Can tai chi help seniors steady their steps?
NCT ID NCT07629622
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether Tai Chi or Frenkel coordination exercises can improve balance, coordination, and reduce fear of movement in healthy adults aged 65-74. Thirty participants did one of the two exercises twice a week for four weeks. The goal was to see short-term benefits for everyday stability and confidence.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Tai Chi Chuan and Frenkel Coordination Exercises
- What this could lead to
- If successful, these simple exercises could help older adults improve balance and reduce fear of movement, potentially lowering fall risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, short-term study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not produce lasting benefits.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Halic Universiy
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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