Post-intervention effectiveness of a computerized personalized cognitive stimulation program adapted according to cognitive reserve in older adults without cognitive impairment in Primary Care: A randomized clinical trial.
Arch Gerontol GeriatrJun 27, 2026 (epub)
Estela Calatayud, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez, Alejandra Aguilar-Latorre et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized clinical trial evaluated a computerized cognitive stimulation program tailored to cognitive reserve in 102 community-dwelling older adults without cognitive impairment. The intervention led to a significant improvement in global cognition, with a between-group difference of 1.8 points on the MEC-35 scale, alongside enhancements in various cognitive measures and digital competence.
Key findings
- The intervention group showed a 1.8-point improvement in global cognition (MEC-35) compared to controls.
- Significant enhancements were observed in temporal orientation, calculation, attention, and verbal fluency.
- Digital competence improved in the intervention group, with small-to-large effect sizes reported.
- The program was deemed feasible for implementation in Primary Care settings.
Why it matters
Understanding how cognitive reserve influences responsiveness to interventions can help clinicians design more effective cognitive health strategies for older adults, potentially delaying cognitive decline and enhancing quality of life.