Interested in Improving Physical Function? Aging and Physical Function Research Study

Research suggests that age-related declines in physical function can be slowed considerably by improving muscular power. The purpose of this study is to better our understanding of the relationship between physical function and muscular power, as well as identify the best way to measure each in research and clinical settings.

Do I qualify?

• You must be over 50 years of age
• Must be willing to communicate via email
• Must be able to understand written and verbal English
• Must be able to participate in vigorous physical activity, such as jumping, climbing stairs quickly and pedaling a stationary bike as hard as you can, without physician approval

Expectations

• Visit us one time for 90 minutes or less to complete a variety of physical tests related to muscular power and physical function.

Benefits of participation

• At the completion of the study, you will receive a report with results from the physical function tests with average values for your sex/age when available.

How do I sign up?

• If you would like to participate, please fill out a short survey to see if you qualify: Inclusion Survey.
• If you would like more information, please contact Anthony Campitelli at amcampit@uark.edu.