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Could your daily steps shape your brain health? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07710339

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Wake Forest University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how physical activity patterns throughout the day relate to changes in thinking and memory in adults aged 65 and older. Participants wear an activity monitor and complete short cognitive tests and surveys several times a day for one week. They also take part in a week of structured exercise and a week focused on increasing daily movement. The goal is to understand whether staying active helps maintain sharp thinking as we age.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could reveal how everyday movement patterns affect thinking and memory in older adults, pointing toward simple activity strategies to support brain health.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all older adults, and the findings are exploratory rather than conclusive.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Aug 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * age ≥65 * fluent in English * own a smartphone * able to provide digital informed consent * able to walk without assistance from others (a cane or walker is allowed) * low-active as defined by participating in purposeful aerobic exercise two days or less per week Exclusion Criteria: * potential neurological cofounders (stroke, seizure disorder, recent head injury or loss of consciousness) * diagnosis of clinical mental abnormalities (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's disease and related dementias) * any other conditions that may impact their ability to complete the ecological momentary cognitive tasks or physical activity (e.g., visual or auditory impairments, uncontrolled arthritis) * A score lower than 32 on the TICS-M.

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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Aging Cognition Physical activity

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Locations

  • Health and Exercise Sciences

    Winstom Salem, North Carolina, 27109, United States

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