Topic > Benefits Of Exergaming - 1093

(2009) show that this type of exercise can also be useful for the elderly. Older people need to be physically active and move around, otherwise many negative consequences will follow. In their article, Diest, Lamoth, Stegenga, Verkerke, and Postema (2013) focus on poor postural control that can cause falls and, consequently, fall-related injuries. As the statistics provided in the article state, almost 33% of community-dwelling older adults fall at least once a year (Diest et al., 2013, p. 1). Up to 20% of these falls have serious consequences, from lacerations to head trauma and even death. However, postural control can and should be improved through training, and one of the best ways to do this is through exergaming. In addition to the fact that this type of training improves balance skills, it also increases motivation and makes older people enjoy their training programs (Diest et al., 2013, p..