Training older adults to catch themselves before a fall

NCT ID NCT03199729

Ongoing Prevention Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether training older adults to recover from both slips and trips can reduce falls better than training for one type alone. Participants aged 60 to 90 who can walk independently will receive slip-only, trip-only, or combined training on a walkway. The goal is to see if the combined approach improves stability and prevents real-life falls over a year.

What this could mean

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Active substance: perturbation training (slip and trip exercises)
What this could lead to: If successful, this training could become a standard method to reduce fall risk and related injuries in older adults.
What could go wrong: The training is tested in a lab, so real-world benefits may differ. Results depend on older adults' ability to participate and retain skills.

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University of Illinois at Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

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