Exercise and emotions study for older adults
This study looks at how social and emotional aspects of exercise can improve physical health in older adults. If you join, you'll take part in a gentle exercise program and help researchers learn what makes it work best for people like you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an older adult able to take part in a light exercise program.
- You may need your doctor's permission if you have high blood pressure, feel dizzy during activity, or have chest pain or pressure when walking or climbing stairs.
- You can participate if you feel unsteady or use a cane or walker, but your doctor will need to give the go-ahead.
- You are not eligible if you had a steroid injection in a joint in the last 3 months.
- You are not eligible if you had knee or hip surgery in the last 6 months or plan to have one in the next year.
- You are not eligible if you have rheumatoid arthritis or another inflammatory arthritis, or if your diabetes is not well controlled.
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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