Motor imagery training for balance in older adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether imagining moving your body (motor imagery training) can improve balance in older adults. It will compare this mental practice with usual activities to see if it helps prevent falls and improves stability.
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Who can take part
- You are between 60 and 80 years old.
- You can walk independently for at least 10 meters without a walking aid.
- You have not had a surgery or injury affecting balance in the last 6 months.
- You have not had 2 or more falls in the last 6 months.
- You are not severely obese (BMI under 35).
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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