Splash away back pain: aquatherapy trial targets Seniors' balance and strength
NCT ID NCT07531017
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether supervised water-based exercise (aquatherapy) can improve physical performance, balance, and fear of falling in adults aged 65 and older with chronic low back pain. Forty-five participants will be randomly assigned to either aquatherapy or standard land-based physiotherapy for six weeks. The goal is to see if exercising in water offers extra benefits for this group.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Aquatherapy (supervised aquatic exercise program)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a safe, effective exercise option for older adults to reduce back pain and prevent falls.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 45 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the benefits of aquatherapy over land-based exercise remain uncertain.
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