NCT06797804 Effectiveness of Information Technology-Assisted Horticultural Therapy Program on Heart Rate Variability, Stress, Depression and Happiness Among Older Adults Resident in Long-Term Care Facilities
| NCT ID | NCT06797804 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences |
| Condition | Heart Rate Variability |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 76 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-11-14 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-10-08 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 76 participants in total. It began in 2024-11-14 with a primary completion date of 2025-10-08.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to address existing research gaps by investigating the effects of technology-assisted horticultural therapy on stress, depression, and happiness among older adults residing in long-term care facilities. By examining the modulation of the autonomic nervous system, the findings will provide a foundation for developing comprehensive health promotion programs that integrate traditional therapeutic practices with modern technology to enhance the well-being of the aging population.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Agree to participate in this study 2. Elderly persons aged 65 and above living in long-term care facilities 3. Live in long-term care facilities for at least three months 4. No gender restrictions 5. Be aware, able to communicate in Mandarin and Taiwanese, and be able to express opinions 6. The upper limbs can move freely and there is no disease that causes tremors in the hands (such as Parkinson's disease, hepatic encephalopathy, etc.) Exclusion Criteria: 1. Has participated in gardening-related activities within one month of receiving the case 2. Those diagnosed with terminal illness or whose health condition is rapidly deteriorating 3. Those suffering from Parkinson's disease, serious heart disease, dementia, mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc.) 4. Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) with cognitive impairment (MMSE scores below 16 points for individuals with no formal education, below 21 points for those with elementary education, and below 24 points for those with junior high school education or higher.) 5. Those who are unable to participate in the event due to severe speech, vision or hearing impairment
Contact & Investigator
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06797804 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 65 Years or older, studying Heart Rate Variability. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06797804 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06797804 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at chiajung@ntunhs.edu.tw for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06797804 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Taipei, Taiwan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06797804 clinical trial?
NCT06797804 is sponsored by National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences. The trial plans to enroll 76 participants.