SARCOPENIA IN ELDERLY

This study tests whether a seated Tai Chi program, played like a video game, can help older adults in care homes who are at risk of muscle loss or frailty. Over 12 weeks, 152 participants will either do the exergaming Tai Chi or attend general health education sessions. The goal …

This study looks at whether 10 weeks of regular exercise (on land or in water) can lower blood sugar and blood pressure in people aged 60 and older who have several health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis. 63 volunteers will be split into two exercise …

This study looks at whether a personalized exercise and nutrition plan can prevent older adults (70+) from losing strength and independence during a hospital stay. About 25 patients in a geriatric ward will try supervised resistance exercises, with some also getting a tailored di…

This study looks at whether eating special biscuits made with pea protein and taking vitamin D can help prevent sarcopenia—the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength. Researchers will recruit 74 adults aged 65-80 with early signs of muscle loss. For 12 weeks, half will eat …

This study looks at 100 older adults (65+) who have sarcopenia (muscle loss) and a history of falls. Researchers will check how many are taking medications that might make muscle loss worse, like steroids or statins. The goal is to understand how common these drugs are in this gr…

This study looks at how frailty—a state of weakness and reduced physical function—affects the risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy in people aged 70 and older with cancer. Researchers will assess 160 patients using various tests for frailty, muscle loss, and overall heal…

This study looks at how sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) impacts neck movement awareness, fear of moving, and pain sensitivity in people 65 and older living in nursing homes. Researchers will compare two groups—those with and without sarcopenia—using simple tests and surveys.…