Multicomponent exercise program with virtual reality for older hospitalized patients
Effect of a Multicomponent Exercise Program With Virtual Reality (MEP-VR) Versus Standard Approaches on Functional and Cognitive Domains in Hospitalised Geriatric Patients: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · Fundacion Miguel Servet · NCT06469554
This study tests if adding virtual reality to a special exercise program can help older hospitalized patients feel stronger and think better compared to standard exercise and usual care.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 255 (estimated) |
| Ages | 75 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fundacion Miguel Servet (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Pamplona, Navarra) |
| Trial ID | NCT06469554 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a Multicomponent Exercise Program with Virtual Reality (MEP-VR) compared to a standard Multicomponent Exercise Program (MEP-only) and usual care in improving functional and cognitive outcomes in hospitalized older adults. Participants aged 75 and older will be randomly assigned to one of three groups, with the intervention taking place over four consecutive days. The study will assess whether the addition of virtual reality enhances the benefits of physical exercise and cognitive stimulation for this population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are hospitalized adults aged 75 years or older who can walk and cooperate, with a Barthel Index score of at least 60.
Not a fit: Patients with severe dementia, terminal illness, or clinical instability may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the functional and cognitive health of hospitalized older adults, potentially reducing the risk of long-term decline.
How similar studies have performed: While multicomponent exercise programs have shown benefits, the specific use of virtual reality in this context is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 75 years or older * Barthel Index score of at least 60 points * Able to walk and cooperate * Estimated hospital stay of at least 4 days * Able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Severe dementia * Terminal illness * Clinical instability
Where this trial is running
Pamplona, Navarra
- Hospital Universitario de Navarra — Pamplona, Navarra, Spain (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nicolas Martínez-Velilla, PhD
- Email: nicolas.martinez.velilla@navarra.es
- Phone: Spain +34 848-422222
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: Hospital Acquired Condition, Frailty, Hospital-associated functional decline, Cognitive stimulation, Physical exercise, Virtual Reality, Multicomponent exercise program