Effect of Physical-Cognitive Training in Older Adults
The Effect of Physical-Cognitive Training on Balance and Falls in Older Adults
Medipol University
34 participants
Aug 18, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The study compares the impact of physical-cognitive exercises using Blazepod device versus conventional balance training on multiple outcomes in older adults aged 70 and above. Participants receive an 8-week intervention, three sessions per week for both groups. Outcome measures include balance assessments, fear of falling scales, activity of daily living performance, sleep quality questionnaires, reaction time tests, and cognitive assessments. The study aims to determine whether physical-cognitive training provides additional benefits compared to conventional balance exercises.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Score of 24 or higher on the Standardized Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
- Ability to walk independently without assistance
- Willingness to provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria4
- Participation in another clinical study during the study period
- Presence of neurological or psychiatric diagnoses
- Conditions that impair walking or mobility
- Uncontrolled hypertension or cardiovascular disease
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Interventions
Participants will receive an 8-week physical-cognitive training program using the Blazepod device, consisting of exercises targeting both balance and cognitive skills. Sessions will be conducted three times per week, each lasting one hour.
Participants will receive an 8-week conventional balance training program. Sessions will be conducted three times per week, each lasting one hour.
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NCT07199426