The Effects of Light-Targeted Balance Training on Balance, Functional Performance, and Fear of Falling in Individuals With a History of Falls
The Effects of Light-Targeted Balance Training on Balance, Functional Performance, and Fear of Falling in Individuals With a History of Falls: A Randomized Controlled Trial
In recent years, exercise programs based on visual stimuli have been reported to improve balance and motor control . However, studies investigating the effects of light-targeted balance training on balance, functional performance, and fear of falling in individuals with a history of falls are limited.
The aim of this study is to determine the effects of light-targeted balance training on balance, functional performance, and fear of falling in individuals with a history of falls. In addition, the study aims to investigate whether this training method provides additional benefits compared with traditional balance training. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the development of rehabilitation programs aimed at preventing falls.
調査の概要
詳細な説明
Inclusion Criteria
- Having experienced at least one fall within the previous 12 months.
- Being 18 years of age or older.
- Being able to walk independently or with the assistance of a walking aid.
- Being able to understand and follow verbal and visual instructions.
- Providing voluntary consent to participate in the study and signing the informed consent form.
Exclusion Criteria
- Presence of an acute orthopedic injury or an active musculoskeletal condition causing pain.
- Having undergone lower extremity surgery within the previous 6 months.
- Having advanced neurological disorders (e.g., advanced Parkinson's disease, advanced dementia).
- Having severe vestibular dysfunction or significant visual impairment.
- Having a cardiovascular condition that contraindicates exercise.
- Having advanced systemic diseases that significantly impair balance.
研究の種類
入学 (推定)
段階
- 適用できない
連絡先と場所
研究連絡先
- 名前:Shirin Khezritomatari
- 電話番号:+905342494709
- メール:shirin.khezry8401@gmail.com
研究場所
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Istanbul
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Istanbul、Istanbul、トルコ(Türkiye)、34000
- 募集
- Uskudar University
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コンタクト:
- Shirin Khezritomatari, Master student
- 電話番号:+905342494709
- メール:Shirin.khezry8401@gmail.com
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参加基準
適格基準
就学可能な年齢
- 大人
- 高齢者
健康ボランティアの受け入れ
説明
Inclusion Criteria:
- History of at least one fall within the past 12 months
- Age 18 years or older
- Ability to walk independently or with an assistive device
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and visual instructions
- Voluntary participation in the study and provision of written informed consent by signing the informed consent form
Exclusion Criteria:
- Acute orthopedic injury or an active musculoskeletal condition causing pain
- History of lower extremity surgery within the past 6 months
- Advanced neurological disorders (e.g., advanced Parkinson's disease, advanced dementia)
- Severe vestibular dysfunction or significant visual impairment
- Medical conditions that contraindicate exercise due to severe cardiovascular disease
- Advanced systemic diseases that severely affect balance
研究計画
研究はどのように設計されていますか?
デザインの詳細
- 主な目的:処理
- 割り当て:ランダム化
- 介入モデル:並列代入
- マスキング:なし(オープンラベル)
武器と介入
参加者グループ / アーム |
介入・治療 |
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実験的:Experimental Group
Participants in this group will receive light-targeted balance training in addition to the standard program.
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Exercises aimed at improving coordination, balance, and functional performance using visual and auditory cues.
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アクティブコンパレータ:Control Group
Participants in this group will receive standard balance exercises.
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Conventional balance training exercises.
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この研究は何を測定していますか?
主要な結果の測定
結果測定 |
メジャーの説明 |
時間枠 |
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Change in Balance Performance (Berg Balance Scale)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Balance performance is assessed using the Berg Balance Scale (BBS).
The scale consists of 14 functional tasks scored from 0 to 4. The total score ranges from 0 to 56, where higher scores indicate better balance and lower fall risk.
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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二次結果の測定
結果測定 |
メジャーの説明 |
時間枠 |
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Change in Functional Mobility (Timed Up and Go Test - TUG)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Dynamic balance and mobility are assessed using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test.
The time (in seconds) taken to stand up from a chair, walk 3 meters, turn around, walk back, and sit down is recorded.
Shorter completion times indicate better mobility.
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Change in Dynamic Balance (Y-Balance Test)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Dynamic postural control is evaluated using the Y-Balance Test (YBT) in anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral reach directions for both lower extremities.
Reach distance is normalized to limb length ((reach distance / limb length) x 100) and composite scores are calculated.
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Change in Lower Body Strength (30-Second Chair Stand Test)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Lower extremity functional muscle strength is measured using the 30-Second Chair Stand Test.
The total number of full stands completed from a seated position in 30 seconds is recorded.
A higher number of repetitions indicates greater lower body strength.
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Change in Gait Speed (10-Meter Walk Test - 10MWT)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Walking speed is assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT).
Participants walk a 10-meter course at their comfortable and/or fast walking pace, and the time taken (in seconds) to traverse the intermediate 6 meters is recorded to calculate gait speed (m/s).
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Change in Fear of Falling (Falls Efficacy Scale-International - FES-I)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Fear of falling is evaluated using the 16-item Falls Efficacy Scale-International (FES-I).
Each item is scored on a 4-point Likert scale from 1 (not at all concerned) to 4 (very concerned).
Total score ranges from 16 to 64, with higher scores reflecting greater fear of falling.
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Change in Balance Confidence (Activities-specific Balance Confidence Scale - ABC)
時間枠:Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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Balance confidence is measured using the 16-item Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale.
Participants rate their confidence in performing specific activities without losing balance on a scale from 0% to 100%.
The overall score is the mean percentage across all items.
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Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention
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