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Step up or wobble? study tests which exercise best prevents falls in seniors

NCT ID NCT07150364

Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares two types of exercise—square stepping and wobble board—to see which one better improves thinking, balance, and fall risk in people aged 60 and older. Thirty-eight participants will do one of the exercises for 30 minutes a day, five days a week, for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in balance, fear of falling, and mental function.

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Active substance
exercise (square stepping exercise and wobble board exercise)
What this could lead to
If one exercise proves better, it could offer a simple, low-cost way for older adults to improve balance and reduce falls.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 38 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not significantly improve cognition or balance.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 38 people

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Started

Nov 2024

Expected to finish

Jan 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Elderly individuals age 60 years and above of both genders according to the guidelines of World Health Organization (WHO). * Participants whose Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score will be \>24/30 ensuring sufficient cognitive ability to follow instructions and participate in exercise. * Participants whose Berg Balance Scale scores of more than 41/56 ensuring that the participants have moderate level of balance ability. * Vital signs within normal range for elderly population. * Ability to walk independently with or without an assistive device (e.g., canes). Exclusion Criteria: * Participants who have severe musculoskeletal or neurological disorders affecting gait or balance (e.g., Parkinson's disease, and stroke) because of the complex impacts of these conditions on general cognitive and physical functions. * Participants who undergoes recent fractures or injuries affecting participation in physical activity. * Participants who have uncontrolled cardiovascular or metabolic conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, and diabetes mellitus) that could significantly interfere with exercise.

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Locations

  • Khursheed Old Home

    RECRUITING

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54800, Pakistan

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