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New treatment option for Frailty
Official title Cognitive Groove (Brought to You by GERAS DANCE)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06870149
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to determine the effect of a community-based rehabilitation intervention (Cognitive Groove, Brought to you by GERAS DANCE), compared to usual care, on clinical outcomes in community-dwelling older adults living with frailty. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 to 100
You may be able to join if
- Community-dwelling aged ≥65 years
- At high risk for mobility disability/functional limitations as assessed by the FRAIL Scale ≥2
- Able to ambulate independently (25 m) with or without an assistive device
- Able to follow two-step instructions
- Medical clearance from referring clinician, or for self-referrals, medical clearance from family physician to safely participate in exercise
You likely can't join if
- Unable to speak or understand English
- Current regular participation in a structured exercise program or receiving active physical therapy services
- Severe cardiac or pulmonary disease
- Unstable angina or heart failure
- Severe osteoarthritis (e.g., awaiting joint replacement)
- Parkinson's disease or other progressive neurological disorder
See the full eligibility criteria
- Community-dwelling aged ≥65 years
- At high risk for mobility disability/functional limitations as assessed by the FRAIL Scale ≥2
- Able to ambulate independently (25 m) with or without an assistive device
- Able to follow two-step instructions
- Medical clearance from referring clinician, or for self-referrals, medical clearance from family physician to safely participate in exercise
- Can arrange transportation to the YMCA up to 2 times per week
- Unable to speak or understand English
- Current regular participation in a structured exercise program or receiving active physical therapy services
- Severe cardiac or pulmonary disease
- Unstable angina or heart failure
- Severe osteoarthritis (e.g., awaiting joint replacement)
- Parkinson's disease or other progressive neurological disorder
- Receiving palliative care
- Travel/commitments requiring missing more than two weeks
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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 to 100 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 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.