Exercise and brain health in older adults with kidney disease

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What this research studies

This project focuses on older adults with chronic kidney disease who are at increased risk for accelerated cognitive aging and Alzheimer’s-related dementia. Participants will engage in a non-drug, exercise-based program designed to target brain health and cognitive function, with measurements of brain structure and blood flow. The study aims to identify whether physical activity can preserve memory and executive function by improving white matter integrity and brain perfusion. Results could inform practical, non-pharmacologic ways to protect cognition in CKD patients as they age.

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Where this research is happening

• Georgetown University
  Washington, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Bronas, Ulf G — Georgetown University
• Study coordinator: Bronas, Ulf G

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About this research

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