Effects of Remote Exercise on Physical Function in Pre-Frail Older Adults (NCT06672640) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Remote Exercise on Physical Function in Pre-Frail Older Adults
South Korea90 participantsStarted 2023-06-01
Plain-language summary
This study aims to compare the effects of remote versus in-person exercise interventions on physical function, balance, gait stability, and fall efficacy in pre-frail older adults aged 65 years and above. Participants are randomly assigned to either a remote exercise group, an in-person exercise group, or a control group. The exercise intervention includes balance, strength, and gait training conducted twice weekly for eight weeks. The control group receives educational materials on physical activity. The primary outcome measures include assessments of balance, lower limb strength, gait ability, and fall efficacy. This study seeks to determine if remote exercise is as effective as in-person exercise in enhancing physical function in pre-frail older adults, potentially providing a feasible alternative to traditional in-person programs and addressing barriers such as limited mobility and access to exercise facilities.
Who can participate
Age range
65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Aged 65 years or older
* Classified as pre-frail based on Fried's frailty criteria (meeting at least two out of five specified indicators)
* Experienced a fall in the preceding six months or have impaired gait and balance (TUG ≥ 13.5 seconds, BBS ≤ 45)
* Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher
* Demonstrate the physical capacity to engage in the remote exercise (e.g., ability to stand from a seated position and walk short distances)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Neurological or musculoskeletal conditions that impede physical activity
* Recent history of severe cardiovascular disease (within the past three months)
* Inability to commit to continuous participation throughout the study period
* Any other medical condition that might interfere with the intervention or pose a risk to the participant
Questions worth asking your doctor
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.
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
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.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Balance ability
Timeframe: Baseline and post-intervention at 8 weeks
2
Lower Limb Strength
Timeframe: Baseline and post-intervention at 8 weeks
3
Gait Ability
Timeframe: Baseline and post-intervention at 8 weeks
4
Fall Efficacy
Timeframe: Baseline and post-intervention at 8 weeks