About this trial
The goal of this intervention study is to determine if a new electronic stimulation device, similar to a TENS can improve balance and make walking easier in older individuals with reduced balance function. The main question aims to answer the following:
Can using the device improve walking speed in older individuals?
Participants will be asked to perform a number of tasks while wearing the device:
Walk for 6 minutes
* Stand in place while having balance measured (eyes open and closed) * Stand on a foam block while having balance measured (eyes open and closed) * Sit in a chair that will tilt +/- 20 degrees while wearing goggles that take videos of the participants eyes.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
None
Disqualifiers
impaired proprioception
significant eye problems
neuromuscular disease
seizure
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Subperceptual Stimulus
- Sham Comparator
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Lead sponsor
University of Western Sydney
Collaborator
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Collaborator
Johns Hopkins University
Collaborator