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Monitoring Combined Effect of Balance and Strengthening Exercises on Static and Dynamic Balance in Elderly Populations
Sponsor: South Valley University
Summary
The purpose of training is to evoke improvements in reactive balance, then the training program may be associated with all postural control systems, including the musculoskeletal system, the cognitive system, as well as the somatosensory feedback system, while challenging the body in different environmental situations and unexpected perturbations
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
50 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-05-15
Completion Date
2026-01-15
Last Updated
2025-02-19
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice 2-Strength and Balance Exercises A- Sit-to-stand B- Heel r
1-Balance Exercises A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking practice A- Standing with a decreased base B- Graded reaching in standing * Feet together and level. * Semi-tandem stance. * Tandem stance. * Stand on one leg. * Maintain position for longer * Close eyes. * Stand on different surfaces e.g. foam rubber mat. * Minimize hand support \& Aim to increase time without hand support. • Feet placement- narrower, step standing * Reaching further. * Reaching in different directions. * Reaching down to a stool or the floor. * Reaching for heavier objects. * Reaching for a full cup of water. * Standing on a softer surface eg foam rubber mat. * Stepping while reaching. C- Stepping in different directions D- Walking Practice * Narrow foot position. * Longer steps. * Faster steps. * Step over objects. * Choice component e.g. step forward with left foot. * Incorporate pivoting on the non-stepping foot. * Use different color
Locations (1)
South Valley university
Qina, Egypt