CompletedNot Applicable

Functional vs Traditional Training in Older Women's Health

Norway48 participantsStarted 2023-10-01

Plain-language summary

This study investigates how balance, mobility, strength, gait speed, and health-related quality of life in older adults (65+) are affected after an 8-week training period using the Norwegian national concept for older adults, Strong and Steady, compared to a modified version that incorporates functional training variables.

Who can participate

Age range65 Years – 75 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Elderlies aged 65 to 75 years old. * Have been participating and physical training for at least six months before the start of the intervention. * The participants must be highly motivated for the project, which will be measured using the likard scale. Exclusion Criteria: * Illness or injury within the last three months. * Do not have the ability to complete the test battery concerning set minimum criteria

What they're measuring

Y-Balance Test

Timeframe: Day 1

Y-Balance Test

Timeframe: 2 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05551000

SponsorAalborg University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-12-22

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