New exercise program aims to keep seniors on their feet
NCT ID NCT07341802
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a 12-week group exercise program called Safe & Joyful Walk for adults aged 60 and older living in Nanchang, China. The goal is to see if it's practical and helps improve balance and reduce falls compared to Tai Chi. Thirty-six participants will attend classes, practice at home, and be followed for 36 weeks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- exercise programme
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a practical, low-cost way to reduce falls and improve balance in older adults living in urban communities.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to all older adults. The program requires regular attendance and home practice, which some may find hard to maintain.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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QingShanHu University for the Elderly
Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330098, China
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