Effect of a Multicomponent Exercise Program on Muscle Quality Assessed by Ultrasound, Body Composition, and Functionality in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Sponsor
- University of Salamanca
- Enrollment
- 40
Overview
Brief Summary
This study aims to evlauate the effect os a 32-week multicomponent training (MT) program on muscle architecture and muscle quality (assessed by ultrasound) in womer over 60 years. The study will also analyze concurrent changes in muscle strength, physical performance, and body composition. The hypothesis is that the training will induce positive architectural adaptations, such as reduced echogenicity and increased thickness in the rectus femoris and rectus abdominis muscles, correlating with improved functional independence.
Detailed Description
Population aging emphasizes the need for "healthy aging", where muscle quality (MQ) is a vital metric. However, there is a lack of robust longitudinal protocols integrating ultrasound-assessed MQ with functional performance in older women. This randomized controlled trial involves community-dwelling women aged 60+ from the Geriatric Revitalization Program in Salamanca. Participants will be randomized (1:1) into an experimental group (multicomponent training) or a control group. The intervention is a 32-week supervised program (3 sessions/week, 50 min/session) combining aerobic, strength, balance, and coordination exercises. Primary outcomes focus on muscle architecture (echo intensity and thickness) in the rectus femoris and rectus abdominis muscles. Secondary outcomes include functional capacity (SPPB, TUG, 5-time sit-to-stand), handgrip strength, and body composition.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Intervention Model
- Parallel
- Primary Purpose
- Treatment
- Masking
- Single (Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 60 Years to — (Adult, Older Adult)
- Sex
- Female
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria
- •Being a woman over 60 years of age, residing in the community, and enrolled in the GPR
Exclusion Criteria
- •Having neuromuscular diseases, recent abdominal surgery, metal implants incompatible with measurements, unstable cardiovascular diseases, or previous participation in another exercise program.
Investigators
Luis Polo Ferrero
Professor
University of Salamanca