Pole power: nordic walking boosts senior strength and balance

NCT ID NCT07158931

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul Rumeli University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared Nordic Walking (using poles) to regular walking in 28 adults aged 65-80 over 12 weeks. Researchers measured muscle strength, balance, fear of falling, and quality of life. The goal was to see if Nordic Walking offers extra benefits for older adults.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Nordic walking (a type of walking with poles)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost exercise to help seniors stay stronger, steadier, and more independent.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, completed study with only 28 participants. Results may not apply to all seniors, and the benefits may be modest.

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Ataşehir, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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