Video games versus ball-tossing to improve hand–eye coordination in older adults with mild cognitive impairment
Official title: Effects of Video Games and Ball Tossing on Eye Hand Coordination in Elderly With Mild Cognitive Impairment.
Run by Foundation University Islamabad · NCT07182396 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project will test whether playing video games or doing ball-tossing exercises can improve hand–eye coordination in people aged 60 and older with mild cognitive impairment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 13, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 10, 2025 |
| Study ends | January 10, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | September 19, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT07182396 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 60 or older with mild cognitive impairment (MoCA 18–25), normal or corrected vision, Beery VMI scores of 80 or higher, and the ability to perform activities of daily living independently.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a history of head trauma, stroke, rapid cognitive decline, diagnosed neuropsychiatric or vestibular disorders, or significant hearing, vision, or communication impairments are unlikely to benefit or be eligible.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This interventional study will enroll adults aged 60 and older with mild cognitive impairment (MoCA 18–25) and normal or corrected vision. Participants will be assigned to either a video-game training program or a ball-tossing exercise regimen and will complete regular supervised sessions. Outcomes focused on visual-motor integration and perception will be measured with the Beery VMI and its supplemental tests, alongside cognitive screening scores. The trial directly compares two non-drug approaches to see which better improves hand–eye coordination relevant to daily activities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If effective, these inexpensive, low-risk activities could help older adults with MCI perform daily tasks more safely and independently by improving hand–eye coordination.
How similar studies have gone: Previous small trials and pilot studies have shown modest improvements in motor or cognitive measures from video-game and coordination training, but direct head-to-head comparisons in people with MCI are limited.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 * Beery VMI Score: 80 and above score Exclusion Criteria: * History of head trauma, loss of consciousness, stroke, rapid cognitive decline * Diagnosis of mental illness/neurocognitive disorders * Diagnosed Vestibular disorders * Hearing, vision and communication impairments
Where it's running
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Pakistan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Muttayaba Ishtiaq, DPT
- Email: imuttayaba58@gmail.com
- Phone: +92 321-5312943
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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.