FROM : Prioritizing Resistance Training Intervention for High Fall Risk Individuals

Manuscript Title: Prioritizing Resistance Training Intervention for High Fall Risk Individuals

Editor’s  Comments 1-

Prioritizing Resistance Training Intervention for High Fall Risk Individuals

The article was well written and backed up by research findings.

Minor grammars correction needed.

I agree that it is suitable for publication.

Editor’s  Comments 2-

The topic is timely, well-researched, and provides a comprehensive overview of the benefits of RT. However, the manuscript would benefit from revisions to improve clarity, structure, and conciseness. Below are detailed comments on each section of the manuscript.

 

Abstract

• Strengths:

o  Effectively summarizes the problem, proposed intervention, and its benefits.

o  Clearly highlights key mechanisms (e.g., muscle strength, balance, cognitive

function) and evidence-based outcomes.

• Areas for Improvement:

o  Consider rephrasing "gradual progression, tailored exercises, and multidisciplinary support" to "tailored, progressive RT programs integrated into multidisciplinary care" for precision and impact.

 

Introduction

 

• Strengths:

o  Effectively highlights the scope of the problem and sets the stage for the discussion of RT.

o  WHO statistics provide a strong justification for the need for intervention.

• Areas for Improvement:

o  The opening sentence is lengthy; consider dividing it into two sentences for improved clarity.

 

Defining High Fall Risk

 

• Strengths:

o  Clearly defines high fall risk and provides a comprehensive overview of contributing factors.

• Areas for Improvement:

o  Consider adding examples of environmental hazards to make this aspect more concrete.

 

Resistance Training: Mechanisms and Benefits

 

• Strengths:

o  Excellent discussion of the physiological mechanisms underpinning RT's benefits.

 

o  Strong use of evidence, such as specific studies and meta-analyses, to support claims.

• Areas for Improvement:

o  The section could be condensed by reducing overlapping details about muscle strength and balance.

 

Resistance Training and Fall Prevention: Clinical Evidence

 

• Strengths:

o  Well-structured discussion of evidence for older adults and those with chronic conditions.

o  Highlights specific studies and their outcomes, which lends credibility to the claims.

• Areas for Improvement:

o  Address limitations or gaps in the current evidence, such as the generaliz ability of findings or adherence challenges in practical settings.

 

Practical Considerations in Implementing Resistance Training for Fall Prevention

 

• Strengths:

o  Provides actionable recommendations for program design and individualization.

o  Highlights the importance of multidisciplinary care, which is crucial for real-

world application.

 

Overall Minor Revisions: With minor revisions for clarity and structure, this manuscript will be a valuable contribution to the literature on fall prevention through resistance training.