Geriatrics Balance Disturbance With High Risk Falling, Osteoporosis, Vestibular Age Related Changes, Female Post-menopausal Based on HistoryNCT06835413
Monitoring Combined Effect of Balance and Strengthening Exercises on Static and Dynamic Balance in Elderly Populations
A study testing 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r in people with Geriatrics Balance Disturbance With High Risk Falling, Osteoporosis, Vestibular Age Related Changes, Female Post-menopausal Based on History, run by South Valley University at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
The purpose of training is to evoke improvements in reactive balance, then the training program may be associated with all postural control systems, including the musculoskeletal system, the cognitive system, as well as the somatosensory feedback system, while challenging the body in different environmental situations… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 50 to 70 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Geriatrics Balance Disturbance With High Risk Falling, Osteoporosis, Vestibular Age Related Changes, Female Post-menopausal Based on History
- What is being tested?
- 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r
- Type of treatment
- Surgery or procedure
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 60 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- 15 May 2025to 15 Jan 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 50 to 70 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- geriatrics balance disturbance with high risk falling
- osteoporosis
- vestibular age related changes
- female post-menopausal based on history
Who cannot join
- Hiatus hernia
- Substantial gastro-esophageal reflux
- Acute cardiac events
- Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus
- Hypertension within the last six weeks
- Congestive heart failure,
- Acute exacerbation, exacerbation six months before
- Active hemoptysis, or malignant disease
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
ibrahim ismail ibrahim Abuzaid, Doctorate contact
ibrahim ismail ibrahim Abuzaid, Doctorate contact
Egypt1 site
South Valley university
Qina
South valley university South valley university, South valley university, +201006512150, ibrahim_ismail_2011@svu.edu.eg
About this study
The purpose of training is to evoke improvements in reactive balance, then the training program may be associated with all postural control systems, including the musculoskeletal system, the cognitive system, as well as the somatosensory feedback system, while challenging the body in different environmental situations and unexpected perturbations
Read the detailed description
A study will be conducted at South Valley University Hospital. Subjects have been assigned a consent form before enrolling in the study. This study followed the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials guidelines.
Design Parallel double blinded randomized control trial. Subjects Study will be included 60 subjects with geriatrics balance disturbance with high risk falling, osteoporosis, vestibular age related changes, female post-menopausal based on history, physical examination. Male and female subjects meeting the following criteria were included: age ranged from 50 to 70 years, BMI was 18-25 kg/m2, will be divided into two groups, If a patient had a history of hiatus hernia, substantial gastro-esophageal reflux, acute cardiac events, un controlled diabetes mellitus, hypertension within the last six weeks, congestive heart failure, acute exacerbation, exacerbation six months before, active hemoptysis, or malignant disease, they were excluded from the study.
Procedures Assessment
Assessment Tools to effectively monitor the combined effects of these exercises, various assessment tools can be employed:
Balance Tests: Standardized tests functional reach and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test can provide quantitative measures of balance improvements.
- Timed Up and Go (TUG) Method: The patient starts in a seated position. The patient stands up upon therapist's command: walks 3 meters, turns around, walks back to the chair and sits down. The time stops when the patient is seated. The subject is allowed to use an assistive device. Normal time ( < 10 sec)
- Functional Reach Test (FRT): Functional Reach Test is a measure of how high someone can reach while standing. Procedure: If measuring against a wall, the subject stands side on and reaches up with the hand closest to the wall. Keeping the feet flat on the ground, the point of the fingertips is marked then the distance measured. Normal distance 25 centimetres or more (4).
The study Group: training program will be implemented for 60 min per session, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Balance Exercises \& Strength and Balance Exercises.
- Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing
- Feet together and level.
- Semi-tandem stance.
- Tandem stance.
- Stand on one leg.
- Maintain position for longer
- Close eyes.
- Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat.
- Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing
- Reaching further.
- Reaching in different directions.
- Reaching down to a stool or the floor.
- Reaching for heavier objects.
