EMG biofeedback to improve balance in older adults with osteoporosis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional, single-center study enrolls 60 adults aged 65–75 with osteoporosis (DEXA T-score ≤ -2.5) and BMI 25–29.9 to receive gluteus medius electromyography (EMG) biofeedback combined with structured balance training. The program is delivered in person and aims to increase gluteus medius activation during balance tasks. Outcomes include standardized balance measures, physical performance tests, EMG recordings of muscle activity, and quality-of-life assessments. Key exclusions include implanted electrical devices, active contagious skin conditions, cardiopulmonary or neuromuscular disorders, and endocrine causes of metabolic bone disease.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients included in this study met the following criteria:

  1. Sixty patients of both sexes were diagnosed with osteoporosis confirmed by bone density test through Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan (A T-score equal to or less than - 2.5) (Sheu and Diamond, 2016).
  2. Their age ranged between 65 - 75 years.
  3. Their BMI ranged between 25 - 29.9 kg/m2.
  4. They had good mentality and cognitive function.

Exclusion Criteria:

* The potential patients were excluded if they have one of the following criteria:

  1. Patients with endocrine disorders likely to be related to metabolic bone disease, such as premature ovarian failure, hypogonadism, untreated hyperthyroidism, hyperparathyroidism, adrenal insufficiency or Cushing's syndrome.
  2. Patients with active contagious skin conditions.
  3. Patients with implant devices such as pacemaker or electrical prosthesis.
  4. Any cardiopulmonary disorders.
  5. Any neuromuscular disorders.
  6. Any acute viral infection.
  7. Patients with ascites or end stage liver or kidney failure.
  8. Leg discrepancy.

Where it's running

• General Hospital Abouhms
  Abū Ḩummuş, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Mohamed Alhamrawy
• Email: Mohamedalhamrawy333@gmail.com
• Phone: +201013132649

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.