i-STRONGER for Functional Recovery in Aging
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This cluster randomized clinical trial seeks to provide large-scale, foundational evidence that high-intensity rehabilitation is effective and can be systematically implemented to improve functional outcomes for patients admitted to skilled nursing facilities following hospitalization. Additionally, this study will generate a descriptive overview of factors that predict implementation success while informing effective implementation strategies for future skilled nursing facilities innovation.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the i-STRONGER rehabilitation program safe for older adults in skilled nursing facilities?
The i-STRONGER program, which involves high-intensity resistance training, has been studied for its safety and feasibility in skilled nursing facilities. While high-intensity training can improve physical function, it is important to monitor for potential adverse events, such as falls, which are common among older adults in these settings.12345
How is the i-STRONGER treatment different from other treatments for functional recovery in aging?
The i-STRONGER treatment is unique because it uses high-intensity resistance training specifically designed to challenge skeletal muscles, which is different from the low-intensity interventions typically used in skilled nursing facilities. This approach has shown better physical function improvements in older adults compared to standard care.12367
What data supports the effectiveness of the i-STRONGER treatment for functional recovery in aging?
A high-intensity resistance training approach like i-STRONGER has shown better physical function in older adults in skilled nursing facilities, according to a single-site pilot study. This suggests that more intense rehabilitation can lead to improved outcomes compared to standard low-intensity care.138910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jennifer E Stevens-Lapsley, PT, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of Colorado, Denver
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults aged 50 or older who can walk when they enter a skilled nursing facility (SNF) from the hospital. They must be in an SNF that works with Aegis Therapies and sees about 15 patients a month for short-term rehab. People with weight-bearing issues, multiple SNF stays, contraindications to intense exercise, or neurological conditions like stroke or Parkinson's cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive high-intensity rehabilitation (i-STRONGER) or usual care in skilled nursing facilities
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including rehospitalization rates
Implementation Evaluation
Evaluation of the implementation success of high-intensity rehabilitation using the RE-AIM framework
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- i-STRONGER
- Usual Care
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Colorado, Denver
Lead Sponsor
Aegis Therapies, Inc.
Collaborator
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Collaborator