Video games vs ball tossing for hand-eye coordination in older adults
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether playing video games or tossing balls can improve hand-eye coordination in older adults with mild memory problems. It is designed for people 60 and older who have mild cognitive impairment but are otherwise independent.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older
- You have mild cognitive impairment (MCI) – for example, you may have a MoCA score between 18 and 25
- Your vision is normal or corrected to normal with glasses or contacts
- You can handle your daily activities (like bathing, dressing, eating) on your own
- You have no history of head injury, stroke, or rapid memory loss
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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