Clinical trial for Dementia
Official title VR&R: Providing Caregiver Respite by Managing BPSDs and Improving QoL in People with Dementia Using Immersive VR-Therapy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05867641
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if virtual reality can calm behavioral symptoms and improve quality of life for people with dementia. It also checks if this gives caregivers a helpful break and reduces their stress.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for people with dementia and their family or friend caregivers who are willing to use virtual reality at home.
- What's involved
- Participants will learn to use a virtual reality headset and complete short surveys. They will use the headset for 30-minute sessions for four weeks, where the person with dementia watches immersive videos while the caregiver takes a break.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts four weeks of daily or frequent use, plus an initial training session and a follow-up interview two weeks later.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- People with dementia
- Individuals who are 65 years of age or older
- Individuals living at home with a family caregiver
- Individuals diagnosed with dementia
You likely can't join if
- Individuals with open wounds on face (sutured lacerations exempted)
- Individuals with a history of seizures or epilepsy
- Individuals with a pacemaker
- Individuals with head trauma or stroke leading to their current admission
- Individuals with cervical conditions or injuries that would make it unsafe for them to use the VR headset
- Individuals who identify as being legally blind
See the full eligibility criteria
- People with dementia
- Individuals who are 65 years of age or older
- Individuals living at home with a family caregiver
- Individuals diagnosed with dementia
- Individuals with open wounds on face (sutured lacerations exempted)
- Individuals with a history of seizures or epilepsy
- Individuals with a pacemaker
- Individuals with head trauma or stroke leading to their current admission
- Individuals with cervical conditions or injuries that would make it unsafe for them to use the VR headset
- Individuals who identify as being legally blind
- Individuals with alcohol related dementia/ Korsakoff syndrome.
- Individuals who have a Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) as Substitute Decision Maker (SDM)
- Individuals who identify as a primary caregiver for the PwD
- Individuals who cannot speak and understand English
- Individuals who are cognitively unable to provide informed consent for themselves
- Identify as legally blind
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Oakville, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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, but 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, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Oakville, Ontario, Canada; Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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