Can extra salt stop seniors from falling? new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT06188663

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Galway Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether taking extra salt (5 grams per day in capsules) can improve symptoms and quality of life in older adults (65+) who experience dizziness and falls due to orthostatic hypotension. The trial involves 42 participants and lasts 12 months, focusing on whether such a study is feasible and whether salt helps reduce symptoms and blood pressure drops upon standing. It also checks for potential heart risks from increased salt intake.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: salt (sodium chloride) capsules
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost dietary supplement to ease dizziness and reduce fall risk in older adults with orthostatic hypotension.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase feasibility trial with only 42 participants, so results may not be conclusive. High salt intake might also raise cardiovascular risks, which the study will monitor.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hypotension, Orthostatic orthostatic hypotension

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ORTHOSTATIC HYPOTENSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Clinical Research Facility Galway/Galway University Hospital

Galway, Ireland

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