How doing a thinking task while walking affects balance and gait in Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This observational study compares gait and balance performance under single-task and dual-task conditions in older adults with Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome. Participants will perform Timed Up and Go and tandem walking tests both alone and while carrying out a cognitive task to measure dual-task cost and cognitive-motor interference. Researchers will record gait speed, balance metrics, and cognitive task performance to look for early markers of cognitive decline and fall risk. Candidates must be 65 or older with subjective cognitive complaints and slow gait but without dementia or major neurological or orthopedic conditions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Age ≥ 65 years Subjective cognitive complaints Slow gait speed No dementia diagnosis

Exclusion Criteria:

Severe visual/hearing impairment Neurological diseases (stroke, Parkinson) Acute orthopedic conditions affecting walking

Where it's running

• Balikesir University
  Balıkesir, Bigadiç, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ebru Tekin, Lecturer
• Email: ebrutekin123@gmail.com
• Phone: +90 266 614 69 11

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.