Improving mobility for older hospitalized patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This trial investigates the effects of supervised ambulation by mobility technicians on hospitalized patients aged 65 and older. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the intervention of ambulation sessions up to three times daily or usual care. The study aims to evaluate the impact on mobility at discharge, identify patients who benefit most from the intervention, and analyze the overall costs associated with care. Participants will wear accelerometers to monitor their movement throughout their hospital stay.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Participants must meet all of the inclusion criteria listed below to participate in this study:

1. ≥65 years of age
2. Admitted to a medical service
3. Complete history and physical examination on file
4. 6-Clicks score of 16-23
5. Insurance with Traditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage

Exclusion Criteria:

Any patient meeting any of the exclusion criteria listed below at baseline will be excluded from study participation:

1. Significant language barrier that requires a translator (other than Spanish at Baystate site only)
2. Discharge planned for that day or the following day
3. Observation status
4. Surgical procedure planned
5. Patients diagnosed with unstable angina or other medical conditions precluding participation in exercise/ambulation
6. Permanent residence in a skilled nursing facility
7. Comfort care measures only
8. \>48 hours since admission
9. Active infection with COVID-19
10. Other active infection requiring contact or droplet precautions
11. Order for bedrest

Where it's running

• Baystate Medical Center
  Springfield, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting
• Fairview Hospital
  Cleveland, Ohio, United States Recruiting
• Cleveland Clinic- Main Campus
  Cleveland, Ohio, United States Recruiting
• Hillcrest Hospital
  Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States Recruiting
• Marymount Hospital
  Garfield Heights, Ohio, United States Terminated

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Michael Rothberg, M.D. — The Cleveland Clinic
• Study coordinator: Michael Rothberg, M.D.
• Email: rothbem@ccf.org
• Phone: 216-445-0719

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.