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Additional Effects of Immersive VR 360 Degree Videos With Aerobic Exercises on Cognitive Functions in Elderly With Mild Cognitive Impairment
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2025-11-21
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is a condition marked by noticeable declines in cognitive abilities like memory, attention, and executive function, which can reduce independence and quality of life in older adults. This research compares the effects of immersive Virtual Reality (VR) 360-degree videos combined with aerobic exercises versus aerobic exercises alone on improving these cognitive functions in elderly individuals with MCI. The study focuses on assessing global cognition, attention, and executive function using tools like the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and Trail Making Test (TMT). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one receiving a 6-week program combining immersive VR 360-degree videos with chair-based aerobic exercises, starting at 15-minute sessions twice weekly and increasing to 25 minutes, and the other performing chair-based aerobic exercises alone with the same duration and frequency. The VR content includes various stimulating environments such as forests, wildlife, and space, with added memory recall tasks after each session. The aerobic exercises consist of upper and lower limb movements performed while seated. Throughout the study, participants aged 60 and older with MoCA scores between 18 and 25 who can perform daily activities independently will be evaluated at the start, mid-point (3 weeks), and end (6 weeks) using cognitive tests. The research team will monitor changes in cognitive function and attention, aiming to understand how these interventions affect mental abilities. The trial will run for one year and is conducted as a single-blinded randomized controlled trial.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Additional Effects of Immersive vr 360 Degree Videos With Aerobic Exercises on Cognitive Functions in Elderly With Mild Cognitive Impairment
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Older population aged from 60 years and above
- Normal or corrected vision
- MoCA score between 18 and 25 indicating mild cognitive impairment
- Ability to perform independent activities of daily living
You will not qualify if you...
- Severe motion sickness that could worsen with VR use
- Communication impairments
- Other neurological disorders besides mild cognitive impairment
- Sensory deficits such as uncontrolled hearing or visual problems
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants undergo a 6-week program of aerobic chair exercises, either combined with immersive VR 360 degree videos or alone, with sessions twice a week starting at 15 minutes and progressing up to 25 minutes.
Twice weekly sessions for 6 weeks
Duration - 6 weeks concurrent with treatment
Participants complete cognitive assessments at baseline, mid-point (3rd week), and post-intervention (6th week) to evaluate cognitive functions such as attention and executive function.
3 visits (baseline, week 3, and week 6)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Pakistan, 46000
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Research Team
Z
Zara Amir, DPT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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