Effectiveness of square-stepping exercise on balance, fall and quality of life among community-dwelling vs institutionalized young old adults: an experimental study
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Sponsor
- Enrollment
- 50
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- 1. Balance – Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)
Study Overview
Brief Summary
This experimental study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of Square-Stepping Exercise (SSE) in improving balance, reducing fall risk, and enhancing quality of life among community-dwelling and institutionalized young-old adults (aged 60–74). Falls are a significant concern among the elderly, especially due to associated morbidity, functional decline, and psychological impacts like fear of falling. The SSE program, involving progressive, cognitively demanding step patterns on a mat, is recognized for enhancing motor coordination, postural stability, and cognitive function. The study was conducted over 18 months using a comparative design, with 25 participants in each group receiving SSE interventions over two weeks. Outcome measures included the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) for balance, Fall Efficacy Scale-International (FES-I) for fall risk, and WHOQOL-BREF for quality of life. The study utilized random sampling and various statistical tests (e.g., paired/unpaired t-tests, ANOVA) for data analysis. The results are expected to clarify whether SSE offers comparable or differential benefits in community versus institutional settings, thereby supporting tailored fall-prevention interventions for distinct elderly populations.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Not Applicable
- Masking
- Not Applicable
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 60.00 Year(s) to 74.00 Year(s) (—)
- Sex
- All
Inclusion Criteria
- •1.Patients who signed the written informed consent.
- •2.Both male and female.
- •3.Individual with age from 60 to 74 years (young-old adults) 4.Individual who are community-dwelling or institutionalized older 5.Participants who can ambulate independently or with minimal assistance (e.g., use of a cane) 6.GDS less than 5.
Exclusion Criteria
- •1.Participants currently undergoing intensive physiotherapy or structured balance training programs under another physiotherapy protocol 2.Un cooperative patients 3.Those who are registered in another clinical trial 4.GDS more than 5.
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
1. Balance – Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)
Time Frame: pre-intervention 1st week | post-intervention 2nd week
2. Fall Risk – Fall Efficacy Scale (FES-I)
Time Frame: pre-intervention 1st week | post-intervention 2nd week
3. Quality of Life (QoL) – WHOQOL-BREF
Time Frame: pre-intervention 1st week | post-intervention 2nd week
Secondary Outcomes
No secondary outcomes reported