This study focuses on the "Strength-based Tailored-Exercise Program at Home (STEP@Home)" aimed at improving health outcomes for geriatric patients at risk of hospitalization-associated functional decline. It is a sequential mixed-method study that combines quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Age range
60 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
The 5-item FRAIL Scale (FS)
Timeframe: Baseline
The 5-item FRAIL Scale (FS)
Timeframe: 10th week
The 5-item FRAIL Scale (FS)
Timeframe: 20th week
The 5-item FRAIL Scale (FS)
Timeframe: 28th week
The 11-item Edmonton Frail Scale
Timeframe: Baseline
The 11-item Edmonton Frail Scale
Timeframe: 10th week
The 11-item Edmonton Frail Scale
Timeframe: 20th week
The 11-item Edmonton Frail Scale
Timeframe: 28th week
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)
Timeframe: Baseline
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)
Timeframe: 10th week
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)
Timeframe: 20th week
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)
Timeframe: 28th week