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Assessing Neural Mechanism of Early Onset Gait Imbalance and Falls in the Aging Population

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to assess neural mechanism of early onset gait imbalance and falls in the aging population. The overarching hypothesis is that aging falls are caused by subclinical impairment in gait and cognition that has distinct neurological causes, and that it can be detected early using cognitive-motor dual task activities.   

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults who are cognitively normal or have mild cognitive impairment will be selected.

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Individuals who are pregnant will be excluded.
  • Individuals who use a gait aid will also be excluded as that may affect validity of a motor dual task.
  • Individuals experiencing severe gait disorder from an alternative cause such as stroke, amputation, congenital mobility impairment, post-traumatic sequalae will be excluded as that would be a confounder for the primary question of this study which is effect and mechanism of aging on gait and fall risk.      

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 1/31/24. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

 

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Farwa Ali, M.B.B.S.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Ashley Bachman

(507) 284-0695

Bachman.Ashley@mayo.edu

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