VA tests Mind-Body exercise to keep dementia patients moving
NCT ID NCT06972004
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a special exercise program for older Veterans with dementia living in VA nursing homes. The program, called PLIÉ, combines gentle movement and mental focus to improve physical function, mood, and social engagement. Staff will be trained to lead the classes, and researchers will measure changes in residents' abilities over 12 months.
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San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, California, 94121-1563, United States
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