Mindful Walking and Brain Function in Older Adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how mindful walking—combining walking with focused attention—affects thinking and memory in older adults at risk for dementia. Researchers will track your brain activity and daily movement to see if this approach helps protect brain health.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older
- You sit most of the day (9+ hours) and don't meet activity guidelines
- You have at least one dementia risk factor: family history of dementia, memory concerns, or overweight/obesity
- You can walk without assistance and hear/see well enough to complete study tasks
- Your health is stable (no planned surgeries or major changes in the next 4 months)
- You can use a mobile device and wear a small activity monitor
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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