Brain games may shield seniors with diabetes from memory loss

NCT ID NCT06524388

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: Fanfan Zheng Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a computerized brain-training program can improve thinking skills in older adults (60+) who have type 2 diabetes and are at high risk for dementia. 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either adaptive cognitive training or a placebo version, both delivered on a tablet. The training lasts 6 months, and researchers will measure changes in memory, attention, and other cognitive functions using the MoCA test.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

adaptive cognitive training (computerized brain exercises)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help older adults with diabetes keep their thinking sharp and possibly delay dementia.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 120 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The training is time-consuming, and improvements may be modest or not last long.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cognitive disorder type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Xihuangcun Hospital

    Beijing, 100144, China