Alzheimer's Society comment on new research demonstrating that exercise improves cognition in people with Mild Cognitive Impairment

This study demonstrates that exercise improves cognition in people with Mild Cognitive Impairment, and that there is a lasting effect even after the exercise intervention stops. 

Mild Cognitive Impairment is a term used to describe someone who has mild memory problems that are not serious enough to interfere with every day life. It does not necessarily lead to dementia, but does increase risk of developing the condition.

We need more research to investigate whether exercise not only improves cognition, but also stops people with Mild Cognitive Impairment developing dementia.

Dr Susanne Sorensen
Head of Research
Alzheimer's Society

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