As we age, our reaction time decreases, which can contribute to an increased risk of
tripping and falling. To avoid falls and injuries, the efficiency of these sensorimotor
processes can be improved by brain exercising (or training) by participating in
mentally stimulating games like crossword puzzles, cards, mahjongg, etc. When
combined with increased physical activity, the effects are even greater.
CONTRIBUTOR INFO:
Uros Marusic, PhD, Senior Research Associate; FECSS
Slovenian Mobile Brain/Body Imaging laboratory,
Institute for Kinesiology Research,
Science and Research Centre
