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Official title Visual Arts Interventions With Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06645652
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The present study investigates the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a novel visual arts-based intervention in an older adult population. In a randomized controlled design, two arts-based interventions will be evaluated with a group of 50 participants.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 55 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- 55-85 years of age
- Able to understand and speak English and follow study procedures
- Does not have a psychological or neurological condition that would prevent from being able to give consent to participate
- Less than 2 years of formal visual arts training
You likely can't join if
- Formal diagnosis of dementia or other neurological disease, including Mild Cognitive Impairment
- A final score below 17 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment - Blind (phone) version
- Abnormal visual acuity prohibitive of tablet-based training
- Physical handicap (motor or perceptual) that would impede training procedures
- Medical illness requiring treatment and/or significant absences during the study timeline
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 55 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.