Frailty in Older Adults With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Outcomes of the VIVIFRAIL Program
National Geriatric Hospital
80 participants
Mar 1, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Frailty is common among older patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and is associated with poor functional outcomes and increased health risks. This study aims to determine the prevalence of frailty and to evaluate the effects of the Vivifrail exercise program on physical performance, activities of daily living, and quality of life in older COPD patients at Hospital 198, Ministry of Public Security, Vietnam.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria5
- Age ≥ 60 years
- Diagnosis of COPD according to GOLD criteria
- Clinically stable COPD (no exacerbation within the past 4 weeks)
- Able to participate in exercise training
- Provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria5
- Acute COPD exacerbation within the past 4 weeks
- Severe cardiovascular disease limiting exercise
- Severe cognitive impairment
- Musculoskeletal disorders preventing exercise
- Participation in another clinical trial
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Interventions
The Vivifrail exercise program is a structured, multicomponent intervention designed for older adults. It includes individualized exercises focusing on strength, balance, flexibility, and aerobic capacity based on the participant's functional level. The program is performed regularly under supervision or guidance to improve physical performance, reduce frailty, and enhance quality of life
Participants receive standard care without structured exercise intervention
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NCT07519603