Older people

This study looked at how to make a fall prevention program work better for older adults living at home. About 550 people aged 65 and older who had fallen or had balance concerns took part. The goal was to see if carefully tracking how the program was delivered could improve its u…

This study explores whether doing balance exercises in water can help older adults avoid falls. Fifteen people aged 65 and older who have fallen before will do water-based training twice a week for six weeks. Researchers will check if the program is practical and if it improves b…

This study tested whether playing hemsball, a ball game, could help older men improve their balance, reduce fear of movement, and lower frailty. Eighty-six men aged 65 and older played hemsball for 8 weeks. Results showed better balance, less fear of movement, and reduced frailty…

This study tested whether watching 360-degree nature videos in virtual reality could help older adults improve their attention, mood, and thinking skills. 120 people aged 65 and older were randomly assigned to either a real park, a virtual nature experience, or an urban setting f…

This study examines whether the Groningen Meander Walking Test, a walking test that involves stepping along a curved path, is a reliable and valid way to measure balance and fall risk in older adults. Researchers will recruit 70 people aged 65 and older who have self-reported bal…