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Multicomponent Exercise Program on Physical Function, Cognition and Falls Risk Among Older Adults Living in Nursing Homes (MOVE4CARE)
Sponsor: Universidade do Porto
Summary
Can a multicomponent exercise program significantly improve physical and cognitive function and reduce fall rates among nursing home residents? To address this question, the present study aims to compare the effectiveness of a multicomponent exercise program with a stretching and relaxation program in nursing home residents.
Official title: Effects of a Multicomponent Exercise Program on Physical Function, Cognition and Falls Risk Among Older Adults Living in Nursing Homes: MOVE4CARE
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-02-18
Completion Date
2026-07-31
Last Updated
2026-02-17
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Multicomponent exercise intervention
Twice-weekly for the 12-week duration. The exercise intervention will take place at the nursing homes and consists of 12 weeks of supervised multicomponent exercise training, performed twice weekly on nonconsecutive days to avoid overtraining and fatigue. Each session will last 50-60 min and consist of a warm-up, progressive resistance and power exercises combined with aerobic and balance activities, and a 5-min cool-down period (stretching and flexibility movements). The exercise protocol will follow the Global Consensus on Optimal Exercise recommendations for enhancing healthy longevity in older adults.
stretching and relaxation program
Twice-weekly for the 12-week duration. The active control Program consist of stretches, deep breathing and relaxation techniques, general (light intensity) physical activity in the sitting position.
Locations (1)
Faculty of Sports, University of Porto
Porto, Portugal