A balance brace for older adults with muscle loss
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a special brace (orthosis) designed to improve your balance and body awareness (joint sense) as you age. If you have sarcopenia (muscle loss), this brace might help you feel steadier and more confident when moving.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) shown by at least two of these: weak grip, slow or unsteady walking, or low muscle mass.
- You can walk on your own without any walking aid.
- You do not have serious conditions that affect walking, like stroke, Parkinson's, heart failure, or recent cancer treatment.
- You do not have severe vision problems or dizziness that raise your fall risk.
- You are able to understand and follow instructions for walking and balance tasks.
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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