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Simple resistance band exercises may help older adults regain balance and strength

NCT ID NCT07672834

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First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study investigates whether a 12-week program of resistance band exercises, combined with personalized fitness advice, can improve balance, muscle function, and power in older adults who have low muscle power. Participants perform leg exercises twice a week and receive guidance based on their fitness test results. The goal is to see if this low-cost, home-based approach can help older people maintain mobility and reduce fall risk.

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Active substance
resistance band exercise
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple home-based program could help older adults maintain independence and reduce fall risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study without a control group, so results may not be conclusive. Benefits may vary by individual.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 104 people

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Started

Jun 2024

Expected to finish

Oct 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

50 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants will be of male or female sex and free from known neurological health conditions (e.g. Peripheral Neuropathy, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, Migraines, Epilepsy) or musculoskeletal injury. * low muscle power determined as a score of 8.1 and 9 seconds or more for the completion of the 5 times sit to stand test for males and females respectively Exclusion Criteria: * Neurological health condition or musculoskeletal injury at the time of baseline testing * individuals aged under 50 * individuals who have been told to avoid strenuous physical activity

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Locations

  • Department of Sport, Health, and Exercise Sciences

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    London, UB8 3PH, United Kingdom

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