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The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness and usability of a Gingko app based exercise training in middle and older aged adults. The main question it aims to answer is if the personalized Gingko app-based exercise is more effective in improving overall physical function than self-guided training with the NIA exercise booklet.
Individuals aged >45 years will be recruited. All participants will complete app-based and other assessments at 3 time points(baseline, 6 weeks into the intervention, and after 12 weeks of intervention). Each participant will be asked to perform 3-4 sessions of exercise per week for 12 weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the Gingko app-based exercise raining or NIA booklet based exercise training.
The following assessments will be performed: App-based physical assessments of strength, aerobic capacity, and balance, International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) to assess physical activity levels, Short Form-12 (SF-12) to assess the quality of life ,Likert scale ratings and open-ended questions to assess user satisfaction and acceptability, Self-Efficacy Exercise Scale (SEE) to assess patient reported exercise self-efficacy.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Gingko App-Based Exercise | Experimental | Participants will be provided with an Apple iPad with access to the Ginkgo Active app, a weight-measuring scale, and a step counter wearable device at the baseline assessment session. Research staff will provide education on app navigation, exercise execution, and safety considerations during this session. Along with the exercises, the participants will also be instructed to wear the step counter every day and log their weight every week.The Ginkgo Active app will personalize each participant's exercises based on an initial assessment, including functional tests to assess balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength. Participants will complete their weekly training by following the guided exercises. Reassessments will be conducted through the app every 4 weeks to generate updated prescriptions.The app provides real-time feedback during exercise and allow users to report any exercises that cause discomfort, with the algorithm adjusting the exercise prescription accordingly. |
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| NIA Booklet Based Exercise | Active Comparator | Participants will be provided with NIA exercise booklet, a weight-measuring scale, and a step counter wearable device at the baseline assessment session. Participants will receive the National Institute on Aging (NIA) recommended exercise booklet at the baseline assessment session. Research staff will review the booklet content and provide education on proper exercise execution and safety considerations. Participants will be asked to follow the exercises outlined in the booklet 3-4 times per week for 12 weeks. Participants will be provided with a paper log to record the date, duration, and any comments about each exercise session. The log will be reviewed at mid-point assessments and collected at the final assessment visit. After their 12 weeks of control group training, the participants will then cross over to the experimental group and receive the Ginkgo app-based training. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Ginkgo App-based Exercise Training | Combination Product | Participants in this group will receive personalized exercises from Ginkgo App |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| App-based physical assessments of strength | The Ginkgo Active app will instruct and guide participants through a standardized upper-body, lower-body, and core exercise, measuring strength by repetitions completed within a set time or by the duration a position is held (based on the exercise and muscle group being tested) | Change from baseline physical assessment at 12 weeks |
| App-based physical assessments of endurance | The Ginkgo Active app will instruct and guide participants through an endurance assessment using the Step-in-Place test. The participant stands upright next to a wall and positions one hand at a height midway between the patella (kneecap) and the iliac crest (top of the hip bone). The participant then marches in place for a specified duration, lifting the knees to the height of the hand. Rest breaks are permitted, and participants may hold onto the wall or a stable chair for balance. Endurance is assessed by recording the total number of times the right knee reaches the target hand height | Change from baseline physical assessment at 12 weeks |
| App-based physical assessments of balance | The Ginkgo Active app will instruct and guide participants through a balance assessment using the single-leg stance test. Participants will be asked to maintain balance on one leg for up to 30 seconds. Performance is interpreted as follows: holding the position for less than 10 seconds indicates a need for balance training, whereas maintaining the position for 25-30 seconds indicates good, stable balance. | Change from baseline physical assessment at 12 weeks |
| Weight Measurement | The weight will measured in kilograms | Change from baseline physical assessment at 12 weeks |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) | The IPAQ is a 27-item self-reported measure of physical activity. The IPAQ assesses physical activity (walking, moderate & vigorous activity, sitting) over the last 7 days, generating scores as Metabolic Equivalent (MET)-minutes per week (continuous) or by categorizing into low, moderate, or high activity levels (categorical). Scoring involves multiplying minutes per week for each activity type by assigned MET values (e.g., 8 for vigorous, 4 for moderate, 3.3 for walking) and summing them for total MET-minutes, then applying specific criteria for categories like minimum days/duration. |
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Kelly Westlake, PhD | University of Maryland, Baltimore | Principal Investigator |
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| NIA Booklet Exercise | Combination Product | Participants in this group will first receive NIA booklet based exercise. After 12 weeks, they will crossover to the experimental group to receive personalized personalized exercises from Ginkgo App |
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| Change from Baseline IPAQ score at 12 weeks |
| Short Form-12 (SF-12) | The SF-12 (Short Form-12) is a 12-item questionnaire measuring physical and mental health quality of life, yielding two key scores: the Physical Component Summary (PCS) and the Mental Component Summary (MCS). Scoring uses a norm-based method, where scores around 50 represent the U.S. average, with a standard deviation of 10 (e.g., 60 is one SD above average, 40 is one SD below). Higher scores generally indicate better perceived health and function, reflecting underlying domains like physical functioning, pain, vitality, and mental health. | Change from Baseline SF-12 at 12 weeks |
| Participant Acceptability and Satisfaction | Participant-reported satisfaction, comfort, and ease of use assessed using a 5-point Likert scale and open-ended qualitative feedback.A Likert scale is a rating scale used in surveys to measure opinions, attitudes,and perceptions by asking respondents to indicate their level of agreement or disagreement with a statement. It consists of a series of statements with a symmetric range of response options, such as a five-point scale from 0="Strongly Disagree" to 5="Strongly Agree". This method allows for the collection of quantitative data to analyze subjective experiences. | At the end of 12 weeks |
| Self-Efficacy Exercise Scale (SEE) | The Self-Efficacy Exercise Scale (SEE) assesses confidence in exercising despite barriers, typically with 9 items asking how confident you are (0-10 scale) to exercise 3x/week for 20 mins. Scoring involves summing responses (0-90 total) or averaging (0-10 score), with higher scores indicating greater self-efficacy. | Change from Baseline SEE score at 12 weeks |
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