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Dance Intervention to Improve Executive Function and Physical Performance in Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment
Led by Taipei Medical University Shuang Ho Hospital · Updated on 2026-04-28
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
34 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This pilot study investigates the effects of a music-based dance intervention on executive function and physical performance in middle-aged and older adults with cognitive impairment. Dance, as a form of dual-task training, integrates music, rhythmic movement, and cognitive-motor coordination. When combined with group interaction and partner-guided physical cues, it has the potential to enhance both cognitive and motor functions simultaneously. The intervention features a simple, structured dance sequence designed to stimulate rhythm, attention, and coordination through music-based movement. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of this approach in improving executive function and lower limb physical performance among individuals with cognitive impairment.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Dance Intervention to Improve Executive Function and Physical Performance in Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Subjective Cognitive Decline with a score 65 on the SCD-Q9 questionnaire, or Mild Behavioral Impairment with a score 67 on the MBI-Checklist, symptoms lasting more than three months
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to stand unsupported or with assistive devices for at least 10 minutes
- Ability to walk at least 10 meters, unsupported or with assistive devices
You will not qualify if you...
- Age below 55 years
- Severe visual or hearing impairment
- Score less than 16 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
- Emotional or anxiety symptoms from psychiatric medications that impair motor tasks
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Taipei Medical University Shuang Ho Hospital
New Taipei City, Taiwan, Taiwan, 235
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
F
Fen-Ling Kuo, Master
CONTACT
C
ChiehYu Pan, Master
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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