Sarcopenia is one of the main problems in the elderly population. The concept of disease has evolved, as have its treatment strategies. Among these is high-intensity interval training (HIIT). This approach has been little studied in older adults with sarcopenia, especially in institutionalized older adults in nursing homes. So this will be the objective of the study. A randomised clinical trial is being conducted to analyse how these diagnostic criteria for sarcopenia evolve after the application of HIIT compared to a control group.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE
Enrollment
450
A 12-week high-intensity interval strenght training (HIITs) programme is developed with basic exercises adapted to the living environment of older people. Progress in the exercises over the twelve weeks is measured using the maximum weight that can be lifted in one repetition (1-RM), maximum heart rate (MHR) and the Borg scale.
Universidad de Extremadura
Badajoz, Spain
Hand grip strenght
The researchers used the JAMAR dynamometer
Time frame: Thrice at the baseline: at the start, at 8 weeks and at 12 weeks.
Muscular mass / appendicular skeletal mass (ASM)
The researchers used bioimpedance analysis with Tanita MC780-S MA Multifrequency.
Time frame: Thrice at the baseline: at the start, at 8 weeks and at 12 weeks.
Physical performance
The researchers used the scale: "Short Physical Performance Battery" (SPPB).
Time frame: Thrice at the baseline: at the start, at 8 weeks and at 12 weeks.
Physical performance 2
The researchers used the test: "Timed Up and Go" (TUG).
Time frame: Thrice at the baseline: at the start, at 8 weeks and at 12 weeks.
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