How exercise affects brain blood flow and balance in older adults
Investigating cerebrovascular regulation during exercise as a factor influencing cortical resource engagement for balance control with aging
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · NIH-11056858
This study is looking at how getting older affects the brain's ability to manage blood flow during exercise and how that impacts balance in people over 65, with the goal of finding ways to help prevent falls and improve balance.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11056858 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how aging impacts the brain's ability to regulate blood flow during exercise and how this affects balance control in older adults. It focuses on understanding the relationship between cerebrovascular health and cognitive function, particularly in individuals over 65 years old. By using electroencephalography (EEG), the study aims to measure brain activity during balance tasks to identify how cognitive load influences balance performance and fall risk. The findings could lead to better strategies for maintaining balance and preventing falls in older adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above, particularly those who may have genetic risk factors for cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients under 65 years old or those without balance issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help develop targeted interventions to improve balance and reduce fall risk in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the link between cerebrovascular health and cognitive function in older adults, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PALMER, JACQUELINE A — UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
- Study coordinator: PALMER, JACQUELINE A
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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