FALL RISK

This trial tests whether adding dual-task training—exercises that combine physical movement with mental challenges like counting or naming categories—to standard physiotherapy can improve balance and reduce fall risk in people with a single leg amputation who use a prosthesis. Fo…

This trial tests a personalized, multi-part program to prevent falls that happen while going to the toilet, a common and dangerous event for older adults and people with disabilities. Participants receive a thorough assessment of risk factors—like balance, muscle strength, urinar…

This study looks at a personalized plan to help older adults prevent falls. It includes 50 people aged 65 or older who have sarcopenia (muscle loss) and knee or hip arthritis. Researchers will test balance, strength, and range of motion to create a tailored fall prevention strate…

This study looks at whether a tai chi program can improve walking and balance in adults with cervical myelopathy, a spinal cord condition. Twenty participants will either take tai chi classes or receive usual care. Their mobility and fall risk will be tracked for a year using sim…

This study will check if routinely measuring walking speed in older veterans (age 60+) can act like a vital sign to spot health problems early. Over 10,000 veterans will take part across VA clinics. Some clinics will use the walking speed results to guide care, while others will …