Your feet may reveal how well you walk and think as you age

NCT ID NCT07582367

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how the shape of your foot arch relates to the way you walk and your thinking skills in older adults. Researchers will measure foot structure, walking speed and steps, and reaction time in 50 people aged 65 and older. The goal is to better understand these connections, which could help improve mobility and safety in later life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could reveal how foot structure relates to walking and thinking in older adults, pointing toward future fall-prevention or mobility strategies.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early observational study (50 participants) that only looks for relationships—it won't test any treatment. Results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gait apraxia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Balikesir University

    RECRUITING

    Balıkesir, Bigadiç, Turkey (Türkiye)

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