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Dr Shin-Yi (Chloe) Chiou
+44(0)121 414 5315
s.chiou@bham.ac.uk


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Mind-body training with a mobile app for older adults

Not Recruiting

Open to: All Genders

Age: Senior

Birmingham Birmingham

Medical Conditions

Generic health relevance in ageing older adults who have had a fall in the past year

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Training both the brain and body at the same time improves multitasking performance and mobility, thereby reducing the risk of falling. Some mind-body training programmes, delivered via mobile applications on tablets and smartphones, can improve mobility and the ability to multitask. Suitable cognitive (mind) and physical exercises can be pre-selected into a mind-body training programme, allowing people to self-direct their exercise independently while at home. This study proposes a blended method combining both a supervised and a self-directed mind-body training programme, with the use of technology via a mobile app. This project will examine how acceptable this new programme is likely to be to older people at risk of falling and will evaluate the feasibility of delivering it within the NHS.

Start dates may differ between countries and research sites. The research team are responsible for keeping the information up-to-date.  

The recruitment start and end dates are as follows:

01 May 2024 31 Dec 2024

The study involves a 24-week mind-body exercise training programme. The programme has two phases: phase 1 (12 weeks) involves older adults undertaking the programme delivered via a mobile app with supervision from a physiotherapist in the community that aligns to the standard care; phase 2 (12 weeks) is self-directed, with participants independently exercising at home using the app.


Older adults aged 65 years old and over who have had a fall in the past year

You can take part if:



You may not be able to take part if:


1. Have an unstable or acute medical condition that precluded exercise participation2. Suffer from a progressive neurological condition (such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis)3. Are not recommended to undertake any forms of unsupervised exercise by their GPs or secondary healthcare team; for example, having uncontrolled blood pressure, postural hypotension, acute/unstable cardiac issues, and dizziness brought on by exercise or changing posture, or 4. Are currently participating in a different research study for managing their fall risks


Below are the locations for where you can take part in the trial. Please note that not all sites may be open.

  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital
    Mindelsohn Way Edgbaston
    Birmingham
    B15 2GW
  • University of Birmingham
    School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences Edgbaston
    Birmingham
    B15 2TT

Participants may improve strength and balance by undertaking regular exercises as part of the study.
There may be risks associated with undergoing balance exercises as these tend to be challenging. Clear instructions on how to undertake these exercises safely at home will be provided. Participants can contact the research team if they need help with using the app during the study.
There might be conditions that were previously unknown being noticed during exercise or assessments (e.g., pain during a certain movement, declined cognition); this could be considered both a benefit or risk. In this case, we will notify the participant's GP about the conditions, who may be advised to arrange further management or to refer to appropriate specialities.

Dr Shin-Yi (Chloe) Chiou
+44(0)121 414 5315
s.chiou@bham.ac.uk



The study is sponsored by University of Birmingham and funded by National Institute for Health and Care Research.



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Read full details for Trial ID: ISRCTN15123197

Or CPMS 55683

Last updated 20 January 2025

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