NCT07206368 Health Promotion With Targeted Exercise Intervention for Decreasing Fall Risk and Inactivity in Aging Veterans With Obesity and Signs of Sarcopenia
| NCT ID | NCT07206368 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | VA Office of Research and Development |
| Condition | Falls |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-04-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2030-05-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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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 50 participants in total. It began in 2026-04-01 with a primary completion date of 2030-05-01.
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Brief Summary
Falls are a major health risk for older Veterans, especially those with both obesity and low muscle mass or strength (sarcopenia), which together increase the chances of falling and losing independence. Many older Veterans have difficulty staying active and often lack information about how to safely exercise. While current guidelines focus mostly on weight loss, losing weight alone can weaken muscles and bones, which may actually raise the risk of falls and injuries. This study is testing the benefits of a virtual group exercise program combined with health education. The goal is to find out if exercise combined with health education is better at lowering fall risk and improving daily activity than health education alone for Veterans with obesity and signs of sarcopenia.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Veteran status * 55 years or older * VA primary care provider * Enrolled in the VA Maryland Health Care System for health care * Body mass index between and including 30 - 40 kg/m\^2 * Showing signs of sarcopenia Exclusion Criteria: * Poorly controlled hypertensin * Home oxygen use * Contraindications to exercise or resistance exercise * Significant cognitive impairment * Other medical condition precluding patient participation in this study per the medical judgement of the study team
Contact & Investigator
Julie S Rekant, DPT PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Baltimore VA Medical Center VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, MD
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07206368 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 55 Years or older, studying Falls. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07206368 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07206368 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at Julie.Rekant@va.gov for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07206368 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Baltimore, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07206368 clinical trial?
NCT07206368 is sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development. The principal investigator is Julie S Rekant, DPT PhD at Baltimore VA Medical Center VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, MD. The trial plans to enroll 50 participants.