Water-based exercise for back pain and fall safety in older adults
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether exercising in a pool can help older adults with chronic lower back pain improve their physical strength and balance, and reduce their fear of falling. The research involves supervised water-based therapy sessions over several weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You have had lower back pain for at least 3 months
- Your doctor has cleared you to participate in exercise, including water exercise
- You have not had surgery on your lower back or legs within the past 6 months
- You do not have open wounds or active skin infections that would prevent pool participation
- You are able to understand and follow instructions during exercise sessions
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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