Otago Exercise Programme and Physical Function in Older Adults in Sarawak
NCT ID: NCT07258550
Last Updated: 2025-12-02
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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
120 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2024-04-01
2024-07-31
Brief Summary
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Assessments were conducted at baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks using the Senior Fitness Test (SFT), Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and WHOQOL-BREF to evaluate changes in physical fitness, balance, and quality of life. The study aims to provide evidence on the effectiveness of OEP as a feasible, community-based fall-prevention and functional fitness programme for older adults in Malaysia. Findings will contribute to national healthy ageing policy and rehabilitation strategies under the WHO Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021-2030) framework.
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Detailed Description
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Participants were screened for eligibility and safety using clinical history, medical clearance forms, and physical readiness questions. Randomization was conducted using computer-generated permuted blocks, with allocation sequences prepared and concealed by an independent coordinator not involved in assessment or intervention delivery.
The intervention protocol followed the standardized OEP training manual and included lower-limb strengthening, balance exercises, functional mobility tasks, and progressive walking prescriptions. Participants performed three weekly home-based sessions supported by weekly group-supervised sessions led by trained facilitators. Exercise progression was individualized according to participant capability and safety guidelines.
Outcome assessments were conducted at baseline, week 6, and week 12 by assessors who were blinded to group allocation. Standardized measurement procedures were used following the Senior Fitness Test (SFT) manual and the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) assessment protocol. Adverse events and training adherence were monitored throughout the intervention period.
The study operated under ethical approval from the Medical Research Ethics Committee, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Ref: FME/24/115). This project was conducted as part of a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) research requirement. Findings are expected to contribute evidence for community-based fall-prevention strategies and healthy ageing programmes in Malaysia.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
PREVENTION
TRIPLE
Study Groups
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Experimental: Otago Exercise Programme (OEP)
Participants in the intervention group will receive the Otago Exercise Programme (OEP), a structured, multicomponent home- and group-based exercise programme focusing on lower-limb strength, balance, and functional mobility. Each supervised session lasts about 60 minutes and includes warm-up, strengthening, balance, and cool-down exercises. Sessions are conducted three times weekly for 12 weeks under supervision by trained facilitators, with participants encouraged to continue selected exercises at home.
Otago Exercise Programme (OEP)
The Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) is a behavioural, multicomponent exercise protocol focusing on lower-limb strength, balance, and functional mobility. It includes warm-up, strengthening, balance, and cool-down components performed three times weekly for 12 weeks under trained supervision. The programme aims to improve balance, enhance lower-limb strength, and reduce fall risk among community-dwelling older adults.
No Intervention: Usual Daily Activity (Control)
Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily activities and will not participate in any structured exercise programme. They will receive general health education leaflets on physical activity and fall prevention at baseline, without additional supervised training.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Otago Exercise Programme (OEP)
The Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) is a behavioural, multicomponent exercise protocol focusing on lower-limb strength, balance, and functional mobility. It includes warm-up, strengthening, balance, and cool-down components performed three times weekly for 12 weeks under trained supervision. The programme aims to improve balance, enhance lower-limb strength, and reduce fall risk among community-dwelling older adults.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Able to ambulate independently, with or without an assistive device.
* Physically and cognitively able to participate in exercise sessions.
* Willing to provide written informed consent and commit to the 12-week programme and all scheduled assessments.
* Medically cleared for moderate-intensity exercise by a healthcare provider.
Exclusion Criteria
* Unstable medical conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, recent cardiac event, severe respiratory illness).
* Cognitive impairment or diagnosed dementia preventing informed participation.
* Currently participating in any other structured exercise or physiotherapy programme.
* Any contraindication to moderate-intensity physical activity as determined by screening or medical history.
60 Years
100 Years
ALL
Yes
Sponsors
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University Malaysia Sarawak
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Anselm Ting Su
Professor, Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
Locations
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Dewan Tasik Biru
Bau, Sarawak, Malaysia
Countries
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Other Identifiers
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SELF-FUNDED-DRPH-2024
Identifier Type: OTHER_GRANT
Identifier Source: secondary_id
UNIMAS-OEP-2024
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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