Hospital exercise program may keep seniors on their feet

NCT ID NCT06682598

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a daily program of strength, balance, and walking exercises could help older adults (70+) maintain their physical and mental abilities while in the hospital. 47 participants were split into two groups: one did the exercises each day, and the other received usual care. Researchers measured their function and thinking skills at the start and end of their stay, and checked in 3, 6, and 12 months later.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: multicomponent physical exercise program (strength, balance, and walking exercises)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help older adults stay stronger and sharper while in the hospital.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 47 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may be too challenging for some patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

COGNITIVE DECLINE DYNAPENIA FUNCTIONAL DISABILITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Escola de Educação Física Fisioterapia e Dança - UFRGS

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, 90690-200, Brazil

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