Hip FractureNCT07124247
Implementation of the MOX Activity Monitor in Hospitalized Geriatric Rehabilitation
A study testing Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1) in people with Hip Fracture and Stroke, run by KU Leuven at 1 site in Belgium.
Trial summary
Staying active is essential for healthy aging, but hospitalized older adults in rehabilitation often move very little. This study explores how much physical activity these patients actually get and how it relates to their recovery. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 70 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Hip Fracture, Stroke, Fraility
- What is being tested?
- Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1)
- Type of treatment
- Medical device
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 40 participants
- Where
- 1 siteBelgium
- Study dates
- 8 Aug 2025to 1 May 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 70 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Hospitalized on the geriatric rehabilitation ward of UZ Leuven, campus Pellenberg
- 70 years or older
- Signed informed consent
Who cannot join
- Cognitive impairment making it impossible to understand instructions
- Unable to perform the standard of care physical tests 10mWT, BBS, and handgrip
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Staying active is essential for healthy aging, but hospitalized older adults in rehabilitation often move very little. This study explores how much physical activity these patients actually get and how it relates to their recovery. Using the MOX activity monitor-a device that accurately tracks walking, standing, and sedentary time-the study aims to better understand daily activity patterns during rehabilitation.
Researchers will test the best way to use the MOX monitor, develop a standard protocol for its use, and integrate its data into patients' electronic health records. By comparing MOX activity data with standard measures of physical performance, the study will determine how useful activity monitoring is for tracking recovery in older patients. This could lead to improved care and more personalized rehabilitation plans in the future.
Read the detailed description
Prolonged sitting is a growing public health concern. Adults now spend up to 85% of their day sedentary, and older adults are the most inactive group. Research shows that the negative health effects of prolonged sitting persist even in individuals who engage in regular physical activity. Excessive sedentary behavior is associated with loss of independence, cardiovascular issues, and reduced mental well-being. Recommendations from public health institutions suggest minimizing uninterrupted sitting to no longer than 30 minutes.
In hospitalized geriatric patients, particularly during the acute phase of illness, physical activity often drops drastically. This sudden decline in movement can lead to rapid deconditioning, muscle loss, and reduced ability to perform basic daily activities. As a result, these patients face longer hospital stays and a higher risk of admission to long-term care facilities.
Despite widespread recognition of the importance of daily activity for healthy aging, promoting and monitoring movement in the hospital environment remains a challenge. One key question remains: how active are geriatric rehabilitation patients during their hospital stay?
A previous study (S64932) validated the MOX activity monitor as a reliable tool for measuring daily activity-including time spent walking, standing, and sitting-in hospitalized older adults. However, several important questions remain unanswered:
What is the most effective and reliable way to use the MOX monitor in clinical practice?
How do daily activity levels relate to functional recovery during rehabilitation?
Can advanced parameters from the monitor, such as the number and intensity of sit-to-stand transitions or stair-climbing activity, offer additional insight into lower-limb function?
This study aims to fill these gaps by developing a standardized protocol for implementing the MOX monitor in geriatric rehabilitation wards. It also aims to integrate activity monitor data into existing electronic health systems, including the Interprofessional Dossier (IPD) within the Clinical Work System (KWS). The reliability and usability of this integration will be assessed.
Furthermore, the study will explore the validity of an open-source algorithm-previously validated in community-dwelling older adults-for detecting sit-to-stand transitions in hospitalized geriatric patients. By correlating MOX-derived activity data with established functional outcome measures, the study seeks to determine the clinical value of activity monitoring in rehabilitation settings.
Ultimately, this research supports the functional integration of innovative activity monitoring tools into standard geriatric care, with the goal of improving patient outcomes through better understanding and promotion of physical activity during hospitalization.
- Conditions
- Hip Fracture, Stroke, Fraility
- Being tested
- Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1)
- Keywords
- geriatric patients, geriatric rehabilitation, physiotherapy, activity monitor
- Medical subject headings
- Hip Fractures, Stroke
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1)Device
The participants will be equipped with the MOX activity monitor, which will be attached to the thigh. The device is waterproof, allowing participants to shower and swim, and does not require recharging during the study period.
