Effect of Exergaming Program Versus Neuromuscular Exercise in Elderly People With Motor Cognitive Risk Syndrome

Effect of Exergaming Program Versus Neuromuscular Exercise on Locomotor and Cognitive Functions in Elderly People With Motor Cognitive Risk Syndrome

The primary aim of our study is to compare the effects of neuromuscular exercise training versus structured exergaming program on locomotor and cognitive functions in elderly individuals with Motor Cognitive Risk (MCR), which defines the transition state between typical aging and dementia and mild cognitive impairment. This study aims to present for the first time the effects of neuromuscular exercise training and exergaming program on locomotor and cognitive functions in elderly individuals with MCR with comparative results.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being over 65 years of age
• Having a Barthel Daily Living Activities Index score of ≥ 90
• Having a Mini Mental Status Score (MMSE) of ≥24
• Having the ability to walk with or without a walking aid
• Having a slow walking speed
• Having subjective memory complaints

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of Dementia
• Major Depression
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Delirium
• Parkinson's Disease
• Anemia
• Thyroid Disease
• Vitamin B12 Deficiency
• Malnutrition
• Terminal Illness
• Hearing or Visual Impairment