Exercise and brain flexibility in older adults with memory decline
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a single session of exercise can improve mental flexibility (switching between tasks) in older adults who have mild memory or thinking problems. It also measures brain activity to understand how exercise might help.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older.
- You or someone close to you has noticed your memory or thinking is not as sharp as before.
- You have had these memory or thinking issues for at least 6 months.
- You are generally physically healthy and can do exercise.
- You are not taking medications that affect thinking (like sedatives or antidepressants).
- You can understand and follow instructions for the study.
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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