Walking in the hospital could keep seniors out of nursing homes

NCT ID NCT04479943

First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tested a program called MOVIN that encourages older hospital patients (65+) to walk more during their stay. Researchers wanted to see if this simple change could prevent disability and help patients recover better after leaving the hospital. Over 700 patients and many nurses took part, with the program focusing on changing how hospital units approach patient mobility.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UW School of Medicine and Public Health

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States

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