TEXAS; Trampoline Exercise Acceptability Study.
Research type
Research Study
Full title
A single-centre randomised controlled feasibility trial investigating the effects of trampoline exercise on balance strength in adults aged between 60 – 70 years.
IRAS ID
303099
Contact name
Sarah Smith
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Cumbria
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 2 months, 1 days
Research summary
All people are affected by the process of ageing, which is characterized by a loss of muscle mass, balance and impaired motor control. Physical activity has been promoted as a preventive measure to improve neuromuscular and musculoskeletal functions. In order to remain independent and to be able to carry out daily activities, it is essential that older people maintain appropriate levels of strength in the lower limbs as well as sufficient gait speed and good postural control.
Exercises on a trampoline consist of a multicomponent approach addressing strength, postural balance, muscle coordinative responses, joint movement amplitudes and spatial orientations. Whilst there has been a number of studies investigating the use of mini trampolines for intervention in older adults (mainly women) none have been delivered in the community setting, but instead they have been in inpatient environments. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a combined balance and strength intervention on a mini-trampoline performed by older persons aged between 60-70 years on static balance, functional mobility and strength of the lower limbs.
This study is a randomised control trial to evaluate the effectiveness of trampoline (using trampolines manufactured by Bellicon Deutschland GmbH) activity compared to standard land-based activity. The plan for this study is to offer community dwelling adults between the ages of 60-70 years twice weekly activity sessions for the duration of 6 weeks. Outcome measures will include; Timed Up and Go Test, Single leg balance, and ABS scale. Acceptance and engagement will be monitored by way of attendance records. These outcome measures where chosen as they are regularly used by clinicians in the community so are easily replicated.REC name
Yorkshire & The Humber - South Yorkshire Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
21/YH/0229
Date of REC Opinion
28 Oct 2021
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion