Far-infrared therapy for Alzheimer's dementia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether far-infrared therapy (a gentle heat treatment) can help people with Alzheimer's dementia. If you have mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's on medication, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease dementia (not another type of dementia).
- Your score on a standard memory and thinking test is between 18 and 24.
- You are taking a stable dose of Alzheimer's medication (like donepezil or memantine).
- You can feel heat normally on your skin and are not sensitive to heat or light.
- You do not have serious health problems like active infections, skin wounds on your head or neck, blood clots, or a bleeding disorder.
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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