- Reaching for a full cup of water.
- Standing on a softer surface eg foam rubber mat.
- Stepping while reaching. C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking Practice
- Narrow foot position.
- Longer steps.
- Faster steps.
- Step over objects.
- Choice component e.g. step forward with left foot.
- Incorporate pivoting on the non-stepping foot.
- Use different colors, numbers of letters or a clock face or coins as targets for variety. • Decrease base of support i.e. progress to tandem walk.
- Increased step size.
- Increase speed.
- Change direction.
- Walk on different surfaces.
- Walk sideways, backwards.
- Obstacles to step over and walk around.
- Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel raise C- Forward step-up D- Lateral step-up E- Half- squats sliding down a wall A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel raise
- Lowering the height.
- Don't use hands to push off, cross arms across chest.
- Changing the nature of the surface (e.g. softer chair). • Decrease hand support.
- Hold the raise for longer.
- One leg at a time.
- Adding weight (either vest or belt)
- Use a wedge to increase the range of motion. C- Forward- Lateral step-up D- Half- squats sliding down a wall
- Increasing step height.
- Adding weight (either vest or belt).
- Decrease hand support.
- Step up and over block. • Decrease hand support.
- Hold the squat for longer.
- Move a short distance away from the wall.
- Adding weight (either vest or belt).
- The person can just do 2 sets of 10- 15 repetitions (10-15) repetition maximum (RM).
- Frequency 3-4 times per week.
- Intensity of exercise should be limited so that blood pressures not exceed 170 mmHg.
- Duration of the exercise divided into warm up of 5-10 min, stimulus phase of 30-45 min and cool down of 5 -10 min.
The control group: The active control group will be received only physical therapy training, which will be provided 3 times per week for 60-min per session. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening).
- Being tested
- 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r
- Keywords
- 1-Static balance, 2- dynamic balance, 3- Geriatrics populations, 4- Balance exercises, 5-Strengthening exercises
- Medical subject headings
- Osteoporosis
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel rProcedure or surgery
1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing
- Feet together and level.
- Semi-tandem stance.
- Tandem stance.
- Stand on one leg.
- Maintain position for longer
- Close eyes.
- Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat.
- Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing
- Reaching further.
- Reaching in different directions.
- Reaching down to a stool or the floor.
- Reaching for heavier objects.
- Reaching for a full cup of water.
- Standing on a softer surface eg foam rubber mat.
- Stepping while reaching. C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking Practice
- Narrow foot position.
- Longer steps.
- Faster steps.
- Step over objects.
- Choice component e.g. step forward with left foot.
- Incorporate pivoting on the non-stepping foot.
- Use different color
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| The study Group | Experimental | training program will be implemented for 60 min per session, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Balance Exercises \& Strength and Balance Exercises.
1. Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice
2. Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel raise C- Forward step-up D- Lateral step-up E- Half- squats sliding down a wall Receives: Procedure: 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r |
| The control group | Active comparator | The active control group will be received only physical therapy training, which will be provided 3 times per week for 60-min per session. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Receives: Procedure: 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Timed Up and Go (TUG) (sec.)
