New study reveals hidden links between belly fat and falls in seniors
NCT ID NCT05938153
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study from Kırıkkale University looked at 41 adults aged 65 and older to understand how metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like belly fat, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar) relates to frailty, balance problems, and physical fitness. Participants filled out a 25-question survey about pain, daily activities, and mental health, and did simple physical tests like sitting and standing from a chair. The goal was to gather more information on how these age-related issues connect, since there aren't enough studies on this topic.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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41 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2023
- Finished
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Jan 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Individuals aged 65 and over, 10 individuals
- Ages
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65 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 65 and over, * Volunteering to participate in the research * No cooperation and communication problems Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with neurological and orthopedic problems * Uncontrolled hypertension * Those with cardiac disorders * Those with cooperation and communication problems
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kırıkkale University
Kirikkale, Kırıkkale, 71450, Turkey (Türkiye)
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