Light Therapy Before and After Surgery for Older Adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a gentle light treatment to help prevent thinking problems after surgery in older patients. It involves using a special light on your head before and after your operation.
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Who can take part
- You must be 65 years or older.
- You can have a little trouble with thinking or memory before surgery.
- You will have surgery that is not on your heart or brain, and it will take more than 1 hour.
- You need to stay in the hospital for at least 1 day before surgery and 2 days after.
Quick eligibility check
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