Can exercise, medication review, and nutrition boost frailty? small study says maybe.

NCT ID NCT07637890

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested whether a 3-month program combining group exercise, medication review, and nutrition workshops could be practically delivered in primary care for frail adults over 65. Researchers recruited 32 participants from two health centers and tracked feasibility, satisfaction, and health measures like mobility and strength. The goal was to see if the program could run smoothly before planning a larger trial.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Multi-component intervention: physical exercise, polypharmacy review, and nutritional care
What this could lead to: If successful, this could pave the way for a larger trial testing a practical program to help frail older adults stay stronger and healthier.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The main goal was feasibility, not proving effectiveness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty

As listed by the trial registrant

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

FRAILTY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute. Primary Care Group. Epidemiology, Public Health and Primary Care Area.

San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, 20014, Spain

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