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NCT06205147 Effects of Elastic Band Resistance Exercise on Muscle Strength and Depression in Hospitalized Elderly.

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NCT ID NCT06205147
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor National Taiwan University
Condition Resistance Exercise
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 62 participants
Start Date 2025-03-05
Primary Completion 2025-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 65 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Elastic Band

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 62 participants in total. It began in 2025-03-05 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-31.

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Brief Summary

With improved a five-day intensive, low-resistance elastic band exercise program to evaluate its effectiveness in improving total muscle mass, upper and lower extremity muscle strength, self-perceived fear of falling, and depression among hospitalized elderly individuals. This study is a random control trial. Data collection includes elderly patient's total muscle mass, upper and lower extremity muscle strength, self-perceived fear of falling, and depression among hospitalized. The total muscle mass and upper and lower extremity muscle strength will be calculated in kilograms.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age of 65 years or older. 2. Anticipated hospital stay exceeding 7 days. 3. Able to follow instructions. 4. Four-limb muscle strength of at least three points, and grip strength measurements with a minimum of 26 kilograms for males and 18 kilograms for females. Exclusion Criteria: 1. This includes individuals with cardiovascular diseases such as acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, poorly controlled arrhythmias, complete atrioventricular block, acute heart failure, acute myocarditis, acute pericarditis, and other cardiac conditions. 2. Poorly controlled hypertension, with systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg or greater than 200 mmHg under medication. 3. Individuals hospitalized due to acute neurological injuries or conditions, such as epilepsy, stroke, or Parkinson's disease. 4. Diagnosed with cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease. 5. Those who require long-term ventilator support and are unable to participate in the program. 6. Individuals with impaired consciousness who cannot cooperate. 7. A Glasgow Coma Scale score of less than 12, or inability to correctly answer questions about person, time, place, or follow instructions.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

PIAO-YI CHIOU, doctoral

✉ piaoyi@ntu.edu.tw

📞 +886-2-23123456

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06205147 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 65 Years or older, studying Resistance Exercise. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06205147 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06205147 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at piaoyi@ntu.edu.tw for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06205147 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Taipei, Taiwan.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06205147 clinical trial?

NCT06205147 is sponsored by National Taiwan University. The trial plans to enroll 62 participants.

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