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Yu Kang¹, Zi-Cheng Qi¹, Meng-Tian Guo¹

¹Department of General Practice, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, 8 Gongren Tiyuchang Nanlu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100020, China.

|July 15, 2025

Summary

This study explores personalized interventions for frail older adults using Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS). The aim is to improve physical function and quality of life by addressing individual needs and frailty manifestations.

Keywords:

Frailty Geriatric Goal attainment scaling Physical function Study protocol

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Geriatric Medicine
Rehabilitation Science

Background:

Frailty, a decline in physiological function with aging, is linked to adverse outcomes but is a reversible state.
Individualized and comprehensive management strategies are crucial for addressing frailty in older adults.
Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) offers a personalized approach to goal setting and progress evaluation, suitable for elderly individuals with complex health needs.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate an individualized intervention program utilizing Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) for elderly patients with frailty.
To improve physical function, correct frailty manifestations, and enhance the overall quality of life in frail older adults.

Main Methods:

A randomized clinical trial involving 160 participants aged 60 years and above, diagnosed with frailty using the Fried scale.
Participants in the intervention group received tailored interventions based on personalized goals set via GAS.
Follow-up assessments were conducted at 3 and 12 months post-intervention.

Main Results:

The study is designed to assess the effectiveness of personalized interventions in improving physical function and reversing frailty.
Positive outcomes are anticipated, demonstrating the potential of GAS-based interventions in clinical practice.

Conclusions:

Personalized interventions, guided by GAS, can effectively address patient-specific needs in managing frailty.
This approach offers valuable insights for clinical management of frailty in older populations, potentially improving health outcomes and quality of life.