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VR video games vs. physical therapy: which boosts balance in seniors?

NCT ID NCT07655882

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Faisalabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compares virtual reality exercises to standard physical therapy for improving walking and balance in adults aged 60 and older. Thirty-six participants will either use a VR headset to play movement games or do traditional exercises like tandem walking. Researchers will measure changes in walking speed and balance after 4-6 weeks to see which approach works better.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual Reality Headset
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a more engaging way to improve walking and balance in older adults, potentially reducing fall risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and VR may not be better than standard therapy.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

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

About 36 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Feb 2026

Expected to finish

Jul 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Community dwelling adults aged \>= 60 years. * Able to follow instructions. * Able to walk with or without an assistive device. * Vital signs stable. * No severe cognitive impairment. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe visual or vestibular disorders. * Uncontrolled cardiovascular disease. * Severe musculoskeletal impairments. * Recent major surgery or spinal surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Mobility Limitation nervous system injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Accidental falls Gait disorders Neurologic injury

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The University of Faisalabad

    Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 3800, Pakistan

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