Monitoring the health of older adults in rural areas
Official title: Integrated Monitoring for Independent Living in Rural Settings
Run by European University Miguel de Cervantes · NCT06974006 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see how technology can help keep older adults in rural areas healthy by checking their fitness and spotting any health risks.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 82 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | European University Miguel de Cervantes Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Valladolid, Valladolid and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 15, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 30, 2028 |
| Study ends | January 15, 2029 |
| Registry record updated | October 19, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06974006 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are individuals aged 60 years or older residing in rural municipalities with fewer than 20,000 inhabitants.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with cognitive impairments or those who have been hospitalized for a week or more in the month prior to the study may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on older adults aged 60 and above living in rural areas of Castilla y León, Spain. It aims to monitor their physical fitness and frailty using various health devices to assess their well-being and identify potential health risks. The study addresses the challenges posed by geographical dispersion and limited access to healthcare services in these regions. By utilizing technology, the study seeks to enhance the quality of life for older adults and promote preventive measures against age-related conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved health monitoring and preventive care for older adults in rural areas.
How similar studies have gone: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific focus on rural older adults using advanced monitoring devices is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * People living in rural areas of less than 20,000 inhabitants belonging to the Diputación de Valladolid. * People aged 60 years or older. Exclusion Criteria: * People with cognitive impairment and difficulty in understanding and responding to verbal commands. * People who have been admitted to hospital for more than or equal to one week in the last month prior to inclusion in the study.
Where it's running
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Miguel de Cervantes European University
Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain Recruiting -
Miguel de Cervantes European University
Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Susana López Ortiz, PhD — Miguel de Cervanyes European University
- Study coordinator: Susana López Ortiz
- Email: slopezo@uemc.es
- Phone: +34 983 001 000
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.