Clinical trials
Frail Older Adults clinical trials
Below are recruiting frail older adults clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 30 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT07573995Recruiting
Breathing and muscle training for frailty in older adults
This study tests a training program that combines breathing exercises with blood flow restriction (using bands to reduce blood flow in the arms or legs) to see if it improves strength and daily function in older adults who are frail. It may help you feel stronger and more independent.
TaipeiAges 65 years+ - NCT07513701Recruiting
Building Strength and Balance in Older Adults
This study tests whether a home-based exercise program can help older adults who are experiencing physical weakness improve their strength, balance, and overall resilience. You'll do exercises online at home over several months to see if this approach helps you stay independent and active.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–90 - NCT07497334Recruiting
Improving functional outcomes in cognitively frail older adults
This study tests a program combining cognitive exercises, physical activity, and brain stimulation to improve daily function and thinking in older adults with mild cognitive or physical frailty. The goal is to help you stay independent and improve your quality of life.
Hong KongAges 60–90 - NCT06836167Recruiting
Integrated care for frail older adults
This study tests a program called +AGIL Barcelona that provides integrated care for older adults living at home who show signs of frailty. It aims to help them stay independent and healthy.
BarcelonaAges 65 years+ - NCT06849557Recruiting
Chair exercises for frail older adults in nursing homes
This trial tests if chair-based video games (exergaming) can help improve strength and mobility in older adults who are frail or pre-frail and live in nursing homes. It is designed for people who can sit on a chair or wheelchair without help.
KowloonAges 60 years+ - NCT07081191Recruiting
Community dance program for older adults
This study tests whether a community dance program can help older adults stay healthy and active. If you are between 60 and 85, mobile, and can commit to three months of group dancing, you may be eligible.
SingaporeAges 60–85 - NCT06027554RecruitingPhase 2
MitoQ for frailty, walking, memory, and blood flow in older adults
This trial tests whether a supplement called MitoQ can improve blood vessel health, walking speed, and thinking skills in older adults who are frail or have mild memory problems. It aims to see if MitoQ helps maintain independence and quality of life.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 65–80 - NCT07732530Recruiting
Acupoint Stimulation and Exercise for Pre-Frail Older Adults
This study tests whether combining acupoint stimulation (a type of pressure on specific body points) with exercise can help older adults who are starting to become frail. It aims to improve strength and daily function.
TainanAges 50 years+ - NCT05946109Recruiting
Exercise program for frail older adults over 70
This trial studies whether a structured exercise program can improve health and function in frail adults age 70 and older. It may help you build strength, energy, and mobility if you meet frailty and safety requirements.
Brussels, Brussels CapitalAges 70 years+ - NCT07433153Recruiting
Phone vs. class for fall prevention in older adults
This trial compares two ways to do fall-prevention exercises: using a smartphone app or joining a community class. It may help older adults who are at risk of falling improve their balance and strength.
Binghamton, New YorkAges 55 years+ - NCT07254403Recruiting
Beef vs. plant protein for muscle health in older adults
This study compares how well beef protein and plant protein help build muscle in older adults who may be starting to feel weak or lose muscle. You'll eat test meals and have your muscle response measured using a safe, stable isotope technique.
College Station, TexasAges 65–95 - NCT05710809Recruiting
Exercise and health check study for older colorectal cancer patients
This trial looks at sarcopenia (loss of muscle strength/size) and vertigo (feeling dizzy or off-balance) in older adults with colorectal cancer. It tests whether a structured, exercise-based approach can help these issues alongside cancer care.
CopenhagenAges 65 years+ - NCT06870149Recruiting
Dance program to improve mobility in older adults at risk
This study tests whether a structured dance program (called GERAS DANCE) can help older adults who are frail or at risk of losing mobility. You would attend dance sessions at the YMCA twice a week, and researchers will see if it improves your walking and daily function.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 65–100 - NCT05963113Recruiting
Exercise and extra protein for swallowing and aging strength
This study tests whether a swallowing exercise program plus a higher-protein intake can improve function in older adults at risk for swallowing problems. It may help by strengthening muscles used for swallowing and supporting overall physical health.
New York, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT03675724Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Fisetin for frailty and inflammation in older adults
This trial studies whether fisetin, a supplement-like drug, can reduce frailty and inflammation in people age 70 and older. It may help improve health measures related to aging, but you must meet several safety and medication rules to join.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 70 years+ - NCT07843238Recruiting
Virtual care for older adults with long-term conditions
This study will test a new virtual care program for people over 60 with conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol. It uses a phone, tablet, or computer to connect with healthcare providers, which might make it easier to manage your health from home.
Kuala LumpurAges 60 years+ - NCT06879457Recruiting
Smartphone self-care support for homebound older adults
This study tests a smartphone-based program to help older adults who are mostly homebound manage their own health. If you join, you'll get personalized support and tools to help you stay as healthy and independent as possible at home.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT05830942Recruiting
Training walks plus brain stimulation for thinking skills in older adults
This study tests whether a structured walking exercise, combined with brain stimulation and brain scans, can improve or slow decline in thinking skills. It’s aimed at older adults who notice memory or confusion getting worse.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 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+ - NCT07828847Recruiting
Exercise and muscle health in older adults with diabetes
This study looks at how exercise affects muscle cell function in older adults with type 2 diabetes and frailty. It may help find ways to improve strength and independence in aging.
ValenciaAges 18–83 - NCT07634406Recruiting
Phone-based frailty support program for older adults
This study tests whether nurses can help older adults stay strong and independent through regular phone calls and guidance. You'll receive support from a nurse over the telephone to manage weakness and prevent health decline.
Simav, KütahyaAges 65 years+ - NCT07359105Recruiting
Statin vs. LDL Goal Therapy for Older Adults with Diabetes
This trial compares two approaches to lower cholesterol in people aged 70+ with type 2 diabetes: a moderate statin dose versus adjusting treatment to reach a personalized LDL-C target. It aims to find which strategy better prevents heart problems.
SeoulAges 70 years+ - NCT07258043Recruiting
Lower-dose chemotherapy for frail adults with leukemia
This trial tests whether a personalized, lower-dose chemotherapy plan can help adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who are frail or have other health problems. It aims to improve survival by adjusting the dose to what each person can handle.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for frail older adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 30 recruiting frail older adults 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 older adults 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 older adults 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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