Building Strength and Balance in Older Adults
This study tests whether a home-based exercise program can help older adults who are experiencing physical weakness improve their strength, balance, and overall resilience. You'll do exercises online at home over several months to see if this approach helps you stay independent and active.
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Who can take part
- You live at home (not in a nursing home or assisted living facility)
- You have some difficulty with walking, balance, or physical function
- You can walk on your own, with or without a cane or walker
- Your doctor says it's safe for you to exercise
- You have internet access at home
- You can understand, speak, and read Cantonese, Chinese, or English
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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