New study tests Muscle-Feedback training to prevent falls in seniors
NCT ID NCT07333989
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether a technique called EMG biofeedback—which uses sound and visual cues to help people control muscle activity—can improve balance in people aged 65–75 with osteoporosis. Sixty participants will receive biofeedback combined with balance and strength training. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce fall risk and improve quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Electromyographic (EMG) biofeedback device and balance training
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to improve balance and reduce fall risk in older adults with osteoporosis.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no control group comparison, so results may not be conclusive. Benefits may not apply to all elderly patients.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 60 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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May 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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65 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * All patients included in this study met the following criteria: 1. Sixty patients of both sexes were diagnosed with osteoporosis confirmed by bone density test through Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan (A T-score equal to or less than - 2.5) (Sheu and Diamond, 2016). 2. Their age ranged between 65 - 75 years. 3. Their BMI ranged between 25 - 29.9 kg/m2. 4. They had good mentality and cognitive function. Exclusion Criteria: * The potential patients were excluded if they have one of the following criteria: 1. Patients with endocrine disorders likely to be related to metabolic bone disease, such as premature ovarian failure, hypogonadism, untreated hyperthyroidism, hyperparathyroidism, adrenal insufficiency or Cushing's syndrome. 2. Patients with active contagious skin conditions. 3. Patients with implant devices such as pacemaker or electrical prosthesis. 4. Any cardiopulmonary disorders. 5. Any neuromuscular disorders. 6. Any acute viral infection. 7. Patients with ascites or end stage liver or kidney failure. 8. Leg discrepancy.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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General Hospital Abouhms
RECRUITINGAbū Ḩummuş, 045, Egypt
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