Brain-Body workouts may boost memory in heart failure patients
NCT ID NCT07417748
First seen Feb 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study tests whether special 'kinesthetic brain exercises'—simple movements that connect body and mind—can improve thinking and memory in adults with heart failure. Forty participants aged 30-65 will be split into two groups: one gets standard care plus these exercises twice a week for 8 weeks, the other gets standard care alone. Researchers will measure cognitive function, quality of life, and a blood marker called BDNF to see if the exercises make a difference.
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Ege University
Izmir, Karsiyaka, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Active substance
kinesthetic brain exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help heart failure patients think more clearly and feel better day-to-day.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study (40 people) testing a non-standard exercise program. Results may not apply to everyone, and the exercises might not produce meaningful cognitive improvements.
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