Healthy AgingNCT06990828
Frenkel Exercises in Geriatric Balance and Fall Prevention
A study testing Frenkel Stabilization Exercises in people with Healthy Aging, run by Okan University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Aging is a natural process starting from birth and progressing through childhood and adulthood, marked by physical and mental decline, including musculoskeletal, cognitive, and motor deterioration. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 65 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Healthy Aging
- What is being tested?
- Frenkel Stabilization Exercises
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 20 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 19 Nov 2021to 30 Mar 2022
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 65 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Individuals aged 65 years and older,
- Individuals who are able to comprehend the questions in the data collection forms,
- Volunteers who are willing to participate in the study.
Who cannot join
- Individuals with painful or painless orthopedic conditions that could significantly affect physical performance,
- Individuals with serious orthopedic or systemic disorders that would prevent them from participating in exercise.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Frenkel's Stabilization Exercises on Balance, Physical Performance, and Fear of Falling in Geriatric Individuals
Aging is a natural process starting from birth and progressing through childhood and adulthood, marked by physical and mental decline, including musculoskeletal, cognitive, and motor deterioration. It often results in common conditions such as visual and hearing impairments, sleep disturbances, urinary incontinence, hypertension, dementia, cardiovascular diseases, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, gait abnormalities, and frequent falls. Osteoporosis contributes to decreased bone density and structural integrity, impairing posture and balance.
Balance, maintained through the integration of vestibular, visual, and proprioceptive inputs, becomes impaired with aging, increasing fall risk and injury. Falls are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly, affecting one-third of individuals over 65 annually. Risk factors are classified as intrinsic (e.g., muscle weakness, gait issues, chronic diseases) and extrinsic (e.g., poor lighting, unsafe flooring).
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Physical inactivity in older adults leads to reduced strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional health, requiring greater effort for daily tasks. Early detection of reduced physical fitness and the implementation of targeted exercise programs are essential to prevent functional decline and falls. Evidence supports the effectiveness of strength and balance exercises in reducing fall-related injuries and fear of falling.
Exercise improves both physical and psychological well-being in older adults, enhancing social participation, flexibility, strength, bone mineral density, and spinal mobility. This study aims to investigate the effects of Frenkel's Stabilization Exercises on balance, physical performance, and fear of falling in healthy geriatric individuals.
- Conditions
- Healthy Aging
- Being tested
- Frenkel Stabilization Exercises
- Keywords
- balance, fear of falling, physical performance, frenkel stabilitation exercises
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Frenkel Stabilization ExercisesOther
Participants included in the study will undergo a program of Frenkel Stabilization Exercises.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Experimental | Participants included in the study will undergo a program of Frenkel Stabilization Exercises. Receives: Other: Frenkel Stabilization Exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Tinetti Balance and Gait Test
This test evaluates balance ability and walking under two main categories. The first nine items assess balance, while the following seven items evaluate gait.
The total score of the balance items gives the balance score, and the total of the gait items gives the gait score.
The sum of both scores represents the overall test score. Higher scores indicate a lower risk of falling.
Measured: 20 days
The Alusti Test
The physical performance of the participants will be assessed using the Alusti Test.
This test, designed for geriatric individuals, consists of 10 items and is scored out of 100 to evaluate physical performance.
According to the total score, levels of mobility are classified as follows:
0-30: Completely dependent mobility 31-40: Severely dependent mobility 41-50: Moderately dependent mobility 51-60: Mildly dependent mobility 61-75: Good mobility 76-90: Very good mobility 91-100: Excellent mobility
Measured: 20 days
The International Fall Efficacy Scale
The International Fall Efficacy Scale (FES-I) will be used to assess fear of falling.
The scale evaluates older adults' confidence and level of fear of falling during activities of daily living.
It has been translated into many languages and is widely used. The total score ranges from 16 to 64, with higher scores indicating a greater fear of falling.
