Exercise program to prevent falls in older adults
This study tests an exercise program called OTAGO, combined with motivational interviewing, to help older adults at high risk for falling improve their balance and strength. If you are 60 or older, have had a fall or worry about falling, and have some difficulty walking or moving around, this trial may be a good fit for you.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years of age or older.
- You have had a fall in the past year, or you find it hard to stand without using your hands, or you worry about falling.
- You can walk, with or without a cane or walker, and have some trouble getting around outside your home.
- You have at least some difficulty walking one block, stepping onto a curb, getting out of a chair, or climbing stairs.
- You are not already doing regular physical therapy or moderate exercise focused on balance and leg strength for more than 100 minutes per week.
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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