Home-based exercise program for older adults with Motoric Cognitive Risk syndrome: feasibility study.

Lay abstract Motoric Cognitive Risk syndrome is characterized by presence of cognitive complaints and slow gait. Patients who are diagnosed with this syndrome are at high risk for developing dementia. Hence, it is important to develop safe and effective exercise programs to prevent cognitive decline in these patients. Our study shows that home-based exercises with telephonic coaching are both safe as well as feasible in patients with Motoric Cognitive Risk syndrome. Participants reported high satisfaction with the exercise intervention, and strong interest in participating in future studies. They found the individualized exercise program to be appropriate to their own level of fitness, and this provided them confidence to continue exercising at home.