Safety and Feasibility of a Novel In--Bed Resistance Training Device in Elderly Inpatients

Safety and Feasibility of a Novel In--Bed Resistance Training Device in Elderly Inpatients

The purpose of this study is to decrease deconditioning of elderly inpatients in acute care institutions and to assess the safety and feasibility of a newly developed resistance training device. Investigators believe this device will help hospitalized seniors maintain their independence by preventing the loss of functionality from deconditioning and improve value of care through decreased length of stay and utilization of care. Current therapy will be complemented with a new in--bed resistance training device to target weak elderly patients and standardize progressive resistance training in facilities.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients greater than or equal to 70 years old
• Admitted to acute inpatient medicine unit at NYU Langone Health (17E and 17W) from - - - - - Emergency Department
• Receiving Physical Therapy
• Initial AMPAC 6 clicks score 11-18
• English Speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• ICU level care
• Acute cardiac risk (including recent acute MI and stroke, unstable arrhythmias, or uncontrolled hypertension)
• Exercise-limiting physical disability (ie rotator cuff injury, neurologic impairment)
• Severe cognitive impairment (1) No significant dementia or delirium (2) Patient able to accept readiness for PT and comprehend education
• Contact Precautions