A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Effects of Reactive Neuromuscular Training on Balance

February 19, 2008 updated by: Logan College of Chiropractic
Falls are a major concern for the geriatric population and represent a significant public health problem. Various interventions are being explored to improve balance and decrease falls in the elderly. Success has been shown in some programs; various exercise interventions place emphasis on strength, balance, or endurance exercises. Results reported in the literature are still equivocal. Controversy exists as to optimal types of exercise, and the optimum frequency, duration, and intensity of exercise. It is believed that the SpineForce device, which places a unique combination of strength and balance demands upon the user, can result in rapid increases in balance as compared to other rehabilitation programs. Gains in balance have implications for geriatric populations as well as those seeking enhanced sports performance and injury prevention. The Purpose of this study is to assess the SpineForce device as a novel intervention in the treatment of balance disorders.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Interventional

Phase

  • Phase 2
  • Phase 1

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

20 years to 30 years (Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Young, healthy adults between the ages of 20 - 30, asymptomatic with respect to any balance specific disorder, and who are currently enrolled at Logan College.

Exclusion Criteria:Exclusion criteria include:

  • A previous lower extremity injury;
  • Previous lower extremity surgery;
  • A visual or vestibular condition with accompanying balance difficulty;
  • A diagnosis of Knee osteoarthritis;
  • Currently receiving spinal manipulative therapy;
  • Current participation in a regular exercise program;
  • Use of any prescription medication, or herbal substance that may affect balance;
  • Pregnancy

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

Logan College of Chiropractic

Investigators

  • Study Director: Rodger Tepe, PhD, Logan College of Chiropractic

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

March 1, 2007

Primary Completion (Actual)

March 1, 2007

Study Completion (Actual)

March 1, 2007

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

May 4, 2007

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 7, 2007

First Posted (Estimate)

May 8, 2007

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

February 29, 2008

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 19, 2008

Last Verified

February 1, 2008

More Information

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Other Study ID Numbers

  • RD0202070062

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