New exercise program aims to keep seniors on their feet
NCT ID NCT02580409
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a new exercise program for older adults at risk of losing mobility. Participants aged 65-95 worked with a physical therapist for 8-16 sessions, both at home and in the clinic, using mobile health technology. The goal was to see if the program could improve physical function and help people stay independent longer.
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 with physical therapist sessions and mobile health technology
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could help older adults maintain their ability to walk and stay independent, reducing the need for nursing care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 75 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program requires motivation and may not work for all older adults.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cambridge
Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138, United States
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