Forest walks and aromatherapy tested as Muscle-Building therapy for seniors

NCT ID NCT07632417

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether an 8-week forest therapy program—combining walking, resistance band exercises, and sensory activities like aromatherapy—can improve muscle strength and well-being in older women with sarcopenia. Thirty-six women aged 55 and older will participate in 16 sessions at a forest healing base. Researchers will measure handgrip strength, physical performance, and quality of life before, after, and at a 2-month follow-up.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Forest therapy program (forest walking, resistance bands, aromatherapy, deep breathing)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, nature-based way to help older women with sarcopenia improve muscle strength and quality of life without drugs.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase study with only 36 participants, all women, so results may not apply broadly. The program requires commitment and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

insomnia Psychological Well-Being Sarcopenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY AGING SARCOPENIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin Branch

Yunlin County, 640, Taiwan

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