A Pilot Study of Training and Compensation Interventions for Mild Cognitive Impairment

BACKGROUND This pilot clinical trial sought to estimate the feasibility and efficacy of two interventions aimed at improving memory performance in geriatric clinic patients with mild cognitive impairment. METHODS Fifteen participants were randomized to either a memory training group or a memory compensation group. RESULTS Recruitment rates were low, whereas adherence and retention rates were acceptable. The memory training group improved in self-reported memory abilities and satisfaction with memory. The memory compensation group improved on one objective memory test but showed no consistent changes on any other outcomes. CONCLUSION Effect size estimates will inform the design of larger clinical trials.