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Official title Effects of Elastic Band Resistance Exercise on Muscle Strength and Depression in Hospitalized Elderly.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06205147
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- With improved a five-day intensive, low-resistance elastic band exercise program to evaluate its effectiveness in improving total muscle mass, upper and lower extremity muscle strength, self-perceived fear of falling, and depression among hospitalized elderly individuals. This study is a random control trial.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age of 65 years or older.
- Anticipated hospital stay exceeding 7 days.
- Able to follow instructions.
- Four-limb muscle strength of at least three points, and grip strength measurements with a minimum of 26 kilograms for males and 18 kilograms for...
You likely can't join if
- This includes individuals with cardiovascular diseases such as acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, poorly controlled arrhythmias, complete...
- Poorly controlled hypertension, with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg or greater than 200 mmHg under medication.
- Individuals hospitalized due to acute neurological injuries or conditions, such as epilepsy, stroke, or Parkinson's disease.
- Diagnosed with cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.
- Those who require long-term ventilator support and are unable to participate in the program.
- Individuals with impaired consciousness who cannot cooperate.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age of 65 years or older.
- Anticipated hospital stay exceeding 7 days.
- Able to follow instructions.
- Four-limb muscle strength of at least three points, and grip strength measurements with a minimum of 26 kilograms for males and 18 kilograms for females.
- This includes individuals with cardiovascular diseases such as acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, poorly controlled arrhythmias, complete atrioventricular block, acute heart failure, acute myocarditis, acute...
- Poorly controlled hypertension, with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg or greater than 200 mmHg under medication.
- Individuals hospitalized due to acute neurological injuries or conditions, such as epilepsy, stroke, or Parkinson's disease.
- Diagnosed with cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.
- Those who require long-term ventilator support and are unable to participate in the program.
- Individuals with impaired consciousness who cannot cooperate.
- A Glasgow Coma Scale score of less than 12, or inability to correctly answer questions about person, time, place, or follow instructions.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Taipei, Taiwan, Taiwan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Taipei, Taiwan, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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