Nano-Learning for Improving Compliance Among Older Adults With Sarcopenia

NCT ID: NCT07185763

Last Updated: 2025-09-22

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 180 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2025-09-07
• Study Completion Date: 2026-02-25

Brief Summary

Empirical evidence suggests that the use of short videos is associated with decreased feelings of loneliness and social isolation, thereby reducing depression among older adults . Platforms that allow users to showcase aspects of their own lives also serve as a significant avenue for achieving "happiness in old age" and enhancing social interactions with acquaintances . Therefore, this study aims to provide robust evidence on the effectiveness of nano-learning interventions, particularly in the context of sarcopenia, where addressing physical and psychological well-being has become increasingly critical among this cohort.

Detailed Description

Nanolearning is an innovative pedagogical strategy that delivers content in highly focused, ultra-short learning experiences, often lasting less than two minutes, aimed at teaching a single skill or topic . Typically offered digitally through bite-sized video lessons or interactive practice exercises, it capitalizes on learners' preference for short-form content and informal learning methods, making knowledge acquisition more accessible and manageable for busy individuals. A defining feature of nano-learning is its brevity, with lessons intentionally kept under two minutes to align with contemporary learning habits, such as engaging with short-form videos on platforms like YouTube Shorts and TikTok . Empirical evidence suggests that the use of short videos is associated with decreased feelings of loneliness and social isolation, thereby reducing depression among older adults . Platforms that allow users to showcase aspects of their own lives also serve as a significant avenue for achieving "happiness in old age" and enhancing social interactions with acquaintances . Therefore, this study aims to provide robust evidence on the effectiveness of nano-learning interventions, particularly in the context of sarcopenia, where addressing physical and psychological well-being has become increasingly critical among this cohort.

Conditions

Learning; Lack of (Specific); Depression; Older Adults; Sarcopenia

Study Design

• Allocation Method: NON_RANDOMIZED
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Primary Study Purpose: SUPPORTIVE_CARE
• Blinding Strategy: SINGLE

Study Groups

interventional group

• Recruitment was conducted through face-to-face interviews in the clinic's waiting areas by the research team. These initial meetings, lasting approximately 20-30 minutes per participant, were essential for building rapport, obtaining anthropometric and other objective data, and ensuring informed consent. During the interview, the researchers explained the purpose and procedures of the study in detail, collected participants' mobile phone numbers, and administered the baseline (pretest) assessment using the study tools.

Group Type: EXPERIMENTAL

Nano-Learning interventional program

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

AI-based Nano-learning videos involves designing ultra-short, single-focus lessons (not exceeding 2 minutes). Each session was delivered in form of some videos.

control

they will be exposed only to the routine care provided by the nursing homes.

Group Type: NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

Nano-Learning interventional program

AI-based Nano-learning videos involves designing ultra-short, single-focus lessons (not exceeding 2 minutes). Each session was delivered in form of some videos.

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

• Participants were eligible if they were 60 years or older,
• had a diagnosis of sarcopenia based on a cut-off score of ≥3 of the Sarcopenia Geriatric Scale (SARCO-GS) (Rosas-Carrasco, 2023),
• able to communicate effectively, and provided informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria

• Cognitive function was assessed using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), with a cutoff score of 25 or below used to exclude participants (Nasreddine, 2005).

• Minimum Eligible Age: 58 Years
• Maximum Eligible Age: 75 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes

Sponsors

Alexandria University

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

Rasha salah elsayed eweida

assistant professor

Responsibility Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

rasha eweida

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Damanhour University

Locations

Faculty of Nursing

Alexandria, , Egypt

Countries

Egypt

Other Identifiers

7/9/2025

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id