Living Independence Through Functional Training (LIFT): Feasibility of Hybrid Task-Oriented Resistance Exercise Following Home Health Discharge
University of Florida
Summary
The purpose of the research is to evaluate the feasibility and benefits of a six-week hybrid task-oriented resistance exercise program for older adults who have been recently discharged from home health care.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 65–90 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * between the ages of 65 and 90 years * community-dwelling * live within a 50-mile radius of the study site with wireless connectivity in the area * mobility limitations as indicated by self-reported of using a mobility aid or having unsteady gait or walking slower than before * cognitive decline as indicated by a score \< 12 on Mini MoCA Version 2.1 * a care partner or adult family member living in the home or nearby * willing to wear an activity tracker during the study period Exclusion Criteria: * plan to receive skilled rehabilitation services * plan to move away out…
Interventions
- BehavioralTask-oriented resistance exercise
The intervention program includes progressive resistance exercise and daily activity exercise, delivered over a six-week period with an ideal frequency of three sessions per week. Progressive resistance exercise will be provided through a combination of in-person and online sessions, while daily activity exercise will be delivered exclusively in person.
Locations (2)
- College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of FloridaGainesville, Florida
- University of FloridaGainesville, Florida