Effects of Exercise and Cognitive Training on Cognitive Function in Older Adults

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Conditions studied: Aging, Alzheimer's Disease

In brief

The purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of the effects of exercise and cognitive training on improving brain function in healthy older adults who may be at risk for developing Alzheimer's Disease.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT01038726

Run by

The Cleveland Clinic

People needed

108

Starts

2009-12-01

Expected to finish

2012-09-01

Last updated by the study team

2013-09-18

Who can join

Age: 60 and older, up to 85. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• First or Second-degree relative of someone with Alzheimer's Disease
• Not currently engaging in regular exercise
• Able to undergo an MRI
• Fluent in English

You may not qualify if…

• Neurological illnesses/conditions
• Medical illness/conditions that may affect brain function
• Any unstable or severe cardiovascular disease or asthmatic condition
• Severe depressive symptoms
• Inability to walk unassisted

Where it is running

• The Cleveland Clinic — Cleveland, Ohio, United States

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