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Behavioural Intervention

Experimental AB group for Limited Mobility

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Led By Sylvie Nadeau, PhD
Research Sponsored by Sylvie Nadeau
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Being aged 50 and over
Being able to walk without human assistance for short distances
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 8 to 10 weeks
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Study Summary

This trial aims to create personalized exercise programs for older adults with limited mobility using a special stationary bike. The study will test the effectiveness and acceptance of these programs and their impact on physical health and quality of

Who is the study for?
This trial is for older adults who have trouble moving around easily. Participants should be interested in trying out a new type of bike exercise program designed to improve their mobility and overall health.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares personalized training on an advanced 'Smart' stationary bike with sessions on a regular stationary bike, aiming to see which is better for improving physical health and quality of life in older adults with limited mobility.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this involves low-impact exercise, side effects might include muscle soreness or fatigue. However, the risk is minimal as the program is tailored for seniors with decreased mobility.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am 50 years old or older.
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I can walk by myself for short distances.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~8 to 10 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 8 to 10 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Leg strength and endurance
Walking ability and functional capacity
Secondary outcome measures
Quality of life
Well-being

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Experimental AB groupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
In this arm, 5 participants will train on the intelligent bike for 5 sessions followed by 5 sessions on a conventional bike (5 participants).
Group II: Active comparator BA groupActive Control2 Interventions
The participants in this arm will start training on a conventional bike for 5 sessions followed by 5 sessions on the intelligent bike (5 participants).

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Sylvie NadeauLead Sponsor
Sylvie Nadeau, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversité de Montréal
1 Previous Clinical Trials
30 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there currently any available slots for new participants in this medical trial?

"Affirmative. As per clinicaltrials.gov, this study is actively seeking candidates. The trial was initially listed on January 15th, 2024 and last updated on April 23rd, 2024. It aims to enroll a total of 10 patients at one designated site."

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Is the research open to participants who are younger than 55 years old?

"Participants must be between 50 and 95 years old to meet the age requirements for this study."

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What is the upper limit for the number of participants who can be enrolled in this research project?

"Indeed, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that this research is actively enrolling participants. It was initially shared on January 15th, 2024, and last revised on April 23rd of the same year. The trial aims to recruit a total of 10 patients from one designated site."

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~7 spots leftby May 2025