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Can Photobiomodulation Improve Balance and Cognition in Individuals Over 60: a Pilot Feasibility Placebo Randomized Controlled Trial.

NCT07260903 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 60

Last updated 2025-12-03

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Summary

As people age, changes in balance and memory can make daily life more difficult and increase the risk of falls. Falls are one of the main causes of injury, hospitalization and loss of independence in older adults, while even mild declines in memory and concentration can reduce confidence, social participation and overall quality of life. Therefore, safe, affordable, and practical ways to help older adults remain steady on their feet and mentally sharp are urgently needed.

The aim of this project is therefore to conduct a pilot feasibility randomized controlled trial to examine whether regular home-based photobiomodulation can improve balance and cognitive function in adults aged over 60. If successful, this research could help shape future strategies for preventing falls, enhancing wellbeing and maintaining independence in older people.

Conditions

  • Age >60

Interventions

DEVICE

Photobiomodulation

8-weeks photobiomodulation

OTHER

Sham 8-weeks photobiomodulation

The sham device will follow the same protocol but without active light emission.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Central Lancashire

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
60 Years
Max Age
80 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-06-01
Primary Completion
2027-05-01
Completion
2027-07-10

Countries

  • United Kingdom

Study Locations

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