Pole power: nordic walking boosts Seniors' strength and balance

NCT ID NCT07158931

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study compared Nordic Walking (using poles) to traditional walking in 28 adults aged 65-80. Over 12 weeks, both groups walked three times a week under a physiotherapist's supervision. Researchers measured muscle strength, balance, fear of falling, and quality of life to see which type of walking offered more benefits for healthy aging.

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Locations

  • Öziri

    Ataşehir, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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