Using exercise to improve memory in people with epilepsy
Exercise for Memory Rehabilitation in Epilepsy
This study is looking at how regular exercise, like running and strength training, can boost memory in adults with epilepsy, and it will also check how these workouts might change the brain to help with memory.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11072096 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how structured exercise programs can help improve memory function in adults with epilepsy. It aims to understand the effects of combined endurance and resistance training on cognitive abilities, particularly memory, in individuals diagnosed with idiopathic generalized epilepsy. The study will also explore the brain changes that occur as a result of exercise and how these changes may contribute to memory improvements. Participants will engage in supervised exercise sessions, and their progress will be monitored over time to assess both cognitive and neurological outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with idiopathic generalized epilepsy who experience memory deficits.
Not a fit: Patients with epilepsy who do not have memory deficits or those with other severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new rehabilitation strategies that enhance memory and overall quality of life for individuals living with epilepsy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results in using exercise to improve cognitive function in healthy individuals, but this approach in epilepsy patients is novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Allendorfer, Jane B — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Allendorfer, Jane B
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.