Laser acupuncture for dementia-related behavior and mood symptoms
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if laser acupuncture, a needle-free treatment, can help reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms like agitation, anxiety, or depression in people with dementia. It may be a gentler option for those who cannot tolerate traditional acupuncture.
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Who can take part
- You or your loved one must have a dementia diagnosis of any type.
- A family member or legal guardian must agree to the study in writing.
- No history of epilepsy or seizures.
- No severe liver or kidney disease (like needing dialysis).
- No brain tumor or major brain surgery in the past.
- No heart attack, stroke, or unstable heart condition in the last 3 months.
- No pacemaker, pregnancy, or active cancer.
- Not currently receiving acupuncture or traditional Chinese medicine.
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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