Mindful Walking for Older Adults at Risk of Dementias
Mindful Walking Neural Correlates of Executive Function in SC Older Adults at Risk of Dementias
Recruiting
Phase 2
Interventional Study
Older Adults With Elevated Dementia Risk
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Prior Safety Data
This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
At a Glance
- Age
- 60 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Trial phase
- Phase 2
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Prevention
- Participants needed
- 54 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of South Carolina · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for older adults who are at risk of dementia and have a sedentary lifestyle. Participants will take part in walking sessions that include mindfulness training over four weeks.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 60 years old or older
- I sit for at least 9 hours a day
- I have a family history of dementia
- I have noticed problems with my memory
- I am currently overweight or obese
- I can walk without assistance
- I am stable in my health
- I can hear and see well enough to participate
You may not be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with dementia or other brain problems
- I have been diagnosed with a mental disorder
- I cannot complete surveys on a mobile device
- I plan to move or have surgery in the next 4 months
- I am already part of another study about physical activity
- I cannot provide consent due to disabilities
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Mindful walking is a promising and practical strategy because it combines two activities known to support healthy aging: walking and mindfulness. Unlike many structured exercise programs, mindful walking is low intensity, accessible, and easier to sustain in daily life. It may be especially useful for older adults at elevated risk for ADRD. However, most existing mindful walking studies have focus…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Age 60 or older
2. Sedentary (sit ≥9hrs per day) and not meeting the US physical activity guidelines
3. Have at least one of the following ADRD risk factors:
i. family history of ADRD (\>= first-degree relative) ii. subjective experience of cognitive complaints iii. curre…
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