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New treatment option for Alzheimer's Dementia
Official title Feasibility of Wearables in Dementia Care in Rural Taiwan
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07249918
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Taiwan is becoming a super-aged society, and more older adults are living with Alzheimer's disease. Many people with Alzheimer's experience behavioral and psychological symptoms, such as agitation, sleep problems, or mood changes.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Adults. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- For participants with dementia:
- Clinical diagnosis of probable Alzheimer's disease (AD) or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to AD, based on established diagnostic criteria.
- Presence of at least one prominent behavioral or psychological symptom of dementia (BPSD), including depression, agitation, apathy, or nighttime...
- Prominent is defined as: NPI single-item score ≥ 4 (severity × frequency), or NPI-Q severity score ≥ 2, or PSQI total score ≥ 5 (if sleep disturbance...
- Stable living arrangement or care environment for at least two weeks before enrollment.
You likely can't join if
- Any medical condition that may increase risk during participation, including:
- Retinal disease, active use of photosensitizing medications, recent ocular surgery (within 4 weeks), or photosensitivity disorders (e.g., epilepsy).
- Unstable physical or mental condition deemed unsuitable by investigators, such as acute delirium or active respiratory infection (including COVID-19)
See the full eligibility criteria
- For participants with dementia:
- Clinical diagnosis of probable Alzheimer's disease (AD) or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to AD, based on established diagnostic criteria.
- Presence of at least one prominent behavioral or psychological symptom of dementia (BPSD), including depression, agitation, apathy, or nighttime sleep disturbance.
- Prominent is defined as: NPI single-item score ≥ 4 (severity × frequency), or NPI-Q severity score ≥ 2, or PSQI total score ≥ 5 (if sleep disturbance is the main symptom).
- Stable living arrangement or care environment for at least two weeks before enrollment.
- If receiving any pharmacological or non-pharmacological treatments for BPSD, the dosage and frequency must have remained stable for at least two weeks prior to study participation.
- Able and willing to provide informed consent; for those lacking decision-making capacity, consent must be obtained from a legally authorized representative.
- For primary caregivers:
- Adult primary caregiver of the enrolled participant.
- If receiving treatment for caregiver stress, the dosage and frequency must have been stable for at least two weeks before enrollment.
- Willing and able to provide informed consent.
- Any medical condition that may increase risk during participation, including:
- Retinal disease, active use of photosensitizing medications, recent ocular surgery (within 4 weeks), or photosensitivity disorders (e.g., epilepsy).
- Unstable physical or mental condition deemed unsuitable by investigators, such as acute delirium or active respiratory infection (including COVID-19)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beigang, Yunlin, Taiwan
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, not specified. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beigang, Yunlin, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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