Light therapy for early Alzheimer's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of light therapy (called transcranial photobiomodulation) to see if it can help people with early-stage Alzheimer's. It involves coming to Cedars-Sinai for weekly sessions over a period of time.
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Who can take part
- You are between 55 and 89 years old.
- You have mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease.
- You do not have other major brain conditions like epilepsy or a history of seizures.
- You are able to come to Cedars-Sinai for weekly in-person visits.
- If you take Alzheimer's medication, you've been on a stable dose for at least a month.
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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