Status:
COMPLETED
Effects of the Cawthorne and Cooksey Exercise Program on Balance, Fear of Falling and Dizziness on Daily Life in Older Adults
Lead Sponsor:
International Hellenic University
Conditions:
Older Adults
Accidental Falls
Eligibility:
All Genders
65-85 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Background: The vestibular system plays a crucial role in maintaining balance. Deficiencies in this system can result in instability and an increased risk of falls in older adults, posing a significan...
Detailed Description
Background: The vestibular system is a primary contributor to balance maintenance, serving as the absolute reference point in relation to other structures, including the visual system, labyrinth, and ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Inclusion Criteria
- Minimum age of 65 years
- Individuals with a Berg Balance Scale score less than 45
- Persistent dizziness for at least one month
- Individuals who have provided written consent for their participation
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Individuals with dementia
- Individuals with cancer
- Individuals with multiple cardiovascular diseases
- Individuals unable to move independently even with the use of an aid.
- Individuals diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease (e.g., Parkinson's disease)
- Individuals who have recently experienced a stroke
- Recent surgery
- Epilepsy
- History of psychiatric disorders
Exclusion
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 15 2023
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
December 15 2023
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06110325
Start Date
October 15 2023
End Date
December 15 2023
Last Update
February 7 2024
Active Locations (1)
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Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences International Hellenic Universit
Thessaloniki, Sindos Thessaloníki, Greece, Greece, 57400