Could simple chair exercises with resistance bands fortify aging bones?
NCT ID NCT06671847
First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 24-week at-home exercise program using resistance bands while seated in a chair can improve balance, strength, and bone density in adults aged 50 and older. Participants will perform nine different exercises twice a week. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and effective for improving physical function and body composition in older adults.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- THERABand resistance exercise bands
- What this could lead to
- If this approach works, it could offer a simple, at-home way for older adults to improve strength, balance, and bone health, potentially reducing fall risk and frailty.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study with only 11 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Adherence to the exercise regimen may be challenging, and improvements in bone density may be modest.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, 77479, United States
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