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Enhancing Driving Ability in Older Adults through Health Exercises and Physical Activity: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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  • Akihiko Katayama

    (Faculty of Sociology, Shikoku Gakuin University, Zentsuji-shi 765-8505, Kagawa, Japan)

  • Ayako Hase

    (Department of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Medicine, Kagawa University, Miki-cho 761-0701, Kagawa, Japan)

  • Nobuyuki Miyatake

    (Department of Hygiene, Faculty of Medicine, Kagawa University, Miki-cho 761-0701, Kagawa, Japan)

Abstract

The global rise in the aging driving population has heightened concerns about traffic incidents involving this demographic. Beyond transportation, automobiles represent a vital lifeline for older adults, fostering social activities and influencing their health-related quality of life. This study explores improving and sustaining driving ability among older adults with anticipated declines through health-conscious exercises. Sixty-eight participants were randomly allocated into two groups. The exercise-oriented group (E-group) engaged in twelve 90 min health and exercise sessions over twelve weeks, while the control group (C-group) maintained their regular daily routines and did not receive any specific interventions during this period. The focal point of assessment was driving ability, as evaluated by a person using a real car on public roads without using a simulator. Driving ability and physical fitness were assessed before the intervention in both groups. Post-intervention measurements occurred twelve weeks after the initial gauging, encompassing both cohorts. Comparative analysis of pre- and post-intervention changes was executed between the two groups. The E-group demonstrated improved overall driving ability compared to the C-group. The results suggest that healthy exercise and physical activity may maintain and enhance driving ability for older adults.

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  • Akihiko Katayama & Ayako Hase & Nobuyuki Miyatake, 2023. "Enhancing Driving Ability in Older Adults through Health Exercises and Physical Activity: A Randomized Controlled Trial," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 20(19), pages 1-13, September.
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