Elderly
Conditions
Keywords
intervention study in elderly (65+), cycle ergometer, physical activity, physical fitness, assisted living facility
Brief summary
The purpose of the present study is to evaluate the short-term and long-term effects of a cycle ergometer program on physical activity and physical fitness in elderly (65+). Therefore, physical activity, physical fitness and functionality are measured at baseline, after 10 weeks (after the intervention period), after 6 months and after 1 year. Different coaching techniques (to promote the use of a cycle ergometer and cycle ergometer program) will also be evaluated. What is the best (coaching) approach for long-term adherence (physical activity)?
Interventions
BEHAVIORALStructured intervention
3x/week - 10 weeks - Support by fitness instructor - Individualised exercise program (cycle ergometer)
BEHAVIORALCoach intervention
promote autonomy - 4 visits during 10 weeks - Support by coach (encouragement) - Individualised exercise program
Sponsors
Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
65 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* 65 yrs * residents of a service flat * No frequent use of bike / cycle ergometer
Exclusion criteria
* recent cardiovascular event or fracture * vestibular or thrombotic disorder * severe dementia * need for oxygen supplementation during daily activities
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Change in objective and subjective measures of degree of physical activity | baseline, 10 weeks, 6 months, 1 year | Physical activity will be measured using a standardized questionnaire and a Sensewear. A Sensewear is an activity monitor (accelerometer) carried on the upper arm during several days and registers the amount of physical activity. |
| Change in objective measures of physical fitness | baseline, 10 weeks, 6 months, 1 year | Physical fitness will be measured using a standardized Six-Minute Walk Test and a Six-Minute Cycle Test. |
| Change in objective measures of functionality | baseline, 10 weeks, 6 months, 1 year | Functionality will be measured using the standardized The Physical Performance Test and 2 strength tests (hand grip and knee extension). |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Change in mental well-being | baseline, 10 weeks, 6 months, 1 year | Standardized questionnaire |
| Change in motivation to be physically active | baseline, 10 weeks, 6 months, 1 year | Standardized questionnaire |
| Change in self-efficacy to be physically active | baseline, 10 weeks, 6 months, 1 year | Standardized questionnaire |
Countries
Belgium
Outcome results
None listed