GERIATRIC

This study tests whether keeping elderly patients on their side for 15 minutes after spinal anesthesia, instead of lying on their back, can prevent blood pressure drops. Researchers will enroll 70 high-risk patients aged 65 and older having leg surgery. The approach aims to keep …

This study compares two exercise programs—conventional exercise and Pilates—in 40 adults aged 60 and older who are prefrail or frail. Participants will do their assigned exercises twice a week for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in frailty, balance, strength, and mood t…

This study tests a physical therapy program designed for older adults with knee osteoarthritis. The program focuses on mobility, balance, and fall prevention, and also considers each person's mental abilities. Forty participants aged 60 and older will take part in 16 sessions ove…

This study aims to develop and validate a questionnaire called the ProChange scale, designed to measure the barriers and facilitators to lifestyle changes in people at risk for chronic diseases. The scale will be tested in adults aged 45 and older who receive prevention advice on…

This study checks if a Turkish version of the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale (PACES-8) works well for adults aged 65 and older who have mild cognitive impairment. Researchers will ask 100 participants to take a 15-minute walk and then fill out the scale. They will also retest …

This study will test whether a questionnaire about exercise-related health beliefs, originally designed for adults, works well for people aged 65 and older. Researchers will interview 200 seniors face-to-face to check the scale's accuracy and reliability. The goal is to create a …

This study looks at how hand grip strength changes when the shoulder is in different positions in people aged 65 and older. Researchers will measure grip strength in four shoulder positions using a hand dynamometer. The goal is to understand if position matters for accurate stren…

This study asks a panel of 20 physiotherapists and game technology experts to evaluate whether Microsoft Xbox One motion games are safe and effective for use in geriatric rehabilitation. The researchers developed a special assessment form that combines usability, enjoyment, and s…

This study looks at how walking speed relates to physical abilities like balance, muscle strength, and mobility in people aged 65 and older. Researchers will compare two groups: those who walk slower (0.4–0.8 m/s) and those who walk faster (above 0.8 m/s). The goal is to better u…

This study aims to translate the Exergame Enjoyment Questionnaire (EEQ) into Turkish and check if it works well for older adults. Researchers will ask 46 people aged 65 and older who have tried exergames to fill out the survey. The goal is to give doctors and scientists a reliabl…

This study looks at whether a special hospital program for older adults (65+) who need surgery can improve their outcomes. Researchers will compare patients treated before and after the program started, tracking deaths and complications within 28 days. About 150 participants will…