Exercise and brain function in older adults after surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special protein released during exercise (irisin) can help protect brain function and prevent confusion after surgery in older adults. It involves non-heart surgery with spinal anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You are in generally good health (ASA 1 to 3).
- You are having non-heart surgery with spinal or combined spinal-epidural anesthesia.
- Your surgery is expected to last at least 2 hours.
- You are willing to give written permission to join the study.
- You do not have memory or thinking problems (Montreal Cognitive Assessment score 23 or higher).
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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