Dual-task exercise training to prevent falls in older adults with mild cognitive impairment
Dual-Task Training Exercise to Reduce Falls in Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment
This study tests whether a special tai chi exercise that combines thinking and movement can help older adults with mild cognitive impairment avoid falls better than regular tai chi or stretching exercises.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 336 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years to 95 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Oregon Research Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Springfield, Oregon) |
| Trial ID | NCT05725668 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of dual-task tai ji quan training in reducing falls among older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Participants will be assigned to one of three groups: dual-task tai ji quan, standard tai ji quan, or a stretching exercise control. The study will compare the incidence of falls across these groups to determine which intervention is most effective. The focus is on community-dwelling older adults who have experienced falls or have mobility concerns.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are older adults aged 65 and above who have mild cognitive impairment and a history of falls.
Not a fit: Patients who are able to ambulate independently for household distances or have severe cognitive impairment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce the risk of falls in older adults with mild cognitive impairment, enhancing their safety and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using tai ji quan for fall prevention, suggesting that this approach may be effective, though the dual-task aspect is less commonly tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * being 65 years and older * having complaint of memory loss * scoring ≤0.5 on Clinical Dementia Scale * having had 1 or more falls in the preceding 12 months or scoring ≥12 seconds on the Timed Up and Go test Exclusion Criteria: * scoring \<24 on the Mini-Mental State Examination * being able to ambulate independently for household distances * having medical clearance * having participated in any regular and structured tai ji quan-based exercise programs (≥2 times weekly) in the preceding 6 months * having a progressive neuromuscular disorder such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis * being unwilling to be randomized
Where this trial is running
Springfield, Oregon
- Oregon Research Institute — Springfield, Oregon, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fuzhong Li, Ph.D.
- Email: fuzhongl@ori.org
- Phone: 541-484-2123
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.