NCT06838494

Using Immersive Virtual Reality for Cognitive Therapy in Elderly with Mild Cognitive Impairment

Utilization of Immersive Virtual Reality in Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (IVR-CST) for Elderly with Mild Cognitive Impairment: a Randomized Controlled Pilot Study

• Status: Not Yet Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 66 (estimated)
• Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 60 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

The proposed study aims to investigate the potential of IVR-CST in improving cognition of people with MCI, and as well the association of eye movement during therapy and treatment outcomes of IVR-CST. Four research questions have been proposed and listed as follows: 1. Is IVR-CST a feasible treatment for elderly with MCI? 2. Is IVR-CST an efficacious treatment for improving cognition of elderly with MCI? 3. Is IVR-CST more efficacious than conventional CST (i.e., without IVR) in improving the cognition of elderly with MCI? 4. Is eye-tracking data collected during therapy associated with treatment outcomes of IVR CST?

Conditions

• Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	IVR-CST (Immersive Virtual Reality Cognitive Stimulation Therapy)	IVR-CST involves 14 sessions of cognitive stimulation therapy conducted twice a week in a virtual reality environment. Each session lasts approximately 45 minutes and utilizes head-mounted displays (HMDs) to immerse participants in engaging, themed activities. The therapy aims to enhance cognitive function and social interaction through interactive and stimulating virtual experiences tailored for individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
BEHAVIORAL	Intervention Name: Conventional CST (Cognitive Stimulation Therapy)	Conventional CST consists of 14 sessions of cognitive stimulation therapy conducted twice a week, each lasting about 45 minutes. In this arm, participants engage in group activities using physical materials, such as photos, pictures, and real objects, rather than virtual reality. The therapy focuses on providing cognitive stimulation through discussions and activities designed to improve cognitive function and social engagement among individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-07-03
• Primary completion: 2026-10-02
• Completion: 2027-04-30
• First posted: 2025-02-20
• Last updated: 2025-02-20

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Hong Kong