Effects of Balance Training with and Without Gaze Stability Exercises on Cognitive Function Balan… (NCT06672367) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Balance Training with and Without Gaze Stability Exercises on Cognitive Function Balance and Dynamic Postural Stability in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Pakistan32 participantsStarted 2024-07-15
Plain-language summary
The study aims to evaluate the effects of balance training, with and without gaze stability exercises, on cognitive function, balance, and postural stability in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). A randomized controlled trial with 30 participants will be conducted at Fauji Foundation Hospital and Chakwal. Participants will be divided into two groups: one receiving balance training with gaze stability exercises, and the other receiving balance training alone. Baseline, 4-week, and 8-week assessments will measure cognitive function (Montreal Cognitive Assessment), balance (Berg Balance Scale), and mobility (Time Up and Go test). Training will consist of 24 sessions over 8 weeks, with sessions lasting 30-50 minutes.
Who can participate
Age range
55 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age group: 55 years and above older adults.
* Both male and female.
* Having mild cognitive impairment (MCI) having score of 18-25 on Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale (Urdu version).
* Ability to understand simple instruction and those who are capable of participating in physical exercise programs.
Exclusion Criteria
* Diagnosed neurological and psychiatric disorders.
* Those unable to engage in physical activity due to mobility limitations.
* Individuals with significant visual and hearing impairments affecting participation in gaze stability exercises.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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