Comparing cognitive and physical training programs for older adults
Official title: Moving While Thinking or Thinking While Moving? Comparison of the Cognitive, Dual-task and Physical Effects of 6 Programs With Older Adults
Run by Université Paris-Saclay · NCT05991011 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing different training programs that mix mental and physical activities to see which ones help healthy older adults improve their thinking and movement skills the most.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 168 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Université Paris-Saclay Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Créteil and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05991011 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are healthy older adults over 60 years old who engage in minimal physical activity and have a good cognitive baseline.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with major health issues or those who frequently play video games or exergames may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This interventional study aims to evaluate the cognitive, dual-task, and physical effects of six different training programs on healthy older adults. Participants will engage in various activities, including immersive exergames and complex cognitive-motor tasks, to determine which combination yields the best outcomes. The study will involve pre- and post-tests to assess improvements and retention tests three months after the training. A total of 168 participants will be recruited, with training sessions held at multiple locations in the Paris area.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance cognitive function and physical fitness in older adults, potentially improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While few studies have compared similar combined training approaches, this study aims to broaden the understanding of effective programs for older adults, making it a novel investigation.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * be over 60 years old * have a MMSE score above 27 * engage in less than 2.5 hours of physical activity per week assessed by the QAPPA * score 3 or higher on a subjective health Likert-scale (1= very poor to 5= very good) * be retired * have no major pathology * have normal or corrected vision and hearing * have no difficulty bending or using their shoulders * do not frequently play video games or exergames * present a medical certificate not contraindicating physical activity). Exclusion Criteria: -
Where it's running
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Centre Sportif Arthur Ashe
Montreuil, France Recruiting -
Club seniors Kennedy
Créteil, France Not yet recruiting -
UFR STAPS Paris Cité
Paris, France Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Néva Béraud-Peigné
- Email: neva.beraud-peigne@universite-paris-saclay.fr
- Phone: 0658936450
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.