Ankle device to help older adults walk more safely
This study tests a wearable device worn on the ankle that may help improve walking and balance in older adults. It could be a good fit if you have concerns about falling or feel unsteady when walking.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You live at the independent living community at Jefferson's Ferry
- You are interested in trying an ankle wearable device
- You are able to walk and stand without help from another person
- You can feel vibrations on your ankle at the device's highest setting
- You have at least one concern about falling (e.g., worry about falling, had a fall in the past year, feel unsteady, or use a cane or walker)
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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