Publications by authors named "Martina Nabozny"
Aims: This randomized control trial compared an adaptive computerized cognitive training intervention with a non-adaptive version. The primary hypothesis predicted better diabetes self-management in type 2 diabetes patients at 6 months post-intervention than baseline in the adaptive arm, with seven secondary outcomes.
Methods: Intent-to-treat analysis of veterans without dementia aged 55+ from the Bronx, NY and Ann Arbor, MI (N = 90/per arm) used linear mixed model analyses.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how long-term levels of hemoglobin A1c, a diabetes risk factor, affect cognition in younger older adults, particularly those around 70 years old.
- Results indicate that higher average hemoglobin A1c over time significantly relates to overall cognition and attention but does not impact language/executive function or memory.
- The findings support the Protected Survivor Model, highlighting that some individuals maintain good cognitive function despite sustained high-risk factors, which may inform future protective strategies.
Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is prevalent in the general United States population, and in the veteran population. T2DM has consistently been linked to increased risk for cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Computerized cognitive training (CCT) is practical and inexpensive cognitive interventions that is an alternative to medication.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: To compare the effect of two 10-week balance training programs, Combined Balance and Step Training (CBST) versus tai chi (TC), on balance and stepping measures.
Design: Prospective intervention trial.
Setting: Local senior centers and congregate housing facilities.