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A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Effects of Reactive Neuromuscular Training on Balance

NCT ID: NCT00470938

Last Updated: 2008-02-29

Study Results

Results pending

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

PHASE1/PHASE2

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2007-03-31

Study Completion Date

2007-03-31

Brief Summary

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Falls are a major concern for the geriatric population and represent a significant public health problem. Various interventions are being explored to improve balance and decrease falls in the elderly. Success has been shown in some programs; various exercise interventions place emphasis on strength, balance, or endurance exercises. Results reported in the literature are still equivocal. Controversy exists as to optimal types of exercise, and the optimum frequency, duration, and intensity of exercise. It is believed that the SpineForce device, which places a unique combination of strength and balance demands upon the user, can result in rapid increases in balance as compared to other rehabilitation programs. Gains in balance have implications for geriatric populations as well as those seeking enhanced sports performance and injury prevention. The Purpose of this study is to assess the SpineForce device as a novel intervention in the treatment of balance disorders.

Detailed Description

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Conditions

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Balance

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Interventions

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SpineForce Reactive Neuromuscular Trainer

Intervention Type DEVICE

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Young, healthy adults between the ages of 20 - 30, asymptomatic with respect to any balance specific disorder, and who are currently enrolled at Logan College.

Exclusion Criteria

* A previous lower extremity injury;
* Previous lower extremity surgery;
* A visual or vestibular condition with accompanying balance difficulty;
* A diagnosis of Knee osteoarthritis;
* Currently receiving spinal manipulative therapy;
* Current participation in a regular exercise program;
* Use of any prescription medication, or herbal substance that may affect balance;
* Pregnancy
Minimum Eligible Age

20 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

30 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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Logan College of Chiropractic

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Logan College of Chiropractic

Principal Investigators

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Rodger Tepe, PhD

Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR

Logan College of Chiropractic

Other Identifiers

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RD0202070062

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id