Brain games and movement may boost MS memory

NCT ID NCT03737825

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested two different computerized brain training programs that also involve light physical activity, like reaching or stepping, in people with multiple sclerosis who have memory or attention problems. The goal was to see if these programs could improve thinking speed and focus. Only 2 participants were enrolled, making this a very early, small test.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Computerized brain training games with light physical activity
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help people with MS think more clearly and remember better.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (only 2 participants enrolled) with no control group, so results may not be reliable or apply to others. The brain training may not improve thinking skills at all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

COGNITIVE DECLINE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV)

Lausanne, 1005, Switzerland
Weill Institute for Neurosciences, University of California, San Francisco

San Francisco, California, 94158, United States

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