Does Participation in a Fall Preparedness Program Improve Fall Efficacy Among Older Adults (NCT06545539)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this study is to determine if a fall preparedness program can reduce the fear of falling in older adults and subsequently improve their function and reduce falls with injury. Participants will perform baseline measures 4 weeks before intervention and again at the start of intervention. They will perform a 12-week intervention and then complete outcome measures again at the conclusion of the program.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: YMCA — Boardman, Ohio
Age range: 60 Years to 105 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Fall Preparedness Exercise Class (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- YMCA — Boardman, Ohio
- Youngstown State University — Youngstown, Ohio
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (330) 941-2407
Email: sstarr@ysu.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.