Falls and balance impairments occur across the lifespan but are particularly problematic in older adults due to negative effects of ageing on several intrinsic factors. This study investigated the ...

Recognising these gaps, this Research Topic was conceived to bring together new research, methodological advancements, and interdisciplinary perspectives tha...

Can a robot help you remember your pills, lift shopping, and even offer companionship? Yes – if it’s co-designed by its users.

Sufficient gross motor skill proficiency is an essential prerequisite for the successful performance of sport-specific skills and physical activities. The Test of Gross Motor Development is the most c...

Background: Population aging affects society, with a profound impact on daily activities for those of a low socioeconomic status and with motor impairments. Social assistive robots (SARs) and monitori...

The composition and functionality of the gut microbiota (GM) changes throughout the life course. As we move into older age, it starts to shift towards a less healthy one, which may lead to an imbalanc...

Sufficient gross motor skill proficiency is an essential prerequisite for the successful performance of sport-specific skills and physical activities. The Test of Gross Motor Development is the most c...

Schematic illustrating the effects of physical activity in healthy controls and IBS patients.

Background: Population aging affects society, with a profound impact on daily activities for those of a low socioeconomic status and with motor impairments. Social assistive robots (SARs) and monitori...