Neuropsychological Effects of Strengthening Exercise for Older Adults

This study aims to examine the benefits to thinking processes of a low intensity, strengthening exercise program for older adults.

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Key information

Conditions

Cognitive Ability, General Behavior Motor Activity

Age range

50 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Phase 2

Primary location

Strong Bones community class locations

Schenectady, New York, 12308, United States

About this study

The neuropsychological benefits, especially executive function impacts, of four weeks of a low intensity, strengthening exercise program will be examined for community residing older adults.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

independent living
older adult
interested in strengthening exercise program

Exclusion criteria

must meet Strong Bone's screening criteria or have physician's approval

Treatment and study plan

strengthening exercise program

Behavioral

A low intensity strengthening exercise program based on the Tufts University "Strong Bones" program. Utilizes small free weights and chair exercises. Participants attend community based class 2-3x/wk for 4 wks.

Other names: Strong Bones

Primary outcomes

Neuropsychological Function

Time frame: 4 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Union College, New York

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Neuropsychological and Physiological Effects of Low-Impact Exercise for Older Adults

Important dates

Study start: 2007
Primary completion: 2008
Study completion: 2008
First posted: May 6, 2009
Registry last updated: Mar 11, 2015

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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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