Exercise may boost brain health in seniors with high blood pressure

NCT ID NCT05043454

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท 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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

essential hypertension hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States