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Can doing two things at once cut falls in nursing homes?

NCT ID NCT07823166

Prevention Sponsor: Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 16, 2026 · Last updated Sep 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers compare two eight-week exercise programs for older adults living in nursing homes. One program pairs physical movements with a motor task, such as carrying a tray of water, while the other pairs the same movements with a mental task. The trial measures changes in fall risk, balance, and walking speed to see whether either dual-task approach works better than standard single-task exercise.

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Active substance
dual-task exercise programs that combine movement with a mental task
What this could lead to
If dual-task exercise helps, nursing homes could add it to activity programs to lower fall risk and improve walking and balance for residents.
What could go wrong
The trial is small and early, and dual-task exercise may not outperform simpler single-task exercise. Some older adults may find the combined tasks too difficult or tiring.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

69 people

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Started

Nov 2023

Finished

Nov 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 to 95 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * residing in nursing homes who were aged between 65 and 95 years * Individuals able to walk independently * Individuals who are literate * Individuals willing to participate in the study * Individuals cognitively capable of understanding and performing the required assessments and exercises. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with malignancy * Individuals with osteoporosis * Individuals with a history of fracture * Individuals with coagulation disorders * Individuals with an active infection * Individuals with orthostatic hypotension * Individuals with pacemaker implantation

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Geriatric Nursing home resident

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Altınçatı Nursing Home and Elderly Care Center

    Ankara, ÇANKAYA, 06550, Turkey (Türkiye)

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