National Cheng Kung University
Tainan, Taiwan, 701
Location status: Recruiting
NCT Number: NCT07772713
Subjects are divided into two groups, (1) Control (Ctrl) and (2) Smart Exercise (SE) group. Participants in the Ctrl group are instructed to perform resistance band training twice weekly according to a paper-based exercise guide, whereas participants in the SE group are instructed to perform resistance band training twice weekly for 12 weeks using the Resistance Band Training System. The physical fitness tests and questionnaire of both groups are performed before and after the 12-week exercise program.
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Tainan, Taiwan, 701
Location status: Recruiting
Participants are divided into two groups: (1) the control (Ctrl) group and (2) the Smart Exercise (SE) group. Participants in both groups are instructed to perform resistance band training twice weekly for 12 weeks, with each session lasting approximately 30 minutes.
Participants in the Ctrl group perform resistance band training according to a paper-based exercise guide. Training completion is recorded by the participants using a paper checklist after each training session. The completed checklists are collected and reviewed by the research team at the end of the study to verify adherence to the prescribed exercise program.
Participants in the SE group perform resistance band training using the Resistance Band Training System. Training sessions and exercise completion are recorded by the system.
Physical fitness tests and questionnaires are administered to participants in both groups before and after the 12-week exercise program. Changes in physical fitness and questionnaire outcomes are evaluated between the two groups.
Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes
Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.
Inclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria
Participants in the SE group perform resistance band training using the Resistance Band Training System twice weekly for 12 weeks, with each session lasting approximately 30 minutes. Training sessions and exercise completion are recorded by the system.
Participants in the Ctrl group are instructed to perform resistance band training twice weekly for 12 weeks according to a paper-based exercise guide, with each session lasting approximately 30 minutes.
Time frame: baseline
To walk as much as possible within six minutes and measure the total distance traveled.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
To walk as much as possible within six minutes and measure the total distance traveled.
Time frame: baseline
Participant's weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters is recorded as Body Mass Index (BMI).
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Participant's weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters is recorded as Body Mass Index (BMI).
Time frame: baseline
Skeletal muscle mass index (SMI), which is the sum of the muscle masses of the four limbs as appendicular skeletal mass (ASM) in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters, is detected by bioelectrical impedance analysis.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Skeletal muscle mass index (SMI), which is the sum of the muscle masses of the four limbs as appendicular skeletal mass (ASM) in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters, is detected by bioelectrical impedance analysis.
Time frame: baseline
Back scratch: with one hand reaching over the shoulder and one up the middle of the back, the distance(cm) between extended middle fingers is recorded.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Back scratch: with one hand reaching over the shoulder and one up the middle of the back, the distance(cm) between extended middle fingers is recorded.
Time frame: baseline
From a sitting position at front of chair, with leg extended and hands reaching toward toes, the distance(cm) between extended fingers and tip of toe is recorded.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
From a sitting position at front of chair, with leg extended and hands reaching toward toes, the distance(cm) between extended fingers and tip of toe is recorded.
Time frame: baseline
Number of full stands that can be completed in 30 seconds with arms folded across chest.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Number of full stands that can be completed in 30 seconds with arms folded across chest.
Time frame: baseline
2-minute step test is to complete steps in 2 minutes. Number of full steps completed in 2 minutes is recorded.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
2-minute step test is to complete steps in 2 minutes. Number of full steps completed in 2 minutes is recorded.
Time frame: baseline
8-foot up-&-go test: number of seconds required to get up from a seated position, walk 8 feet, turn, and return to seated position.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
8-foot up-&-go test: number of seconds required to get up from a seated position, walk 8 feet, turn, and return to seated position.
Time frame: baseline
Participant is instructed to stand by one leg with eye open, the number of seconds is recorded.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Participant is instructed to stand by one leg with eye open, the number of seconds is recorded.
Time frame: baseline
Hand grip strength test is performed by HandGRIP Dynamometer
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Hand grip strength test is performed by HandGRIP Dynamometer
Time frame: baseline
Extremity strength test is performed by handheld dynamometer
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Extremity strength test is performed by handheld dynamometer
Time frame: baseline
Gait speed test is assessed by 4-meter walk test.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Gait speed test is assessed by 4-meter walk test.
Time frame: baseline
Risk factors for fractures and falls and has grown to look at various determinants of successful aging. Three questions about frailty and two questions about depression.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
Risk factors for fractures and falls and has grown to look at various determinants of successful aging. Three questions about frailty and two questions about depression.
Time frame: baseline
The SARC-F questionnaire is a Fast diagnostic test for SARCopenia. The questionnaire contains five items, which are Strength, Assistance in walking, Rise from a chair, Climb stairs, and Falls. The scores range from 0 to 10, with 0 to 2 points for each component. Score equal to or greater than 4 is predictive of sarcopenia and poor outcomes.
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
The SARC-F questionnaire is a Fast diagnostic test for SARCopenia. The questionnaire contains five items, which are Strength, Assistance in walking, Rise from a chair, Climb stairs, and Falls. The scores range from 0 to 10, with 0 to 2 points for each component. Score equal to or greater than 4 is predictive of sarcopenia and poor outcomes.
Time frame: baseline
EQ-5D is a standardized instrument with 5-item questionnaire for measuring generic health status. EQ-5D was first introduced in 1990 by the EuroQol Group. In which health status is measured in terms of five dimensions (5D); mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. Rated level can be coded as a number 1, 2, or 3, which indicates having no problems for 1, having some problems for 2, and having extreme problems for 3. As a result, a person's health status can be defined by a 5-digit number, ranging from 11111 (having no problems in all dimensions) to 33333 (having extreme problems in all dimensions).
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
EQ-5D is a standardized instrument with 5-item questionnaire for measuring generic health status. EQ-5D was first introduced in 1990 by the EuroQol Group. In which health status is measured in terms of five dimensions (5D); mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. Rated level can be coded as a number 1, 2, or 3, which indicates having no problems for 1, having some problems for 2, and having extreme problems for 3. As a result, a person's health status can be defined by a 5-digit number, ranging from 11111 (having no problems in all dimensions) to 33333 (having extreme problems in all dimensions).
Time frame: after 12-week intervention
The 8 items of the questionnaire included Dimensions, Weight, Ease in Adjusting, Safety and Security, Durability , Ease of Use, Comfortable, and Effectiveness. Each item employed a 5-point scale, with 1-point representing not satisfied at all, and 5-point representing very satisfied.Evaluation of Satisfaction with Assistive Technology.
Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.
Chih-Chun Lin, Ph. D.
CONTACT
886-62757575 Ext. 58420
Li-Chieh Kuo, Ph. D.
CONTACT
886-62353535 Ext. 5908
National Cheng-Kung University Hospital
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Smart Health Care and Innovative Technology Service Model Plan: Development of Innovative Health Promotion System for Senior Adults
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