Spatial Navigation Abilities in Alzheimer's Disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study examines how people with Alzheimer's disease navigate and find their way in familiar spaces. Researchers will compare patients with Alzheimer's, their caregivers, and healthy older adults to understand spatial orientation challenges and potentially improve care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Native French speaker who can read and write French
- Age 55–85 (for patients with Alzheimer's or healthy controls)
- Able to walk independently, with or without a single cane—no walker or other assistance needed
- For Alzheimer's patients: diagnosed with probable Alzheimer's disease and score 20 or higher on memory testing (MMSE)
- For caregivers: regularly spend at least 10 hours per week with the patient (3+ separate visits)
- Have health insurance or equivalent coverage
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests a new tool called the Monument Test, which checks how well people can name and recognize famous landmarks or unique items. It may help assess memory and thinking skills in adults with or without Alzheimer's disease.
This study tests whether learning memory strategies through physical movement and motor activities can help people with early Alzheimer's disease improve their memory. Researchers will compare people with early Alzheimer's to healthy older adults to see if this approach is effective.
This trial aims to standardize a test for spatial neglect, a condition where people ignore one side of space after a brain injury. Healthy volunteers will perform simple cancellation tests to help set normal reference values.
This study looks at how well people can plan and control movements, and whether thinking ability affects that process. It compares healthy younger adults, healthy older adults, and older adults with mild cognitive problems.
This study tests a 3D tool (like a special clock) to help people with Alzheimer's keep track of time. You may be eligible if you have mild to moderate Alzheimer's and trouble with time orientation.
This study looks at how your brain controls walking and navigation, especially in people with early memory concerns. It may help researchers understand and improve treatments for diseases like Alzheimer's.
Hear when a new Alzheimer s Disease trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.