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Splash and think: water workouts with mental challenges may sharpen aging minds

NCT ID NCT07156708

Symptom relief Sponsor: Federal University of Pelotas Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether adding simple mental tasks (like memory games) to water aerobics helps older women improve their thinking and memory more than water aerobics alone. About 98 inactive women aged 60-75 will take part in a 12-week program. Researchers will measure changes in cognitive function, physical fitness, and well-being.

What this could mean

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Active substance
aquatic aerobic exercise program combined with cognitive tasks
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, enjoyable way to help older adults maintain or improve their thinking skills and physical health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (98 participants) testing a short 12-week program. The added cognitive tasks may not provide extra benefit over exercise alone, and results may not apply to men or other age groups.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 98 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2025

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Aug 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 to 75 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Older women aged 60 and 75 years; * Being physically inactive, meaning not participating in physical exercise for at least six months (regular exercise is defined as engaging in any physical training for a minimum of 20 minutes on two or more days a week). Exclusion Criteria: * History of cardiovascular disease (except controlled hypertension); * Osteoarticular limitations for the practice of exercises; * Being illiterate due to the self-completion questionnaires and the characteristics of the intervention; * Diagnosis of dementia, schizophrenia, or major depressive disorder.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

insomnia Motor Activity Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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Aging

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Escola Superior de Educação Física e Fisioterapia

    RECRUITING

    Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, 96055-630, Brazil

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