Maintenance of Autonomy Through exerCise in Hospital Setting (MATCH): A Feasibility Study

Older adults represent 19% of Canada's population but account for half the hospitalizations. Hospitalization exacerbates loss of muscle function, physical performance,1 or daily living2 activities due to bed rest. These declines lead to increased risk of falls,3 use of health care services and readmissions, which increase health care system cost.