Exercise may boost brain health in seniors with high blood pressure
NCT ID NCT05043454
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This small pilot study looked at whether a short exercise program could help older adults (ages 55-75) with high blood pressure improve their thinking skills. Researchers measured changes in fitness, eye blood vessels, and blood markers. The goal was to see if exercise might reverse some age-related cognitive decline.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States
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