CompletedNot Applicable

Enhance Physical Activity and Intergenerational Relationship Via Connect Active Program (CAP): a Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Hong Kong40 participantsStarted 2024-01-01

Plain-language summary

This study investigates how walking exercises and technology could enhance the quality of life in the older generation. It has three objectives: 1) To examine the effectiveness of the Connect Active Program (CAP) in improving intergenerational relationships, psychological well-being, and physical fitness for older adults; 2) To teach older adults to use mobile apps; 3) To examine the experiences and feedback from participants in using the apps and joining the CAP. This research will provide long-term insights into improving the overall health outcomes of older adults via intergenerational support and increasing the acceptance of mobile technology among older adults.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Younger Adults/Participants: * Aged 18 to 30 * Related to the older adult participant (i.e. family member, relatives) * Able to understand Cantonese * Own a smartphone and have access to the Internet * Able to take part in walking exercise and stretching program * Older Adults/Participants: * Aged 60 or above * Able to understand Cantonese * Own a smartphone and have access to the Internet * Capable to participate in walking exercise and stretching program Exclusion Criteria: * Older Adults/Participants and Younger Adults/Participants: * Diagnosed with a mental disorder by neurologists or psychiatrists * With a history of drug addiction

What they're measuring

Aerobic Capacity and Endurance Evaluation with 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)

Timeframe: Baseline, Week 6

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06202482

SponsorThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-03-31