Status:

COMPLETED

Effects of Perturbation-based Balance Training on Postural Control and Cortical Modulation in Elderly With Fall Risk

Lead Sponsor:

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

Conditions:

Old Age; Debility

Fall

Eligibility:

All Genders

65+ years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This is a single-blinded randomized controlled trial with pre- and post- measurements. Forty community-dwelling elderly (age\> 65 y/o) with fall risk (defined as functional reach test≦25.4 cm) will be...

Detailed Description

Background: Falling is one of the common factors affecting the health in older people. It would cause severe consequences and result in decreasing mobility and independent activity of daily living. Ac...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Over 65 y/o community-dwelling elderly with fall risk (Functional reach test ≦25.4 cm).
  • Mini-Mental State Examination score (MMSE) ≧ 24.
  • Able to walk independently without assistance at least 10 meters.

Exclusion

  • With any neurological, mental or cognitive disorders, and orthopedic, pulmonary or cardiac problems that could restrict or preclude their participation in exercise.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

August 31 2020

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

May 17 2021

Estimated Enrollment :

14 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT04473885

Start Date

August 31 2020

End Date

May 17 2021

Last Update

November 22 2021

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