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At a Glance
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Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
40 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Kansas Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults with Down syndrome and their caregivers. Participants will take part in an exercise and caregiving program to see how it works for them.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am over 35 years old and have Down syndrome.
I can understand directions and communicate my needs.
I live at home or in supported living with a caregiver who will help me.
I can participate in physical activity.
I am a primary caregiver of an adult with Down syndrome.
I am 18 years or older.
I speak English.
You may not be able to join if
I cannot participate in moderate to vigorous physical activity.
I have heart, metabolic, or kidney disease or symptoms.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can
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The goal of this clinical trial is to observe feasibility and initial efficacy of a remotely delivered exercise and dementia caregiving intervention in older adults with Down syndrome and their caregivers.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria - Adults with Down syndrome:
* Age \>35 yrs. with a diagnosis of DS as self-reported or reported by caregiver. This age range was selected as cognitive decline related to AD is observed at age \~31 in adults with DS.
* Sufficient functional ability to understand directions, commu…
Inclusion Criteria - Adults with Down syndrome:
* Age \>35 yrs. with a diagnosis of DS as self-reported or reported by caregiver. This age range was selected as cognitive decline related to AD is observed at age \~31 in adults with DS.
* Sufficient functional ability to understand directions, communicate preferences, wants, and needs through spoken language.
* Living at home or in a supported living environment with a parent/caregiver who agrees to serve as a study partner.
* Self-reported ability to participate in physical activity.
Exclusion Criteria - Adults with Down syndrome:
* Unable to participate in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.
* Self-reported, cardiovascular, metabolic or renal disease and/or signs or symptoms.
Inclusion Criteria - Caregivers
* Age ≥18 yrs.
* Reports being a primary caregiver of an adult with DS.
* English speaking.
* Self-reported ability to participate in physical activity.
Exclusion Criteria - Caregivers
* Unable to participate in moderate PA, i.e., brisk walking.
* Self-reported, cardiovascular, metabolic or renal disease and/or signs or symptoms.
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