Frailty, multitasking, and daily activities in older adults
This study looks at how frailty affects the ability to do two things at once (like walking while talking) and how that relates to everyday tasks in people 65 and older.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You can read and write.
- You have good thinking skills (a score of 24 or higher on a memory test).
- You can walk at least 30 feet without using a cane, walker, or other help.
- You do not have major vision or hearing loss that gets in the way.
- You do not have a serious nerve or muscle problem like Parkinson's or a stroke, or a mental health condition that makes communication hard.
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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