The MOX will be attached on the same day as the BBS and Handgrip strength measurements, which will take place on a Friday. The following Monday, the 10mWT will be conducted, thus within the same week that the MOX is attached.
The MOX monitor will be worn for one week.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Patient | Experimental | The participants will be equipped with the MOX activity monitor for one week. Receives: Device: Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1) |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Total minutes of active behaviour (walking/ standing) during one day
Total minutes active (walking and/or standing) during the day, measured with the MOX activity monitor
Measured: 1 year
Secondary outcomes (6)
Number of bouts of sedentary behaviour during a day
Number of bouts of sedentary behaviour during a day., measured with the MOX activity monitor.
Measured: 1 year
Number of free-living sit-to-stand transitions during a day
Validate an open access algorithm of the MOX activity monitor data, to detect and quantify free-living sit-to-stand transitions , in hospitalized geriatric patients requires further investigation. in a sample of hospitalized geriatric patients ( including retrospectively analysing previous data of study S64932).
Measured: 2 year
Number of stair-climbing activity during a day
Detect stair-climbing activity of the MOX activity monitor data, in a sample of hospitalized geriatric patients ( including retrospectively analysing previous data of study S64932).
Measured: 2 years
Functional balance
Functional balance measured with the Berg balane scale
Measured: 2 years
Comfortable walking speed
Comfortable walking speed measures with the10m Walk Test.
Measured: 1 year
Handgrip strength
Handgripstrength measured with the Martin Vigorimeter
Measured: 1 year
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted15 Aug 2025
- Study start8 Aug 2025
- Primary completion1 Mar 2026
- Study completion1 May 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Hip FractureStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by KU LeuvenThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Screening
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- KU Leuven
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Margaretha van Dijk, KU Leuven
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07124247
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- S70120
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 25 Jul 2025
- Last updated
- 28 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Publications
van Dijk M, Bijnens W, Van Driessche C, Van Meerbeek T, Allegaert P, Van Cleynenbreugel H, Verschueren S, Verheyden G, Tournoy J, Flamaing J. Accuracy of an Activity Monitor in Assessing Physical Activity of Hospitalized Geriatric Rehabilitation Patients With Slow Walking Speed Using a Walking Aid. J Aging Phys Act. 2024 Nov 20;33(3):243-250. doi: 10.1123/japa.2023-0319. Print 2025 Jun 1.
PubMed 39566489
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 28 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Implementation of the MOX Activity Monitor in Hospitalized Geriatric Rehabilitation
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07124247
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- S70120
- Conditions
- Hip Fracture, Stroke, Fraility
- Keywords
- geriatric patients, geriatric rehabilitation, physiotherapy, activity monitor
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- KU LeuvenUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
- Study start
- 8 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 May 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 15 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Staying active is essential for healthy aging, but hospitalized older adults in rehabilitation often move very little. This study explores how much physical activity these patients actually get and how it relates to their recovery. Using the MOX activity monitor-a device that accurately tracks walking, standing, and sedentary time-the study aims to better understand daily activity patterns during rehabilitation.
Researchers will test the best way to use the MOX monitor, develop a standard protocol for its use, and integrate its data into patients' electronic health records. By comparing MOX activity data with standard measures of physical performance, the study will determine how useful activity monitoring is for tracking recovery in older patients. This could lead to improved care and more personalized rehabilitation plans in the future.
Detailed description
Prolonged sitting is a growing public health concern. Adults now spend up to 85% of their day sedentary, and older adults are the most inactive group. Research shows that the negative health effects of prolonged sitting persist even in individuals who engage in regular physical activity. Excessive sedentary behavior is associated with loss of independence, cardiovascular issues, and reduced mental well-being. Recommendations from public health institutions suggest minimizing uninterrupted sitting to no longer than 30 minutes.
