Exercise as medicine: new study tests aerobic fitness to slow memory loss
NCT ID NCT05877196
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether 6 months of supervised aerobic exercise can improve fitness, brain health, and memory in adults aged 65 and older with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease. Participants will exercise, undergo memory tests, and have MRI scans over a year. The goal is to find the best exercise plan and understand how exercise affects the brain.
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Arizona State University
RECRUITINGPhoenix, Arizona, 85004, United States
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