Using a Technology Assisted Physical Activity Program to Improve Muscle Strength, Joint Mobility, Standing Time,Self-efficacy and Life Satisfaction of Residents in Institutions
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 终止
- 入组人数
- 51
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Joint Mobility
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to examine the effectiveness of a technology-assisted physical activity program on improving muscle strength, joint mobility, standing time, self-efficacy, and life satisfaction among residents in institutions.
With the rapid growth of the aging population in Taiwan and the associated decline in physical function, innovative interventions are urgently needed. The program integrates interactive digital displays to provide safe, guided exercise routines tailored to residents in institutions, with the goal of enhancing both physical and psychological well-being, thereby improving overall quality of life.
详细描述
Taiwan is rapidly entering a super-aged society, with individuals aged 65 and above projected to exceed 20% of the total population by 2025. Aging is associated with declines in muscle endurance, joint mobility, balance, and functional independence, which severely affect daily living performance. Although aging cannot be prevented, appropriate interventions can slow down functional decline and improve quality of life.
This study used a randomized controlled trial design to investigate the effects of a technology-assisted exercise intervention in long-term care facilities. Residents classified as frail or mildly frail according to the Clinical Frailty Scale were recruited and randomly assigned to either the intervention group (n=26) or the control group (n=25).
The intervention group will participate in eight sessions of a technology-assisted exercise program, consisting of 26 seated movements covering the neck, shoulders, chest, upper and lower limbs. The program, designed by faculty and students from National Taiwan University of Sport, emphasizes safety and accessibility for Residents. Exercises will be demonstrated via an advanced digital display system with real-time feedback, and each session will last approximately 30 minutes. The control group will maintain routine physical activities without digital assistance.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Prevention
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Suitable for participation in an exercise intervention program. Able to understand and comply with study instructions, willingly participate, and sign an informed consent form.
排除标准
- •Residents with severe cognitive impairment or unable to cooperate with exercise guidance
研究组 & 干预措施
Using a technology-assisted physical activity program
Residents are guided through 26 seated exercises using a digital display and receive real-time feedback. Each set of exercises lasts 30 minutes and is repeated eight times, aiming to improve muscle strength, flexibility, balance, self-efficacy, and life satisfaction.
干预措施: physical activity program (Behavioral)
Not receiving a technology-assisted physical activity program
Institutional residents can continue their daily physical activities within the facility without digital assistance.
结局指标
主要结局
Joint Mobility
时间窗: Baseline and post-intervention (8 weeks).
Range of motion of upper and lower limb joints measured with goniometer (degrees).
Self-Efficacy
时间窗: Baseline and post-intervention (8 weeks).
Self-efficacy for daily activities assessed using validated self-efficacy scale. Higher scores indicate stronger confidence. scale scored on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree). Higher scores indicate stronger self-efficacy.
Muscle Strength
时间窗: Baseline and post-intervention (8 weeks).
Description: Grip strength measured by dynamometer (kg).
Standing Time
时间窗: Baseline and post-intervention (8 weeks).
Description: Maximum duration of standing measured in seconds to assess balance and lower-limb strength.
Life Satisfaction
时间窗: Baseline and post-intervention (8 weeks).
Global life satisfaction assessed with the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). Higher scores indicate greater satisfaction. Global life satisfaction assessed with the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), a 5-item scale scored on a 7-point Likert scale (1 = strongly disagree, 7 = strongly agree). Higher scores indicate greater life satisfaction.
次要结局
未报告次要终点