Evaluation of the Walk With Ease Program for Fall Prevention

Status unconfirmed · Phase 1/Phase 2

Conditions studied: Exercise, Frailty, Arthritis, Accidental Falls

In brief

The study will use a randomized controlled trial design to evaluate the potential of incorporating physical therapy exercises (primary prevention strategy) within an evidence-based intervention called Walk with Ease to reduce falls and fall risk in older, community-dwelling older adults. The integrated process and outcome evaluation will determine the relative effectiveness of individually prescribed exercises (compared to standardized exercises) as well as the potential of 'habit training' resources to improve compliance with exercises in this population. The study, conducted through a local clinical / community partnership will advance both science and practice while also informing implementation strategies needed to promote broader dissemination.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT05693025

Run by

Iowa State University

People needed

240

Starts

2023-02-27

Expected to finish

2026-05-15

Last updated by the study team

2024-03-07

Who can join

Age: 65 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Inclusion criteria include age of 65 years or older
• being able to stand for at least 10 minutes without pain
• written permission from a physician

You may not qualify if…

• Already somewhat active (defined as at least 15 minutes of physical activity per day)
• Not at risk for falls (based on STEADI criteria)

Where it is running

• Department of Kinesiology — Ames, Iowa, United States (enrolling)

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