Exercise and art class aims to keep seniors sharp and steady
NCT ID NCT07050589
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing a 24-week community program for adults aged 60 and older. Participants will do weekly group exercise (using a SMARTfit system) and group art-making at a YMCA. Researchers want to see if this combination improves attention, balance, and the ability to do two things at once. The study is currently recruiting 80 participants.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Exercise and art program (SMARTfit dual-task exergaming and group art-making)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, community-based way to help older adults stay physically and mentally sharp.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be definitive. Benefits may not apply to people with more severe health issues.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Buffalo-Niagara YMCA
RECRUITINGBuffalo, New York, 14223, United States
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