CompletedNot Applicable

Functional Impairments and Exercise in Older Adults With Low Physical Function,

Denmark65 participantsStarted 2013-11

Plain-language summary

* Aging is associated with a progressive and generalized deterioration of physiologic systems and greater incidence of chronic conditions, which ultimately translates into functional impairment, disability and dependency. * Physical activity and exercise have been recognized as key pillars for the management of chronic diseases in support of medical treatment, and essential to increase physiologic function, but there is only limited evidence indicating increased physical function, following exercise interventions. One of the greatest challenges in the science of aging and exercise is to understand whether and to which extent exercise and active life-style may postpone the onset of disability and/or reverse physical impairments. * Maintenance/improvements of physical function and mobility should be considered as primary targets for independent living, active engagement in societal challenges, and, more in general, when promoting "active ageing". * The aim of this study is to collect preliminary data to identify the feasibility and sustainability of an "active life-style intervention" in older adults with reduced mobility receiving a preventive home visit from the public health care authority. * This study will represent the base for a larger phase III parallel group study implemented in the public health care setting, with the specific aim of improving physical function and delay the onset of functional impairment in older adults.

Who can participate

Age range

76 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Older adults (age 76 years and above) receiving a visit from the personnel of preventive home unit of municipality of Odense (DK) * Mini Mental State Examination \> = 21 * Self-selected gait speed \< 0,9 m/s * Ability to self-transport to the training facility Exclusion Criteria: * Unstable medical conditions including ECG abnormalities, uncontrolled hypertension, terminal and critical chronic conditions (e.g. cancer, severe heart failure) * Amputation or other severe physical impairments prohibiting participation in the active life-style intervention * Refusal to wear accelerometer

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Changes in leg press muscle power

Timeframe: Changes in muscle power from baseline to 12-week follow up

Trial details

NCT IDNCT02051725

SponsorUniversity of Southern Denmark

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2015-06

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