Light-Up Shoes on Balance, Fall Risk, and Walking in Geriatric Individuals (NCT07515157) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Light-Up Shoes on Balance, Fall Risk, and Walking in Geriatric Individuals
Turkey (Türkiye)52 participantsStarted 2018-06-03
Plain-language summary
Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of a light-up shoe that creates visual stimuli on balance, walking and fall risk in geriatric individuals.
Methods: Fifty-two geriatric individuals who agreed to participate in this study were assessed under four conditions: 1. barefoot, 2. oxford-type shoes, 3. daily shoes, and 4. light-up shoes that activate when weight is applied to the foot. Balance, walking and fall risk were evaluated in geriatric individuals.
Who can participate
Age range
65 Years – 90 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* being over the age of 65
* living independently in the community,
* agreeing to participate voluntarily,
* being capable of independent mobility,
* having no neurological or musculoskeletal diagnoses
Exclusion Criteria:
* had peripheral sensory neuropathy,
* inner ear problems,
* visual disturbances,
* deformities that restricted standing,
* dementia
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.