Skeletal muscle abnormalities (sarcopenia) and frailty are common complications seen in patients with end-stage liver disease. The presence of these complications portends poor prognosis. The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of a formal home based video strengthening program (REST) on sarcopenia and frailty. We also want to assess the impact of this exercise program on complication rates, hospitalization, on quality of life (QOL) and on survival.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
19
Mayo Clinic in Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Mayo Clinic in Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, United States
6MWT
6 minute walk
Time frame: 3 months
hand grip
hand grip
Time frame: 3 months
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