Effectiveness of Functional Strength Training on Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Women
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.67440/ahj.vi.2714Keywords:
Postmenopausal women, Functional strength training, Quality of life, Physiotherapy, Women’s health.Abstract
Background: Postmenopausal women commonly experience reduced muscle strength, functional decline, and impaired quality of life due to hormonal changes. Functional strength training focuses on movement-based strengthening that may improve daily functioning and well-being.
Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of an 8-week functional strength training program on quality of life in postmenopausal women aged 45–60 years.
Methods: A pre-experimental pre-test–post-test study was conducted among 50 postmenopausal women aged 45–60 years. Participants underwent functional strength training for 8 weeks. Quality of life was assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire. Data were analyzed using paired t-test.
Results: Significant improvement was observed in overall quality of life scores following the intervention (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: Functional strength training significantly improves quality of life in postmenopausal women and should be incorporated into physiotherapy-based women’s health programs.
