NCT07525453 Effects of Three Different Exercise Programs on Dynamic Balance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
| NCT ID | NCT07525453 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Fenerbahce University |
| Condition | Balance Disorders |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 45 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-03-16 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-05-11 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 45 participants in total. It began in 2026-03-16 with a primary completion date of 2026-05-11.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to compare the effects of core stabilization exercises, an amplitude-based exercise program derived from LSVT BIG principles, and their combination on dynamic balance in community-dwelling healthy older adults aged 65 years and above. Secondary outcomes include functional mobility, fear of falling, reaction time, and quality of life. Age-related declines in neuromuscular and sensory functions impair postural control and increase fall risk. While both core stabilization and amplitude-based exercises have shown beneficial effects, their comparative and combined effects in healthy older adults remain unclear. This study will determine whether the combined intervention provides additional benefits over single interventions.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 65 years and older * Ability to walk independently * Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score \> 24, indicating sufficient cognitive ability to understand and follow instructions * Willingness to participate in the study and provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of serious lower extremity injury, surgery, or acute musculoskeletal condition within the last 6 months * Severe visual or hearing impairment that would prevent safe and accurate completion of the assessments * Presence of acute vestibular disorders significantly affecting balance * Presence of neurological disease * Uncontrolled cardiac disease, uncontrolled hypertension, severe pulmonary disease, or any condition that makes exercise unsafe
Contact & Investigator
Burcu AKKURT, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Fenerbahçe University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07525453 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 65 Years or older, studying Balance Disorders. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07525453 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07525453 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at burcu.akkurt@fbu.edu.tr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07525453 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07525453 clinical trial?
NCT07525453 is sponsored by Fenerbahce University. The principal investigator is Burcu AKKURT, PhD at Fenerbahçe University. The trial plans to enroll 45 participants.