Video call workouts may help seniors stay steady and sleep better
NCT ID NCT07472101
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether older adults (ages 65-74) can improve their balance, reduce fear of falling, and sleep better by doing combined physical and mental exercises at home via video calls with a physiotherapist. Participants will perform 4 weeks of dual-task exercises—like walking while counting or naming objects—three times a week. The goal is to see if this remote approach is a practical way to help seniors stay mobile and safe.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dual-task exercises (motor and cognitive tasks) delivered via telerehabilitation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a convenient, at-home way for older adults to improve balance, reduce falls, and enhance cognitive function and sleep quality.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all older adults. The exercises require consistent participation and access to video call technology.
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Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University
RECRUITINGZonguldak, Kozlu, 67600, Turkey (Türkiye)
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