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How Muscles Affect Walking as We Get Older

Study Leader

Stephen Kritchevsky, PhD


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    About This Study

    The purpose of this study is to find out why some older adults lose the ability to walk easily. Our researchers will test how changes in muscles, like strength and energy, affect walking and fitness. The goal is to find ways to help people stay active and independent as they age. To learn more, please visit our website here: www.sommastudy.com/somma2

    What Activities Are a Part of this Study?

    • Informed Consent Review
    • After Study Follow-Up Activities
    • Focus Group/Interview
    • Review of Medical History
    • Physical Examinations
    • Phone Calls and/or Emails
    • Study Visits and Consultations
    • Surveys/Questionnaires
    • Laboratory and Imaging Tests
    • Specimen Sample Collection

    Age & Gender

    • 70 - 100+ years old
    • All Genders

    Language

    • This study enrolls English speakers only

    Additional Study Information

    • Compensation Offered
    • No reimbursement offered

    Study Locations

    • Greater Winston-Salem, NC

    Study Topics

    Aging Bones, Joints, Muscles Men's Health Pain Wellness and Lifestyle Women's Health

    Study Locations and Contacts

    • Greater Winston-Salem, NC: Kim Kennedy Kimberly.Kennedy@Advocatehealth.org
    • Study Information
    • IRB Number: IRB00053737

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