Exercise may slow brain decline in aging and early Alzheimer's

NCT ID NCT02520232

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether regular exercise can help slow down memory and thinking problems in older adults with early Alzheimer's disease and in healthy older adults. Researchers tested a program combining aerobic and strength exercises against stretching and balance exercises. The goal was to see if exercise improves brain function and blood flow. The study included 139 people aged 60 to 80.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Combination of aerobic and strength exercises
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to slow cognitive decline in early Alzheimer's and healthy aging.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to everyone, and exercise may not improve thinking for all participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University Hospital Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux, 33076, France
University Hospital, Poitiers

Poitiers, 86021, France

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