Can hand exercises boost brain power in mild cognitive impairment?

NCT ID NCT06935812

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Eastern Mediterranean University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether different hand exercises—using both hands, just fingers, or virtual reality games—can improve thinking and memory in people with mild cognitive impairment. 106 adults aged 50-75 will do 40-minute sessions three times a week for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in cognitive tests like the Montreal Cognitive Assessment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: exercise (bimanual, finger, and virtual reality)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward simple, non-drug exercises that help maintain or improve memory and thinking skills in people with mild cognitive impairment.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (106 people) comparing different types of exercise. Results may not apply to everyone, and the improvements might be modest or temporary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Eastern Mediterranean University
RECRUITING

Famagusta, Eyalet/Yerleşke, 99450, Cyprus

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