Orthotics, Pain & Fear of Falling

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

To investigate and compare the use of a prefabricated Orthotic, with and without a metatarsal pad in decreasing pain and fear of falling in older adults.

Clinical Trial Description

It is estimated that around 24% of community-dwelling adults over the age of 45 experience frequent foot pain. Falls and fear of falling are also significant issues in this population as both can result in avoidance of activities and decreased physical performance. In cases where fear of falling decreases physical performance and increases activity avoidance, it actually becomes a risk factor for falling itself. Previous studies have shown that various types of Orthotic insoles improve balance and reduce lower-extremity pain in older adults. However, research which directly compares the effects of two different types of insoles is limited. Hence, this randomised control trial will investigate and compare the use of a prefabricated Orthotic, with and without a metatarsal pad, in decreasing pain and fear of falling in older adults. This randomised control trial will be conducted over a 6-week period. The study population will include 206 participants who will be randomised into 2 groups (Group A and Group B). Participants in Group A will receive an Orthotic with a metatarsal pad and participants in Group B will receive a neutral Orthotic without the metatarsal pad. All participants will be required to continue with usual activities, using the Orthotic wherever possible for a period of 6 weeks. Participants will be asked to provide data in the form of completed surveys twice, once at the study onset and once at the end. ;

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Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT04894396
Study type	Interventional
Source	Talita Cumi Ltd.
Contact
Status	Completed
Phase	N/A
Start date	July 23, 2021
Completion date	January 15, 2023

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