NCT06672640

Effects of Remote Exercise on Physical Function in Pre-Frail Older Adults

Effects of Remote Exercise on Physical Function in Pre-Frail Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 90 (actual)
• Sponsor: Kyungdong University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 65 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study aims to compare the effects of remote versus in-person exercise interventions on physical function, balance, gait stability, and fall efficacy in pre-frail older adults aged 65 years and above. Participants are randomly assigned to either a remote exercise group, an in-person exercise group, or a control group. The exercise intervention includes balance, strength, and gait training conducted twice weekly for eight weeks. The control group receives educational materials on physical activity. The primary outcome measures include assessments of balance, lower limb strength, gait ability, and fall efficacy. This study seeks to determine if remote exercise is as effective as in-person exercise in enhancing physical function in pre-frail older adults, potentially providing a feasible alternative to traditional in-person programs and addressing barriers such as limited mobility and access to exercise facilities.

Conditions

• Frail Elderly

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	Remote Exercise Program	Participants in this group will engage in an eight-week exercise program conducted via video conferencing software. The sessions, which focus on balance, lower limb strength, and gait function, will be held twice weekly for 50 minutes each. Licensed physical therapists will supervise the sessions, and participants will exercise at home, with assistance from caregivers if necessary. The program aims to evaluate the effectiveness of remote exercise interventions in improving physical function and reducing the risk of falls in pre-frail older adults.
BEHAVIORAL	In-Person Exercise Program	Participants in this group will take part in an eight-week in-person exercise program at a senior welfare center. The sessions will be held twice weekly for 50 minutes and will be led by a licensed physical therapist. The exercise program, which includes balance, lower limb strength, and gait training, is identical to that of the remote exercise group, with the primary difference being the mode of delivery (in-person at the welfare center). This group aims to assess the effectiveness of direct supervision in a controlled environment.
OTHER	Physical Activity Education	Participants in this group will receive educational materials about physical activity, including a booklet and one educational session. They will not participate in any structured exercise program but will be encouraged to maintain their usual activities. The control group serves as a baseline to compare the outcomes of exercise interventions against no structured exercise, focusing on evaluating usual care versus targeted exercise programs.

Timeline

• Start date: 2023-06-01
• Primary completion: 2023-12-31
• Completion: 2023-12-31
• First posted: 2024-11-04
• Last updated: 2024-11-04

Locations

1 site across 1 country: South Korea