An individualized physical function improvement program for frailty elderly using goal attainment scaling (GAS) as evaluation method: protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Frailty is the deterioration of physiological functions due to aging, linked to negative outcomes. Frailty, being a reversible and dynamic state, calls for individualized and comprehensive management. Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) is a personalized method for establishing and assessing progress towards individual goals, suitable for older adults with complex requirements. We focus on attaining personalized intervention goals for elderly patients with frailty, correcting frailty manifestations, maintaining enhanced functional capacity, and cultivating sustainable health awareness, with the goal of improving overall quality of life.

Methods

We conducted a randomized clinical trial of an individualized intervention program using GAS as goal setting and evaluation met

SUBMITTER: Kang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12261855 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature