Scientists hunt for secrets of 'Bounce-Back' ability in seniors

NCT ID NCT04235309

Summary

This study aimed to understand why some older adults recover better than others after a major surgery like knee replacement. Researchers followed 297 people aged 60+ to measure their physical and mental recovery over time. The goal was to identify the biological and personal factors that predict a strong, resilient recovery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke Regional Hospital

    Durham, North Carolina, 27704, United States

  • Duke University Hospital

    Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States

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