Comparative Effects of Sensory Integration Therapy and Balance Board Training in Community Dwelling Older Adults

ConditionGeriatrics
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age60-75
SponsorRiphah International University

About this trial

Balance plays a significant role in stability and walking and it's essential for improving the quality of life and functional autonomy while reducing the risk of falling. This research intends to shed light on the advantages of sensory integration therapy and balance board training because it is important to addressing the issues related to ageing and their possible effects.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Should be living independently (FIM 108-126).

No history of lower limb injury in the 1 year prior to the study.

Individuals with MMSE score greater than or equal to 24.

Individuals with BBS score 41-56.

Disqualifiers

Individuals with recent cardiac or neurological changes in medical status.

Individuals with recent surgical procedures within the last 6 months will not include in the study.

Individuals with the presence of inner ear problems, dizziness, long-term medication.

A history of injury within 1 year before the study.

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Sensory Integration Therapy
  • Balance Board Training

Treatment groups

58 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups