Measuring Movement and Behaviors in Older Adults
Validation of Cut-points to Estimate Sedentary Time and Physical Activity Intensities in Older Adults
University of Castilla-La Mancha · NCT04173715
This study is testing new ways to measure how much older adults move and what kinds of activities they do to better understand their physical health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Castilla-La Mancha (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Toledo) |
| Trial ID | NCT04173715 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to validate specific raw accelerometer cut points for individuals aged 65 and older, focusing on their functional status. Participants will be divided into four groups based on their physical function and will engage in various intensity physical activities while wearing accelerometers and portable gas analyzers. The study will assess energy expenditure and accelerations to derive cut-points for sedentary behavior, light physical activity, and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. This research addresses the lack of validated cut-points for older adults, which is crucial for accurately measuring their physical activity levels.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are non-institutionalized individuals aged 65 and older with a physical function assessment score greater than 3.
Not a fit: Patients who have started an exercise program or have significant cognitive impairment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide tailored physical activity guidelines for older adults, enhancing their health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on accelerometer cut-points in younger populations, this approach for older adults is relatively novel and underexplored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 65 years and older * Non-institutionalized * Physical function assessment (SPPB\>3) Exclusion Criteria: * Have started an exercise program. * Mini-Mental Score \< 18. * Presenting any physical activity contraindication.
Where this trial is running
Toledo
- Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Laboratorio de Actividad Física y Función Muscular — Toledo, Spain (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ignacio Ara Royo — Univeristy of Castilla-La Mancha
- Study coordinator: Ignacio Ara Royo
- Email: Ignacio.Ara@uclm.es
- Phone: +34 925268800
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: Aging, Physical Function, Frailty Syndrome, Physical Disability, Lifestyle, Sedentary, Cut-Points, Accelerometry, Physical Activity Quantification