Gait and Cognitive Function in Relation to Foot Arch Structure in Older Adults
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age65+
SponsorBalikesir University
About this trial
This study aims to investigate the relationship between foot arch structure and spatiotemporal gait parameters and cognitive function in older adults. Foot arch integrity will be assessed using the Navicular Drop Test, and gait performance will be evaluated using the 10-Meter Walk Test. Cognitive-motor interaction will be examined through lower extremity reaction time using a light-based system. The study is designed as an observational cross-sectional analysis.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Aged 65 years or older
Able to walk independently for at least 10 meters without assistive devices
Able to understand study procedures and provide informed consent
Having sufficient cognitive and physical capacity to comply with the assessment protocol
Disqualifiers
Diagnosed neurological disorders affecting gait and motor control (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis)
Diagnosed dementia or Alzheimer's disease, or Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score below 24
Severe visual or hearing impairment that cannot be corrected and may affect reaction time testing
History of major lower extremity or spinal surgery within the last 6 months Severe musculoskeletal conditions affecting gait (e.g., advanced osteoarthritis, severe pain, active inflammation, open wounds, or recent fractures in the lower extremity)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Observational Assessment
Treatment groups
50 Participants
are divided into 1 treatment groupSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov