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Otago exercise program tested to keep seniors steady on their feet

NCT ID NCT07258550

Prevention Sponsor: University Malaysia Sarawak Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested the Otago Exercise Programme, a set of leg-strengthening and balance exercises, in 120 older adults aged 60-100 in Sarawak, Malaysia. Participants did the exercises three times a week for 12 weeks. Researchers measured their balance, physical fitness, and quality of life to see if the program could reduce fall risk and improve daily functioning.

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Active substance
Otago Exercise Programme (a structured exercise protocol focusing on lower-limb strength and balance)
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple exercise program could help older adults stay steady on their feet and reduce falls, supporting healthy aging in communities.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial with 120 participants, so results are limited to this group. The program may not work as well for everyone, and benefits depend on regular participation.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

120 people

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Started

Apr 2024

Finished

Jul 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 to 100 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Community-dwelling older adults aged 60 to 100 years residing in Bau District, Sarawak. * Able to ambulate independently, with or without an assistive device. * Physically and cognitively able to participate in exercise sessions. * Willing to provide written informed consent and commit to the 12-week programme and all scheduled assessments. * Medically cleared for moderate-intensity exercise by a healthcare provider. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe visual, auditory, neurological, or musculoskeletal impairment that limits safe participation in exercise. * Unstable medical conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, recent cardiac event, severe respiratory illness). * Cognitive impairment or diagnosed dementia preventing informed participation. * Currently participating in any other structured exercise or physiotherapy programme. * Any contraindication to moderate-intensity physical activity as determined by screening or medical history.

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Accidental falls Balance assessment Physical fitness

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dewan Tasik Biru

    Bau, Sarawak, 94000, Malaysia

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