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Effects of a Digital Health-Based Resistance and Balance "Exercise Snacking" Program on Community-Dwelling Pre-Frail Older Adults

Effects of a Digital Health-Based Resistance and Balance "Exercise Snacking" Program on Community-Dwelling Pre-Frail Older Adults

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
ChiCTR
Registry ID
ChiCTR2600119141
Enrollment
Unknown
Registered
2026-02-24
Start date
2026-03-01
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-03-02

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Frailty syndrome

Interventions

Intervention Group:Digital health technology-based resistance and balance 'snack exercise' training: three daily 'snack-style' training sessions scheduled in the morning, afternoon, and before bedtime
additionally, two weekly balance training sessions using a balance trainer at community centers, with session duration increasing from 10 minutes in the initial phase to 20 minutes in the advanced pha
Control Group:None

Sponsors

Shanghai Fifth Peoople's Hospital
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to No maximum

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Age >=60 years old; 2. It meets the definition of "frailty" in the diagnostic criteria of Fried frailty syndrome (i.e., it satisfies >=3 frailty phenotypes); 3. Decreased balance function: There are manifestations of reduced balance function, such as single-leg standing time less than 10 seconds (with eyes open), or TUG test time greater than 12 seconds, or BBS score 40 to 56 points; 4. Be capable of using a smart phone; 5. Be able to walk independently without the assistance of others or assistive devices; 6. Have the ability to express and understand normal Mandarin; 7. And demonstrate a willingness and ability to sign the informed consent form and abide by the research protocol.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Acute myocardial infarction has occurred within the past three months; 2. There are unstable or persistent cardiovascular or respiratory diseases; 3. Moderate to severe cognitive impairment; 4. Various mental illnesses that affect the spirit of cooperation; 5. Traumatic fractures have occurred within the past six months; 6. Have participated in moderate-intensity or higher physical activities for more than 150 minutes per week within the past three months; 7. Severe vision or hearing problems; 8. Other potential health issues that may hinder exercise; 9. Have participated in or are currently participating in other related research.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Fried Frailty Phenotype (FP);

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Functional Fitness;Body Composition;

Countries

China

Contacts

Public ContactZhao Mingli

Shanghai Fifth Peoople's Hospital

872767793@qq.com+86 371 56570082

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ChiCTR (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Mar 14, 2026