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Could a blood pressure cuff boost exercise benefits for seniors?

NCT ID NCT06476288

Symptom relief Sponsor: Duke University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tests whether a technique called remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) — using a blood pressure cuff to briefly restrict blood flow to the arm — can make low-intensity exercise more effective for adults over 65 with mobility problems. Twenty participants will do light resistance training three times a week for six weeks, with some also receiving RIC. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and acceptable, and whether it can improve muscle strength, physical function, and resilience.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) — a technique using a blood pressure cuff to temporarily restrict blood flow to the arm, combined with low-intensity resistance exercise
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to boost the benefits of exercise for older adults, helping them stay mobile and independent.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The approach is experimental and may not improve strength or mobility as hoped.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

19 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2024

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age: ≥ 65 years and referred to an exercise program for functional decline, deconditioning, or fall risk 2. Exercises ≤ 2x/week on a regular interval Exclusion Criteria: 1. Unstable heart disease as determined by the investigator or study physician 2. History of any orthopaedic, neurologic, or metabolic condition that would contraindicate exercise testing/training as determined by the investigator 3. Cognitive inability to follow directions and safely participate in exercise

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty Mobility Limitation Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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Debility Mobility limitation Old age

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke University

    Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States

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