Functional and motor abilities changes induced by an adapted taekwondo-based intervention in elderly care home residents: preliminary results

Key Points

• Functional and motor abilities improved significantly in elderly care home residents after intervention.
• The adapted taekwondo intervention showed an increase in physical activity and mobility, enhancing overall well-being.
• Observational analysis highlights changes in both functional and motor abilities among participants.
• Findings suggest that physical activity interventions like taekwondo may benefit elderly populations, though further studies are needed.