Study Summary
This trial is testing whether dancing can help improve memory for older adults, and how often it needs to be done to be effective.
Treatment Effectiveness
Phase-Based Effectiveness
N/A
Study Objectives
2 Primary · 3 Secondary · Reporting Duration: Baseline, Month 1, Month 3, Month 6
Month 6
Brief Psychological Needs Satisfaction and Frustration Scale (BPNSFS)--Frustration
Brief Psychological Needs Satisfaction and Frustration Scale (BPNSFS)--Satisfaction
Dance Self-Efficacy
Exercise Self-Efficacy
Expanded short physical performance battery (eSPPB)
Gait
Postural Sway
Timed Up and Go (TUG)
Month 6
Overall physical activity
Baseline, Month 6
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)-Neuro imaging
Month 6
Peak Oxygen Consumption (VO2)
Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS)
Week 24
Class Attendance
Week 24
Lifestyle Self-Efficacy
Week 24
Average Heart Rate
Trial Safety
Phase-Based Safety
Awards & Highlights
No Placebo Group
All patients enrolled in this trial will receive the new treatment.
Trial Design
5 Treatment Groups
Music Appreciation Control (MAC)
1 of 5
Music Appreciation Classes (MAC)
1 of 5
Dance 3 Times Weekly (3xD)
1 of 5
Dance 2 Times Weekly (2xD)
1 of 5
Dance 1 Time Weekly (1xD)
1 of 5
Active Control
Experimental Treatment
160 Total Participants · 5 Treatment Groups
Primary Treatment: Dance Classes · No Placebo Group · N/A
Dance 3 Times Weekly (3xD)
Behavioral
Experimental Group · 1 Intervention: Dance Classes · Intervention Types: BehavioralDance 2 Times Weekly (2xD)
Behavioral
Experimental Group · 1 Intervention: Dance Classes · Intervention Types: BehavioralDance 1 Time Weekly (1xD)
Behavioral
Experimental Group · 1 Intervention: Dance Classes · Intervention Types: BehavioralMusic Appreciation Control (MAC)
Behavioral
ActiveComparator Group · 1 Intervention: Music · Intervention Types: BehavioralMusic Appreciation Classes (MAC)
Behavioral
ActiveComparator Group · 1 Intervention: Music · Intervention Types: BehavioralTrial Logistics
Trial Timeline
Screening: ~3 weeks
Treatment: Varies
Reporting: baseline, month 1, month 3, month 6
Who is running the clinical trial?
Wake Forest University Health SciencesLead Sponsor
1,172 Previous Clinical Trials
1,057,862 Total Patients Enrolled
Christina Hugenschmidt, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorWake Forest University Health Sciences
2 Previous Clinical Trials
116 Total Patients Enrolled
Eligibility Criteria
Age 65+ · All Participants · 4 Total Inclusion Criteria
Mark “Yes” if the following statements are true for you:You have normal brain function and can think clearly.
You have not been very active for the past 6 months, with less than 30 minutes of exercise, including walking, for 3 days per week.
You can have an MRI scan without any issues.
You are willing and able to perform required physical exercise tests.
Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
| North Carolina | 100.0% |
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
| Met criteria | 100.0% |
Why did patients apply to this trial?
- "I'm still in the diagnostic process, but have noticed changes in myself in the past year, as has my husband who is a retired physician. I was an MSW in a private psychiatric facility, then spent the remainder of my career as an early childhood/infant and family specialist, before leaving practice to work in a locally owned sales and publishing business as their GM. I've practiced yoga, art, vocal performance and dance for 50 years..... but..... this has been 'the year', where it was clear that I'm not the same person. Though not obvious to those who don't know me well, I know that things are slipping.... and the social isolation/depression effects of the pandemic have made things worse. ...."
How responsive is this trial?
Typically responds via
| 100.0% | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to enroll in this research trial at present?
"Clinicaltrials.gov data confirms that this medical study, initially published 1/1/2023 and last modified 11/22/2022 is not presently seeking participants. However, there are 552 other clinical trials currently enrolling patients." - Anonymous Online Contributor
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