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The effect of physical activities during childhood and adolescence on biomechanical parameters in old age: A systematic review
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Morteza Mansouri Mehrian *   , Abolghasem Sadri , Maryam Kheirdeh |
| Islamic Azad University Tehran Branch |
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Abstract: (47 Views) |
Introduction: Physical activity during childhood and adolescence is known to be a key factor in biomechanical and physiological development. This critical period of development is the time for the formation of stable movement patterns and neuromuscular organization, the effects of which persist into old age. The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the effect of physical activity during childhood and adolescence on biomechanical parameters in old age.
Methods: This study was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. A comprehensive search was conducted in international and domestic databases between January 2015 and December 2025. Keywords were designed by combining Persian and English terms related to physical activity during growth and biomechanical parameters of aging. After entering the results into the resource management software, duplicates were removed and title and abstract screening was performed by two independent researchers.
Results: Out of a total of 1280 identified articles, after screening and applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, 39 eligible studies were included in the final analysis. These studies were categorized into four main axes: muscle function, joint torque and range of motion, gait kinematics and kinetics, and balance-COP-muscle stiffness-motor efficiency.
Conclusion: Physical activity during childhood and adolescence modulates biomechanical decline associated with aging by creating functional reserves in muscles, joints, and movement patterns. These adaptations reduce the risk of falls and motor disability and improve the quality of life of the elderly. Designing diverse and continuous exercise programs during growth periods can be an effective strategy for preventing functional problems in aging. |
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| Keywords: Physical activity, childhood, biomechanical parameters, aging. |
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Type of Study: Review |
Subject:
active and healthy aging
Received: 2026/01/7 | Accepted: 2026/03/30 | Published: 2026/03/30
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