The Effects of Light-Targeted Balance Training on Balance, Functional Performance, and Fear of Falling in Individuals With a History of Falls

NCT07775183 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 61351342/020-2288
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 50
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

In recent years, exercise programs based on visual stimuli have been reported to improve balance and motor control . However, studies investigating the effects of light-targeted balance training on balance, functional performance, and fear of falling in individuals with a history of falls are limited. The aim of this study is to determine the effects of light-targeted balance training on balance, functional performance, and fear of falling in individuals with a history of falls. In addition, the study aims to investigate whether this training method provides additional benefits compared with traditional balance training. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the development of rehabilitation programs aimed at preventing falls.

Conditions

Accidental Falls; Balance Impairment; Fear of Falling

Keywords

balance training; rehabilitation; functional performance

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Change in Balance Performance (Berg Balance Scale)

  Balance performance is assessed using the Berg Balance Scale (BBS). The scale consists of 14 functional tasks scored from 0 to 4. The total score ranges from 0 to 56, where higher scores indicate better balance and lower fall risk.

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

Secondary Outcomes (6)

• Change in Functional Mobility (Timed Up and Go Test - TUG)

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

• Change in Dynamic Balance (Y-Balance Test)

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

• Change in Lower Body Strength (30-Second Chair Stand Test)

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

• Change in Gait Speed (10-Meter Walk Test - 10MWT)

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

• Change in Fear of Falling (Falls Efficacy Scale-International - FES-I)

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

Study Arms (2)

Experimental Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in this group will receive light-targeted balance training in addition to the standard program.

Behavioral: Light- Targeted Balance Training

Control Group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Participants in this group will receive standard balance exercises.

Behavioral: Standard Balance Training

Interventions

Light- Targeted Balance Training BEHAVIORAL

Exercises aimed at improving coordination, balance, and functional performance using visual and auditory cues.

Experimental Group

Standard Balance Training BEHAVIORAL

Conventional balance training exercises.

Control Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 95 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• History of at least one fall within the past 12 months
• Age 18 years or older
• Ability to walk independently or with an assistive device
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and visual instructions
• Voluntary participation in the study and provision of written informed consent by signing the informed consent form

You may not qualify if:

• Acute orthopedic injury or an active musculoskeletal condition causing pain
• History of lower extremity surgery within the past 6 months
• Advanced neurological disorders (e.g., advanced Parkinson's disease, advanced dementia)
• Severe vestibular dysfunction or significant visual impairment
• Medical conditions that contraindicate exercise due to severe cardiovascular disease
• Advanced systemic diseases that severely affect balance

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Uskudar University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Uskudar University

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

Central Study Contacts

Shirin Khezritomatari

CONTACT

+905342494709; shirin.khezry8401@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: August 15, 2026
• First Posted: August 20, 2026
• Study Start: July 31, 2026
• Primary Completion: September 30, 2026
• Study Completion: September 30, 2026
• Last Updated: August 31, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-08

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)