Simple exercise program shows promise for frail elderly in care homes

NCT ID NCT06975449

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a 12-week exercise program called Vivifrail in 80 elderly residents of long-term care facilities. Participants did physical training five times a week for about an hour. Researchers measured changes in physical performance, fall risk, grip strength, and overall function. The goal was to see if graded exercise can help frail older adults maintain independence and reduce falls.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Multicomponent physical exercise program (Vivifrail)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help frail older adults stay stronger, move better, and reduce falls.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 80 participants, so results may not apply to all elderly people. Exercise programs can be hard to stick with, and benefits may fade after the program ends.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty Sedentary Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

AGING FRAILTY PHYSICAL INACTIVITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

China Medical University

Taichung, 406040, Taiwan

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