Exercise-based training for circulation in older, frail adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a special exercise training approach to help small blood vessels work better and improve resilience in frail older adults. If you join, you’ll do training that may involve temporary blood-flow restriction, so safety rules are important.
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Who can take part
- You are between 65 and 85 years old
- You have not had a heart attack in the past 6 months
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 40 or lower
- You do not have heart failure
- Your blood pressure is controlled (not uncontrolled high blood pressure)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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