Measured: 20 days
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted25 May 2025
- Study start19 Nov 2021
- Primary completion30 Jan 2022
- Study completion30 Mar 2022
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Healthy AgingStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 20 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Okan University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Emine Atıcı, Okan University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06990828
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 29.09.2021/142
- Status last verified
- Apr 2026
- First submitted
- 17 May 2025
- Last updated
- 13 Apr 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 13 Apr 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Frenkel's Stabilization Exercises on Balance, Physical Performance, and Fear of Falling in Geriatric Individuals
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06990828
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 29.09.2021/142
- Conditions
- Healthy Aging
- Keywords
- balance, fear of falling, physical performance, frenkel stabilitation exercises
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 20 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Okan UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 19 Nov 2021 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Jan 2022 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Mar 2022 (actual)
- First posted
- 25 May 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Aging is a natural process starting from birth and progressing through childhood and adulthood, marked by physical and mental decline, including musculoskeletal, cognitive, and motor deterioration. It often results in common conditions such as visual and hearing impairments, sleep disturbances, urinary incontinence, hypertension, dementia, cardiovascular diseases, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, gait abnormalities, and frequent falls. Osteoporosis contributes to decreased bone density and structural integrity, impairing posture and balance.
Balance, maintained through the integration of vestibular, visual, and proprioceptive inputs, becomes impaired with aging, increasing fall risk and injury. Falls are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly, affecting one-third of individuals over 65 annually. Risk factors are classified as intrinsic (e.g., muscle weakness, gait issues, chronic diseases) and extrinsic (e.g., poor lighting, unsafe flooring).
Physical inactivity in older adults leads to reduced strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional health, requiring greater effort for daily tasks. Early detection of reduced physical fitness and the implementation of targeted exercise programs are essential to prevent functional decline and falls. Evidence supports the effectiveness of strength and balance exercises in reducing fall-related injuries and fear of falling.
Exercise improves both physical and psychological well-being in older adults, enhancing social participation, flexibility, strength, bone mineral density, and spinal mobility. This study aims to investigate the effects of Frenkel's Stabilization Exercises on balance, physical performance, and fear of falling in healthy geriatric individuals.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Experimental | Other: Frenkel Stabilization ExercisesParticipants included in the study will undergo a program of Frenkel Stabilization Exercises. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 65 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Individuals aged 65 years and older,
- Individuals who are able to comprehend the questions in the data collection forms,
- Volunteers who are willing to participate in the study.
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Individuals with painful or painless orthopedic conditions that could significantly affect physical performance,
- Individuals with serious orthopedic or systemic disorders that would prevent them from participating in exercise.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Frenkel Stabilization ExercisesParticipants included in the study will undergo a program of Frenkel Stabilization Exercises. | Other | Group 1 |
Primary outcome
Tinetti Balance and Gait Test
Time frame: 20 days
This test evaluates balance ability and walking under two main categories. The first nine items assess balance, while the following seven items evaluate gait. The total score of the balance items gives the balance score, and the total of the gait items gives the gait score. The sum of both scores represents the overall test score. Higher scores indicate a lower risk of falling.
The Alusti Test
Time frame: 20 days
The physical performance of the participants will be assessed using the Alusti Test. This test, designed for geriatric individuals, consists of 10 items and is scored out of 100 to evaluate physical performance. According to the total score, levels of mobility are classified as follows: 0-30: Completely dependent mobility 31-40: Severely dependent mobility 41-50: Moderately dependent mobility 51-60: Mildly dependent mobility 61-75: Good mobility 76-90: Very good mobility 91-100: Excellent mobility
The International Fall Efficacy Scale
Time frame: 20 days
The International Fall Efficacy Scale (FES-I) will be used to assess fear of falling. The scale evaluates older adults' confidence and level of fear of falling during activities of daily living. It has been translated into many languages and is widely used. The total score ranges from 16 to 64, with higher scores indicating a greater fear of falling.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 13 Apr 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Frenkel Stabilization Exercises in people with Healthy Aging, run by Okan University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 13 Apr 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Tinetti Balance and Gait Test (time frame: 20 days). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 13 Apr 2026.