McMaster exercise study: Home-based high-intensity functional strength training for older adults after a slip, trip or fall

Posted February 14, 2023

We are looking for a few participants for the following study, please feel free to share or reach out with any questions. Thank you!

Have you recently had a slip, trip, or fall and notice small changes in how you walk and climb the stairs?Changes in mobility after a slip, trip, or fall are common. This pilot study is looking for adults 55 and older who are living in the community and notice changes in their walking and/or stair climbing abilities after an injury from a slip, trip, or fall.  Eligible participants will receive either a home-based high-intensity functional strength training or lower-extremity stretching program. Please contact morgaa2@mcmaster.ca for additional details. This research has been reviewed by the Hamilton Integrated Research Board under Project #13879.