Clinical trials: Fall Injury, open to volunteers
Accidental Falls, Fall Prevention
Technology Supported Improvement, Management and Prevention of Accidental Falls in Hospitals
The student will observe fall prevention systems in practice in 2 different hospitals considering how fall prevention technology influences staff behaviour and patients safety in the context of accidental falls in hospital.
- Trial name
- TechSIMPAFiH (NCT07355556)
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Nottingham
Drowning, Drowning; Anoxia
The Emergency Call on Drowning
This study aims to 1) describe patient-, setting-, and dispatcher-related characteristics in drowning-related emergency calls to the Emergency Medical Dispatch Centre (1-1-2 emergency phone) and 2) factors associated with 30-day…
- Conditions
- Drowning, Drowning; Anoxia, Drowning, Near, Drowning; Asphyxia
- Trial name
- DROWN_CALL (NCT06310486)
- Testing
- Drowning-related OHCA, Drowning-related non-OHCA
- Where
- Denmark
- Volunteers
- 1,500 people
- Sponsor
- Prehospital Center, Region Zealand
Polypharmacy (Individuals Treated With 4 or More Medications)
THE EFFECTS OF MULTIPLE DRUG USE ON BALANCE, FALL RISK, AND COGNITIVE STATUS
This study aims to evaluate the effects of polypharmacy on balance, fall risk, cognitive status, vestibular function, and hearing among individuals living in nursing homes.
- Trial name
- NCT07816276
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Ondokuz Mayıs University
COMMUNITY-DWELLING OLDER ADULTS
Comparative Effects of Exercises on Reactive Balance and Fall Risk in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
This randomized clinical trial is comparing the effects of sensory perturbation and dual task training in combination with square-stepping exercises on reactive balance and fall risk in community-dwelling older adults.
- Trial name
- NCT07920432
- Testing
- Square-Stepping Exercises (SSE) with Sensory Perturbation, Square Stepping Exercises (SSE) with Dual-Task Training
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- University of Management and Technology Lahore
Patient Safety, Fall
THE EFFECT OF STANDARD PATİENT-BASED AND WEB-BASED SİMULATİON ON NURSİNG STUDENTS' KNOWLEDGE AND CLİNİCAL SKİLLS İN FALL RİSK ASSESSMENT
Introduction: Falls are the most frequently reported and preventable type of safety incident. Patient falls are the most common adverse events in hospitals.
- Conditions
- Patient Safety, Fall, Simulation Edication
- Trial name
- NCT07557082
- Testing
- Standardized patient, web-based simulation
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 120 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- ESRA ERTUĞRUL
Chronic Heart Failure
The Effect of Exercise Training and Detraining on Frailty and Fall Risk in Patients With Chronic Heart Failure
Chronic Heart Failure (CHF) is the endpoint for some cardiac and respiratory conditions as well as ageing affecting 1-2% of the global adult population.
- Trial name
- NCT06036615
- Testing
- Exercise Intervention
- Where
- Greece
- Volunteers
- 100 people
- Sponsor
- Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki
Glaucoma
Effects of Balance Training in Individuals With Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a chronic progressive eye disease characterized by visual field loss, which may adversely affect postural control, functional mobility, and increase the risk and fear of falling.
- Trial name
- NCT07910955
- Testing
- Balance Training Program
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital
Frailty, Fall Risk, Fall Prevention
Physical Function and Fall Risk in Older Adults in the Lalín Frailty Prevention Program
This prospective observational study will describe changes in physical function and fall risk among adults aged 70 years or older who participate in the routine Frailty and Falls Prevention Program at the Centro Integral de Saúde…
- Trial name
- FRAIL-Lalin (NCT07848802)
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- University of Vigo
Stroke, Ischemic, Stroke Hemorrhagic
The REACTplusNMES Trial: A Double-blinded RCT
The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of 6-weeks of reactive balance training (REACT) with and without neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to paretic lower limb muscles on biomechanical, clinical…
- Conditions
- Stroke, Ischemic, Stroke Hemorrhagic, Stroke, Cerebrovascular
- Trial name
- REACT+NMES (NCT06127602)
- Testing
- Reactive balance training with Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, Reactive balance training without Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 46 people
- Sponsor
- University of Illinois Chicago
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiac Rehabilitation Mobile-Health Fall Risk Prevention Intervention
The purpose of this research is to see if taking part in a structured exercise plan that is designed to improve balance and muscle strength and one that can done at home helps to improve the ability to perform standard physical…
- Trial name
- NCT05826587
- Testing
- Home-based, m-Health Delivered Physical Function Training, Cardiac Rehabilitation & Exercise Prescription, Connected mHealth mobile application
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 128 people
- Sponsor
- Mayo Clinic
PARKINSON DISEASE (Disorder)
Steady Together Fall Prevention Program in the Home
The purpose of the research study is to assess the efficacy of the occupational therapy Steady Together Fall Prevention Program in the Home for persons with Parkinson's Disease (PwP) who are members of InMotion.
