CompletedNot Applicable

Effects of Thoracic Mobility Exercises in Geriatric Individuals

Turkey (Türkiye)28 participantsStarted 2024-01-10

Plain-language summary

Aging leads to a gradual decline in muscle function and structural changes in the musculoskeletal system, which can affect balance and increase the risk of falls. This study aimed to assess the effects of thoracic mobility exercises on balance, exercise capacity, sleep quality, pain, and daily activities in 28 geriatric individuals (65+ years). Participants were divided into two groups: the Thoracic mobility exercises group performed conventional exercises with additional thoracic mobility exercises, while the Conventional physiotherapy exercises group did not.

Who can participate

Age range65 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Elderly individuals over the age of 65 * Those who scored at least 24 points on the mini mental test * Those who did not need care in their daily living activities Exclusion Criteria: * Those with uncontrolled Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension * Those with severe obesity * Those who use medications that may increase the risk of falling * Those with serious auditory and visual problems * Those with physical and psychological problems affecting physical mobility * Those who have undergone surgery in the last 6 months

What they're measuring

Beck Balance Scale

Timeframe: baseline- 6 weeks later

Time Up-Go test

Timeframe: baseline- 6 weeks later

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06876922

SponsorKirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-03-01

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