In hospitalized geriatric patients, particularly during the acute phase of illness, physical activity often drops drastically. This sudden decline in movement can lead to rapid deconditioning, muscle loss, and reduced ability to perform basic daily activities. As a result, these patients face longer hospital stays and a higher risk of admission to long-term care facilities.
Despite widespread recognition of the importance of daily activity for healthy aging, promoting and monitoring movement in the hospital environment remains a challenge. One key question remains: how active are geriatric rehabilitation patients during their hospital stay?
A previous study (S64932) validated the MOX activity monitor as a reliable tool for measuring daily activity-including time spent walking, standing, and sitting-in hospitalized older adults. However, several important questions remain unanswered:
What is the most effective and reliable way to use the MOX monitor in clinical practice?
How do daily activity levels relate to functional recovery during rehabilitation?
Can advanced parameters from the monitor, such as the number and intensity of sit-to-stand transitions or stair-climbing activity, offer additional insight into lower-limb function?
This study aims to fill these gaps by developing a standardized protocol for implementing the MOX monitor in geriatric rehabilitation wards. It also aims to integrate activity monitor data into existing electronic health systems, including the Interprofessional Dossier (IPD) within the Clinical Work System (KWS). The reliability and usability of this integration will be assessed.
Furthermore, the study will explore the validity of an open-source algorithm-previously validated in community-dwelling older adults-for detecting sit-to-stand transitions in hospitalized geriatric patients. By correlating MOX-derived activity data with established functional outcome measures, the study seeks to determine the clinical value of activity monitoring in rehabilitation settings.
Ultimately, this research supports the functional integration of innovative activity monitoring tools into standard geriatric care, with the goal of improving patient outcomes through better understanding and promotion of physical activity during hospitalization.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Screening
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Patient | Experimental | Device: Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1)The participants will be equipped with the MOX activity monitor for one week. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 70 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Hospitalized on the geriatric rehabilitation ward of UZ Leuven, campus Pellenberg
- 70 years or older
- Signed informed consent
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Cognitive impairment making it impossible to understand instructions
- Unable to perform the standard of care physical tests 10mWT, BBS, and handgrip
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1)The participants will be equipped with the MOX activity monitor, which will be attached to the thigh. The device is waterproof, allowing participants to shower and swim, and does not require recharging during the study period. The MOX will be attached on the same day as the BBS and Handgrip strength measurements, which will take place on a Friday. The following Monday, the 10mWT will be conducted, thus within the same week that the MOX is attached. The MOX monitor will be worn for one week. | Device | Patient |
Primary outcome
Total minutes of active behaviour (walking/ standing) during one day
Time frame: 1 year
Total minutes active (walking and/or standing) during the day, measured with the MOX activity monitor
6 secondary outcomes
Number of bouts of sedentary behaviour during a day
Time frame: 1 year
Number of free-living sit-to-stand transitions during a day
Time frame: 2 year
Number of stair-climbing activity during a day
Time frame: 2 years
Functional balance
Time frame: 2 years
Comfortable walking speed
Time frame: 1 year
Handgrip strength
Time frame: 1 year
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 28 May 2026.
- Background: PubMed 39566489van Dijk M, Bijnens W, Van Driessche C, Van Meerbeek T, Allegaert P, Van Cleynenbreugel H, Verschueren S, Verheyden G, Tournoy J, Flamaing J. Accuracy of an Activity Monitor in Assessing Physical Activity of Hospitalized Geriatric Rehabilitation Patients With Slow Walking Speed Using a Walking Aid. J Aging Phys Act. 2024 Nov 20;33(3):243-250. doi: 10.1123/japa.2023-0319. Print 2025 Jun 1.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Activity registration for one week with an activity monitor (MOX1) in people with Hip Fracture and Stroke, run by KU Leuven at 1 site in Belgium.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 28 May 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Belgium. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Total minutes of active behaviour (walking/ standing) during one day (time frame: 1 year). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07124247, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 28 May 2026.