An interventional study of High Intensity Walking and Casual Speed Walking in Frailty, sponsored by Northwestern University. Terminated at 1 site in United States. Open to participants aged 60 Years and older, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2021-03-04.
Sponsored by Northwestern University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment
The purpose of this study is to evaluate a physical therapist (PT) led gait training intervention for 100 older adults with pre-frailty or frailty. The goals of this study are To determine the effect of gait training intensity on frailty, mobility, physical functioning, and quality of life, as well as balance and healthcare utilization.
Frailty is a leading cause of dependency among older adults, affects up to 60% of older adults, and is associated with an increased risk for falls, hospitalizations, institutionalization, and death. Exercise is the most widely recommended treatment for improving physical function among the frailty, but the optimal type or intensity of exercise is unknown. Walking is a preferred physical activity among older adults, however, there are no clear guidelines on the best intensity of walking to reduce frailty. The specific goal of this project is to compare a high intensity walking (HIW) intervention (70-80% of heart rate maximum) to a moderate intensity walking (MIW) intervention (50-60% of heart rate maximum) for pre-frail or frail older adults to determine the impact on frailty, mobility, balance, quality of life, and healthcare utilization.
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Exclusion Criteria:
HIW (70-80% Heart Rate max)
Behavioral: High Intensity Walking
Self selected pace
Behavioral: Casual Speed Walking
Intense walking activity at an intensity of 70-80% of the maximum heart rate
Moderate intensity (50-60% of Heart Rate maximum)
Change in frailty as measured by the Survey of Health, Ageing, and Retirement in Europe-Frailty Instrument (SHARE-FI)
Survey of Health, Ageing, and Retirement in Europe-Frailty Instrument (SHARE-FI) which assesses fatigue, appetite, weakness, walking difficulties, and low physical activity
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
Improved mobility as measured by gait speed
Measures related to overall health and mobility
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
Improved mobility as measured by 6 Minute Walk Test
Measures related to mobility
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
Improved mobility as measured by Time Up and Go
Measures related to mobility
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
Improved physical function on the Short Physical Performance Battery
Provide an overall assessment of functional status and physical performance
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
Improved balance as measured by the Berg Balance Scale
The Berg Balance Scale is a valid and reliable 14 item tool to evaluate static and dynamic balance among older adults. Minimum Score 0 to Maximum Score 56. • Score of \< 45 indicates individuals may be at greater risk of falling
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
Monthly self reports of Health Care Utilization
Monthly self-reports of number of falls, number of hospitalizations, and number of emergency room visits
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 3, Month 4, Month 5, Month 6
Patient Reported Outcomes Measure Information System (PROMIS) Global Health
assess subjective measures of physical and mental health, pain, and quality of life
Time frame: Baseline, Week 9, Month 6
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