Fall prevention exercises for older adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two types of exercise programs to improve balance and reduce falls in older adults. You will be asked to perform either modified Otago or Frenkel exercises to see which helps more with stability and daily activities.
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Who can take part
- You are aged 65 or older and live in the community (not in a nursing home).
- You have had at least one fall in the past year.
- You have good balance (a score above 40 on a standard balance test).
- You can walk on your own without using a cane or walker.
- You have not had knee or hip replacement surgery in the past.
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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