Background: The vestibular system plays a crucial role in maintaining balance. Deficiencies in this system can result in instability and an increased risk of falls in older adults, posing a significant global health concern due to associated injuries. The Cawthorne and Cooksey program has demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing balance and reducing falls. This study aims to investigate the program's impact on balance, fear of falling, and dizziness in individuals aged 65 and older. Thirty-two older adults will be assigned to intervention and control groups. The intervention group will undergo a video-supported Cawthorne and Cooksey-based therapy, while the control group will receive counseling on fall prevention and healthy living through leaflets. The 4-week intervention will take place three times a week, including one face-to-face session and one via video. Pre- and post-assessments, along with a one-month follow-up, will be conducted.
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Changes in balance will be assessed using the Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
Timeframe: pre-intervention, 4th week, 1-month follow-up
Changes in the fear of falling will be assessed using the Falls Efficacy Scale International (FES-I)
Timeframe: pre-intervention, 4th week, 1-month follow-up
Changes in the impact of dizziness on daily life will be assessed using The Dizziness Handicap Inventory questionnaire (DHI).
Timeframe: pre-intervention, 4th week, 1-month follow-up