Arm cuff treatment for better brain blood flow in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests if a simple, at-home arm cuff treatment (Remote Ischaemic Conditioning) can improve blood flow regulation in the brain of older adults. It may help understand how to protect brain health as we age.
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Who can take part
- Be between 65 and 85 years old
- Be able to give your own permission to take part
- Be able to perform a simple treatment at home using a blood pressure cuff on your arm
- Not have had a heart attack or stroke in the past year
- Not have certain heart rhythm problems, blood vessel disease, or bleeding disorders
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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