Balance and movement in people with loose joints
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares balance and physical performance in people with and without generalized joint hypermobility (loose joints), especially when doing two tasks at once. It will help understand how loose joints affect daily movement and safety.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have loose joints (a Beighton score of 4 or higher).
- You have no brain or nerve conditions (like stroke or multiple sclerosis).
- You have no inner ear problems (like vertigo).
- You have no recent or ongoing leg injuries or surgeries.
- You are not pregnant and have not done specialized balance training in the last 6 months.
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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