Status:
COMPLETED
The Effect of 6 Months of Local Vibration Training in Institutionalized Elderly
Lead Sponsor:
Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Conditions:
Osteoporosis
Sarcopenia
Eligibility:
FEMALE
65+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This randomized controlled intervention study in institutionalized elderly investigates the effect of 6 months of local vibration therapy applied on the thigh and hip on muscle strength, muscle mass, ...
Detailed Description
As the world population ages, osteoporosis (skeletal fragility) and sarcopenia (decline in muscle mass and muscle strength) are becoming increasingly important public health concerns. Both osteoporosi...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Female;
- Above 65 years of age;
- Institutionalized in a nursing home, service flat or cloistered community;
- Not on bone-active agents;
- Approval for participation in the study after a medical screening by a doctor. The general practitioner will also be contacted for approving the participation of the patient;
- Signed informed consent.
Exclusion
- Musculoskeletal disease;
- Terminal illness, recent myocardial infarction or unstable cardiovascular conditions;
- Participation in resistance training during the past 24 months;
- Metallic implants (e.g. prothesis);
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2012
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 1 2014
Estimated Enrollment :
50 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01499186
Start Date
January 1 2012
End Date
February 1 2014
Last Update
March 18 2014
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences
Leuven, Vlaams Brabant, Belgium, 3000