Animals and rehab for dementia patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether spending time with trained animals (dogs and rabbits) alongside regular physical therapy can help improve movement, balance, and daily abilities in people with dementia who are already in a rehabilitation hospital. It's a chance to see if animal interaction boosts recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are staying in a geriatric medical and rehabilitation unit (a special hospital ward for older adults who need therapy and recovery).
- You have been diagnosed with dementia or a decline in memory and thinking (scoring between 15 and 24 on a test called MMSE).
- You have goals to improve your movement or physical abilities, like walking, balance, or daily activities.
- You (or your legal guardian) have given written permission to join the study.
- You are covered by French social security (health insurance).
- You are not allergic to or afraid of dogs or rabbits, and you have never been aggressive toward animals.
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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