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Official title Optimizing Strength Training in Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06812143
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The objective of the current study is to determine whether lifting lighter loads close to failure improves strength training adaptations and function in older adults. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
- 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 65 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Males and females aged 65 years and above
- Inactive lifestyle (\< 150 min per week of moderate intensity physical activity) and not regularly participating in a structured strength training...
- Planning to reside in the area for the duration of the study
You likely can't join if
- Severe cardiac disease, including Class III or IV congestive heart failure, clinically significant aortic stenosis, history of cardiac arrest, use of...
- Lung disease requiring either oral or injected steroids, or the use of supplemental oxygen
- Short, portable mental status questionnaire with 3 or more errors
- Severe arthritis (either osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis)
- Cancer requiring treatment in the past 1 year (melanomas excluded)
- Development of chest pain or severe shortness of breath during the 6 min self-paced walk test
See the full eligibility criteria
- Males and females aged 65 years and above
- Inactive lifestyle (\< 150 min per week of moderate intensity physical activity) and not regularly participating in a structured strength training program
- Planning to reside in the area for the duration of the study
- Severe cardiac disease, including Class III or IV congestive heart failure, clinically significant aortic stenosis, history of cardiac arrest, use of a cardiac defibrillator, or uncontrolled angina
- Lung disease requiring either oral or injected steroids, or the use of supplemental oxygen
- Short, portable mental status questionnaire with 3 or more errors
- Severe arthritis (either osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis)
- Cancer requiring treatment in the past 1 year (melanomas excluded)
- Development of chest pain or severe shortness of breath during the 6 min self-paced walk test
- Parkinson's disease or other serious neurological disorders
- Renal disease requiring dialysis
- Current diagnosis of schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders, or bipolar disorder
- Current consumption of more than 14 alcoholic drinks per week
- Severe lower back or shoulder pain that may worsen with weightlifting exercises
- Undergoing physical therapy involving the lower extremities
- Living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities or other similar institutions
- Currently enrolled in another assigned by chance trial involving a pharmaceutical or lifestyle intervention
- Weight change (intentional or not) over the last 6 months of \> 5% of body weight, or plan to lose or gain weight during the study
- Any other cardiovascular, pulmonary, orthopedic, neurologic, or other conditions that would preclude participation and successful completion of the protocol Temporary Exclusion Criteria A person meeting any of the...
- Severe hypertension, e.g., SBP \> 200 mm Hg, DBP \> 110 mm Hg
- Major surgery or fracture or hip/knee replacement within the last 6 months
- Hospitalization within the last 6 months (excluding ER visits)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Flushing, New York, United States
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 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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Flushing, New York, United States. 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.