Arm-in-arm walking training for people who fell recently
This study tests whether a guided “arm-in-arm” walking program can help people walk more safely after a recent fall. You may be eligible if you’re within a specific age range and can walk steadily for 15 minutes.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 70, or between 18 and 40
- You can walk continuously for 15 minutes without using walking aids
- If you’re in the older group, you had a fall within the last year
- You do not have severe walking problems from bone/muscle or nerve issues
- You can understand and follow the study steps (including study instructions/language)
- A clinician says there’s no medical reason you can’t take part in walking training
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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