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People With Osteoporosis Can Walk-BEST to Reduce Fall and Fracture Risk
Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre
Summary
The aim of the Walk BEST study is to provide evidence that it is feasible to implement the technology assisted gait- focused walking program Walk-BEST™ in older adults with osteoporosis, and that this program is acceptable to this population.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
70 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
28
Start Date
2026-05-07
Completion Date
2027-05
Last Updated
2026-06-02
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Device: Heel2Toe[TM] sensor
Heel2Toe is a new generation of wearables that provides real-time auditory feedback when the person takes a good step, one in which the step is initiated with a strong heel strike.
Technology-assisted therapeutic walking program
Co-designed, evidence-based technology-assisted, therapeutic walking program developed by physiotherapy researchers, clinicians, and frail and non-frail seniors. It consists of training elements (derived through international consensus and endorsed by 600 older Canadians) for optimal gait pattern with the use of a biofeedback device, the Heel2Toe™ sensor, which is introduced to reinforce the gait optimizing training and encourage home practice.
Locations (1)
Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre
Montreal, Quebec, Canada