Comparison of Square Stepping Exercise and Wobble Board Exercise in Elderly Population
Comparison of Square Stepping Exercise and Wobble Board Exercise on Cognition, Balance and Fall Risk in Elderly Population
Riphah International University
38 participants
Nov 17, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Cognitive decline and balance issues are key contributors to falls. Square Stepping Exercise (SSE) and Wobble Board Exercise (WBE) both are the promising forms of balance training. Therefore, the aim of this study is to compare these two exercises to determine their effects on cognition, balance, and fall risk in elderly population.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria5
- Elderly individuals age 60 years and above of both genders according to the guidelines of World Health Organization (WHO).
- Participants whose Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score will be \>24/30 ensuring sufficient cognitive ability to follow instructions and participate in exercise.
- Participants whose Berg Balance Scale scores of more than 41/56 ensuring that the participants have moderate level of balance ability.
- Vital signs within normal range for elderly population.
- Ability to walk independently with or without an assistive device (e.g., canes).
Exclusion Criteria3
- Participants who have severe musculoskeletal or neurological disorders affecting gait or balance (e.g., Parkinson's disease, and stroke) because of the complex impacts of these conditions on general cognitive and physical functions.
- Participants who undergoes recent fractures or injuries affecting participation in physical activity.
- Participants who have uncontrolled cardiovascular or metabolic conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, and diabetes mellitus) that could significantly interfere with exercise.
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Interventions
5 days per week for 6 weeks. 30 minutes per session with appropriate rest interval in between.
5 days per week for 6 weeks. 30 minutes per session with appropriate rest interval in between.
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NCT07150364