Rising from a seated position: future directions for an ageing population

The aim of our literature review is to identify the gaps between research outputs, clinical practice, and daily behavior in the rising from a seated position movement of the elderly, and to outline future directions for research on this motion to address issues with an ageing population. A literature search was performed and clinicians were consulted for expert opinion as well as therapy textbooks. The methods of a narrative review and a meta-analysis were combined using a random-effects model to obtain a summary effect. The results show that research should consider the upper extremity, asymmetries, and sit-to-walk to address the topical questions in clinic and society. Consequently, clear and cogent guidelines can be set for retaining ability to rise.