Exercise program to improve fitness and reduce fall risk in elderly people
Effects of Circuit Training Combine With Square-Stepping Exercise, Strength Training and Balance Training on Senior Fitness and Fall Risk in Elderly in the Community
NA · National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University · NCT06358170
This study is testing a new exercise program to see if it can help older adults get fitter and reduce their chances of falling.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 126 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06358170 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of a combined exercise program that includes circuit training, square-stepping exercises, strength training, and balance training on the fitness levels and fall risk of elderly individuals in the community. The program aims to enhance muscle strength, flexibility, cardiorespiratory endurance, and balance, addressing the common internal factors that contribute to falls among seniors. Participants aged 60 and older will engage in this structured exercise regimen, which is designed to be easy to implement in community settings. The study will assess the effectiveness of this intervention in reducing fall risks and improving overall physical fitness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 60 years or older who have normal mobility and no significant exercise risks.
Not a fit: Patients with severe mobility limitations, cognitive impairments, or those unable to complete the assessment process may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce the risk of falls and improve the physical fitness of elderly individuals, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that exercise interventions, particularly those focusing on balance and strength, can effectively reduce fall risks in elderly populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Aged 60 years or older. 2. Determine no exercise risk via ACSM's PAR-Q+ (The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for everyone). 3. SPPB (Short Physical Performance Battery) score of 10 or above indicates normal mobility. 4. Will not participate in other physical exercise programs after starting this program. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Those who are unable to complete the assessment process (due to hearing, vision, etc.) or participate due to limited mobility problems. 2. Those whose cognitive function cannot cooperate with the assessment process. 3. Those whose attendance rate is less than 80%.
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University — Taipei, Taiwan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Wei Tzu Lo
- Email: weitzu@nycu.edu.tw
- Phone: 02-2823-9753
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Circuit-Based Exercise, Exercise Test, Community Health Nursing, Aged, Physical Fitness, community, elderly people, falls