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Gait and Cognitive Function in Relation to Foot Arch Structure in Older Adults

An observational study of Gait and Foot Biomechanics, run by Balikesir University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).

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Trial summary

This study aims to investigate the relationship between foot arch structure and spatiotemporal gait parameters and cognitive function in older adults. Foot arch integrity will be assessed using the Navicular Drop Test, and gait performance will be evaluated using the 10-Meter Walk Test. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 65 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Gait, Foot Biomechanics, Cognitive Function
What is being tested?
Observational Assessment
How many people
50 participants
Where
1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
Study dates
15 Apr 2026to 8 Nov 2026
Phase
Observational
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 65 years and older
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Older adult

Study population: This study will include community-dwelling older adults aged 65 years and above living in Balıkesir, Turkey. Participants will be recruited from individuals attending the Tazelenme University Coordination Unit and surrounding community settings. Eligible participants are those who are able to walk independently without assistive devices and have sufficient cognitive and physical capacity to complete the assessment protocol. The study population represents relatively healthy older adults without severe neurological or musculoskeletal conditions affecting gait and balance.

Who may be able to join

  • Aged 65 years or older
  • Able to walk independently for at least 10 meters without assistive devices
  • Able to understand study procedures and provide informed consent
  • Having sufficient cognitive and physical capacity to comply with the assessment protocol

Who cannot join

  • Diagnosed neurological disorders affecting gait and motor control (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis)
  • Diagnosed dementia or Alzheimer's disease, or Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score below 24
  • Severe visual or hearing impairment that cannot be corrected and may affect reaction time testing
  • History of major lower extremity or spinal surgery within the last 6 months Severe musculoskeletal conditions affecting gait (e.g., advanced osteoarthritis, severe pain, active inflammation, open wounds, or recent fractures in the lower extremity)
  • Presence of severe balance disorders (e.g., vertigo)

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Ebru Tekin, Lecturer contact

+90 266 614 69 11

ebrutekin123@gmail.com

Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting

  • Balikesir University

    Balıkesir, Bigadiç

    Ebru Tekin, +90 266 614 69 11, ebrutekin123@gmail.com

    Recruiting

Other trials in Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Official title: Relationship Between Foot Arch Structure, Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters, and Cognitive Function in Older Adults

This study aims to investigate the relationship between foot arch structure and spatiotemporal gait parameters and cognitive function in older adults. Foot arch integrity will be assessed using the Navicular Drop Test, and gait performance will be evaluated using the 10-Meter Walk Test. Cognitive-motor interaction will be examined through lower extremity reaction time using a light-based system. The study is designed as an observational cross-sectional analysis.

Being tested
Observational Assessment

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Observational AssessmentOther

    This is an observational study with no intervention. Participants will undergo assessments of foot arch structure, gait parameters, and cognitive-motor performance.

Study groups in NCT07582367
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Older adultCommunity-dwelling older adults aged 65 years and above will be assessed for foot arch structure, gait parameters, and cognitive-motor performance.
Receives: Other: Observational Assessment

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Gait Speed (m/s)

    Gait speed will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Walking speed will be recorded in meters per second (m/s).

    Measured: Baseline (single session)

  2. Cadence (steps/min)

    Cadence will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Cadence will be recorded as steps per minute.

    Measured: Baseline (single session)

  3. Step Length (m)

    Step length will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Step length will be recorded in meters.

    Measured: Baseline (single session)

  4. Double Support Time (%)

    Double support time will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Double support time will be recorded as a percentage of the gait cycle.

    Measured: Baseline (single session)

Secondary outcomes (2)

  1. Lower extremity reaction time

    Reaction time will be measured using a visual stimulus-based system (Light Trainer). The time between stimulus onset and foot contact response will be recorded in milliseconds. Multiple trials will be averaged to obtain the final value.

    Measured: Baseline (single session)

  2. Navicular Drop Test (mm)

    Medial longitudinal arch mobility will be assessed using the Navicular Drop Test. The vertical displacement of the navicular tuberosity from seated subtalar neutral position to standing position will be measured in millimeters.

    Measured: Baseline (single session)

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted12 May 2026
  2. Study start15 Apr 2026
  3. Primary completion28 Apr 2026
  4. Study completion8 Nov 2026 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Observational
Observational model
Case crossover
Time perspective
Cross-sectional
Enrolment
50 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07582367
Sponsor's protocol ID
2026/50
Status last verified
May 2026
First submitted
1 May 2026
Last updated
12 May 2026
Results posted
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Menz, H. B., Lord, S. R., & Fitzpatrick, R. C. (2003). Foot and ankle characteristics associated with impaired balance and increased fall risk in community-dwelling older people. The Journals of Gerontology Series A, 58(9), M846-M852. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/58.9.m846

  • Verghese J, Ayers E, Barzilai N, Bennett DA, Buchman AS, Holtzer R, Katz MJ, Lipton RB, Wang C. Motoric cognitive risk syndrome: Multicenter incidence study. Neurology. 2014 Dec 9;83(24):2278-84. doi: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000001084. Epub 2014 Oct 31.

    PubMed 25361778

  • Yogev-Seligmann G, Hausdorff JM, Giladi N. The role of executive function and attention in gait. Mov Disord. 2008 Feb 15;23(3):329-42; quiz 472. doi: 10.1002/mds.21720.

    PubMed 18058946

  • Hausdorff JM. Gait variability: methods, modeling and meaning. J Neuroeng Rehabil. 2005 Jul 20;2:19. doi: 10.1186/1743-0003-2-19.

    PubMed 16033650

  • Chen B, Hu S, Mu J, Wang Y. Evaluation of foot support characteristics in young and elderly adults by plantar measurements based on a three-partition distributed force platform. J Biomech. 2024 Aug;173:112247. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2024.112247. Epub 2024 Jul 23.

    PubMed 39053293

  • Bain KA, Kosik KB, Terada M, Gribble PA, Johnson NF. Contralateral thalamocortical connectivity is related to postural control in the uninvolved limb of older adults with history of ankle sprain. Gait Posture. 2024 Mar;109:115-119. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2024.01.015. Epub 2024 Jan 19.

    PubMed 38295486

  • Arnold JB, Mackintosh S, Jones S, Thewlis D. Differences in foot kinematics between young and older adults during walking. Gait Posture. 2014 Feb;39(2):689-94. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2013.09.021. Epub 2013 Oct 10.

    PubMed 24183676

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of Gait and Foot Biomechanics, run by Balikesir University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).

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 5 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: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 12 May 2026. 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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 Ebru Tekin, Lecturer (+90 266 614 69 11, ebrutekin123@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Gait Speed (m/s) (time frame: Baseline (single session)). The study lists 4 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 NCT07582367, which also lists 7 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 12 May 2026.

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