A Study of the Intervention Effect of a Hybrid Exercise Program on Frail Elderly

Hybrid Exercise Program is Frail Elderly Need: Effectiveness on the Physical Abilities and Clinical Assistance From White Box Modeling

The declining physical condition of frail elderly is becoming an ugent problem. Although the exercise intensity of Wu Qin Xi appears to be low, it is highly effective in the older individuals. Inspired by the characteristics and functions of Wu Qin Xi, we designed a brand new exercise intervention training program among frail older people, which incorporates Wu Qin Xi, strength exercises and endurance exercises to improve physical fitness, and even reverse the condition of frailty. Furthermore, to improve utility in clinical practice, we innovatively employed machine learning simulations to infer the condition of older adults and predict their level of frailty after the intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. a Fried frailty phenotype score of 3-5 points;
2. could walk for at least 6 min without support;
3. had not been able to walk in the past year other training.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. people who have a past mental illness or serious psychological issues which make it difficult to obey orders;
2. people who have had neurological disorders within the last six months;
3. people who must regularly participate in other training programs during the study period;
4. people who struggle to walk normally due to significant muscle and skeletal injuries and continuous joint discomfort.