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NCT07638046 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2
Mindful Walking Neural Correlates of Executive Function in SC Older Adults at Risk of Dementias
A Phase 2 study, sponsored by University of South Carolina.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 54
- Enrollment target
NCT07638046 is a Phase 2 study that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of South Carolina. The registered enrollment target is 54 participants.
The verdict
NCT07638046, a Phase 2 study, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of South Carolina.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 54 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Mindful walking is a promising and practical strategy because it combines two activities known to support healthy aging: walking and mindfulness. Unlike many structured exercise programs, mindful walking is low intensity, accessible, and easier to sustain in daily life. It may be especially useful for older adults at elevated risk for ADRD. However, most existing mindful walking studies have focused on mental health outcomes, such as stress reduction, rather than cognitive health. Little is known about whether mindful walking can support cognition or how it may influence brain function. To address this gap and strengthen a future R01 resubmission, the investigators propose a two-arm randomized controlled pilot trial using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a safe, non-invasive brain imaging method. fNIRS measures brain activity through sensors placed on the scalp and is well-suited for repeated assessments in older adults because it is quiet, portable, painless, and cost-effective. The investigators will recruit racially and ethnically diverse middle-aged and older adults from the Midlands of South Carolina who are at elevated risk for ADRD. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: mindful walking or walking-only control. Both groups will complete 8 staff-supervised individual sessions over 4 weeks. The mindful walking group will learn and practice simple mindfulness skills while walking in multiple settings, including lab-based, indoor, and outdoor environments, to support real-world use. Findings from this pilot study will provide important evidence on whether mindful walking can support brain and cognitive health in adults at elevated risk for ADRD. The results will also help establish a practical, scalable, and sustainable prevention strategy for underserved aging populations in South Carolina.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Mindfulness-based walking
- BEHAVIORAL Walking-only
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 54 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-06-26 |
| Est. Completion | 2027-11-17 |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07638046
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07638046 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 2. The registered enrollment target is 54 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of South Carolina, which has 157 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Mindfulness-based walking is the first listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07638046 about?
NCT07638046 is a clinical study titled "Mindful Walking Neural Correlates of Executive Function in SC Older Adults at Risk of Dementias". Mindful walking is a promising and practical strategy because it combines two activities known to support healthy aging: walking and mindfulness. Unlike many structured exercise programs, mindful walking is low intensity, accessible, and easier to sustain in daily life. It may be especially useful f...
What is the current status of trial NCT07638046?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 54 participants. The study started on 2026-06-26. Estimated completion is 2027-11-17.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07638046?
The interventions under investigation include: Mindfulness-based walking (BEHAVIORAL), Walking-only (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07638046?
This trial is sponsored by University of South Carolina, which has 157 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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