Music or aerobic training for healthy aging
This trial compares exercise with music to traditional aerobic training to see which better improves health in older adults. It may help if you are 65 or older and not already exercising regularly.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You are willing to take part in the study.
- You do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure (≥180/110 mmHg) or severe diabetes complications.
- You do not have chronic lung diseases like COPD or asthma.
- You do not have a neurological disorder like Parkinson's or MS.
- You have no current cancer diagnosis.
- You have no recent fractures or severe joint problems that make exercise difficult.
- You have not had surgery in the last 6 months.
- You do not have serious vision or hearing problems that would interfere with assessments.
- You have a normal mental status (score above 24 on a memory test).
- You have not been in a regular exercise program in the last 6 months.
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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