Multisensory-Rhythmic Intervention for Elderly Rehabilitation
Official title: Linking From an Artificial-Intelligence Driven Assessment of Upper Extremity Motor Adaptation to a Novel Multisensory-Rhythmic Intervention in Geriatric Rehabilitation
Run by National Cheng-Kung University Hospital · NCT06151626 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to help older adults improve their movement and stay independent by using virtual reality and rhythmic activities.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 108 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | National Cheng-Kung University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tainan) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 5, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2026 |
| Registry record updated | August 21, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06151626 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment aged 65-85, as well as healthy young participants aged 20-39.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with significant mental illness, central nervous system disorders, or recent skeletal, muscular, or neurological problems may not benefit from this intervention.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on enhancing motor control in elderly individuals through a novel multisensory-rhythmic approach. It utilizes virtual reality and rhythmic skill training to provide sensory stimulation and improve motor planning. Participants will engage in various activities, including visual feedback training and relaxation exercises, aimed at preserving their independence in daily activities. The study targets both healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment, assessing their motor responses in a supportive environment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve motor function and quality of life for elderly patients, helping them maintain independence.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of multisensory-rhythmic intervention is novel, similar studies in motor rehabilitation have shown promising results.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score of 23 or higher, 2. Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) of 0 (for normal subjects) or 1 (for mild cognitive impairment subjects), 3. Healthy young participants aged between 20-39 years, healthy older adults and mild cognitive impairment participants aged between 65-85 years, 4. No skeletal, muscular, or neurological problems in the upper limbs in the past year, and 5. Sufficient visual acuity to complete the tasks. Exclusion Criteria: * Any subjects with significant mental illness, central nervous system disorders, or medical history
Where it's running
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National Cheng-Kung University Hospital
Tainan, Taiwan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hsiu-Yun Hsu, Ph.D
- Email: hyhsu@mail.ncku.edu.tw
- Phone: 886-6-2353535
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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.