Overview
Body Locations and Systems
Diagnosis and Therapy
Status
Closed for Recruitment
Start/End Dates
Name/Title
Nicola Cherneski, Research Coordinator
Phone
Email Address
Purpose of Study
The purpose of this study isto increase physical activity, reduce sitting time, and increase strength and balance in middle-aged and older adults. The REACH program will help particpants change habits and embed light acitivites througout regular daily routines.
This study takes place twice a week over 8 weeks. Particpants will be asked to complete questionaires, physical performance measures and two to three interviews.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Woman age 55 and over who speak English. Particpants must be able to walk a minimum of four city blocks, climb a flight of stairs and take part in a physical acitivity and walking program.
Disclaimer
Study Coordinators and Research Nurses cannot give medical advice over the phone. Telephone numbers and email addresses are provided for obtaining additional information on specific clinical research trials only. If you have specific questions which require clinical expertise, please call your primary care physician.
The purpose of this study isto increase physical activity, reduce sitting time, and increase strength and balance in middle-aged and older adults. The REACH program will help particpants change habits and embed light acitivites througout regular daily routines.
This study takes place twice a week over 8 weeks. Particpants will be asked to complete questionaires, physical performance measures and two to three interviews.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Woman age 55 and over who speak English. Particpants must be able to walk a minimum of four city blocks, climb a flight of stairs and take part in a physical acitivity and walking program.
Study Coordinators and Research Nurses cannot give medical advice over the phone. Telephone numbers and email addresses are provided for obtaining additional information on specific clinical research trials only. If you have specific questions which require clinical expertise, please call your primary care physician.
