Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

Clinical Trial Description

The purpose of this study is to test the effectiveness of a fall prevention program for older adults. Participants assigned to the intervention group will train weekly on a special treadmill that will simulate tripping. Patients not assigned to the tripping program will walk on a standard treadmill. The training program will last for 4 weeks. Upon completion, participants will complete a test where a trip is simulated. Those assigned to the intervention group will test one additional time as well. ;

Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Single Blind (Outcomes Assessor), Primary Purpose: Prevention

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Accidental Falls

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT00714051
Study type	Interventional
Source	VA Office of Research and Development
Contact
Status	Completed
Phase	Phase 1/Phase 2
Start date	October 2008
Completion date	October 2014

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