Frenkel Exercises in Geriatric Balance and Fall Prevention

Okan University

Status

Completed

Conditions

Healthy Aging

Treatments

Other: Frenkel Stabilization Exercises

Study type

Interventional

Funder types

Other

Identifiers

NCT06990828

29.09.2021/142

Details and patient eligibility

About

Aging is a natural process starting from birth and progressing through childhood and adulthood, marked by physical and mental decline, including musculoskeletal, cognitive, and motor deterioration. It often results in common conditions such as visual and hearing impairments, sleep disturbances, urinary incontinence, hypertension, dementia, cardiovascular diseases, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, gait abnormalities, and frequent falls. Osteoporosis contributes to decreased bone density and structural integrity, impairing posture and balance.

Balance, maintained through the integration of vestibular, visual, and proprioceptive inputs, becomes impaired with aging, increasing fall risk and injury. Falls are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly, affecting one-third of individuals over 65 annually. Risk factors are classified as intrinsic (e.g., muscle weakness, gait issues, chronic diseases) and extrinsic (e.g., poor lighting, unsafe flooring).

Physical inactivity in older adults leads to reduced strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional health, requiring greater effort for daily tasks. Early detection of reduced physical fitness and the implementation of targeted exercise programs are essential to prevent functional decline and falls. Evidence supports the effectiveness of strength and balance exercises in reducing fall-related injuries and fear of falling.

Exercise improves both physical and psychological well-being in older adults, enhancing social participation, flexibility, strength, bone mineral density, and spinal mobility. This study aims to investigate the effects of Frenkel's Stabilization Exercises on balance, physical performance, and fear of falling in healthy geriatric individuals.

Enrollment

20 patients

Sex

All

Ages

65+ years old

Volunteers

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

Individuals aged 65 years and older,
Individuals who are able to comprehend the questions in the data collection forms,
Volunteers who are willing to participate in the study.

Exclusion criteria

Individuals with painful or painless orthopedic conditions that could significantly affect physical performance,
Individuals with serious orthopedic or systemic disorders that would prevent them from participating in exercise.