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Official title Foot Strengthening to Improve Balance and Gait in Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07384754
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether different foot-strengthening strategies can improve foot strength, balance, walking ability, and fall-related outcomes in middle-aged and older adults (ages 45-85 years). The main questions it aims to answer are: Does foot strength change from baseline after an 8-week foot-strengthening intervention?
- 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 45 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Healthy adults: age 45-85 years old
- Able to walk without an assistive walking device or lower limb prosthesis
- No history of foot or ankle surgery
- No history of regular minimalist footwear use
- No foot or ankle issues for which study activities may be contraindicated
You likely can't join if
- Deemed unfit for physical activity by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)
- Current or history of an unresolved musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, pulmonary/respiratory, metabolic, renal condition, disease, or...
- Use of orthotics in daily (i.e., non-athletic) footwear
- Pregnancy
- Any other disease or problems that may affect movement or the ability to exercise even at a low intensity
See the full eligibility criteria
- Healthy adults: age 45-85 years old
- Able to walk without an assistive walking device or lower limb prosthesis
- No history of foot or ankle surgery
- No history of regular minimalist footwear use
- No foot or ankle issues for which study activities may be contraindicated
- BMI \<= 40
- Deemed unfit for physical activity by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)
- Current or history of an unresolved musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, pulmonary/respiratory, metabolic, renal condition, disease, or problem
- Use of orthotics in daily (i.e., non-athletic) footwear
- Pregnancy
- Any other disease or problems that may affect movement or the ability to exercise even at a low intensity
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bloomington, Indiana, United States
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, 45 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bloomington, Indiana, United States. 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.