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Effectiveness of a Physical Exercise Prescription Program in Primary Care for Adults Aged 65 and Older: PREFIS-AP
Sponsor: Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Salamanca
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an individualized Physical Exercise Prescription Program delivered in Primary Care for adults aged 65 years and older. The intervention includes a structured assessment of physical fitness, muscle function and mass, physical activity level, and quality of life, followed by a tailored exercise plan encompassing aerobic, strength, respiratory, flexibility, and balance training. Outcomes will be compared with a control group receiving standard health advice to walk briskly for at least 30 minutes daily. The study also explores associations between polypharmacy, muscle function, physical performance, and quality of life.
Official title: Effectiveness of a Physical Exercise Prescription Program in Primary Care to Improve Physical Fitness and Quality of Life in Adults Aged 65 Years and Older in a Rural Health Area: PREFIS-AP Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
210
Start Date
2026-02
Completion Date
2026-12
Last Updated
2026-02-06
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Physical Exercise Prescription Program
Participants receive a structured and individualized 12-week program including: Aerobic exercise (continuous and interval training, intensity guided by Borg scale) Strength training using elastic bands (progressively increasing repetitions, series, and load) Respiratory exercises with pressure-based devices Flexibility exercises (static stretching routines) Balance training (single-leg stance, heel-toe walking, eyes-closed tasks) The program is generated through the MEDORA electronic system after baseline evaluation. A certified Exercise Technician provides instruction, supervision, and progression adjustments.
Locations (1)
Centro de Salud de Villoria
Villoría, Salamanca, Spain