Motor cognitive dual tasking

摘要: Gait and cognition are closely associated. Older adults with gait deficits have an increased risk of developing cognitive associated worsened gait. Both impairments factors for falls in older adults. The aims this article (1) to highlight the association between cognition, particularly executive function, (2) present motor dual tasking test paradigms (3) provide algorithm standardized mobility tests that can quickly easily be performed a private practice or on hospital ward. A Pubmed review current literature topic as well personal experience recommendations authors presented. Assessments summarized: clock drawing test, stops walking when talking normal speed, timed up go regular, task imagined. It is recommended at least two presented assessments should each clinical visit all patients age 65 years older. If one provides abnormal results, referred specialist in-depth quantitative analysis. functional mobility, fall integral part every comprehensive geriatric assessment. Quantitative analysis allows not only early detection risk, but also deficits. Early timely implementation targeted interventions improve and/or cognition.