Breathing and muscle training for frailty in older adults
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a training program that combines breathing exercises with blood flow restriction (using bands to reduce blood flow in the arms or legs) to see if it improves strength and daily function in older adults who are frail. It may help you feel stronger and more independent.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You live in the community (not in a care facility).
- You are considered frail (based on a standard scale).
- You have no serious memory or thinking problems (able to follow simple instructions).
- You do not have severe health conditions like uncontrolled high blood pressure, stroke history, severe diabetes complications, or chronic lung disease.
- You have not been doing structured exercise more than 3 times a week in the past 3 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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