Assessment Tools to effectively monitor the combined effects of these exercises, various assessment tools can be employed:
- Timed Up and Go (TUG) Method: The patient starts in a seated position. The patient stands up upon therapist's command: walks 3 meters, turns around, walks back to the chair and sits down. The time stops when the patient is seated. The subject is allowed to use an assistive device. Normal time ( < 10 sec)
Measured: 8 weeks
Functional Reach Test (FRT) (centimeters)
Assessment Tools to effectively monitor the combined effects of these exercises, various assessment tools can be employed:
- Functional Reach Test (FRT): Functional Reach Test is a measure of how high someone can reach while standing. Procedure: If measuring against a wall, the subject stands side on and reaches up with the hand closest to the wall. Keeping the feet flat on the ground, the point of the fingertips is marked then the distance measured. Normal distance 25 centimeters or more
Measured: 8 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted19 Feb 2025
- Study start15 May 2025 (estimated)
- Primary completion15 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion15 Jan 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (4)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Geriatrics Balance Disturbance With High Risk Falling, Osteoporosis, Vestibular Age Related Changes, Female Post-menopausal Based on HistoryStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- The study Group: training program will be implemented for 60 min per session, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Balance Exercises \& Strength and Balance Exercises. 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing * Feet together and level. * Semi-tandem stance. * Tandem stance. * Stand on one leg. * Maintain position for longer * Close eyes. * Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat. * Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing * Reaching further. * Reaching in different directions. * Reaching down to a stool or the floor. * Reaching for heavier objects. * Reaching for a full cup of water. * Standing on a softer surface eg foam
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- South Valley University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Ibrahim Abuzaid, South Valley University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06835413
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- South Valley University PT
- Status last verified
- Feb 2025
- First submitted
- 8 Feb 2025
- Last updated
- 19 Feb 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided: Undecided
Publications
Bulat T, Hart-Hughes S, Ahmed S, Quigley P, Palacios P, Werner DC, Foulis P. Effect of a group-based exercise program on balance in elderly. Clin Interv Aging. 2007;2(4):655-60. doi: 10.2147/cia.s204.
PubMed 18225467Hafstrom A, Malmstrom EM, Terden J, Fransson PA, Magnusson M. Improved Balance Confidence and Stability for Elderly After 6 Weeks of a Multimodal Self-Administered Balance-Enhancing Exercise Program: A Randomized Single Arm Crossover Study. Gerontol Geriatr Med. 2016 Apr 26;2:2333721416644149. doi: 10.1177/2333721416644149. eCollection 2016 Jan-Dec.
PubMed 28138495Zouita S, Zouhal H, Ferchichi H, Paillard T, Dziri C, Hackney AC, Laher I, Granacher U, Ben Moussa Zouita A. Effects of Combined Balance and Strength Training on Measures of Balance and Muscle Strength in Older Women With a History of Falls. Front Physiol. 2020 Dec 23;11:619016. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2020.619016. eCollection 2020.
PubMed 33424642Dunsky A. The Effect of Balance and Coordination Exercises on Quality of Life in Older Adults: A Mini-Review. Front Aging Neurosci. 2019 Nov 15;11:318. doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2019.00318. eCollection 2019.
PubMed 31803048
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 19 Feb 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Monitoring Combined Effect of Balance and Strengthening Exercises on Static and Dynamic Balance in Elderly Populations
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06835413
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- South Valley University PT
- Keywords
- 1-Static balance, 2- dynamic balance, 3- Geriatrics populations, 4- Balance exercises, 5-Strengthening exercises
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- South Valley UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 May 2025 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 15 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 15 Jan 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 19 Feb 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The purpose of training is to evoke improvements in reactive balance, then the training program may be associated with all postural control systems, including the musculoskeletal system, the cognitive system, as well as the somatosensory feedback system, while challenging the body in different environmental situations and unexpected perturbations
Detailed description
A study will be conducted at South Valley University Hospital. Subjects have been assigned a consent form before enrolling in the study. This study followed the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials guidelines.
Design Parallel double blinded randomized control trial. Subjects Study will be included 60 subjects with geriatrics balance disturbance with high risk falling, osteoporosis, vestibular age related changes, female post-menopausal based on history, physical examination. Male and female subjects meeting the following criteria were included: age ranged from 50 to 70 years, BMI was 18-25 kg/m2, will be divided into two groups, If a patient had a history of hiatus hernia, substantial gastro-esophageal reflux, acute cardiac events, un controlled diabetes mellitus, hypertension within the last six weeks, congestive heart failure, acute exacerbation, exacerbation six months before, active hemoptysis, or malignant disease, they were excluded from the study.
Procedures Assessment
Assessment Tools to effectively monitor the combined effects of these exercises, various assessment tools can be employed:
Balance Tests: Standardized tests functional reach and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test can provide quantitative measures of balance improvements.
