Language training to protect thinking in seniors at stroke risk
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests if language training in Hangzhou dialect can protect memory and thinking in older adults at high risk for stroke. It aims to see if learning can help keep the brain healthy.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older
- You have at least 3 stroke risk factors (like high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, or a family history of stroke)
- You speak Hangzhou dialect
- You are willing to complete all tests and follow-up visits
- You have good enough eyesight and hearing to take cognitive tests
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether a language-based training program can improve cognitive health in healthy older adults. It involves assessments and an MRI scan to see how the brain changes.
This study looks at how thinking and language work in people with certain brain conditions, using a simple word-finding task and brain scans. It may help researchers better understand what brain changes are linked to different symptoms.
This trial tests if special language rehabilitation tools can help people with advanced Alzheimer's disease who live in nursing homes and show apathy or repetitive behaviors. The goal is to see if these tools improve communication and quality of life.
This trial checks if watching local opera and doing medical gymnastics can help improve thinking and memory problems that some older adults have after a stroke.
This trial tests a digital program designed to improve memory and thinking skills in people who are at high risk for dementia but do not yet have dementia.
This study looks for ways to lower the risk of developing dementia and improve thinking skills in people over 60. You may be eligible if you do not have dementia but have early warning signs of memory or thinking changes.
Hear when a new Vascular Cognitive Impairment No Dementia trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.