Promoting Walking in Older Adults Living in Independent Living Communities in Northern Ireland: A Feasibility Study.
Launched by QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY, BELFAST · Nov 2, 2015
Trial Information
Current as of May 30, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The proposed study is a cluster randomized controlled feasibility trial of a multi-level peer-led walking intervention. The socio-ecological model and social cognitive theory provides the framework that will help inform and test the feasibility of a multi-level peer-led walking intervention for inactive older adults living in independent living communities in Northern Ireland. The behaviour change techniques identified and extracted from a previous systematic review on the effectiveness of peer-led physical activity interventions helped guide the decision-making process of which behavior ch...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Adults over the age of 60 years recruited from fold housing associations, dependent on site; those receiving nursing care will not be included.
- • 2. Inactive/not regularly walking (less than 30 minutes
- • 3. Have the ability to read, write, understand and speak English.
- • 4. Can walk freely without human assistance (residents will be included they use a walking stick/walking aid.)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. If they have fallen in the last 6 months
- • 2. Have regular nursing assistance/care within the fold
- • 3. Residents with dementia or other cognitive challenges will be excluded.
About Queen's University, Belfast
Queen's University Belfast is a prestigious research institution located in Northern Ireland, renowned for its commitment to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes through innovative clinical research. The university actively engages in a diverse range of clinical trials, focusing on translational medicine and interdisciplinary collaboration to address pressing health challenges. With a strong emphasis on ethical standards and patient safety, Queen's University Belfast leverages its state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced researchers to contribute to the development of new therapies and enhance the understanding of various medical conditions.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Belfast, , United Kingdom
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Mark A Tully, PhD
Principal Investigator
Queen's University, Belfast
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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