Dementia, Alzheimer, Cognitive decline, Physical activity
Conditions
Interventions
Within the study, three interventions are provided: (1) Interactive aerobic stationary cycle training, (2) Aerobic stationary cycle training, (3) Non-aerobic stretching and toning exercises. Forty-fi
Sponsors
Radboudumc
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age > 60 years; diagnosis of dementia; Mini Mental State Examination score higher than 20; having insufficient physical activity according to the ACSM guideline for older adults, maximum of 30 minutes five days a week moderate intensity
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Wheelchair bound, use of dementia targeted nutritional supplements (e.g. Souvenaird) within the last three months, severe cardiovascular problems that limit physical activity, brain trauma, epilepsy, progressive or terminal disease, severe depression, history of alcoholism, severe visual problems, severe auditory problems, problems with the Dutch language and mental incompetence
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Executive functioning (set-shifting, response inhibition) | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Verbal and visual-spatial memory, working memory, attention, psychomotor speed, physical fitness, levels of physical activity, quality of life. Frailty (Evaluative Frailty Index for Physical Activity) | — |
Contacts
Public ContactEsther G.A. Karssemeijer
Radboud universitair medisch centrum - hp 925 | Postbus 9101
Outcome results
None listed