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Life 2: Improving Fitness and Function in Elders
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Multi-component physical activity counseling program for Aging and Mobility Limitations. Completed, enrolled 400 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether a 12-month physical activity counseling program, compared to usual care, improves physical performance in a sample of older veterans. The primary physical performance outcome is change in gait speed.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
A one-year high intensity physical activity counseling program with the following five components: (1) a baseline face-to-face counseling session by the health counselor, (2) follow-up telephone calls by the health counselor biweekly for 6 weekly and then monthly, (3) a one-time physician endorsement of the prescribed exercise regimen in a primary care clinic visit, (4) monthly automated tailored telephone calls from the primary care provider encouraging continued physical activity, and (5) quarterly mailed materials providing personalized feedback