Exercise training for muscle health in older women
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how a program of different exercises (like strength and balance training) might improve muscle quality in older women. It may help you become stronger and move better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Be a woman older than 60 years.
- Live in the community (not in a nursing home or hospital).
- Be a part of the GPR (likely a local health or community registry).
- Not have neuromuscular diseases (conditions that affect your nerves and muscles).
- Not have had recent abdominal surgery (surgery in your belly area).
- No metal implants that would interfere with body composition measurements.
- No unstable cardiovascular diseases (like uncontrolled heart problems).
- Not have been in another exercise program previously.
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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