Can moving more in the ICU help seniors recover better?
NCT ID NCT03115840
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 312 older adults who survived a critical illness to see how much they moved during their ICU stay. Researchers want to learn if more activity leads to less disability, better mobility, and clearer thinking 3 to 12 months later. The goal is to find ways to improve recovery after a serious illness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify how activity levels in the ICU influence long-term recovery, pointing toward better rehabilitation strategies for older adults.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may be influenced by many factors not controlled for.
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Locations
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The Ohio State University Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37212, United States