Video games vs. ball tossing: which boosts coordination in aging brains?
NCT ID NCT07182396
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compares two fun activities—video games and ball tossing—to see if they can improve eye-hand coordination in older adults (60+) with mild cognitive impairment. Over 6 weeks, 34 participants will practice either a tapping game or ball exercises. Researchers will measure coordination using a standard test to find out which activity works better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- video games and ball tossing exercises
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward simple, enjoyable activities that help older adults with mild cognitive impairment maintain hand-eye coordination and daily independence.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early-stage trial (34 people) with no blinding or control group, so results may not be generalizable. The interventions are low-risk but may not produce meaningful improvement.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
RECRUITINGIslamabad, 46000, Pakistan
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