Aged
Conditions
Brief summary
This study evaluates the determinants of mobility, measured by the 6-minute walk test, and its correlation with quality of life in near elderly patients.
Detailed description
To evaluate the determinants of mobility an its correlation with quality of life, we conducted a study that evaluated patients ability to perform the 6-minute walk test and their corresponding quality of life measured by the EQ-5D. Cognition was evaluated used the Callahan six-item screener, and additional measures of physical performance were assessed using the Short Physical Performance Battery. Participants disclosed self reported physical function and physical activity. Additionally, other participant characteristics including vital signs, medication history and healthcare utilization were determined as well as social, economic and health related information was collected.
Interventions
OTHER6 Minute Walk Test
The 6 minute walk test measures the distance walked in 6 minutes without sitting and without the use of a walker or the help of another person (a cane may be used). The walk was conducted in a wide hallway, specifically designed for this type of assessment, with a defined 20-meter course. The subject walked back and forth in the hallway for six minutes and the distance covered was recorded.
OTHEREQ-5D Survey
The EQ-5D is a self-reported questionnaire that describes a respondent's health using a descriptive system comprised of five items, each representing a different health dimension (mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression). For each dimension, respondents state whether they have no problems, slight problems, moderate problems, severe problems, or are unable to perform the activity.
The SPPB is a brief performance battery based on timed short distance walk, repeated chair stands and balance test administered by trained examiners. The measurement goal for this battery is to assess lower extremity functional limitations, which indicate functional abilities and are a strong measure of risk for future disability.
Sponsors
Sanofi
Precision Health Economics
Study design
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Intervention model description
All subjects enrolled in our trial performed the 6-minute walk test and completed an EQ-5D quality of life questionnaire.
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
50 Years to 70 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Willing to provide informed consent * Willing to perform the 6-minute walk without the use of a walker, or the assistance of another person. * Ability to speak and understand English
Exclusion criteria
* Medical condition that precludes safe participation in the 6 minute walk test
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Patient-Reported Quality of Life | On the day of assessment | Measured using the EQ-5D instrument |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mobility | On the day of assessment | Measured using the 6-minute walk test |
Outcome results
None listed