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Official title The Effect of Upper Limb Low-intensity Motor Control Training Program on Cognitive Function in Healthy Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06962722
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This healthy volunteer intervention study is designed to evaluate the effectiveness of upper limb motor control training (uMCT) on physical and cognitive functions in older adults. The primary objectives of the study are twofold: Assess the Impact on Physical and Neuromuscular Function: The study seeks to determine whether uMCT positively influences physical performance, including motor coordination and neuromuscular function, in older adults.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study
- Aged between 65-85 years
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosis of cognitive impairment
- Current or recent (\<5y) malignancy
- History of or current psychiatric illness
- History of or current neurological condition (e.g., epilepsy, Parkinsons disease, cerebrovascular disease)
- Severe respiratory disease (e.g., uncontrolled asthma, COPD, pulmonary hypertension)
- Active cardiovascular disease: Uncontrolled hypertension (BP\>160/100mmHg); Recent (\<12mo) cardiac event; Heart failure (Class III/IV); Significant...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study
- Aged between 65-85 years
- Diagnosis of cognitive impairment
- Current or recent (\<5y) malignancy
- History of or current psychiatric illness
- History of or current neurological condition (e.g., epilepsy, Parkinsons disease, cerebrovascular disease)
- Severe respiratory disease (e.g., uncontrolled asthma, COPD, pulmonary hypertension)
- Active cardiovascular disease: Uncontrolled hypertension (BP\>160/100mmHg); Recent (\<12mo) cardiac event; Heart failure (Class III/IV); Significant arrhythmia; Unstable angina
- Metabolic disease: Untreated hyper/hypo-parathyroidism; Cushing's disease; Type 1 or 2 diabetes
- Significant musculoskeletal disorders (based on clinical opinion)
- Family history of early (\<55y) death from cardiovascular disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.