Telerehabilitation of the Otago Exercise Program for Older Adults
Efficiency Of Otago Exercise Program Applied By Telerehabilitation Method In Older Persons Individuals With A Fall Story
This study is testing if an online version of the Otago Exercise Program can help older adults who have fallen feel better and improve their strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sinop University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06291792 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of the Otago Exercise Program (OEP) delivered via telerehabilitation on various health outcomes in older adults with a history of falls. Participants aged 65 to 78 are randomly assigned to one of three groups: telerehabilitation OEP, face-to-face OEP, or a control group. The program consists of 45-minute sessions conducted three times a week for eight weeks, with assessments on pain, walking speed, muscle strength, fear of falling, anxiety, quality of life, and balance at multiple time points. The study aims to determine the effectiveness of telerehabilitation in improving these outcomes compared to traditional methods.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are older adults aged 65 to 78 who can walk independently and have experienced at least one fall in the past year.
Not a fit: Patients who require walking aids or have cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance balance and reduce the fear of falling in older adults, leading to improved quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar exercise interventions for older adults, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Presence of the ability to walk without assistance * Living independently at home * Having a history of at least one fall in the last 12 months Exclusion Criteria: * Having a score below 24 on the Mini Mental State Test * Using a walking aid * Having a history of uncontrolled epileptic seizures * Having a history of surgery within the last six months
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Bahçeşehir University research application center — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sefa Haktan HATIK, PhD
- Email: haktanhtk@gmail.com
- Phone: 00905058761533
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.