Immersive 360° VR plus chair aerobics to improve thinking in older adults with mild cognitive impairment
Additional Effects of Immersive vr 360 Degree Videos With Aerobic Exercises on Cognitive Functions in Elderly With Mild Cognitive Impairment
We test whether adding immersive 360° VR videos to chair-based aerobic exercise helps older adults with mild cognitive impairment improve memory, attention, and thinking speed.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad) |
| Trial ID | NCT07242495 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This interventional program compares two approaches: immersive VR 360° videos combined with supervised chair-based aerobic exercises versus chair-based aerobic exercises alone in adults aged 60 and older with MCI. Participants are screened with the MoCA (scores 18–25) and must be independent in daily activities with normal or corrected vision. Cognitive outcomes such as the Montreal Cognitive Assessment and Trail Making Test will be measured before and after the intervention to quantify changes in global cognition, attention, and executive function. Individuals with severe motion sickness, communication impairments, other neurological disorders, or uncontrolled sensory deficits are excluded to ensure safety and valid cognitive measurements.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 60 or older with MoCA scores of 18–25, normal or corrected vision, independent in activities of daily living, and able to tolerate chair-based aerobic exercise and VR exposure.
Not a fit: Those unlikely to benefit include people with other neurological disorders, uncontrolled hearing or vision problems, severe motion sickness or communication impairments, or anyone unable to perform chair aerobics or attend in-person sessions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the combined VR and chair-based exercise program could improve cognitive function and help people with MCI maintain greater independence in daily life.
How similar studies have performed: Aerobic exercise has established cognitive benefits and VR-based rehabilitation shows promise, but combining immersive 360° VR with aerobic exercise for MCI is a relatively new approach with limited direct evidence to date.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Older population aged from 60years and above * Normal/ normal to corrected vision * MoCA Score of 18-25 for screening / MCI patients * Can do Independent ADLS Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with preexisting conditions such as severe motion sickness that could be exacerbated by VR usage. * Communication impairments * Participants with other neurological disorders. * Sensory deficits (such as uncontrolled hearing or visual issues)
Where this trial is running
Islamabad
- Foundation University College of Physical Therapy — Islamabad, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Zara Amir, DPT
- Email: sp24npt011@fui.edu.pk
- Phone: +92 3498273139
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.