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NCT04796064CompletedNot Applicable

Comparative Effectiveness Study of Low Versus High-Intensity Aerobic Training in Community-dwelling Older Men With Post-COVID 19 Sarcopenia

Cairo University2 sites in 1 country76 target enrollmentStarted: March 30, 2020Last updated:
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Conditions

Trial Snapshot

Phase
Not Applicable
Status
Completed
Enrollment
76
Locations
2
Primary Endpoint
Handgrip strength
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Study Overview

Brief Summary

Sarcopenia is the major health concern and common consequence of COVID-19 in the ageing population. The objective of this study is to find and compare low and high-intensity aerobic training protocols on clinical and psychological effects in community-dwelling older men with post-COVID 19 Sarcopenia.

Study Design

Study Type
Interventional
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention Model
Parallel
Primary Purpose
Treatment
Masking
Double (Participant, Investigator)

Eligibility Criteria

Ages
60 Years to 80 Years (Adult, Older Adult)
Sex
Male
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No

Inclusion Criteria

  • •Age range of 60 - 80 years with
  • •A positive diagnosis of post-COVID-19 sarcopenia

Exclusion Criteria

  • •Under medication
  • •History of lower limb surgeries, fractures
  • •Cardiac problems
  • •Respiratory problems
  • •Neurological problems
  • •Systemic problems and any other contraindications for aerobic training

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Handgrip strength

Time Frame: 8 weeks

It is a simple and cost-effective test to measure the upper limb strength

Secondary Outcomes

No secondary outcomes reported

Investigators

Sponsor Class
Other
Responsible Party
Principal Investigator
Principal Investigator

Marwa Eid

assistant professor of physical therapy for surgery

Cairo University

Study Sites (2)

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