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NCT Number: NCT07582367

Gait and Cognitive Function in Relation to Foot Arch Structure in Older Adults

This study aims to investigate the relationship between foot arch structure and spatiotemporal gait parameters and cognitive function in older adults. Foot arch integrity will be assessed using the Navicular Drop Test, and gait performance will be evaluated using the 10-Meter Walk Test. Cognitive-motor interaction will be examined through lower extremity reaction time using a light-based system. The study is designed as an observational cross-sectional analysis.

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Key information

Conditions

Gait Cognitive Function Foot Biomechanics

Age range

65 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Aged 65 years or older
  • Able to walk independently for at least 10 meters without assistive devices
  • Able to understand study procedures and provide informed consent
  • Having sufficient cognitive and physical capacity to comply with the assessment protocol

Exclusion criteria

  • Diagnosed neurological disorders affecting gait and motor control (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis)
  • Diagnosed dementia or Alzheimer's disease, or Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score below 24
  • Severe visual or hearing impairment that cannot be corrected and may affect reaction time testing
  • History of major lower extremity or spinal surgery within the last 6 months Severe musculoskeletal conditions affecting gait (e.g., advanced osteoarthritis, severe pain, active inflammation, open wounds, or recent fractures in the lower extremity)
  • Presence of severe balance disorders (e.g., vertigo)

Treatment and study plan

Observational Assessment

Other

This is an observational study with no intervention. Participants will undergo assessments of foot arch structure, gait parameters, and cognitive-motor performance.

Primary outcomes

  1. Gait Speed (m/s)

    Time frame: Baseline (single session)

    Gait speed will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Walking speed will be recorded in meters per second (m/s).

  2. Cadence (steps/min)

    Time frame: Baseline (single session)

    Cadence will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Cadence will be recorded as steps per minute.

  3. Step Length (m)

    Time frame: Baseline (single session)

    Step length will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Step length will be recorded in meters.

  4. Double Support Time (%)

    Time frame: Baseline (single session)

    Double support time will be assessed using the 10-Meter Walk Test under comfortable walking conditions. Double support time will be recorded as a percentage of the gait cycle.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Lower extremity reaction time

    Time frame: Baseline (single session)

    Reaction time will be measured using a visual stimulus-based system (Light Trainer). The time between stimulus onset and foot contact response will be recorded in milliseconds. Multiple trials will be averaged to obtain the final value.

  2. Navicular Drop Test (mm)

    Time frame: Baseline (single session)

    Medial longitudinal arch mobility will be assessed using the Navicular Drop Test. The vertical displacement of the navicular tuberosity from seated subtalar neutral position to standing position will be measured in millimeters.

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Ebru Tekin, Lecturer

CONTACT

[email protected]

+90 266 614 69 11

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Balikesir University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Relationship Between Foot Arch Structure, Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters, and Cognitive Function in Older Adults

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
May 12, 2026
Registry last updated
May 12, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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