Reliability and Validity of Tele-Assessment for Functional Performance in Older vs. Younger Adults

Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

Status: Enrolling

Conditions: Young Adults; Older Adults (65 Years and Older); Geriatric Health

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07235267

2025.17031

Details and patient eligibility

About

This cross-sectional, comparative study aims to examine the intra-rater reliability, validity, and feasibility of tele-assessment versions of three functional mobility tests-the Timed Up and Go (TUG), 30-second Sit-to-Stand (30sSTS), and Gait Speed Test (GST)-in community-dwelling older adults (≥65 years). To provide a comparative perspective, the same assessments will also be administered to a younger, healthy control group (18-44 years). The study seeks to determine whether tele-assessment can serve as a robust and practical alternative to in-person testing, thereby enhancing accessibility and ensuring high-quality functional evaluation in geriatric populations.

Enrollment: 180 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 65+ years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion and exclusion criteria

• Inclusion Criteria (Older Adults, ≥65 years) Community-dwelling Independent in activities of daily living Able to provide informed consent Capable of performing TUG, 30sSTS, and GST without assistance
• Inclusion Criteria (Younger Adults, 18-44 years) Healthy individuals without acute or chronic conditions affecting mobility Able to provide informed consent Capable of performing TUG, 30sSTS, and GST independently
• Exclusion Criteria (both groups) Diagnosed neurological disorders (other than age-related decline) Uncontrolled cardiovascular or metabolic disease Recent surgery or fractures Severe cognitive impairment Contraindications to physical activity Lack of access to required telecommunication technology

Trial design

180 participants in 2 patient groups

Primary Cohort: Older Adults

Description:

Primary Cohort (Older adults) included individuals aged ≥65 years, living independently in the community, without severe cognitive, visual, or musculoskeletal impairments that would prevent participation.

Comparison Cohort: Young Adults

Description:

Comparison Cohort (Young Adults) included healthy individuals aged 18-44 years, without acute or chronic health conditions affecting mobility.