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Walk and think: simple exercise may lift brain fog in seniors

NCT ID NCT07396779

Symptom relief Sponsor: Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether walking while doing simple mental tasks (like memory or attention exercises) can help older adults with brain fog. 90 people aged 65+ took part, either walking with cognitive tasks or walking only, three times a week for four weeks. Researchers measured changes in thinking, mood, sleep, and quality of life to see if the combined approach works better than walking alone.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Cognitive task-based walking exercise
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease brain fog and improve daily life for older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, short-term study (90 people, 4 weeks) with no blinding, so results may not be strong or lasting. The exercise is low-intensity and may not help everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

90 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2026

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 65 years or older * Self-reported experience of brain fog symptoms (e.g., reduced attention, concentration, or -mental clarity) for at least the past 4 weeks * Moderate or higher brain fog severity as determined by the Turkish version of the Brain Fog Scale * Preserved global cognitive function (Montreal Cognitive Assessment score ≥20) * Ability to walk independently, with or without an assistive device * Ability to communicate verbally and follow instructions * No changes in medication and no acute illness within the past 4 weeks * Willingness to participate and provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed neurodegenerative or neurological disorders (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, stroke, or other major neurological conditions) * Severe psychiatric disorders * Medical contraindications to physical exercise * Severe visual or hearing impairments interfering with assessment or exercise participation * Inability to adhere to or complete the study procedures and exercise program

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction insomnia Mental Fatigue

As listed by the trial registrant

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Brain fog Cognitive impairment Geriatric population

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emre Dansuk

    Istanbul, Beykoz, 34815, Turkey (Türkiye)

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