Multidisciplinary Combined Exercise and Nutrition Intervention for Sarcopenia

Launched by SEOUL NATIONAL UNIVERSITY BUNDANG HOSPITAL · Jul 1, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of a combined exercise and nutrition program on older adults who have sarcopenia, a condition characterized by the loss of muscle mass and strength. The goal is to see if this combined approach can improve physical abilities, muscle strength, and overall quality of life compared to standard medical care. Participants will be evaluated at the beginning of the study, and then again 12 weeks and 24 weeks later, using tests that measure things like handgrip strength, walking speed, and muscle mass.

To be eligible for the trial, participants need to be between 65 and 90 years old and meet specific criteria for sarcopenia, including having metabolic syndrome. However, those with certain health issues, such as severe kidney problems or uncontrolled heart disease, won't be able to join. If you decide to participate, you can expect to engage in a structured exercise and nutrition program aimed at improving your strength and daily functioning. This trial is currently recruiting participants, and it offers a chance to contribute to important research that could benefit older adults facing similar health challenges.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • patients older than 65 years and under 90 years
• • patients who meet the criteria for the Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia (AWGS) 2019
• • patients who had metabolic syndrome
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • patients with less than estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) 30
• • patients with musculoskeletal or chronic lung disease incapable of exercise
• • patients with untreated or uncontrolled cardiovascular disease which may affect muscle mass or performing exercise
• • patients less than 5 years after treatment of malignant tumor
• • patients with liver cirrhosis, diabetes and other chronic disease
• • patients who cannot perform combined exercise nutrition intervention for other reasons