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NCT Number: NCT06398704

Investigation of Inspiratory Muscle Strength and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Sarcopenic Individuals

The aim of our study is to examine the effects of sarcopenia and dynapenia on inspiratory muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness in geriatric individuals.

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Key information

Conditions

Geriatric Individuals

Age range

65 year–85 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Atılım University

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Within the scope of the study, anterior thigh thicknesses of geriatric individuals will be evaluated by ultrasonography and individuals will be divided into 3 groups as dynapenic, sarcopenic and normal according to the ISarcoPRM algorithm, using the STAR method and Hand-grip. The Powerbreathe K5 device will be used to evaluate the inspiratory muscle strength of geriatric individuals in both groups, and the 2-minute step test will be used to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness. The study will be carried out with 100 geriatric individuals. As a result of the study, first the inspiratory muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness of sarcopenic, dynapenic and non-sarcopenic groups will be compared. Afterwards, the relationship between anterior thigh thickness and inspiratory muscle strength of all geriatric individuals participating in the study will be examined.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Getting a score between 24 and 30 on the Mini Mental State Assessment
  • Ability to stand without assistance for at least 90 seconds

Exclusion criteria

  • Inability to communicate verbally
  • Using a walking aid
  • Older adults with severe visual impairment, neurological disorders, and/or congestive heart failure
  • Older adults for whom exercise is not recommended

Treatment and study plan

Standart of care

Other

No additional intervention was made. An evaluation was made.

Primary outcomes

  1. Ultrasonography Evaluation

    Time frame: Baseline

    Anterior thigh muscle thickness will be measured to evaluate sarcopenia. The obtained value will be divided by the Body Mass Index. This evaluation method is referred to in the literature as the Sonographic T-high Adjustment Rate (STAR) method. Ultrasonographic measurements will be made by a physician with at least 10 years of experience in this field using linear probes.

  2. Evaluation of Inspiratory Muscle Strength

    Time frame: Baseline

    Powerbreathe K5 device was used to evaluate inspiratory muscle strength. This device is a portable, easy-to-use, accessible and reliable device used for both education and treatment purposes and evaluation purposes.

  3. 2 Minute Step Test:

    Time frame: Baseline

    The purpose of this test is to elevate the knees to the midpoint between the patella and the anterior-superior iliac crest. The 2 Minute Step Test is valid and reliable for assessing cardiorespiratory fitness in older adults.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Hacettepe University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Investigation of the Effects of Sarcopenia and Dynapenia on Inspiratory Muscle Strength and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Geriatric Individuals

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
May 3, 2024
Registry last updated
Sep 27, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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