- Timed Up and Go (TUG) Method: The patient starts in a seated position. The patient stands up upon therapist's command: walks 3 meters, turns around, walks back to the chair and sits down. The time stops when the patient is seated. The subject is allowed to use an assistive device. Normal time ( < 10 sec)
- Functional Reach Test (FRT): Functional Reach Test is a measure of how high someone can reach while standing. Procedure: If measuring against a wall, the subject stands side on and reaches up with the hand closest to the wall. Keeping the feet flat on the ground, the point of the fingertips is marked then the distance measured. Normal distance 25 centimetres or more (4).
The study Group: training program will be implemented for 60 min per session, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Balance Exercises \& Strength and Balance Exercises.
- Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing
- Feet together and level.
- Semi-tandem stance.
- Tandem stance.
- Stand on one leg.
- Maintain position for longer
- Close eyes.
- Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat.
- Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing
- Reaching further.
- Reaching in different directions.
- Reaching down to a stool or the floor.
- Reaching for heavier objects.
- Reaching for a full cup of water.
- Standing on a softer surface eg foam rubber mat.
- Stepping while reaching. C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking Practice
- Narrow foot position.
- Longer steps.
- Faster steps.
- Step over objects.
- Choice component e.g. step forward with left foot.
- Incorporate pivoting on the non-stepping foot.
- Use different colors, numbers of letters or a clock face or coins as targets for variety. • Decrease base of support i.e. progress to tandem walk.
- Increased step size.
- Increase speed.
- Change direction.
- Walk on different surfaces.
- Walk sideways, backwards.
- Obstacles to step over and walk around.
- Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel raise C- Forward step-up D- Lateral step-up E- Half- squats sliding down a wall A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel raise
- Lowering the height.
- Don't use hands to push off, cross arms across chest.
- Changing the nature of the surface (e.g. softer chair). • Decrease hand support.
- Hold the raise for longer.
- One leg at a time.
- Adding weight (either vest or belt)
- Use a wedge to increase the range of motion. C- Forward- Lateral step-up D- Half- squats sliding down a wall
- Increasing step height.
- Adding weight (either vest or belt).
- Decrease hand support.
- Step up and over block. • Decrease hand support.
- Hold the squat for longer.
- Move a short distance away from the wall.
- Adding weight (either vest or belt).
- The person can just do 2 sets of 10- 15 repetitions (10-15) repetition maximum (RM).
- Frequency 3-4 times per week.
- Intensity of exercise should be limited so that blood pressures not exceed 170 mmHg.
- Duration of the exercise divided into warm up of 5-10 min, stimulus phase of 30-45 min and cool down of 5 -10 min.
The control group: The active control group will be received only physical therapy training, which will be provided 3 times per week for 60-min per session. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening).
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- The study Group: training program will be implemented for 60 min per session, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Balance Exercises \& Strength and Balance Exercises. 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing * Feet together and level. * Semi-tandem stance. * Tandem stance. * Stand on one leg. * Maintain position for longer * Close eyes. * Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat. * Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing * Reaching further. * Reaching in different directions. * Reaching down to a stool or the floor. * Reaching for heavier objects. * Reaching for a full cup of water. * Standing on a softer surface eg foam
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| The study Group | Experimental | Procedure: 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel rtraining program will be implemented for 60 min per session, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). Balance Exercises \& Strength and Balance Exercises. 1. Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2. Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel raise C- Forward step-up D- Lateral step-up E- Half- squats sliding down a wall |
| The control group | Active comparator | Procedure: 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel rThe active control group will be received only physical therapy training, which will be provided 3 times per week for 60-min per session. This intervention included aerobic training on treadmill or bicycle ergometer and mat activities (stretching and muscle strengthening). |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 50 to 70 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- geriatrics balance disturbance with high risk falling
- osteoporosis
- vestibular age related changes
- female post-menopausal based on history
Key exclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Hiatus hernia
- Substantial gastro-esophageal reflux
- Acute cardiac events
- Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus
- Hypertension within the last six weeks
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing * Feet together and level. * Semi-tandem stance. * Tandem stance. * Stand on one leg. * Maintain position for longer * Close eyes. * Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat. * Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing * Reaching further. * Reaching in different directions. * Reaching down to a stool or the floor. * Reaching for heavier objects. * Reaching for a full cup of water. * Standing on a softer surface eg foam rubber mat. * Stepping while reaching. C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking Practice * Narrow foot position. * Longer steps. * Faster steps. * Step over objects. * Choice component e.g. step forward with left foot. * Incorporate pivoting on the non-stepping foot. * Use different color | Procedure or surgery | The control group, The study Group |
Primary outcome
Timed Up and Go (TUG) (sec.)
