New digital tools could better detect muscle weakness in seniors
NCT ID NCT06623019
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested how accurate and reliable two digital devices are at measuring hand grip strength and muscle fatigue in older adults. Over 400 people aged 60 and older participated. The goal is to improve diagnosis of conditions like sarcopenia and frailty.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to more accurate and accessible tools for diagnosing muscle weakness and frailty in older adults.
- What could go wrong
- This is a validation study, not a treatment trial. The devices may not prove more reliable than existing methods, and results may not apply to all populations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Salamanca
Salamanca, Salamanca, 37007, Spain
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