Clinical trials
Old Age; Dementia clinical trials
Below are recruiting old age; dementia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 32 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05296980Recruiting
Testing a dementia risk-reduction program for older adults
This study checks whether a program called REMINDER can help reduce risk of developing dementia by improving risk factors over 12 weeks. It’s for older adults who have higher dementia risk but do not currently have dementia.
CoimbraAges 60–75 - NCT06623864Recruiting
Person-centered care training for nursing assistants
This trial tests a new care model for nursing assistants and similar workers in residential care settings. It aims to improve how care is provided by focusing on the person's needs and preferences.
Burgos, BurgosAges 60 years+ - NCT06431659Enrolling by invitation
Palliative care guide study at nursing homes
This study tests a guide to improve palliative care for nursing home residents. It focuses on making sure their wishes are respected and they receive appropriate support.
Stockholm, Region StockholmAges 65–130 - NCT05967390Enrolling by invitation
Personalized brain-mapping test using a scalp-to-brain scan
This trial looks at whether a personalized brain “map” using imaging and scalp measurements can be measured and evaluated in people who can safely attend the testing. It may help researchers better understand how brain structure relates to performance, using scan-based measurements and related procedures.
Hong KongAges 60–95 - NCT06758219Enrolling by invitation
Turkish Knowledge Test for Dementia and Urinary Incontinence
This trial tests a new Turkish questionnaire that measures how much people know about dementia and urinary incontinence. It may help researchers and doctors better understand what patients and caregivers know about these conditions.
Kırşehir, MerkezAges 55–70 - NCT06496945Recruiting
Day programs for dementia: impact on patients and caregivers
This study looks at how adult day programs and community care affect people with dementia and their main caregivers. It hopes to find ways to support both you and your care partner better.
Edmonton & Calgary, AlbertaAges 65 years+ - NCT05915377Recruiting
Screening for hospital confusion in older adults
This trial is testing practical ways to recognize delirium, a sudden type of hospital confusion, in older patients. It may help your care team spot confusion earlier and respond sooner.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 70 years+ - NCT07435467Recruiting
Blood tests for brain health in older hospital patients
This trial looks at how blood biomarkers relate to thinking, daily function, and survival in older adults, including those with neurological issues or dementia. It aims to improve understanding and care for hospitalized seniors.
AnconaAges 65 years+ - NCT05481749Recruiting
Neuropsychology testing for adults 80+ in Garraf
This study checks how older adults think and remember using a set of neuropsychological tests. It mainly looks at people age 80 and up living in the Garraf area who can travel to a study center.
Sant Pere de Ribes, BarcelonaAges 80 years+ - NCT03657745Recruiting
40 Hz light and brain training for Alzheimer’s
This trial tests whether a combination of 40 Hz light stimulation and cognitive (thinking) therapy can improve symptoms in people with Alzheimer’s disease. It may help by stimulating the brain and training thinking skills, while carefully checking eye and seizure history.
Miami, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT06363942Recruiting
Video exercise program for fall prevention in frail older adults
This trial tests a personalized video-based exercise program to help older adults who are frail or pre-frail prevent falls. It may be a good fit if you are relatively healthy aside from frailty concerns.
Montreal, QuebecAges 70 years+ - NCT03702907Recruiting
Study of aging and a brain sample bank
This study follows adults as they age and may collect biological samples for future research. It could help researchers understand early and late changes related to aging and brain health.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 45 years+ - NCT07487610Recruiting
Pain and health in adults 80 and older
This study looks at the link between nerve pain (neuropathic pain) and overall health in people aged 80 and older. It aims to understand how pain affects daily life and aging.
EdirneAges 80 years+ - NCT07775833Recruiting
Study Protocol: The Efficacy of Mushroom to Reduce Cognitive Decline in At-Risk Middle-aged Adults and Young-olds Living in the Community
SingaporeAges 45–80 - NCT05851898RecruitingPhase 4
Tested medicine to prevent depression after hip or leg fractures
This trial studies whether a type of antidepressant medicine (a serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor) can prevent depression after a lower-extremity fragility fracture that was treated with surgery. It’s mainly for older adults, and aims to see if starting this medicine early reduces later depression symptoms.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 65 years+ - NCT07085663Recruiting
Exergame brain and body training for adults 50-60 in China
This study tests whether combining exercise video games with memory and thinking tasks can help middle-aged adults who feel their memory is getting worse. It aims to see if this type of training can improve both physical and mental function.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 50–60 - NCT07458958Recruiting
Fall prevention program for community seniors
This trial tests a fall prevention program for older adults living in the community. It aims to help you learn how to reduce your risk of falling and stay safe on your feet.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 60–80 - NCT06910267Recruiting
Depression treatment study for older adults in APS
This study tests if a proven depression treatment can help older adults who are involved with Adult Protective Services due to neglect or self-neglect. If you are feeling depressed and have an open APS case, you may qualify.
Houston, TexasAges 65 years+ - NCT04715581Recruiting
Pre-surgery rehab program for frail older adults having stomach surgery
This trial studies a “prehabilitation” program—exercise and coaching before surgery—to help frail older adults recover better after major digestive cancer surgery. It may help you strengthen your body and function before the operation, which can improve outcomes after surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–89 - NCT04783103Recruiting
Brain scan study of stimulation for depression in older adults
This is a pilot study that uses brain imaging to see how a brain “neuromodulation” approach may affect depression in people age 65 and older. You would be screened for depression severity, medication history, and safety limits, and then be asked to keep your depression medicines stable during the study.
Jette, Brussels CapitalAges 65 years+ - NCT06547593Recruiting
Nutrition study for frailty in older adults
This study tests a special nutrition program to help older adults who are frail become stronger and healthier. If you are between 65 and 85 and have signs of frailty, this program might help you feel better and be more active.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–85 - NCT06751992RecruitingPhase 4
Thinking and memory with extended-release tacrolimus in kidney transplant
This study tests if switching to an extended-release form of your anti-rejection medication (tacrolimus) helps protect memory and thinking skills. It is for older adults who have had a kidney transplant at least one year ago.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06817239Recruiting
Low-dose esketamine for preventing confusion after surgery in older adults
This study tests whether a low dose of the medicine esketamine can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults at higher risk. You may qualify if you are 65 or older, planning a major non-cardiac surgery, and have certain health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 65–90 - NCT07388173Recruiting
How respiratory infections affect daily life in older adults
This study looks at how acute respiratory infections (like the flu, COVID-19, or RSV) affect older adults' daily functioning. If you are 60+ and in the hospital with one of these viruses, your participation would help doctors understand the lasting impact on independence and health.
Rochester, New YorkAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for old age; dementia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 32 recruiting old age; dementia studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a old age; dementia trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a old age; dementia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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