Remote exercise program to improve cognitive and motor function
Tele-exergame: Remotely-supervised Exercise Platform for Improving Cognition and Motor Function Using Telemedicine
This study is testing a remote exercise program to see if it can help older adults with mild cognitive impairment or dementia improve their balance and thinking skills while living independently.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 55 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, Los Angeles Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Los Angeles, California and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05235113 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study develops and validates a remote exercise intervention for older adults experiencing mild cognitive impairment or dementia, utilizing a wearable sensor-enabled platform called Tele-Exergame. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which engages in remote exercise sessions, or a control group that performs home-based exercises without technology. The program aims to enhance balance and cognitive function while promoting independent living and reducing healthcare costs associated with cognitive decline. The study will involve 100 participants over a 12-week period, focusing on adherence and effectiveness of the remote exercise approach.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or dementia who can walk at least 30 feet and live independently with a caregiver.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive impairment, major mobility disorders, or significant hearing/visual impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve cognitive and motor functions in older adults, enhancing their quality of life and independence.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using technology for remote exercise interventions, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults with diagnosed with dementia or cognitive impairment * Living independently in a residential home with a caregiver/informant * Able to walk at least 30 feet with or without assistance Exclusion Criteria: * Immobility or major mobility disorder or inability to engage safely in the proposed weight-bearing exercise program * Diagnosed with severe cognitive impairment (MoCA score \< 16) * Subjects with major hearing/visual impairment
Where this trial is running
Los Angeles, California and 1 other locations
- UCLA — Los Angeles, California, United States (Recruiting)
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, Texas, United States (Completed)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Bijan Najafi, PhD
- Email: bnajafi@mednet.ucla.edu
- Phone: (424) 467-7127
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.