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Comparing the Effects of Stronger and Gentle Exercise on Thinking Ability, Balance, and Physical Function in Older Adults with Memory Problems.

Effect of High-Intensity Functional Training in comparison with Low-Intensity Functional Training on Cognition, Balance, and Functional Ability in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment - NIL

Status
Recruiting
Phases
Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/01/100466
Enrollment
28
Registered
2026-01-07
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-04-27

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: F01-F99- Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

Interventions

Intervention1: High-Intensity Functional Training: High-intensity functional training program consisiting of multi joint functional exercise at high intensity. Training includes muscle strength, balan

Sponsors

Nil
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1.Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score of 18 to 25 points (mild to moderate cognitive impairment). 2.Able to stand and walk independently (with or without an assistive device), and perform sit-to-stand independently. 3.Able to safely participate in moderate to high-intensity physical activity, as confirmed by Borg RPE score equal to or less than 13 after a six- minute walk or functional trial 4.Resting BP less than 160/100mmHg.. 5.Not currently participating in a structured exercise program (minimum 4 weeks prior) 6.Demonstrates ability to follow simple one to two step verbal instruction during screening 7.Willing to provide informed written consent.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1.Diagnosis of moderate to severe dementia, history of stroke or other neurodegenerative condition. 2.History of psychiatric disorders requiring hospitalization. 3.Uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions 4.Resting blood pressure greater than 160/100 mmHg. 5.Severe musculoskeletal disorders limiting mobility (e.g., recent fracture, severe osteoarthritis, or joint replacement etc in past 6 months). 6.Uncorrectable visual or auditory impairments that hinder safe participation in exercise

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Berg Balance Scale, MoCA Score, functional Independence MeasureTimepoint: Pre test data, at the end of 4th week and post test data at the end of 8th week

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
NilTimepoint: Nil

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Akanksha Saxena

Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

akankshasaxena623@mmumullana.org9958729161

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: May 1, 2026