New health program helps older earthquake survivors regain strength and balance
NCT ID NCT07273253
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a 12-week health program for 60 older adults (65+) living in temporary container housing after the February 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. The program included personalized exercise, nutrition advice, and health counseling. Researchers measured changes in balance, strength, physical activity, and mental health. The goal was to see if this program could improve overall health and prevent falls in this vulnerable group.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Multimodal health management program (exercise, nutrition counseling, lifestyle advice)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could help older adults recover better after disasters, reducing frailty and improving quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all older adults. The program requires supervision and may not be feasible in all disaster settings.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kahramanmaras Sutcu İmam University
Kahramanmaraş, Turkey (Türkiye)
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