Effects of Three Different Exercise Programs on Dynamic Balance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Effects of Three Different Exercise Programs on Dynamic Balance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Fenerbahce University
45 participants
Mar 16, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This study aims to compare the effects of core stabilization exercises, an amplitude-based exercise program derived from LSVT BIG principles, and their combination on dynamic balance in community-dwelling healthy older adults aged 65 years and above. Secondary outcomes include functional mobility, fear of falling, reaction time, and quality of life. Age-related declines in neuromuscular and sensory functions impair postural control and increase fall risk. While both core stabilization and amplitude-based exercises have shown beneficial effects, their comparative and combined effects in healthy older adults remain unclear. This study will determine whether the combined intervention provides additional benefits over single interventions.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Age 65 years and older
- Ability to walk independently
- Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score > 24, indicating sufficient cognitive ability to understand and follow instructions
- Willingness to participate in the study and provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria5
- History of serious lower extremity injury, surgery, or acute musculoskeletal condition within the last 6 months
- Severe visual or hearing impairment that would prevent safe and accurate completion of the assessments
- Presence of acute vestibular disorders significantly affecting balance
- Presence of neurological disease
- Uncontrolled cardiac disease, uncontrolled hypertension, severe pulmonary disease, or any condition that makes exercise unsafe
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Interventions
A structured exercise program focusing on trunk muscle activation, spinal stability, and postural control.
An exercise program derived from LSVT BIG principles, emphasizing increased movement amplitude and functional mobility.
A combined program including core stabilization exercises and amplitude-based exercises based on LSVT BIG principles.
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NCT07525453