Locomotive SyndromeNCT07104747
The Effects of Static Versus Dynamic Exercises on Balance and Activity Balance Confidence In The Elderly Population With Locomotive Syndrome
A study testing Static Exercise Intervention and (Dynamic Exercises Group in people with Locomotive Syndrome, run by University of Faisalabad at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This research aimed to explore the comparative effects of static and dynamic balance training on postural stability and activity-specific balance confidence among elderly individuals diagnosed with locomotive syndrome. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 60 to 75 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Locomotive Syndrome
- What is being tested?
- Static Exercise Intervention and (Dynamic Exercises Group
- Type of treatment
- Surgery or procedure
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 8 Feb 2025to 28 May 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
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 60 to 75 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Able to walk independently People with locomotive syndrome Can be able to perform exercise and listen to the therapist
Who cannot join
- Any mental illness Any systemic Illness
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: A Comparative Study on The Effects of Static Versus Dynamic Exercises on Balance and Activity Balance Confidence In The Elderly Population With Locomotive Syndrome
This research aimed to explore the comparative effects of static and dynamic balance training on postural stability and activity-specific balance confidence among elderly individuals diagnosed with locomotive syndrome. A single-blinded, randomized clinical trial was conducted at a shelter home, where thirty participants between the ages of 60 and 75 were randomly assigned to two intervention groups. One group received static balance exercises, while the other group engaged in dynamic balance training. Both interventions were delivered three times per week over a six-week period. Standardized assessment tools, including the Y-Balance Test and the Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale, were used to evaluate outcomes related to balance and self- perceived confidence in performing daily activities. The study was designed to determine the more effective approach for enhancing mobility and promoting independence in the elderly population affected by locomotive syndrome.
- Conditions
- Locomotive Syndrome
- Being tested
- Static Exercise Intervention, (Dynamic Exercises Group
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Static Exercise InterventionProcedure or surgery
Static exercises generally involve maintaining a fixed position without movement-such as standing on one leg or holding a specific posture-emphasizing isometric muscle control and stability.
(Dynamic Exercises GroupProcedure or surgery
Dynamic exercises were structured across three progressive stages-basic, moderate, and advanced-each increasing in complexity and difficulty. These exercises were performed in various positions, including sitting, standing, and walking.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Static Exercise Intervention | Experimental | Participants performed static balance exercises three times per week for six weeks, progressing in difficulty over time. In weeks 1-2, exercises were performed with support and included tandem standing, standing on a balance cushion, lunges with hand support, and one-leg stands. In weeks 3-4, the same exercises were done without support, and in weeks 5-6, they were performed with eyes closed to increase sensory challenge. Exercise duration progressed from 3 sets of 60 seconds to 5 sets of 90 seconds, and finally 7 sets of 120 seconds per movement. Receives: Procedure: Static Exercise Intervention |
| Dynamic Exercise Intervention | Active comparator | This group engaged in dynamic balance exercises, also three times weekly for six weeks, with progressive complexity. Initial sessions (weeks 1-2) included walking with obstacles,tandem walking with support, small-step lunges, and supported step-ups.Weeks 3-4 incorporated cognitive elements and increased difficulty,while weeks 5-6 introduced sensory challenges like walking with eyes closed. Repetitions increased from 3sets of 60 seconds to 7 sets of 120 seconds, aligning with the progression in task complexity. Receives: Procedure: (Dynamic Exercises Group |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Y balance test
Y Balance Test larger reach distances and higher symmetry between limbs reflect greater dynamic balance and functional capacity
Measured: 6 weeks
Secondary outcomes (1)
Activity balance confidence
Activity-Specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale higher scores suggest an enhancement in patient confidence regarding balance in a range of daily activities
Measured: 6 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Aug 2025
- Study start8 Feb 2025
- Primary completion8 May 2025
- Study completion28 May 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Locomotive SyndromeStudies 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
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Faisalabad
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Dr Izza Ayub; PT, University of Faisalabad
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07104747
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- TUF/PB/33/1026/33
- Status last verified
- Jul 2025
- First submitted
- 29 Jul 2025
- Last updated
- 5 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- A Comparative Study on The Effects of Static Versus Dynamic Exercises on Balance and Activity Balance Confidence In The Elderly Population With Locomotive Syndrome
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07104747
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- TUF/PB/33/1026/33
- Conditions
- Locomotive Syndrome
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- University of FaisalabadUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 8 Feb 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 8 May 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 28 May 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 5 Aug 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.
This research aimed to explore the comparative effects of static and dynamic balance training on postural stability and activity-specific balance confidence among elderly individuals diagnosed with locomotive syndrome. A single-blinded, randomized clinical trial was conducted at a shelter home, where thirty participants between the ages of 60 and 75 were randomly assigned to two intervention groups. One group received static balance exercises, while the other group engaged in dynamic balance training. Both interventions were delivered three times per week over a six-week period. Standardized assessment tools, including the Y-Balance Test and the Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale, were used to evaluate outcomes related to balance and self- perceived confidence in performing daily activities. The study was designed to determine the more effective approach for enhancing mobility and promoting independence in the elderly population affected by locomotive syndrome.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Static Exercise Intervention | Experimental | Procedure: Static Exercise InterventionParticipants performed static balance exercises three times per week for six weeks, progressing in difficulty over time. In weeks 1-2, exercises were performed with support and included tandem standing, standing on a balance cushion, lunges with hand support, and one-leg stands. In weeks 3-4, the same exercises were done without support, and in weeks 5-6, they were performed with eyes closed to increase sensory challenge. Exercise duration progressed from 3 sets of 60 seconds to 5 sets of 90 seconds, and finally 7 sets of 120 seconds per movement. |
| Dynamic Exercise Intervention | Active comparator | Procedure: (Dynamic Exercises GroupThis group engaged in dynamic balance exercises, also three times weekly for six weeks, with progressive complexity. Initial sessions (weeks 1-2) included walking with obstacles,tandem walking with support, small-step lunges, and supported step-ups.Weeks 3-4 incorporated cognitive elements and increased difficulty,while weeks 5-6 introduced sensory challenges like walking with eyes closed. Repetitions increased from 3sets of 60 seconds to 7 sets of 120 seconds, aligning with the progression in task complexity. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 60 to 75 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Able to walk independently People with locomotive syndrome Can be able to perform exercise and listen to the therapist
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Any mental illness Any systemic Illness
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Static Exercise InterventionStatic exercises generally involve maintaining a fixed position without movement-such as standing on one leg or holding a specific posture-emphasizing isometric muscle control and stability. | Procedure or surgery | Static Exercise Intervention |
| (Dynamic Exercises GroupDynamic exercises were structured across three progressive stages-basic, moderate, and advanced-each increasing in complexity and difficulty. These exercises were performed in various positions, including sitting, standing, and walking. | Procedure or surgery | Dynamic Exercise Intervention |
Primary outcome
Y balance test
Time frame: 6 weeks
Y Balance Test larger reach distances and higher symmetry between limbs reflect greater dynamic balance and functional capacity
1 secondary outcome
Activity balance confidence
Time frame: 6 weeks
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Aug 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Static Exercise Intervention and (Dynamic Exercises Group in people with Locomotive Syndrome, run by University of Faisalabad at 1 site in Pakistan.
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 1 inclusion and 1 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: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Aug 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 Pakistan. 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?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Y balance test (time frame: 6 weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
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 5 Aug 2025.