Can everyday tasks prevent falls? small study tests new training
NCT ID NCT06479694
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a training program for older adults at risk of falling. The program, called Real-life Dual-Task Training, combines everyday activities with exercises that focus on both thinking and moving. Four participants completed the 10-week program during their regular occupational therapy sessions. The goal was to see if the program was practical and acceptable, and to get early signs of whether it might reduce fall risk.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Real-life dual-task training (a behavioral intervention combining daily activities with cognitive and motor focus)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a practical, low-cost way to help older adults reduce their risk of falling during everyday activities.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 4 participants. The results may not apply to a wider population, and the training may not be effective for everyone.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado, 80524, United States
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