Hospital stays weaken seniors – new study aims to find out why
NCT ID NCT06932224
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 70 adults aged 65 and older admitted to the hospital with an orthopedic injury. Researchers measure muscle strength, mobility, and thinking skills shortly after admission, again at day 7 or discharge, and 4-6 weeks after leaving the hospital. They also interview patients and staff to understand the experience of deconditioning. The goal is to identify factors that lead to physical and cognitive decline during hospitalization, which could inform better care practices.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help hospitals design better care to prevent or reduce physical and mental decline in older patients.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with only 70 participants, so findings may not apply to all older adults or hospitals. It does not test any treatment.
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University Hospitals Southampton Foundation Trust
Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom