Can a special brace help seniors with balance and body awareness?
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a brace designed to improve balance and joint sense in older adults who have sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). It may help you feel steadier and more confident walking and moving.
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Who can take part
- Be at least 65 years old (geriatric patient)
- Have two or more signs of sarcopenia: weak grip strength, slow physical performance, or low muscle mass
- Can walk without a cane or walker
- No serious conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, recent cancer treatment, or heart failure
- No severe vision or dizziness problems that make falls likely
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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