U.S., Sept. 19 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07180030) titled 'Figure-of-eight Backward Walk Test in Elderly' on Sept. 05.
Brief Summary: Mobility is a fundamental element of healthy aging. Balance is a necessary function during mobility for all movements throughout life in elderly individuals. Falls due to balance disorders in elderly individuals cause a decrease in the quality of life. Studies in the literature indicate that 13% of individuals aged 65-69 experience falls, and this rate rises to 46% in individuals over 85. Lower extremity muscle volume and strength gradually decrease with aging. This decreased muscle strength directly impacts individuals' activities of daily living.Normal wal...