Light Therapy for Early Memory Problems
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether light therapy can help improve thinking and memory in older adults with mild cognitive changes. Researchers will use light exposure to see if it supports brain health in people with signs of blood vessel disease in the brain.
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Who can take part
- Age 55–95 years old
- Mild cognitive changes confirmed by memory testing (scoring between 19–26 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, or a Clinical Dementia Rating of 0.5)
- Evidence of blood vessel disease in the brain on a past brain scan (MRI or CT)
- Able to hear and see well enough to participate in study visits
- English speaker
- Stable health: diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and lung disease must be well-controlled with medication
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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