Pilot evaluation of the Lifestlye-Integrated Functional Exercise Program as a falls prevention intervention for older people with vision impairment.

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Older people with vision impairment and their physical performance; fear of falling; Musculoskeletal - Osteoporosis

• Registration Number: ACTRN12613001127796
• Lead Sponsor: Injury Division, The George Institute for Global Health

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2013-10-09
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

To be eligible to participate it is necessary that potential participants have a vision impairment such that they require the services of the low vision clinic of Guide Dogs NSW/ACT. Additionally participants must also be aged over 50, are able to understand English well enough to undertake the prescribed activities and able to walk independently (those using a walking frame or long cane are eligible to participate). Participants will also include those from a range of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Exclusion Criteria

Those with a marked cognitive impairment, not independently mobile and confined to wheelchairs, stationary chairs or beds.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified