Comparative Effects of Modified Otago and Frenkel's Exercises on Balance, Motor Function, Fear of Fall, and Quality of Life in Geriatric Population

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

The goal of this randomized clinical trial is to compare the effects of modified Otago and Frenkel's exercises on balance, motor function, fear of fall and quality of life in the geriatric population. The main questions it aims to answer are: * How modified Otago and Frenkel's exercises affect balance, motor function, fear of fall and quality of life in the geriatric population? * Is there any difference between the effects of these two exercises? Researchers will compare the effects of modified Otago and Frenkel's exercises to see which kind of exercise has superior effects on the mentioned outcomes. Participants will be randomly divided into two groups who will perform their respective exercises for 45 minutes 3 days a week for 8 weeks. Outcomes will be evaluated at the baseline, 4th week and 8th week.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 65
Maximum Age: 80
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• Community-dwelling adults of both genders who have experienced a fall at least once in the previous year

• Minimum Berg Balance score of \>40

• Able to independently walk and perform everyday activities without any walking aid

Locations
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Pakistan
Wahla Family Hospital
RECRUITING
Pindi Bhattian
Contact Information
Primary
Imran Amjad, PhD
imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
03324390125
Time Frame
Start Date: 2024-03-20
Estimated Completion Date: 2024-11-01
Participants
Target number of participants: 44
Treatments
Experimental: Modified Otago Exercises
It is a series of 17 strength and balance exercises in addition to 30 minutes walk outside the home at the usual pace three times a week.
Active_comparator: Frenkel's Exercises
It consists of simple range of motion exercises performed in different positions, i.e., lying, sitting, stride-standing and standing. Exercises are performed slowly emphasizing coordination and precision.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Riphah International University

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