Balance, lower limb strength and risks of falls among elderly people Other
Conditions
Interventions
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Sponsors
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to 75 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Male or female 2. Aged 60-75 years 3. Have normal cognitive ability and cognitive impairment as indicated by Mini-mental State Examination (MMSE) of <21 4. Not participating in other exercise intervention
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Have any diseases associated with the nervous system 2. Have diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, peripheral vascular diseases, implanted electrical devices, non-ambulatory status and presence of systemic inflammatory arthritis 3. Have vestibular dysfunction
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Risk of falls assessed using the Morse Fall Scale at baseline, week 6, and week 13 | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Balance function assessed using a single leg standing test at baseline, week 6 and week 13 2. Gait symmetry assessed using gait testing at baseline, week 6 and week 13 3. Knee extensor strength assessed using isometric muscle strength tester at baseline, week 6 and week 13 | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactShihao Xie
Outcome results
None listed