Effect of Exergaming Program Versus Neuromuscular Exercise in Elderly People With Motor Cognitive Risk Syndrome

Launched by ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY - CERRAHPASA · Jun 20, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at two different types of exercise programs to see how they might help older adults who have Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome (MCR). MCR is a condition that can happen as people get older, where they start to notice memory problems and move more slowly, putting them at risk for dementia or mild cognitive issues. The study will compare traditional neuromuscular exercises, which focus on strengthening muscles and improving movement, with a fun approach called exergaming, which uses video games that encourage physical activity. The goal is to find out which program better helps with walking ability and thinking skills.

To take part, you need to be 65 or older, able to walk (with or without help), and have some memory concerns along with slower walking speed, but not be diagnosed with dementia or certain other health problems like major depression or Parkinson’s disease. Participants should also be mostly independent in daily activities and have a good general memory score. If you join, you can expect to be involved in one of the two exercise programs designed to improve both your movement and memory. This study is important because it’s the first to directly compare these two approaches in people at risk for cognitive decline, helping to find better ways to support healthy aging.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Being over 65 years of age
• • Having a Barthel Daily Living Activities Index score of ≥ 90
• • Having a Mini Mental Status Score (MMSE) of ≥24
• • Having the ability to walk with or without a walking aid
• • Having a slow walking speed
• • Having subjective memory complaints
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Presence of Dementia
• • Major Depression
• • Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Delirium
• • Parkinson's Disease
• • Anemia
• • Thyroid Disease
• • Vitamin B12 Deficiency
• • Malnutrition
• • Terminal Illness
• • Hearing or Visual Impairment