Clinical trials
Frail Elderly clinical trials
Below are recruiting frail elderly clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 48 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07211334Recruiting
High-intensity vs. moderate exercise for frail older adults
This study compares two types of exercise programs for older adults who are frail. It tests whether short bursts of intense exercise (interval training) or steady moderate exercise improves their health and strength more.
GrenobleAges 70 years+ - NCT04366388Recruiting
Testing a new way to check frailty in hospitalized seniors
This trial studies a new tool that helps doctors measure “frailty” in older adults who are hospitalized. It may help hospitals identify risks earlier and tailor care for seniors who are more vulnerable.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 65 years+ - NCT07136935Recruiting
Integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine for frail elderly recovery
This study tests a care model that combines traditional Chinese and Western medicine to help frail elderly patients recover function after a hospital stay for an acute illness. If you or a loved one is over 75, living with conditions like Parkinson's, COPD, mild dementia, or kidney disease, and recently lost strength or ability to do daily tasks, this may offer a supportive approach to regain independence.
TaichungAges 20 years+ - NCT07564076Enrolling by invitation
Exercise Programs for Frail Older Adults
This study compares different exercise programs designed specifically for frail older adults to see which approach works best. If you're experiencing weakness and slowness, this trial may help you regain strength and function.
IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07643064Recruiting
Exercise and health checks for frail older adults
This study tests whether a combination of tailored exercise classes and comprehensive health assessments can improve strength, function, and overall well-being in older adults who are frail or at risk of becoming frail. You would attend supervised exercise sessions and receive personalized health evaluations at a primary care center.
Tacoronte, Santa Cruz de TenerifeAges 70 years+ - NCT06547593Recruiting
Nutrition study for frailty in older adults
This study tests a special nutrition program to help older adults who are frail become stronger and healthier. If you are between 65 and 85 and have signs of frailty, this program might help you feel better and be more active.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–85 - NCT04436991Recruiting
Testing antibiotic doses in older adults in the emergency room
This study looks at how best to dose certain antibiotics in people age 75 and older who are admitted to a geriatric (older-adult) hospital unit. It aims to measure antibiotic levels in the body to see whether dosing can be improved for older patients.
GhentAges 75 years+ - NCT04518423Recruiting
Study frailty and fitness changes in older adults living at home
This study looks at how “frailty” (lower strength and resilience) and “pre-frailty” change over time in older adults who live at home. It may help researchers understand what factors affect aging and strength, so future care can start earlier.
OpoleAges 65 years+ - NCT06469437Recruiting
Geriatric check for older adults with type 2 diabetes
This study looks at how a full health check for older adults with type 2 diabetes can help doctors choose the best treatment plan. It aims to improve care for people 60 and older.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 60 years+ - NCT04461301Recruiting
Exercise training before surgery for older adults with low fitness
This study tests a pre-surgery “exercise and health training” program for older adults who are having major surgery and are already less fit than expected. It aims to help people tolerate surgery better and reduce complications by improving fitness beforehand.
Bern, Canton of BernAges 65 years+ - NCT05993754Recruiting
Preventing confusion after surgery in frail older adults
This study tests whether a special nursing care plan can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults who are frail. If you are 65 or older, having planned surgery, and generally healthy enough, this trial may be an option.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 65 years+ - NCT07396077Recruiting
Pre-op health boost for elderly spine surgery patients
This trial tests if a 6-week prehabilitation program (exercise and nutrition) before spine surgery helps elderly patients recover better. It is for people 75 or older with long-term lower back problems who need spinal fusion surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 75 years+ - NCT04087031Recruiting
Tech-based rehab for early Parkinson’s symptoms in older adults
This trial tests an innovative, technology-supported rehabilitation program to help older adults with early-stage Parkinson’s disease improve daily function. It may be helpful if your symptoms are mild and your treatments have been stable for at least a month.
AnconaAges 65 years+ - NCT05875038Recruiting
Smart fall-monitoring video with telealerts versus alerts alone
This study tests whether a smart video monitoring system with emergency-style alerts works better than alerts alone for preventing or responding to falls at home. It focuses on older adults who have recently fallen and may find returning home unsafe.
Amiens, PicardieAges 75 years+ - NCT06616129Recruiting
Geriatric risk assessment for older heart surgery patients
This study tests whether a special geriatric risk assessment and shared decision-making conversation helps older patients (70+) and their doctors choose the best treatment for heart surgery. It aims to improve quality of life by tailoring decisions to each person's health risks.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 70 years+ - NCT06192082Recruiting
Heart risks during painless stomach scope in frail elderly
This study looks at whether older, frail patients have heart problems during a painless stomach scope (gastroscopy). It aims to find safer ways to give sedation for these patients.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–100 - NCT05635877RecruitingPhase 4
Low-dose heart-rate medicine after surgery in frail older adults
This trial tests whether a low dose of esmolol (a short-acting heart-rate medicine) can reduce heart muscle injury after non-heart surgery in older, frail people. It may help lower the chance of heart-related complications around the time of surgery.
Jinan, ShandongAges 65–90 - NCT05107947Recruiting
Dynamic room lighting to improve sleep and daily body rhythm
This study tests whether changing the light in a hospital room can improve sleep and help your body clock work better in older adults. It may be most helpful if sleep problems or irregular daily rhythms are affecting you in the hospital.
MalmöAges 65 years+ - NCT07086716Recruiting
Frailty study for hip or knee replacement patients
This study looks at frailty in people who have had a planned hip or knee replacement. It aims to understand how frailty affects recovery.
Rovato, BSAges 18 years+ - NCT07572851Enrolling by invitation
Exercise Program for Preventing Falls in Older Adults
This study looks at how an exercise and wellness program helps older adults stay stronger and reduce their risk of falling. Researchers will track changes in your physical function and balance over time.
A Lama, PontevedraAges 70 years+ - NCT06628895Recruiting
Modified Poco-Poco exercise for pre-frailty
This study tests whether a special exercise routine called Modified Poco-Poco can improve frailty and certain biological markers (DNA changes, GDF15, and Lamin A). It may help people who are beginning to feel weaker and want to try a gentle exercise program.
Bandung, West JavaAges 60 years+ - NCT03430037Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Fisetin study to reduce frailty and inflammation in older women
This Phase 2 trial tests whether fisetin, a supplement, can reduce frailty and inflammation in postmenopausal women age 70 and older. If it works, it may help older adults feel stronger and have healthier body signals related to aging and inflammation.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 70 years+ - NCT06874413Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program for frail older adults before hernia surgery
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program before hernia repair surgery helps frail older adults recover better. The program includes physical exercises and breathing muscle training.
Greenville, South CarolinaAges 65 years+ - NCT06617806Recruiting
Preventing falls in very old, active adults
This trial tests if advanced practice nurses can help prevent falls in robust adults aged 80 and older. It may help you stay independent and avoid injuries.
Nantes, Loire-AtlantiqueAges 80 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for frail elderly?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 48 recruiting frail elderly studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a frail elderly trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a frail elderly trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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