Rural seniors walk and exercise their way to better health in new study

NCT ID NCT06842849

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Valencia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a structured exercise program—two days of multimodal exercise plus one day of walking each week—improves physical, foot, and mental health in adults over 59 living in a rural area. Researchers will compare a group already in the program for a year, a newly enrolled group, and a control group that is active but not in the program. The goal is to see if the program increases moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and improves mobility and balance.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: exercise program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a simple, community-based exercise program improves mobility, mood, and overall health in older adults living in rural areas.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study without a control group receiving a placebo. Results may not apply to other populations, and participants may not stick with the program.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OLD AGE; DEBILITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Universitat de València
RECRUITING

Valencia, 46010, Spain

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