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New treatment option for Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
Official title Effects of Lower Extremity Functional Exercise Program and Neuromuscular Electrical Nerve Stimulation in Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07076797
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this study was to investigate and compare the effects of lower extremity functional exercise program and neuromuscular electrical nerve stimulation on muscle thickness, muscle strength, gait and fall risk in the elderly.
- 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 65 to 84. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Relatively healthy older women aged 65-84 years
- Individuals without neurological, orthopedic, systemic (cardiovascular) problems that would prevent them from performing the test
- To have a score of 6 and above on the Hodkinson Abbreviated Mental Test
- At least 90 points on the Barthel activities of daily living test
- Ability to walk independently (with or without walking aids)
You likely can't join if
- Having a defined neurological (including vertigo), orthopedic, orthopedic, psychiatric, systemic (cardiovascular, cachectic due to malnutrition)...
- Being in the statin drug group
- Diagnosis of sarcopenia
- Having communication problems
- Visual impairment (severe) or hearing impairment (severe)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Relatively healthy older women aged 65-84 years
- Individuals without neurological, orthopedic, systemic (cardiovascular) problems that would prevent them from performing the test
- To have a score of 6 and above on the Hodkinson Abbreviated Mental Test
- At least 90 points on the Barthel activities of daily living test
- Ability to walk independently (with or without walking aids)
- Living in a nursing home or in their own home
- Having a defined neurological (including vertigo), orthopedic, orthopedic, psychiatric, systemic (cardiovascular, cachectic due to malnutrition) disease that prevents walking and mobility
- Being in the statin drug group
- Diagnosis of sarcopenia
- Having communication problems
- Visual impairment (severe) or hearing impairment (severe)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, Turkey (Türkiye)
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, 65 years to 84 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.