Why the study?
Given the limitations of pharmacological treatments for Alzheimer's disease, this study aimed to systematically assess the impact of structured aerobic exercise on cognitive functions in elderly patients.
Does a 12-week aerobic exercise programme improve cognitive functions in elderly patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease?
Population
Sixty patients aged 65 or older with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease
Comparison
12-week aerobic exercise programme vs standard care
Design
Randomised controlled trial
Follow-up
12 weeks
Authors
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Does a 12-week aerobic exercise programme improve cognitive functions in elderly patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease?
A 12-week aerobic exercise program may serve as an effective non-pharmacological intervention to enhance cognitive abilities in elderly patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease.
Alfaifi et al. (2025) studied this question.
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