Can a simple step test spot balance issues in arthritis patients?
NCT ID NCT07264101
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study checks whether the Four Square Step Test (FSST) is a good way to measure balance in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers will test 50 adults aged 18-65 with RA, comparing FSST results to other measures like disease activity, pain, and muscle strength. The goal is to see if this quick, low-cost test can reliably identify balance problems in this group.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could give doctors a simple, quick test to assess balance problems in people with rheumatoid arthritis.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures a test's accuracy, so it won't directly improve health or offer a new therapy.
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Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center
RECRUITINGMalatya, Turkey (Türkiye)
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