NCT06466460 Motion-based Interactive Technology for Improved Quality of Life in Individuals With Cognitive Impairment
| NCT ID | NCT06466460 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Marie Matérne |
| Condition | Dementia |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-09-20 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 60 participants in total. It began in 2024-09-20 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-31.
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Brief Summary
The aging population is growing in Sweden and worldwide, highlighting the urgent need to address their needs using available societal resources. In Swedish nursing homes, about 80,000 people reside, 70% of whom have cognitive impairments, and many are physically inactive. Cognitive impairment negatively impacts daily activities and quality of life, and is the most common reason for moving from home to a nursing home. Methods to meet these individuals' needs must be developed to motivate physical, cognitive, and social activation, aiming to improve the quality of life for older people with cognitive impairments. Movement-based interactive technology is a type of welfare technology that uses a virtual environment to stimulate activity. Virtual cycling is one example, where the individual pedals a stationary bike while watching a self-chosen interactive film. Virtual cycling thus includes multiple elements such as physical activation and cognitive and social stimulation. Previous research has shown virtual cycling to be a promising method for older adults with cognitive impairments. Few nursing homes have used this method, but a pilot project (unpublished) at nursing home for people with dementia, the investigators observed positive effects on the residents' quality of life. Virtual cycling has only been evaluated in three small international research studies, none of which have examined the impact on participants' quality of life. Therefore, the project's aim is to evaluate whether virtual cycling can improve quality of life and the physical, social, and cognitive activity abilities of older people with cognitive impairments. 1. Does virtual cycling contribute to an improved quality of life for older people with cognitive impairment? 2. How do residential staff and research assistants perceive the impact of virtual cycling on the physical, social, and cognitive abilities, as well as the quality of life, of older people with cognitive impairment? 3. What experiences do residential staff and research assistants have regarding the opportunities and obstacles for implementing virtual cycling?
Eligibility Criteria
Study 1) Inclusion Criteria: * age more than 65 * resides in a nursing home * cognitive impairment measured by MMSE, scoring \<24 points on the MMSE. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who cannot provide their own informed consent will be excluded, in consultation with their relatives/guardians. * Individuals who cannot do the movement to the cycle Study 2) Inclusion Criteria: * no age limits * the residential staff should have worked closely with the participant in the intervention study for three months before the intervention began. * the residential staff should have worked closely with the participant during the duration of the intervention study (16 sessions). * the residential staff should have participated once when the participant conducted the cycling intervention, as the staff member being interviewed. Exclusion Criteria: \- residential staff who are not assessed to understand and speak Swedish to an extent that allows the interview to be conducted will be excluded.
Contact & Investigator
Marie Matérne
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Örebro University, Sweden
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06466460 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 65 Years or older, studying Dementia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06466460 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06466460 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at marie.materne@oru.se for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06466460 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Örebro, Sweden.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06466460 clinical trial?
NCT06466460 is sponsored by Marie Matérne. The principal investigator is Marie Matérne at Örebro University, Sweden. The trial plans to enroll 60 participants.