OLDER ADULTS

This study tested whether an enhanced continuous glucose monitor (eCGM) linked to a decision-support system can help older adults (65+) with type 1 diabetes manage their blood sugar. The system automatically uploads glucose, insulin, and activity data to give personalized insulin…

This study tested a program called MOVIN that encourages older adults (65+) to walk while in the hospital. The goal was to prevent loss of function and reduce hospital readmissions. Researchers enrolled 765 patients and nurses on hospital units to see if changing the culture arou…

This study looked at whether losing weight through a controlled diet, along with a regular exercise program, can improve fitness in obese older adults. 180 sedentary people aged 60 and older with a BMI between 30 and 35 took part. The goal was to see if more fat loss leads to gre…

This study tested two virtual, 8-week programs (Active Brains 1 and 2) in 267 older adults with chronic pain and early cognitive decline. Both programs taught skills like relaxation, cognitive training, and positive psychology to help manage symptoms. Researchers measured changes…

This study tested whether 20 hours of computer-based executive function training could improve thinking skills and reduce mental ups and downs in adults over 40 with HIV-related cognitive problems. About 119 participants were split into a training group and a no-contact control g…

This study tested whether eating beef daily for 8 weeks reduces muscle fatigue in adults aged 60-85 compared to a vegetarian diet. Twenty-four participants ate both diets in a crossover design, with tests like sit-to-stand and walking. The goal was to see if beef's natural beta-a…

This study looked at whether a 12-week exercise program could help older adults become less frail, improve their memory and thinking, and get better sleep. 110 adults aged 65 and older took part. The program included group exercise sessions twice a week. Researchers measured frai…

This study tested whether a program combining behavioral activation (helping people do meaningful activities) and medication optimization (adjusting meds) can reduce depression and anxiety in adults 60 and older undergoing heart surgery. 105 participants were split into two group…

This study tested a program that combines counseling (behavioral activation) with medication adjustments to reduce depression and anxiety in adults aged 60 and older who were scheduled for hip or knee replacement surgery. 116 participants were randomly assigned to receive the pro…

This study tested whether a program that combines behavioral activation (a type of counseling that helps people engage in meaningful activities) with medication optimization (reviewing and adjusting current medications) can reduce anxiety and depression in adults aged 60 and olde…

This study tested whether watching nature scenes through a virtual reality headset could improve mood, reduce anxiety, and sharpen thinking in older adults. Thirty people aged 60 to 90 took part in five weeks of guided VR sessions. Researchers measured changes in positive and neg…

This pilot study tested a 12-week high-intensity functional training program for adults aged 60 and older who have a long-term mobility disability but can still walk. The goal was to see if the program could improve walking speed, endurance, balance, and leg strength. Only 13 peo…

This completed study tested whether regular, friendly phone calls from trained volunteers could improve mental health in older adults at risk of loneliness and suicide. Over 670 participants aged 55+ received weekly calls for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in loneliness, d…

This study tested whether an online, live strength training program called Vivo is feasible and acceptable for sedentary older adults with prediabetes. Twenty-eight participants took part in 45-minute classes twice a week for 12 weeks. The study measured leg strength, attendance,…

This study tested whether a 9-session group art program using Chinese calligraphy could reduce depressive symptoms and age-related self-stigma in older adults. 63 participants aged 60+ with mild depression risk were randomly assigned to the art program or usual care. The program …

This completed study looked at 120 adults aged 65 and older to see if dysfunctional breathing (abnormal breathing patterns without a clear medical cause) is linked to lower physical fitness. Participants completed breathing questionnaires and fitness tests like chair stands, arm …

This pilot study explored whether combining lifestyle changes, risk factor management, medications, and supplements could improve movement, thinking, and immune function in aging adults. 23 sedentary adults aged 50-70 took part. The main goal was to see if the study methods were …

This pilot study tested whether giving a sedative pill (alprazolam) before cataract surgery works as well as IV sedation (midazolam) in adults 65 and older. Twenty participants were randomly assigned to one of the two approaches, and researchers measured how well their thinking a…

This small study looked at whether Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) helps people aged 60 and older who struggle in relationships. Researchers recruited 3 participants and used interviews and questionnaires to see if the therapy improved their ability to understand their own and …

This study looked at how blood pressure medications affect brain blood flow and the nervous system in older adults with high blood pressure. Researchers gave 27 participants either a drug or a placebo for 1-2 weeks and measured brain blood flow, cognitive function, and nerve acti…

This completed study looked at how physical activity, life satisfaction, and medication adherence are related in 82 older Turkish adults (65+) with chronic conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes. Researchers used surveys to measure each factor. The goal was to understand…

This study tested whether a structured walking program could help older adults (65+) in Jiazhou, China walk more and feel better. 350 participants joined either the walking program or a general health education class. The walking program focused on setting goals and adapting to c…

This study tested whether a mobile app with educational videos and games could improve older adults' knowledge about oral cancer and oral hygiene. Sixty-two adults aged 60 and older used either a version with videos and games or just videos for 4 weeks. The goal was to see if the…