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Scientists ask: when does a balance test score really improve?

NCT ID NCT05853406

Diagnosis Sponsor: Pole Sante Grace de Dieu Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 18, 2026 · Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Summary

Researchers want to find out how much change on the Functional Reach Test is meaningful for older adults with balance problems. The test measures how far a person can reach forward while standing. Sixty people over 65 will complete the test along with other balance checks, and they will also rate how they feel. Physiotherapists who work with older adults will answer questions to help set a consensus threshold. The goal is to define a minimal clinically important difference, so doctors and therapists can better interpret test results.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Functional Reach Test, a balance assessment where a person reaches forward while standing
What this could lead to
If it works, doctors and physiotherapists could tell whether a change in a patient's reach score reflects a real improvement in balance, which may help guide treatment decisions for older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small measurement study, not a treatment trial, so it will not improve balance by itself. The results may not apply to older adults who are not receiving care for balance problems.

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Study facts

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2023

Finished

Jul 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The subjects recruited are patients aged over 65, having balance problems.

Ages

65 to 100 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * People over 65 years old * People in care with balance problems Exclusion Criteria: * People in an emergency situation * People unable to give their consent (including people under guardianship) * Patients already involved in another study.

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Aging

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • PSLA GDD

    Caen, 14000, France

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