Effects of 20-week Mat-Pilates & Dual-Task Training on Strength, Balance, Cognition, and Fall Ris… (NCT07119762) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of 20-week Mat-Pilates & Dual-Task Training on Strength, Balance, Cognition, and Fall Risk in Older Adults
Portugal67 participantsStarted 2025-08-01
Plain-language summary
Our aims are to evaluate the impact of 24-week combined Pilates and dual-task exercises on physical fitness, balance, cognitive function, bone density in older adults. Participants ≥ 65 years of both genders will be randomly allocated to a control (n= 55) or intervention group (n= 55). Twice a week, sessions will take place in the FADEUP- UPORTO, with moderate intensity Pilates exercise and dual-task exercises. Trunk strength and stability, balance, cognitive function, and physical fitness will be accessed before and after the intervention. The Pilates method is easy to apply, low cost and widely accepted by older adults and it can integrate dual-task exercises easily. The researcher expected the intervention to improve balance, physical and cognitive skills of the participants, which may reduce the number of falls. The investigators seek to contribute with relevant information and enlighten the Dual Task-Pilates program as a safe strategy to reduce falls and maintain elderly's autonomy.
Who can participate
Age range
60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Older adults (≥ 60 years)
* Both sexes
* Healthy (no diseases or diagnoses that prevent physical exercise)
* Community-dwelling
Exclusion Criteria:
* Individuals diagnosed with medical conditions for which physical activity is not recommended, including, but not limited to, musculoskeletal problems, cardiovascular diseases, and/or severe respiratory diseases.
* Participants with neurological diseases or disabling conditions that compromise balance.
* Individuals with moderate or severe cognitive impairment, according to established normative test values.
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
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6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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What they're measuring
1
Balance- Biodex balance System SD
Timeframe: Baseline, post 20 weeks.
2
Stability of the trunk muscles- Stabilzer Pressure Biofeedback Unit
Timeframe: Baseline, post 20 weeks
3
Balance- Single-Leg Stance Test
Timeframe: Baseline, post 20 weeks.
4
Functional Fitness (Strength)- SFT
Timeframe: Baseline, 20 weeks.
5
Functional Fitness (Flexibility)- SFT
Timeframe: Beseline, post 20 weeks.
6
Cardiorespiratory endurance- SFT
Timeframe: Baseline, post 20 weeks.
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Dynamic balance and agility- 8-Foot Up-and-Go Test