Tokyo, Dec. 24 -- UMIN Clinical Trials Registry (UMIN-CTR) received information related to the study (UMIN000060187) titled 'How 12 Weeks of Balance-Based Resistance Training Affects Muscle and Balance in Older Adults' on Dec. 23.
Study Type:
Interventional
Study Design:
Basic Design - Parallel
Randomization - Randomized
Blinding - Open -but assessor(s) are blinded
Control - Active
Primary Sponsor:
Institute - None.
Condition:
Condition - Age-related balance impairment and muscle dysfunction in older adults
Classification by malignancy - Others
Genomic information - NO
Objective:
Narrative objectives1 - The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the effects of a 12-week unstable surfaces resistance training (URT) program compared to stable resistance training (SRT) on muscle stiffness, muscle co-activation, and balance performance in older adults. This study aims to determine whether URT can improve neuromuscular efficiency, reduce joint pain, and enhance balance, thereby reducing fall risk and supporting functional independence in the elderly population.
Basic objectives2 - Efficacy
Intervention:
Interventions/Control_1 - Unstable Resistance Training (URT): Participants performed lower-limb instability resistance training for 12 weeks (3 sessions per week). Each session included warm-up, main training, and cool-down. The training involved exercises like squats, lunges, and step-ups performed on unstable surfaces (e.g., balance pads). The intensity and duration were progressively increased and matched with the control group.
Interventions/Control_2 - Standard Resistance Training (SRT): Participants performed traditional lower-limb resistance training for 12 weeks (3 sessions per week). Exercises included bodyweight or resistance band squats, lunges, and step-ups on stable surfaces. The intensity and total training volume were matched to the URT group to ensure comparability.
Eligibility:
Age-lower limit - 65
years-old
=
Gender - Male and Female
Key inclusion criteria - Aged between 65 and 75 years.
Able to walk independently on level ground and up/down stairs with normal joint function (flexion and extension).
No history of hip, knee, or ankle pain, surgery, or trauma in the last six months.
Willing to voluntarily participate and sign the informed consent form.
Key exclusion criteria - Presence of any severe neuromusculoskeletal injuries or diseases.
Diagnosed with serious cardiovascular, cerebrovascular diseases, or mental disorders.
Inability to perform or cooperate with the required physical tasks.
Known allergy to surface electrodes.
Any other severe medical conditions or reasons that may prevent completion of the study.
Target Size - 50
Recruitment Status:
Recruitment status - Completed
Date of protocol fixation - 2024 Year 04 Month 01 Day
Date of IRB - 2024 Year 06 Month 01 Day
Anticipated trial start date - 2024 Year 06 Month 01 Day
Last follow-up date - 2025 Year 10 Month 01 Day
To know more, visit https://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000068838
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