Exercise Habits and Preferences of Community Dwelling Older Adults with Chronic Pain

NCT06595810 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: EHPP
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 20
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

Objective:

• To explore the exercise habits and preferences of community dwelling older adults with chronic pain
• To explore the facilitating factors and barriers in performing regular exercise for community dwelling older adults with chronic pain Significance of study: Chronic pain is a significant issue affecting both physical well-being and socioeconomic aspects across different age groups. Among older adults, physical inactivity is common, especially among those experiencing chronic pain. However, regular physical exercise offers numerous health benefits for the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and central nervous systems. This project aims to explore the exercise habits and preferences of community-dwelling older adults with chronic pain. By identifying facilitating factors and barriers related to exercise, we can develop tailored exercise programs. These programs will promote healthier habits, allowing older adults to continue living independently in their communities and potentially delaying the need for long-term care facilities.

Conditions

Chronic Pain

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Brief Pain Inventory

  Participants, who are community-dwelling older adults with chronic pain, will be interviewed individually or in groups. During the 20-minute interviews, they will be asked about their pain situations, including pain intensity and sites of pain

  1 year

• Exercise habits and preferences

  1 year

Study Arms (1)

Older adult participants

The data collection procedure for the study outlined in the document involves a cross-sectional exploratory approach. The researchers will recruit 20 participants from Neighborhood Elderly Centers and support groups. These participants, who are community-dwelling older adults with chronic pain, will be interviewed individually or in groups. During the 20-minute interviews, they will be asked about their pain situations, including pain intensity and sites of pain, as well as their exercise habits and preferences.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 60 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Age: Participants are aged 60 years or above. Inclusion Criteria: Must score above 6 on the Abbreviated Mental Test, understand Cantonese, and have a history of non-cancer pain in the past 6 months. Exclusion Criteria: Excludes those with serious organic diseases, malignant tumors, diagnosed mental disorders, or recent drug addiction. Recruitment: Participants will be recruited from Neighborhood Elderly Centers.

You may qualify if:

• Aged 60 or above
• Scored \>6 in the Abbreviated Mental Test
• Can understand Cantonese
• Have a history of non-cancer pain in the past 6 months

You may not qualify if:

• Have a serious organic disease or malignant tumour
• Have a mental disorder diagnosed by neurologists or psychiatrists
• Have further medical/surgical treatment in two months or experienced drug addiction

Sponsors & Collaborators

• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Chronic Pain

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Pain; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Central Study Contacts

Mimi Mun Yee Tse, PhD

CONTACT

85239708764; mmytse@hkmu.edu.hk

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: ECOLOGIC OR COMMUNITY
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: September 5, 2024
• First Posted: September 19, 2024
• Study Start: November 1, 2024
• Primary Completion: February 28, 2025
• Study Completion: October 31, 2025
• Last Updated: September 19, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-09