Backward walking training to prevent falls in adults 75 and older
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether walking backwards on a treadmill can help reduce falls in older adults who are at high risk of falling. The goal is to improve balance and strength so you can stay steady on your feet.
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Who can take part
- You are 75 years old or older.
- You are considered at high risk of falling (for example, you've had at least two falls in the past year, or a fall that caused injury, or you sometimes feel dizzy or faint).
- You can walk on a treadmill and can follow simple instructions from a physiotherapist.
- You are able to give your consent, or a guardian can give it for you.
- You do not have a serious medical condition that prevents standing for long periods, and you are expected to live at least one more year.
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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