- Trial name
- NCT07519096
- Testing
- Steady Together at home fall prevention program
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Cleveland State University
Imagery (Psychotherapy), Postural Control
The Effect of Motor Image Training on Balance Performance in Geriatric Individuals
The goal of this study [type of study: clinical trial] is to was planned to investigate the effect of motor imagery training given to geriatric individuals with action observation on their balance performance and to compare these…
- Conditions
- Imagery (Psychotherapy), Postural Control, Postural Balance, Virtual Reality Therapy
- Trial name
- NCT06056180
- Testing
- Balance Training, Motor İmagery Training, Action Observation Training
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 46 people
- Sponsor
- Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), Accidental Falls
Effect of Otago vs. Sensorimotor Training on Balance and Fall Risk in People With Diabetes
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of the Otago Exercise Program versus Sensorimotor Training on dynamic postural stability and risk of fall in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- Conditions
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), Accidental Falls, Postural Balance
- Trial name
- NCT07854496
- Testing
- Otago Exercise Program, Sensorimotor Training
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
Fall Risk, Fall Prevention
Otago and Kitchen Sink Balance Exercises on Strength, Fall Risk and Functional Mobility on Elderly.
The objective of the study is to determine the comparative effects of Otago Exercise Program and Kitchen Sink Balance Exercises on strength, fall risk and functional mobility on elderly.
- Trial name
- NCT07061106
- Testing
- Otago exercise program, Kitchen Sink Balance Exercises
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Healthy Young, Healthy Aging
Reactive Balance Training for Fall Prevention
The objective of this pilot study is to evaluate and compare the effect of three different perturbation based training devices on the reactive balance control among healthy young adults, healthy older adults, and neurologically…
- Conditions
- Healthy Young, Healthy Aging, Stroke
- Trial name
- NCT04205279
- Testing
- Experimental: Treadmill training, Experimental: Overground training, Experimental: Surefooted training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 90 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Illinois Chicago
Fall Risk
Fall Risk Identification and Management for Older Veterans
Falls are a common occurrence among older adults, and Veterans have an even higher risk of falling compared to non-Veterans. These falls often lead to severe health consequences, including traumatic brain injuries, hip fractures…
- Trial name
- FRIM (NCT06573983)
- Testing
- Strengthening (Physical Therapy, Gerofit), Medication Reconciliation (Clinical Pharmacology), Home Safety Modification (Occupational Therapy)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 108 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Parkinson Disease, Fall
Steps Against the Burden of Parkinson's Disease - RCT Kiel
Parkinson's disease (PD) affects over 10 million worldwide, causing unstable gait and falls in 70% of patients despite medication. This leads to confidence loss, isolation, fractures, and hospitalizations.
- Trial name
- StepuP (NCT07058285)
- Testing
- Speed-dependent treadmill training (SDTT), SDTT+ anteroposterior perturbations
- Where
- Germany
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- University of Kiel
Minimalist Footwear, Traditional Foot Exercise Program
Foot Strengthening to Improve Balance and Gait in Older Adults
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether different foot-strengthening strategies can improve foot strength, balance, walking ability, and fall-related outcomes in middle-aged and older adults (ages 45-85 years).
- Conditions
- Minimalist Footwear, Traditional Foot Exercise Program, Foot Strengthening Device (ToePro), Control Condition
- Trial name
- NCT07384754
- Testing
- Minimalist footwear, Foot strengthening exercises, ToePro foot strengthening device
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 160 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Indiana University
High Risk of Falling
Backward Walking Rehabilitation to Prevent Falls in High-risk Adults Aged 75 Years and Older
Falls are a major health problem for people aged 75 or older. Backward walking may strengthen the muscles of the legs, improve posture and balance, and make walking more stable, which could help prevent new falls and improve…
- Trial name
- PCRetro (NCT07650097)
- Testing
- Walking backwards, Usual walking
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 300 people
- Sponsor
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Knee Osteoarthritis, Ultrasound Exams
Applications of Ultrasound and Physical Parameters in Assessing Fall Risk in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Falls are a significant issue for patients with knee osteoarthritis, as they can lead to hospitalization or even more severe consequences. Therefore, it is crucial to assess fall risk early in rehabilitation clinics.
- Conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis, Ultrasound Exams, Fall Risk, Sarcopenia in Elderly
- Trial name
- UPPFR-KneeOA (NCT06882928)
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 250 people
- Sponsor
- National Taiwan University Clinical Trial Center