Gentle chair workouts may help older adults steady their steps and ease aches
NCT ID NCT07618143
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether gentle, slow chair exercises can improve balance, reduce pain, and boost quality of life in people aged 65 and older. Seventy participants will do structured somatic-based movements twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in balance, pain, and thinking skills to see if this easy approach helps seniors move better and feel better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Somatic-based chair exercises (gentle, slow movements done while sitting)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, safe way for older adults to improve balance, reduce pain, and enhance daily life without needing special equipment.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants. The exercises may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to seniors with certain health conditions.
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