Weak ankles linked to falls in seniors – new study reveals clues
NCT ID NCT03343769
First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study looked at 34 older adults who had fallen recently to see if ankle muscle strength is related to balance. Researchers measured ankle strength and balance using special tests. The goal is to find better ways to screen for fall risk and design exercises to strengthen weak ankle muscles.
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CHU Dijon Bourgogne
Dijon, 21000, France
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