Are there any other treatments for frailty?

    Last Updated: October 25, 2023

    Exercise is another tool that can improve physical function and prevent adverse health outcomes (i.e., falls) in people with frailty. Current guidelines recommend that people with frailty should undergo a physical activity program consisting of aerobic, balance, and resistance training.[1] Gentler forms of exercise, such as Tai Chi, may also be helpful for people with frailty.[2][3] Since there are no recommendations for the optimal frequency, intensity, or duration of an exercise program for frailty, the program should be tailored to the individual's health goals and physical capacity.

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