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Comparative Effects of Integrated Versus Sequential Approaches to Dual-Task Training in Elderly With Mild to Moderate Cognitive Impairment

NCT07775079 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 96

Last updated 2026-08-21

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Summary

Mild and Moderate cognitive impairment is a condition characterized by a noticeable decline in cognitive abilities, including memory and thinking skills, which is greater than expected for an individual's age but does not significantly interfere with daily life. Early intervention is essential to prevent further cognitive decline and progression to dementia.

Dual-task training has emerged as an effective rehabilitation approach that combines cognitive and motor tasks to enhance neuroplasticity and improve both physical and cognitive performance. This study is designed to investigate the effectiveness of dual-task training compared to conventional therapy in individuals with mild cognitive impairment.

Participants meeting the inclusion criteria will be recruited and randomly allocated into intervention and control groups. The intervention group will receive structured dual-task training, which may include activities such as walking while performing cognitive tasks (e.g., counting, word recall), balance exercises combined with mental tasks, and functional activities requiring divided attention. The control group will receive standard rehabilitation or single-task training.

The intervention will be conducted over a specified duration (e.g., several weeks), with sessions held multiple times per week. Outcome measures will be assessed at baseline and after completion of the intervention. The primary outcome will be cognitive function measured using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). Secondary outcomes may include balance, mobility, and functional performance.

Data will be analyzed to determine the effectiveness of dual-task training in improving cognitive and functional outcomes. The results of this study may contribute to evidence-based rehabilitation practices and support the use of dual-task interventions in clinical settings.

Conditions

  • Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
  • Moderate Cognitive Impairment

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Integrated Dual-Task Training

Participants will perform motor and cognitive tasks simultaneously (integrated dual-task training). The intervention includes balance and gait exercises combined with cognitive activities such as counting, memory, and executive function tasks. Training will be conducted for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week, with each session lasting 45 minutes.

BEHAVIORAL

Sequential Dual-Task Training

Participants will perform motor and cognitive tasks separately (sequential dual-task training). Motor exercises (balance, gait training) and cognitive tasks (memory, attention, executive function) will be administered in sequence. The intervention will last 8 weeks, with 3 sessions per week, each session lasting 45 minutes.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Brig. Dr. Aamir Waheed Butt · Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
55 Months
Max Age
85 Months
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-06-25
Primary Completion
2026-08-25
Completion
2026-08-30

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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