Bedrest be gone? gamified therapy aims to keep seniors moving in the hospital

NCT ID NCT05815017

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a gamified physical therapy software, called Yoomi, can help older hospital patients exercise safely in their beds. The goal is to see if this fun, interactive approach can preserve muscle strength and function during a hospital stay, reducing the need for rehab after discharge. The trial involves adults aged 65 and older who are enrolled in a hospital elder life program and can consent to participate.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Yoomi Physical Therapy Software - a gamified exercise program delivered via computer/monitor with motion tracking
What this could lead to: If effective, this software could offer a fun, staff-independent way for older hospital patients to exercise in bed, potentially reducing muscle loss and preserving independence.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply broadly. The software may not be engaging enough or may not lead to meaningful clinical improvements.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Asthenia delirium iatrogenic disease Muscle Weakness muscular atrophy Sedentary Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DELIRIUM IN OLD AGE HOSPITAL ACQUIRED CONDITION MUSCLE ATROPHY OR WEAKNESS MUSCLE LOSS PHYSICAL DISABILITY PHYSICAL INACTIVITY WEAKNESS, MUSCLE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States

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