About This Study
The purpose of this study is to see if losing weight affects bone health in older adults. You will join a group to help you lose weight and may do exercises at a gym three times a week. You might also take a pill called alendronate, which helps keep bones strong, or a placebo for one year.
You will be in the study for a little over one year, with the option of participating in an assessment visit 12 months after the intervention ends.
What Activities Are a Part of this Study?
- Informed Consent Review
- Use of Study Treatments or Placebo
- Use of Study Health Plans
- Review of Medical History
- Study Visits and Consultations
- Surveys/Questionnaires
- Laboratory and Imaging Tests
Age & Gender
- 60 - 100 years old
- All Genders
Language
- This study enrolls English speakers only
Additional Study Information
- No compensation provided
- No reimbursement offered
Study Locations
- Greater Winston-Salem, NC