Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Interventional Ages 18 and up

Early Cognitive Interventions in Digital Format for Cancer Survivors: Home-Based Training for CRCI

Official title: Early Cognitive Interventions in Digital Format for Cancer Survivors - INCOTEM

Run by Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute · NCT07729969 · Data updated 2026-11-12

Two digital cognitive training programs done at home (one computerized, one virtual reality) are tested to see if they help adults with cancer-related cognitive changes more than usual care.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment110 (estimated)
SponsorBiogipuzkoa Health Research Institute
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations3 sites (Bilbao, Bizkaia and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 8, 2026
Main results expectedApril 30, 2028
Study endsApril 30, 2028
Registry record updatedJuly 28, 2026
Trial IDNCT07729969 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults over 18 with a cancer diagnosis (stage I–III) and self-reported cognitive difficulties within 1–6 months after chemotherapy, with internet access and Spanish literacy.

Probably not a fit

Participants who do not experience cognitive improvements or have adherence challenges may see limited benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This trial compares two home-based cognitive training platforms—BrainHQ (computerized exercises) and Enhance VR (virtual reality) against a control group. Adults with stage I–III cancer and subjective cognitive concerns within 1–6 months after chemotherapy are randomized to one of the two interventions or control. Interventions last 10 weeks with pre- and post-assessments to evaluate changes in cognitive function and user acceptability. The study emphasizes usability, adherence, and potential transfer of cognitive gains to daily activities.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, participants may experience improved cognitive function and better ability to resume work and daily activities.

How similar studies have gone: Prior research suggests cognitive training can help CRCI; VR-based approaches are being explored to improve engagement and real-world transfer.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients over 18 years of age diagnosed with cancer (stage I-III)
* Subjective complaints of cognitive functioning related to the diagnosis of cancer and/or cancer treatments
* Between 1-6 months after completion of chemotherapy treatment
* To have Wi-Fi and a computer/tablet
* To sign the informed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous history of cancer diagnosis
* Anticipated change in cancer treatment/general medical treatment during the intervention period
* Previous diagnosis of cognitive impairment
* Diagnosis of other neurological or psychiatric diseases
* Diagnosis of severe untreated depression
* History of episodes of vertigo, epilepsy or seizures
* Currently undergoing or having undergone any other type of intervention aimed at improving cognitive functioning (e.g., CRCI workshops)
* Severe visual or hearing difficulties that may affect the performance of the intervention exercises
* Inability to speak, understand, read, and write Spanish correctly
* Failure to sign the informed consent form

Where it's running

  • Hospital Universitario Basurto
    Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
    Recruiting
  • Hospital Universitario Galdakao-Usansolo
    Galdakao, Bizkaia, Spain
    Recruiting
  • Hospital Universitario Donostia
    San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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