Walking and thinking test to predict falls in older adults
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This study tests whether doing two tasks at once, like walking while talking, can help predict fall risk in older adults living in nursing homes. If you join, you'll do some simple walking and thinking exercises to see how your balance and attention work together.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You have lived in a nursing home or care facility for at least 1 month.
- You can walk at least 10 meters (about 33 feet), with a cane or walker if needed.
- You can follow simple instructions and have no major memory or thinking problems.
- You have not had a stroke, major surgery, or a broken bone recently.
- You do not have severe pain, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or other conditions that make walking difficult.
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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