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Prevention study for Fall Prevention
Official title Advanced Practice Nurses for Fall Incidence PrevenTion in Very Old Robust Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06617806
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- APN-FIT is a hybrid type 1 clinical trial comparing the effect of an APN delivered fall prevention programme with standard care in non-frail patients. All participants will receive a full geriatric assessment at enrolment and, on a voluntary basis, physical activity programmes during the 12-month period.
- Time commitment: about 7 weeks
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 80 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged 80 or over;
- Vigorous according to the " Clinical Frailty Scale " (scores 1, 2, 3) ;
- Having a referring primary care physician working in pairs with the local Advanced Practice Nurse;
- affiliated to a Health Care Plan
- Informed and having signed consent to participate in the research.
You likely can't join if
- Under guardianship or trusteeship;
- Unable to travel to the primary care office or unable to follow the adapted physical activity program;
- Poor understanding of French.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 7 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 80 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.