Fall prevention training for older adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests if a specific type of physical training can help older adults who are at risk of falling. It is designed for people aged 60-90 who have had a fall in the past year or are otherwise considered high risk.
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Who can take part
- Age between 60 and 90 years old
- Able to walk one block without a walker or cane
- Have had at least one fall in the past year
- No major surgery or hospitalization in the last 3 to 6 months
- No serious medical conditions like recent stroke, heart attack, or cancer
- No severe memory problems that make it hard to follow instructions
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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