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Can a few extra exercises in cardiac rehab keep older adults steady on their feet?

NCT ID NCT07500077

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Glasgow Caledonian University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Sep 18, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This pilot study looks at whether adding strength and balance exercises to standard cardiac rehab classes can improve functional fitness in older adults (aged 50+). About 53 participants will be split into two groups: one doing usual aerobic-based rehab, and the other adding 20 minutes of strength and balance moves per session. After 12 weeks, researchers will measure changes in fitness, balance confidence, and fear of falling, and also interview participants and instructors about their experience.

What this could mean

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Active substance
strength and balance exercises added to traditional aerobic-based cardiac rehabilitation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to improve functional fitness and reduce fall risk in older adults attending cardiac rehab.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 53 participants, so results may not apply widely. The added exercises might not provide significant benefits over standard care.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

53 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2026

Finished

Jun 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

50 to 100 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * English-speaking older adults * Aged ≥50 years old * Able to provide written informed consent * Currently engaged with community-based Maintenance Cardiac Rehabilitation exercise classes within Scotland for at least 6 months Exclusion Criteria: * Show symptoms of an unstable cardiovascular medical condition * Have moderate or severe cognitive impairment (can neither understand nor write the informed consent form, and/or cannot follow instructions) * Have upper or lower limb amputation * Have had upper or lower limb fractures in the past six months.

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Cardiac rehabilitation Older adults (50-94 years)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Glasgow Caledonian University

    Glasgow, G40BA, United Kingdom

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