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NCT06124339 Brain Health Virtual Reality Study

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NCT ID NCT06124339
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University of California, San Diego
Condition Aging
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 150 participants
Start Date 2023-08-08
Primary Completion 2028-08-08

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 50 Years
Max Age 85 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Physical ActivityCognitive Activity (VR)Physical and Cognitive Activity

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 150 participants in total. It began in 2023-08-08 with a primary completion date of 2028-08-08.

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Brief Summary

The Interventions for Brain Health Virtual Reality Study is a NIH-funded clinical research trial at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Health under the supervision of the study principal investigator Dr. Judy Pa. The overarching goal of this trial is to use a novel virtual reality (VR) based intervention that simultaneously engages physical and cognitive activity aimed at improving brain health and cognition in older adults. The investigators will compare 3 types of interventions: physical activity, VR cognitive activity, and combined VR physical and cognitive activity over 16 weeks to evaluate physical and brain health changes.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. 50-85 years of age 2. Fluent in English 3. Can safely ride a stationary bike Exclusion Criteria: 1. Dementia 2. History of a neurological disorder 3. Severe sensory deficits 4. Inability to perform intervention (e.g., inability to cycle safely) 5. Contraindications to MRI scan (e.g., pacemaker) 6. Fear of needles/ blood 7. Prior history of fainting due to sight of needles of blood

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Study Coordinator

✉ Brainhealth@health.ucsd.edu

📞 6195432113

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06124339 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 50 Years or older, up to 85 Years, studying Aging. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06124339 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06124339 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at Brainhealth@health.ucsd.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06124339 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at San Diego, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06124339 clinical trial?

NCT06124339 is sponsored by University of California, San Diego. The trial plans to enroll 150 participants.

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