Effects of Thoracic Mobility Exercises in Geriatric Individuals

NCT06876922 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 05.10.2023/ 8 / 37
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 28
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Aging leads to a gradual decline in muscle function and structural changes in the musculoskeletal system, which can affect balance and increase the risk of falls. This study aimed to assess the effects of thoracic mobility exercises on balance, exercise capacity, sleep quality, pain, and daily activities in 28 geriatric individuals (65+ years). Participants were divided into two groups: the Thoracic mobility exercises group performed conventional exercises with additional thoracic mobility exercises, while the Conventional physiotherapy exercises group did not.

Conditions

Geriatric

Keywords

Balance; Exercise Capacity; Geriatrics; Thoracic Mobility; Sleep Quality

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Beck Balance Scale

  Beck Balance Scale is a scale that evaluates balance in the elderly, where some performance tests are applied to evaluate the deterioration in balance function. It is a valid tool used in clinical practice and research for the evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions and quantitative definitions of function. It consists of 14 items that are scored by observing performance. A ruler, stopwatch, step, chair and 15-20 minutes are required for the application. The highest score is 56. 0-20 indicates balance disorder, 21-40 indicates acceptable balance, and 41-56 indicates good balance.

  baseline- 6 weeks later

• Time Up-Go test

  To perform the Time Up-Go test, the patient rises from a chair, walks at a comfortable and safe pace to a line on the floor three meters away, turns, and sits back in the chair. The test is attempted once to become familiar with the test. If the patient uses a walking aid, they can perform the test with it. A shorter time indicates better functional performance. A test score of ≥13.5 seconds indicates those at high risk of falling in the community setting. However, threshold values reported in the literature range from 10 to 33 seconds

  baseline- 6 weeks later

Secondary Outcomes (4)

• Evaluation of Exercise Capacity

  baseline- 6 weeks later

• Evaluation of Sleep Quality

  baseline- 6 weeks later

• The Geriatric Pain Scale

  baseline- 6 weeks later

• The Bartel daily life activity assessment scale

  baseline- 6 weeks later

Study Arms (2)

the Thoracic mobility exercises group

EXPERIMENTAL

Thoracic mobility exercises Group: Conventional physiotherapy exercises were given to individuals participating in the Thoracic mobility exercises group. Conventional physiotherapy exercises included warm-up, stretching, strengthening, posture and breathing exercises integrated between them. These exercises were performed in 30-40 minute sessions, 3 days a week and for 6 weeks. Thoracic mobility exercises were applied to individuals participating in the study group in addition to conventional physical therapy exercises.

Other: Thoracic mobility exercises Group

the Conventional physiotherapy exercises group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Conventional physiotherapy exercises Group: Conventional physiotherapy exercises were given to individuals participating in the Conventional physiotherapy exercises group. Conventional physiotherapy exercises included warm-up, stretching, strengthening, posture and breathing exercises integrated between them. These exercises were performed in 30-40 minute sessions, 3 days a week and for 6 weeks. Use this module to add descriptions of each arm in the study and to list the interventions being studied.

Other: the Conventional physiotherapy exercises Group

Interventions

Thoracic mobility exercises Group OTHER

Thoracic mobility exercises Group: Conventional physiotherapy exercises were given to individuals participating in the control group. Conventional physiotherapy exercises included warm-up, stretching, strengthening, posture and breathing exercises integrated between them. These exercises were performed in 30-40 minute sessions, 3 days a week and for 6 weeks. Thoracic mobility exercises were applied to individuals participating in the study group in addition to conventional physical therapy exercises.

the Thoracic mobility exercises group

the Conventional physiotherapy exercises Group OTHER

the Conventional physiotherapy exercises Group: Conventional physiotherapy exercises were given to individuals participating in the Conventional physiotherapy exercises group. Conventional physiotherapy exercises included warm-up, stretching, strengthening, posture and breathing exercises integrated between them. These exercises were performed in 30-40 minute sessions, 3 days a week and for 6 weeks. Use this module to add descriptions of each arm in the study and to list the interventions being studied.

the Conventional physiotherapy exercises group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 65 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Elderly individuals over the age of 65
• Those who scored at least 24 points on the mini mental test
• Those who did not need care in their daily living activities

You may not qualify if:

• Those with uncontrolled Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension
• Those with severe obesity
• Those who use medications that may increase the risk of falling
• Those with serious auditory and visual problems
• Those with physical and psychological problems affecting physical mobility
• Those who have undergone surgery in the last 6 months

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi: lead

Study Sites (1)

Kırşehir Ahi Evran Univercity

Kırşehir, Central, 40100, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic; Dyssomnias; Sleep Wake Disorders; Nervous System Diseases; Mental Disorders

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: DOUBLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT, INVESTIGATOR
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Associate Professor

Model Details: 28 geriatric individuals aged 65 and over who do not need care were included in our study and were divided into 2 groups as thoracic mobility exercises and Conventional physiotherapy exercises by randomization. The Conventional physiotherapy exercises; While the thoracic mobility exercises group was made to do conventional exercises including warm-up, stretching, strengthening, posture and breathing exercises, in addition to these exercises, thoracic mobility exercises were done. The individuals included in the study were studied for a total of 8 weeks, 1 week for baseline, 1 week for 6 weeks later and 6 weeks for exercise training.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: March 3, 2025
• First Posted: March 14, 2025
• Study Start: January 10, 2024
• Primary Completion: March 1, 2024
• Study Completion: June 12, 2024
• Last Updated: March 19, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-03

Locations

TU (1)