Hospital exercise boosts Seniors' mobility and mood, study finds
NCT ID NCT07156448
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a structured exercise program for hospitalized adults aged 65 and older. 100 participants were split into two groups: one did resistance training, stretching, and walking for about 30 minutes, five times a week; the other received usual care. Researchers measured physical function, depression, quality of life, and spiritual well-being before and after the program. The goal was to see if exercise can help older patients maintain independence and improve their overall well-being during a hospital stay.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Multicomponent Exercise Program (resistance training, stretching, walking)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this simple exercise program could help older adults maintain independence and feel better during hospital stays.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study without a phase, so results may not apply to all older patients. Exercise may be difficult for some with severe health issues.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Taichung Veterans General Hospital
Taichung, Taichung City, 40705, Taiwan
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