The Value of Near-infrared Spectroscopy and Blood Pressure Measurements in Estimating Future Fall Risk in Older Adults

Launched by ACADEMISCH MEDISCH CENTRUM - UNIVERSITEIT VAN AMSTERDAM (AMC-UVA) · Dec 2, 2024

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to understand how certain measurements, such as blood pressure and brain oxygen levels, can help predict the risk of falls in older adults. Falls can be a serious issue for people aged 65 and older, especially for those who have experienced a fall in the past year. The researchers hope to find out if continuous blood pressure monitoring and near-infrared spectroscopy can provide important information about a person's future risk of falling.

To participate in this study, you need to be 65 years or older and have had a fall in the past year. You should also be able to move from lying down to standing up and be able to understand and sign consent forms. If you have a score of 21 or higher on a mental health test, like the Mini-Mental State Examination, that’s a plus. The study is currently recruiting participants, and if you join, you’ll undergo some simple tests to help the researchers gather important data to improve fall prevention strategies for older adults.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 65 years or older
• • History of a fall (in the past year)
• • Ability to perform supine-to-stand manoeuvres.
• • Ability to sign informed consent.
• • a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 21 points or higher or a Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA) - Dutch score of 16 points or higher.
• • Sufficient command of the Dutch language
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Physically not able to perform sit-to-stand and supine-to-stand manoeuvres.
• • Estimated life expectancy of less than one year.