OLDER ADULTS

This pilot study is testing a 3-month personalized program to see if it can improve physical, mental, and immune health in older adults. The program combines lifestyle changes like exercise and diet with specific medications and supplements. Researchers will enroll about 20 seden…

This study is testing whether a combination of strength, balance, and aerobic exercises, along with nutritional drinks, can help prevent loss of strength and independence in older adults (age 75+) during a hospital stay. Researchers will compare patients who do the exercise progr…

This study is testing whether a special stationary bike that provides safe, unexpected shakes can improve real-world cycling skills in adults aged 65 and older. Participants will complete 20 short training sessions and then be tested on a cycling obstacle course. The goal is to s…

This study is testing whether a daily natural supplement, when combined with a twice-weekly exercise program, can help improve the immune system, reduce bodily stress, and enhance overall health in adults aged 65 and older. Researchers will compare the supplement to a placebo (a …

This study is testing a special group exercise program to see if it helps healthy older adults think more clearly, move better, and feel better overall. Researchers will compare it to a different group activity focused on brain training. About 158 participants will attend group s…

This study is testing a home exercise program designed to improve leg strength and balance in older adults. Researchers want to see if doing specific leg power exercises at home can help people move better and reduce their fear of falling. The study will involve 40 participants w…

This study is testing a mobile app called ICUconnect, designed to help families of older adults in intensive care. The app helps families report their needs and stress levels, aiming to improve communication with doctors and reduce emotional distress. The trial will involve 350 p…

This study is testing whether a 6-month health coaching program can help older adults with limited mobility become more physically active and improve their movement and function. It will compare the coaching program to a general health education program. Researchers will measure …

This study tests whether taking a calming pill works as well as receiving sedation through an IV for older adults having cataract surgery. Researchers want to know which method is safer and helps people recover their thinking and memory faster after the procedure. Participants wi…

This study tests whether regular video calls with nurses can help homebound older adults better manage their daily lives and feel less isolated. Participants will receive six bi-weekly WhatsApp video sessions over three months, focusing on personalized support versus standard car…

This study aims to understand how well the immune systems of adults over age 75 respond to the annual flu shot. Researchers want to see if a common, lifelong virus called CMV affects how well the vaccine works in this age group. The study involves giving participants a free flu s…

This study aims to understand how a temporary, experimental pain affects the way healthy older adults learn and remember new walking patterns. Researchers will use a special split-belt treadmill and a safe, short-term pain stimulus. The goal is to gather basic knowledge about how…