Dynamic room lighting to improve sleep and daily body rhythm
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether changing the light in a hospital room can improve sleep and help your body clock work better in older adults. It may be most helpful if sleep problems or irregular daily rhythms are affecting you in the hospital.
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Who can take part
- Be 65 years or older
- Be admitted to one of the study rooms
- Be able to understand Swedish in speech and in writing
- Be able to agree to participate (give consent)
- Not have serious eyesight problems that prevent reading
- Not be taking certain medicines (for Parkinson’s, neuroleptics—including lithium—or dementia medicines)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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