Square Stepping vs Wobble Board Exercises for Balance
Comparison of Square Stepping Exercise and Wobble Board Exercise in Elderly Population
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N/AInterventional Study
Elderly Population
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
60 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
38 (estimated)
Sponsor
Riphah International University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for older adults aged 60 and above to compare two types of exercise for improving balance and reducing the risk of falls. Participants will take part in either Square Stepping Exercise or Wobble Board Exercise over a period of time.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am 60 years old or older
I can walk on my own, with or without a cane
I have a Mini Mental State Examination score over 24
I have a Berg Balance Scale score over 41
My vital signs are normal for my age
You may not be able to join if
I have severe balance or movement disorders like Parkinson's disease
I have had recent fractures or injuries that affect my ability to exercise
I have uncontrolled high blood pressure or diabetes
I cannot follow instructions for exercise
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
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Cognitive decline and balance issues are key contributors to falls. Square Stepping Exercise (SSE) and Wobble Board Exercise (WBE) both are the promising forms of balance training. Therefore, the aim of this study is to compare these two exercises to determine their effects on cognition, balance, and fall risk in elderly population.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Elderly individuals age 60 years and above of both genders according to the guidelines of World Health Organization (WHO).
* Participants whose Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score will be \>24/30 ensuring sufficient cognitive ability to follow instructions and participa…
Inclusion Criteria:
* Elderly individuals age 60 years and above of both genders according to the guidelines of World Health Organization (WHO).
* Participants whose Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score will be \>24/30 ensuring sufficient cognitive ability to follow instructions and participate in exercise.
* Participants whose Berg Balance Scale scores of more than 41/56 ensuring that the participants have moderate level of balance ability.
* Vital signs within normal range for elderly population.
* Ability to walk independently with or without an assistive device (e.g., canes).
Exclusion Criteria:
* Participants who have severe musculoskeletal or neurological disorders affecting gait or balance (e.g., Parkinson's disease, and stroke) because of the complex impacts of these conditions on general cognitive and physical functions.
* Participants who undergoes recent fractures or injuries affecting participation in physical activity.
* Participants who have uncontrolled cardiovascular or metabolic conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, and diabetes mellitus) that could significantly interfere with exercise.
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