Publication Name	World Journal of Meta-Analysis
Manuscript ID	121960
DOI	10.13105/wjma.121960
Country	United Kingdom

Category	Geriatrics & Gerontology
Manuscript Type	Meta-Analysis
Article Title	Resistance training effect on functional decline in older adults with dementia
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Miriam Wangari Ndirangu and Jonathan Soldera
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Corresponding Author	Jonathan Soldera, Department of Tutor, Gastroenterology and Acute Medicine, University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Pontypridd, Cardiff CF37 1DL, United Kingdom. jonathansoldera@gmail.com
Key Words	Dementia; Resistance training; Gait speed; Accidental falls; Physical functional performance
Core Tip	Resistance training results in consistent and clinically meaningful improvements in gait speed in older adults with dementia, with negligible heterogeneity across trials. Although a non-significant reduction in fall incidence is observed, the direction and magnitude of effect suggest a probable benefit limited by current sample sizes. These findings support resistance training as a key intervention to preserve mobility and potentially reduce fall risk in this population.
Citation	Ndirangu MW, Soldera J. Resistance training effect on functional decline in older adults with dementia. World J Meta-Anal 2026; In press DOI: https://doi.org/10.13105/wjma.121960
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Received	2026-04-10 05:52
Peer-Review Started	2026-04-10 05:55
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-11 00:59
Return for Revision	2026-05-11 02:15
Revised	2026-06-01 10:04
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-07-01 02:34
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Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-07-01 07:54
Articles in Press	2026-07-01 07:54
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