The Effects of Static Versus Dynamic Exercises on Balance and Activity Balance Confidence In The Elderly Population With Locomotive Syndrome

NCT ID: NCT07104747

Last Updated: 2025-08-05

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: COMPLETED
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 30 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2025-02-08
• Study Completion Date: 2025-05-28

Brief Summary

This research aimed to explore the comparative effects of static and dynamic balance training on postural stability and activity-specific balance confidence among elderly individuals diagnosed with locomotive syndrome. A single-blinded, randomized clinical trial was conducted at a shelter home, where thirty participants between the ages of 60 and 75 were randomly assigned to two intervention groups. One group received static balance exercises, while the other group engaged in dynamic balance training. Both interventions were delivered three times per week over a six-week period. Standardized assessment tools, including the Y-Balance Test and the Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale, were used to evaluate outcomes related to balance and self- perceived confidence in performing daily activities. The study was designed to determine the more effective approach for enhancing mobility and promoting independence in the elderly population affected by locomotive syndrome.

Conditions

Locomotive Syndrome

Study Design

• Allocation Method: RANDOMIZED
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Primary Study Purpose: PREVENTION
• Blinding Strategy: SINGLE

Study Groups

Static Exercise Intervention

Participants performed static balance exercises three times per week for six weeks, progressing in difficulty over time. In weeks 1-2, exercises were performed with support and included tandem standing, standing on a balance cushion, lunges with hand support, and one-leg stands. In weeks 3-4, the same exercises were done without support, and in weeks 5-6, they were performed with eyes closed to increase sensory challenge. Exercise duration progressed from 3 sets of 60 seconds to 5 sets of 90 seconds, and finally 7 sets of 120 seconds per movement.

Group Type: EXPERIMENTAL

Static Exercise Intervention

Intervention Type: PROCEDURE

Static exercises generally involve maintaining a fixed position without movement-such as standing on one leg or holding a specific posture-emphasizing isometric muscle control and stability.

Dynamic Exercise Intervention

This group engaged in dynamic balance exercises, also three times weekly for six weeks, with progressive complexity. Initial sessions (weeks 1-2) included walking with obstacles,tandem walking with support, small-step lunges, and supported step-ups.Weeks 3-4 incorporated cognitive elements and increased difficulty,while weeks 5-6 introduced sensory challenges like walking with eyes closed. Repetitions increased from 3sets of 60 seconds to 7 sets of 120 seconds, aligning with the progression in task complexity.

Group Type: ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

(Dynamic Exercises Group

Intervention Type: PROCEDURE

Dynamic exercises were structured across three progressive stages-basic, moderate, and advanced-each increasing in complexity and difficulty. These exercises were performed in various positions, including sitting, standing, and walking.

Interventions

Static Exercise Intervention

Static exercises generally involve maintaining a fixed position without movement-such as standing on one leg or holding a specific posture-emphasizing isometric muscle control and stability.

Intervention Type: PROCEDURE

(Dynamic Exercises Group

Dynamic exercises were structured across three progressive stages-basic, moderate, and advanced-each increasing in complexity and difficulty. These exercises were performed in various positions, including sitting, standing, and walking.

Intervention Type: PROCEDURE

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Able to walk independently People with locomotive syndrome Can be able to perform exercise and listen to the therapist

Exclusion Criteria

• Any mental illness Any systemic Illness

• Minimum Eligible Age: 60 Years
• Maximum Eligible Age: 75 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes

Sponsors

University of Faisalabad

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

Dr Izza Ayub; PT

Dr

Responsibility Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

Dr Izza Ayub; PT

Faisalābad, , Pakistan

Countries

Pakistan

Other Identifiers

TUF/PB/33/1026/33

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id