A study to examine the effects of toe pressure strength training on the ability to generate toe force quickly

Evaluation of the intervention effects on the rate of force development of toe pressure strength in the standing position - Intervention Effects on the RFD of Toe Pressure Strength in the Standing Position

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

JPRN

Registry ID

JPRN-UMIN000060605

Enrollment

Registered

2026-02-06

Start date

2026-02-24

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-09-14

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Conditions

older adults requiring long-term care

Interventions

Participants will perform an exercise on a balance pad, pressing their toes down against the floor as quickly as possible. Each repetition lasts 5 seconds

10 repetitions constitute one set, and three sets are performed per session. The intervention will be carried out for 12 weeks. The control group will receive standard rehabilitation only.

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Eligible participants will be older adults certified as requiring long-term care and currently using outpatient rehabilitation services, who are able to walk independently and provide written informed consent.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Individuals diagnosed with dementia; individuals with psychiatric disorders; and individuals who use a wheelchair for activities of daily living.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
RFD of toe pressure strength in the standing position	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
TUG, Gait speed (noemal, max)	—

Countries

Japan

Contacts

Public ContactTaishiro Kamasaki

Nishikyushu University Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences Department of Rehabilitation Sciences

kamasakita@nisikyu-u.ac.jp0952-37-9332

Outcome results

None listed

Source: JPRN (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Sep 19, 2026