiss ball exercise group had greater improvement than the thera-band and control group in the timed "up and go" test. These results suggest that both exercises play an important role in balance ability. Finally the swiss ball exercise resulted in improved dynamic balance ability for the elderly.