Exercise study for older adults with slow walking or weak grip
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can help improve muscle strength and overall health in people aged 65 and older. It also looks for certain markers in the blood that may be linked to the benefits of exercise.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You walk slower than 1 meter per second (about 3.6 km/h) OR your grip strength is below 28 kg if you are a man or 18 kg if you are a woman
- You do not have dementia, Parkinson's disease, or any condition that makes it hard to move
- You do not have an active illness like cancer, heart failure, or COPD that is being treated
- You are not currently living in a nursing home
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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