Status:

UNKNOWN

Integrating Reminiscence Technology Into Exercise Programs in Subacute Care

Lead Sponsor:

Bruyère Health Research Institute.

Collaborating Sponsors:

Bruyere Academic Medical Organization

Conditions:

Rehabilitation

Eligibility:

All Genders

18+ years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This study evaluates the feasibility of a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the impact of motivating reminiscence-based therapy on exercise adherence, mood and physical health within a subacute ...

Detailed Description

Adherence to physical activity in older adults and those in a low-intensity rehabilitation program is important with respect to achieving the demonstrated benefits in mobility, physical function and o...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Admitted to the LIR (Low-intensity rehabilitation) or CMP (complex medical program) unit/floor where the research study is being conducted. Of note, both units receive low intensity rehabilitation services at baseline.
  • Participants capable of providing informed consent or have a SDM capable of providing consent on their behalf
  • Sufficient visual abilities to observe images on the domed screen
  • Able to comprehend and communicate in English or French
  • Minimum height requirement of 5'2" or 157cm in order to successfully fit the BikeAround system's stationary bike.

Exclusion

  • Physical limitations (as determined by the SVH healthcare/physiotherapy team) that prevent use of the jDome BikeAround. This includes:
  • 1\) Inability to coordinate/move lower limbs effectively to complete pedaling task
  • 2\) The pedaling exercise causes discomfort/pain greater than expected with physical activity
  • 3\) Medical treatment prevents usage of the system (i.e. continuous ventilatory needs for patients admitted within the CMP unit)
  • Cognitive impairment (as determined by the SVH healthcare/physiotherapy team) that prevent use of the jDome BikeAround, such as:
  • 1\) Inability to sustain attention to focus on pedaling task
  • 2\) Inability to follow one-step commands.
  • Known behavioral abnormalities (e.g. overly aggressive behavior) that in the opinion of the clinical care team might impede any meaningful participation in the project
  • Those who are in the opinion of, the attending physician or clinical team, too unwell to participate in the project

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

July 1 2023

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

April 1 2024

Estimated Enrollment :

60 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT05381571

Start Date

July 1 2023

End Date

April 1 2024

Last Update

February 15 2023

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Saint-Vincent Hospital

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1R 7A5