Home workouts and protein shakes may keep seniors on their feet

NCT ID NCT03417531

First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study tested whether a simple home exercise program and/or protein supplements could help prevent falls in older adults at risk of muscle loss (sarcopenia). Over 800 seniors who were already frail or had low protein intake took part. The goal was to see if these easy, low-cost approaches could reduce falls and maintain strength.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre on Aging and Mobility, University of Zurich and City Hospital Waid and Triemli

    Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8037, Switzerland

  • University Geriatric Medicine Felix Platter, Basel

    Basel, Basel, 4012, Switzerland

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