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Official title A Multi-domain and Multi-component Falls Intervention Program for Community- Dwelling Older Adults: SAFE-TECH
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06102954
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Background: Falls and fall-related injuries among older adults are a significant health problem that results in injuries, prolonged hospitalisation, reduced mobility, and poorer quality of life. Previous falls prevention programs have demonstrated the effectiveness of multi-component falls prevention interventions in improving functional outcomes and reducing falls compared to usual care.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 60 to 95
You may be able to join if
- Aged 60 to 95 years
- Ambulatory with or without walking aid
- Does not possess cognitive impairment with an Abbreviated Mental Score-Singapore \>=6
You likely can't join if
- Had any significant morbidity:
- Congestive Heart Failure in the past 6 months
- Myocardial Infarction in the past 6 months
- Stroke (Intra-Cranial Haemorrhage) in the past 6 months
- Concussion or Head Injury in the past 6 months
- End Stage Renal Failure requiring dialysis
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 60 to 95 years
- Ambulatory with or without walking aid
- Does not possess cognitive impairment with an Abbreviated Mental Score-Singapore \>=6
- Had any significant morbidity:
- Congestive Heart Failure in the past 6 months
- Myocardial Infarction in the past 6 months
- Stroke (Intra-Cranial Haemorrhage) in the past 6 months
- Concussion or Head Injury in the past 6 months
- End Stage Renal Failure requiring dialysis
- Severe Asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (e.g. Chronic Lung Disease or Chronic Bronchitis or Emphysema), experiencing symptoms at rest or with mild activity
- Lower Limb Fractures in the past 6 months
- Blindness, with or without the use of any visual aids
- Deafness, with or without the use of any hearing aids
- Currently experiencing one of the following:
- Chest discomfort, or
- Breathlessness, or
- Dizziness, or
- Profuse sweating
- Had an amputation of any part of the lower limbs except toes, or had an amputation of any toes in the last 30 days
- Currently in a long-term institution
- Currently participating in any assigned by chance clinical or controlled trial that involves physical exercise
- Unwilling to complete the baseline gait assessment, or complete less than 3 minutes of the 5-minute baseline gait assessment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Singapore, Singapore
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 60 years to 95 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Singapore, Singapore. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.