| NCT ID | NCT07824141 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Emory University |
| Condition | Old Age; Debility |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-09-29 |
| Primary Completion | 2028-09 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 50 participants in total. It began in 2025-09-29 with a primary completion date of 2028-09.
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Brief Summary
Falls are a leading cause of injury and loss of independence in older adults, with evidence supporting exercise-based interventions and remote monitoring as effective strategies for reducing fall risk. However, adherence and engagement with such programs remain significant challenges. This study builds on prior research demonstrating the feasibility of digital health interventions in rehabilitation and extends it to a structured, remotely monitored Fall Prevention Pathway (FPP). Preliminary work in digital rehabilitation has shown positive engagement and clinical outcomes, supporting the need for further exploration of feasibility, adherence, and cost implications of remotely monitored fall prevention programs.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 65-85 years * Community-dwelling individuals classified as low to moderate fall risk based on standardized assessments, (i.e., the Stay Independent Screener) * Ability to ambulate independently or with a single-point cane * Willingness to participate in an 8-week intervention with remote monitoring * Access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet connectivity * Ability to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive impairment or a diagnosis of dementia that would affect adherence or ability to provide consent * Neurological or vestibular disorders (e.g., Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, history of stroke with residual balance impairment) * Severe comorbidities that significantly impact mobility and function (e.g., recent orthopedic surgery, unstable cardiac conditions) * Significant visual or hearing impairments that prevent engagement with digital health interventions * Non-ambulatory or requiring assistance of another person for mobility
Contact & Investigator
Madeleine E. Hackney, Ph.D.
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Emory University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07824141 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 65 Years or older, up to 85 Years, studying Old Age; Debility. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07824141 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07824141 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mehackn@emory.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07824141 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Atlanta, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07824141 clinical trial?
NCT07824141 is sponsored by Emory University. The principal investigator is Madeleine E. Hackney, Ph.D. at Emory University. The trial plans to enroll 50 participants.