Dual-Task Effects on Gait and Balance in MCRS

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Conditions studied: Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome, Dual-Task Performance, Gait, Balance

In brief

This study aims to investigate the effects of cognitive load on gait and balance performance in individuals with Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome (MCRS). Participants will perform Timed Up and Go (TUG) and tandem walking tests under single-task and dual-task conditions. The study evaluates cognitive-motor interference and dual-task cost to better understand early markers of cognitive decline and fall risk.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07572968

Run by

Balikesir University

People needed

35

Starts

2026-04-15

Expected to finish

2026-07-15

Last updated by the study team

2026-05-07

Who can join

Age: 65 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age ≥ 65 years Subjective cognitive complaints Slow gait speed No dementia diagnosis

You may not qualify if…

• Severe visual/hearing impairment Neurological diseases (stroke, Parkinson) Acute orthopedic conditions affecting walking

Where it is running

• Balikesir University — Balıkesir, Bigadiç, Turkey (Türkiye) (enrolling)

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