Introduction and Aim: With aging, the decline in physical and cognitive abilities leads to an increased risk of falling and a decrease in the quality of life among the elderly. Cognitive-motor training, as a novel approach, can help improve posture control, reduce fall risk, and enhance quality of life. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of cognitive-motor training on the quality of life, fall risk, and posture control in elderly individuals.

Methodology: This semi-experimental field study was conducted with 36 volunteer elderly participants aged 65 to 70 years. Participants were randomly assigned into three groups: motor training, cognitive-motor training, and control. The intervention groups participated in 6 weeks of training, with three one-hour sessions per week. Data were collected using the LEIPAD quality of life questionnaire, the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test to assess fall risk, and a foot pressure device to evaluate posture control. Data analysis was performed using descriptive and inferential statistical tests with SPSS software version 24.

Results: The results showed that cognitive-motor training significantly improved the quality of life, reduced fall risk, and enhanced posture control compared to the control group and the motor training group. Moreover, the combination of cognitive and motor exercises had greater positive effects than motor training alone.

Conclusion: Cognitive-motor training is recommended as an effective intervention to improve quality of life, reduce fall risk, and enhance posture control in the elderly. This approach can be incorporated into rehabilitation programs for older adults.