Virtual reality training to boost thinking skills
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if immersive virtual reality exercises can improve thinking and memory in adults with metabolic syndrome. It may help if you have noticed some cognitive changes and want to try a non-drug approach.
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Who can take part
- You have metabolic syndrome (large waistline plus two or more issues like high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, high blood pressure, or high blood sugar)
- You are between 45 and 70 years old
- You have mild memory or thinking concerns (a score of 7 or more on a specific questionnaire)
- You can speak and understand Spanish or Catalan fluently
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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