Physical rehabilitation for older adults after an infection hospitalization
Part of Infections, Kidney & urinary, Lungs & breathing, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a physical rehabilitation program helps older adults recover strength and function after a hospital stay for an infection. It aims to improve your ability to do daily activities when you go home.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 or older, or you are between 18 and 64 and have a chronic condition (like diabetes, COPD, or heart failure).
- You have signs of a chest infection (like a cough, fever, or trouble breathing) or a urinary tract infection (like painful urination or frequent need to pee).
- Before going to the hospital, you were independent and could live at home without help.
- You are expected to go home after the hospital stay.
- You have not had a hospital stay in the past two weeks, and you are not already doing regular structured exercise training.
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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