Research

*Studies Ongoing*

Emma H Chen MSc, Mary Roberts PhD & Andreas Bergdahl PhD

Department of Health, Kinesiology & Applied Physiology, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada

Studies investigate whether online dance classes combined with blood flow restriction can be used to increase physical activity levels and reduce the risk of falls among women aged 65+. It is hoped that these online classes may provide a novel and accessible method for older women to remain independent and age well.

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Journal Articles

1. Chen, E.H., Bergdahl, A. & Roberts, M. (2024). “Improvements in Postural Stability, Dynamic Balance and Strength Following 12 Weeks of Online Ballet-Modern Dance Classes for Older Women” International Journal of Exercise Science. Vol. 17: Iss. 1, Pages 682 –701.  https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/ijes/vol17/iss1/11; PMID: 38863786; PMCID: PMC11166139

Thesis

1. Fall Prevention for Older Women Using Online Dance Classes with Blood Flow Restriction https://spectrum.library.concordia.ca/id/eprint/992695/

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Acknowledgements

1. Fonds de Recherche du Québec – Santé: Formation de Doctorat (2024)
2. Ed Whitlock Fellowship (2023)
3. Fonds de Recherche du Québec – Santé: Formation de Maîtrise (2022)
4. Canadian Graduate Scholarship – Master’s Program (2022), Canadian Institutes of Health Research/Instituts de Recherche en Santé du Canada
5. Concordia Undergraduate Student Research Award (2020)

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