Effects of a physical therapy technique on the feet on the balance of elderly

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Balance dysfunction, Musculoskeletal diseases, Physical Therapy Modalities; E02.779

• Registration Number: RBR-68zp3c
• Lead Sponsor: niversidade Metodista de Piracicaba

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2012-02-01
• Last Update Posted: 29 May 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: data analysis completed
• Sex: Not specified
• Target Recruitment: Not specified

Inclusion Criteria

Age between 65 and 80 years;
Male or female;
Walking without assistive devices for walking;
Normal skin sensitivity in the ankles and feet;
Without cognitive impairment.

Exclusion Criteria

Amputation or use of prosthetic;
Neurological sequelae;
Fractures in the lower limbs or spine after age 65;
Severe coronary artery disease;
Labyrinth disease;
Diagnosed neuropathy and foot deformity.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Intervention
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
It is expected as the outcome increase in balance after joint mobilization, being assessment conducted by the Timed Up & Go Test, Functional Reach Test and Baropodometry.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
It is expected as the outcome increase in range of motion of the ankle joint after joint mobilization,being assessment conducted by goniometry.