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Official title A Robot-assisted Tailored Activity Programme for People With Dementia and Their Caregivers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07239869
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- To assess the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of the tailored activity programme on improving the physical inactivity of the caregiving dyads.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
- 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 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- for people with dementia:
- mild to moderate stage dementia at a standardized mini-mental state examination score (MMSE) higher than 10;
- be able to walk independently;
- being physically inactive (categorized as "low/inactive" by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire);
- free from other medical/functional conditions that would limit physical activity.
You likely can't join if
- for people with dementia:
- high risk of falling (Berg Balance Scale \<45);
- not be suitable for doing physical activity as recommended by the primary care physician;
- currently involved in another treatment study involving physical exercise;
- had acute hospitalization \>3 times in the past year. Inclusion Criteria for caregivers:
- primary informal caregivers who reside with the of the person with dementia;
See the full eligibility criteria
- for people with dementia:
- mild to moderate stage dementia at a standardized mini-mental state examination score (MMSE) higher than 10;
- be able to walk independently;
- being physically inactive (categorized as "low/inactive" by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire);
- free from other medical/functional conditions that would limit physical activity.
- for people with dementia:
- high risk of falling (Berg Balance Scale \<45);
- not be suitable for doing physical activity as recommended by the primary care physician;
- currently involved in another treatment study involving physical exercise;
- had acute hospitalization \>3 times in the past year. Inclusion Criteria for caregivers:
- primary informal caregivers who reside with the of the person with dementia;
- have provided care for more than six months;
- have no intention to send the care recipient to nursing homes in the next six months;
- being physically inactive;
- use a smartphone. Exclusion Criteria for caregivers:
- caregivers with unstable physical or mental conditions;
- cannot communicate logically;
- not suitable for doing physical activity as recommended by a primary care physician.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 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.