Time frame: 8 weeks
Assessment Tools to effectively monitor the combined effects of these exercises, various assessment tools can be employed: • Timed Up and Go (TUG) Method: The patient starts in a seated position. The patient stands up upon therapist's command: walks 3 meters, turns around, walks back to the chair and sits down. The time stops when the patient is seated. The subject is allowed to use an assistive device. Normal time ( < 10 sec)
Functional Reach Test (FRT) (centimeters)
Time frame: 8 weeks
Assessment Tools to effectively monitor the combined effects of these exercises, various assessment tools can be employed: • Functional Reach Test (FRT): Functional Reach Test is a measure of how high someone can reach while standing. Procedure: If measuring against a wall, the subject stands side on and reaches up with the hand closest to the wall. Keeping the feet flat on the ground, the point of the fingertips is marked then the distance measured. Normal distance 25 centimeters or more
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 19 Feb 2025.
- Results publication: PubMed 18225467Bulat T, Hart-Hughes S, Ahmed S, Quigley P, Palacios P, Werner DC, Foulis P. Effect of a group-based exercise program on balance in elderly. Clin Interv Aging. 2007;2(4):655-60. doi: 10.2147/cia.s204.
- Results publication: PubMed 28138495Hafstrom A, Malmstrom EM, Terden J, Fransson PA, Magnusson M. Improved Balance Confidence and Stability for Elderly After 6 Weeks of a Multimodal Self-Administered Balance-Enhancing Exercise Program: A Randomized Single Arm Crossover Study. Gerontol Geriatr Med. 2016 Apr 26;2:2333721416644149. doi: 10.1177/2333721416644149. eCollection 2016 Jan-Dec.
- Results publication: PubMed 33424642Zouita S, Zouhal H, Ferchichi H, Paillard T, Dziri C, Hackney AC, Laher I, Granacher U, Ben Moussa Zouita A. Effects of Combined Balance and Strength Training on Measures of Balance and Muscle Strength in Older Women With a History of Falls. Front Physiol. 2020 Dec 23;11:619016. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2020.619016. eCollection 2020.
- Results publication: PubMed 31803048Dunsky A. The Effect of Balance and Coordination Exercises on Quality of Life in Older Adults: A Mini-Review. Front Aging Neurosci. 2019 Nov 15;11:318. doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2019.00318. eCollection 2019.
- Related InfoLink provided by the sponsor.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided. Undecided
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
ibrahim ismail ibrahim Abuzaid, Doctorate contact
ibrahim ismail ibrahim Abuzaid, Doctorate contact
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing 1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r in people with Geriatrics Balance Disturbance With High Risk Falling, Osteoporosis, Vestibular Age Related Changes, Female Post-menopausal Based on History, run by South Valley University at 1 site in Egypt.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 8 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 19 Feb 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact ibrahim ismail ibrahim Abuzaid, Doctorate (+2010006512150 ext. +962797756592, ibrahim_ismail_2011@svu.edu.eg), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Timed Up and Go (TUG) (sec.) (time frame: 8 weeks). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06835413, which also lists 4 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 19 Feb 2025.